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A year after the Hill Country floods, two communities face different recoveries
By Raul Alonzo at Texas Standard
· July 2, 2026
· 1 min read
July 4 marks one year since catastrophic flooding struck two neighboring parts of the Texas Hill Country. Along the Upper Guadalupe River, where at least 130 people died, a major recovery effort followed. But along nearby Sandy Creek, where nine people were killed, survivors say...
Key takeaway Along the Upper Guadalupe River, where at least 130 people died, a major recovery effort followed.
Why this matters in The Woodlands
The even split among Texas voters on election integrity versus ballot access has significant implications for The Woodlands community. As a large master-planned community with a substantial population, The Woodlands is served by two school districts, Conroe ISD and Tomball ISD, which could be affected by changes in voting laws. The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office and Montgomery County government, which govern and serve The Woodlands, may also need to adapt to new election regulations. Given the community's location in a hurricane-prone area, ensuring the integrity and accessibility of elections is crucial, particularly in the event of natural disasters that may impact voting infrastructure. The Woodlands Township, which governs the community, will likely be watching closely as state lawmakers consider election reform legislation that could impact local voting processes.
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Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: Texas Standard ·
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What is this story about? July 4 marks one year since catastrophic flooding struck two neighboring parts of the Texas Hill Country. Along the Upper Guadalupe River, where at least 130 people died, a major recovery effort followed. But along nearby Sandy Creek, where nine people were killed, survivors say...
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