Around H-Town

What’s happening in H-Town, “in your hood,” right under your nose? From top local news headlines to headlining events, we are keeping you up to date on the latest from the streets of Houston.

Gridiron Glory exhibit at TSU to showcase the best of America’s most beloved sport

Gridiron Glory: The Best of the Pro Football Hall of Fame – is a 6,000 square-foot traveling exhibit that will arrive January 30 on TSU’s campus for its three-month run in the University Museum. Gridiron Glory, organized by the Pro Football Hall of Fame in association with NFL Films, gives viewers a panoramic view of the story of professional football – from its humble beginnings in the early 20th century to its status today as a cultural phenomenon. ... Read More...

Are You Houston’s Next Poet Laureate?

Mayor Sylvester Turner and Houston Public Library (HPL) Director Dr. Rhea Brown Lawson announce that the City of Houston is seeking its next Poet Laureate. The Houston Poet Laureate Program celebrates Houston’s rich culture and diversity by creating excitement about poetry through outreach, programs, teaching and written work.... Read More...