The Houston Mainstreet Association, in

conjunction with the Houston School District celebrated the fifth annual Pep Rally and Tailgate Party Thursday on the Courthouse Square. Team members from all sports were introduced along with cheerleaders, band and solar car members. The parade featured the 15 members of the Homecoming Court, one of whom will be crowned Queen 2009 on Friday night during halftime of the HHS/Pontotoc football game.