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GALVESTON — Jim Boone has garnered a nomination as U.S. Poet Laureate. He does not expect to be awarded the title, but he’ll gladly take the role of a footnote.

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Then-Texas Tech quarterback Jacob Karam, a Friendswood grad, watches from the sideline during the game against the University of Houston on Sept. 26, 2009, at Robertson Stadium in Houston. Karam is transferring from Texas Tech to the University of Memphis.
Upon further review: Texans have a lot to do
Believe it or not, the Texans have a lot of work to do to make it to the next level next season.
January 18, 2012
Randle joining Cougars
LEAGUE CITY — Former Clear Springs linebacker Trevon Randle has transferred from LSU to the University of Houston.
January 18, 2012
Texans win over heart of Houston
The Houston Texans went into Baltimore, stared into the eyes of the playoff devil and didn’t survive.
January 16, 2012
Upon Further Review: What’s next for Texans?
Do you expect the Houston Texans to beat the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday in the AFC Divisional playoff game?
January 11, 2012
Sports Letters for January 10, 2012
Sports Letters to the Editor published in The Daily News:
January 10, 2012
Face it – SEC is here to stay in Texas
Like it or not, SEC football officially took over college football Monday night.
January 10, 2012
Van Meter to retire in July
FRIENDSWOOD — Friendswood Mustangs athletic director and football coach Steve Van Meter announced his retirement Monday.
January 10, 2012
Victory unites the city
With the 31-10 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals in the AFC wild-card playoff game, the Texans finally won over this town, possibly for good.
January 08, 2012
Karam calls audible, will play at Memphis
FRIENDSWOOD — Former Friendswood Mustang quarterback Jacob Karam made it official Saturday — he is transferring to the University of Memphis.
January 08, 2012
Texans defense sets tone in playoff win
HOUSTON — The Texans’ defense lit up the Cincinnati Bengals in Saturday’s 31-10 playoff victory.
January 08, 2012
Getting to playoffs not enough for Texans
Only earning their first playoff berth shouldn't be enough to deem the Texans' season a success.
January 07, 2012
Former Tors playing big for Bearkats
GALVESTON — Five Ball High grads have helped the Sam Houston State Bearkats to the NCAA Division I National Championship Game.
January 05, 2012
Cowboys need a cleaning
Now that the Dallas Cowboys disappointedly have cleared out their lockers again, it’s time for them to also start doing some early spring cleaning.
January 04, 2012
Edgerson overcomes hardships with can-do attitude
LEAGUE CITY — Chaz Edgerson could hardly be considered a Hurricane Katrina victim because of his consistent determination to succeed.
December 25, 2011
Texans fans, maybe now’s the time to worry
After a disgraceful, embarrassing loss to the Indianapolis Colts, it might be time for Texans fans panic a little bit.
December 24, 2011
Firm hired to search for TC football coach, AD
TEXAS CITY — The school board hired Tex Coach Athletic Consulting to conduct a search for a new athletic director and head football coach.
December 21, 2011
Don't give up on the Texans
If you’re calling it quits on the Texans' season already, they probably don’t need you on their bandwagon anyway.
December 19, 2011
Players, fans let down in Texans' loss
HOUSTON — Houston Texans fans booed in disappointment of the letdown they witnessed Sunday.
December 19, 2011
Butler delivers the big hits
LA MARQUE — Ken Butler’s tackling abilities and defensive instincts make him The Galveston County Daily News Defensive Player of the Year.
December 18, 2011
Doing things the Wright way
LA MARQUE — For the second straight year, Wright is The Galveston County Daily News Offensive Player of the Year.
December 18, 2011
Patience and persistence pay off for Blackledge
LEAGUE CITY — Clear Springs' Jake Blackledge is the Player of the Year not because of his numbers but because of his legacy.
December 18, 2011
All-District football teams
A list of the all-district football teams for 24-5A, 24-4A, 14-2A and 14-A.
December 18, 2011
The Daily News' All-County teams
A list of the Daily News' 2011 All-County teams.
December 18, 2011
Chargers land 3 on All-State teams
LEAGUE CITY — Clear Springs' Ladarius Carpenter, Jesse Washington and Marcus Johnson earned All-State honors Thursday.
December 16, 2011
High Island to play 6-man football
HIGH ISLAND — After a rough football season, the High Island Cardinals soon will get to compete on a more level playing field.
December 15, 2011
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