New Caney/Porter May Events & Safety Lineup
Key Questions
When does early voting end and when is the runoff election?
Early voting ended May 22. The primary runoff election is scheduled for May 26 in New Caney-Porter.
What is the current weather and storm risk in the area?
A Level 2 storm risk includes potential floods and hail. Showers are possible Monday and Tuesday with a better chance Wednesday, and live radar tracking is available.
What caused the water issues in Caney?
A water main break is affecting water pressure from Spring to Bradley. City crews are actively working on repairs.
Are there any upcoming emergency preparedness events?
An emergency supply warehouse opens June 1 in New Caney, and a hurricane seminar is set for June 2.
What park improvements are underway in New Caney?
Renovations have been unveiled at A.V. 'Bull' Sallas Park. Additional details on the upgrades are available from local reports.
What incidents involved shootings in the Kings Colony and New Caney areas?
An active shooter incident in Kings Colony resulted in no fatalities, with the suspect in custody and 31 shell casings recovered. A separate New Caney shooting left a 17-year-old victim injured, and a 60-year-old suspect was charged.
Is there a labor strike happening locally?
Members of Glaziers Local 1778 are on an unfair labor practice strike at New Caney 9th Grade Center. The action is in its early stages.
What was the outcome of the library director settlement?
Montgomery County agreed to a $475,000 settlement with the ousted library director. This resolves a long-running high-profile dispute.
Early voting ended May 22; runoff May 26. Level 2 storm risk with floods/hail; water main break; hurricane seminar June 2; emergency warehouse June 1. Live radar tracking available. Labor strike at New Caney 9th Grade Center. Emporium Games soft open May 23. New: A.V. 'Bull' Sallas Park renovations; Rotary scholarships; library settlement; active shooter in Kings Colony (no fatalities, suspect in custody, 31 shell casings, children present); separate New Caney shooting (17yo victim, 60yo suspect charged); local showers update. Upcoming events: movie night May 29, water park event, summer reading party June 2.