Houston Post
30 years ago today, the Houston Post published their final edition. I still have my copy, and it is today’s featured photo. The Post shutdown shocked H-Town. That was before social media, so I think I learned about this through the local TV news and word of mouth. I still remember the images of Houston Post journalists consoling each other outside of the Post office building. There was also a gathering that evening at a local watering hole.
Up until then, I thought it was cool that H-Town was one of the few cities with two major newspapers.
At the time, Bill Clinton was president. Bob Lanier was mayor. The Rockets were the defending NBA Champions. The Astros were coming off the 1994 strike ending season and were still in Spring Training and would only be playing a 144-games season.
I held subscriptions to both newspapers. I would read them both every morning.
30 years ago, today.
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H-Town Mayor John Whitmire had a fundraising reception last that was well attended. The event was held at the Post Oak Hotel. I was there.
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The Rockets begin playoff action Sunday night against the Warriors at Toyota Center.
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The Astros put this out yesterday:
| Road Closures Near Daikin Park |
| Thanks for being a valued Astros Season Ticket Package Holder! Please note that due to road closures near Daikin Park, the routes for your game day parking may be affected. Please read the road closures below carefully before heading to the ballpark to watch your Astros this weekend! St. Emmanuel Street Total Closure
St. Emanuel Street northbound and southbound between Preston Street and Rusk Street will be completely closed to traffic from 8am on Monday, April 14, 2025 through 9pm on Sunday, July 30, 2025. The closure is for tunneling work underneath Texas Avenue and for the demolition of multiple buildings along St. Emanuel. Capitol Street between Chartres and Shell Energy Stadium will be closed during this time as well. Those who access Lot B and Lot C for events can still enter from St. Emanuel Street via Preston Street. Please plan accordingly when traveling to Daikin Park. Expect possible delays due to detours. Consider using the TxDOT regional mobility app to plan your trip. |
The Astros host the Padres this weekend.
Have a safe Easter Sunday weekend.
