Hanan Masri was publicly welcomed to her role as the city of Berkeley’s third-ever poet laureate during Tuesday’s City ...

Governor Katie Hobbs announced the appointment of celebrated poet Dr. Laura Tohe as Poet Laureate for the State of Arizona.

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has appointed award-winning poet and writer Dr. Laura Tohe as the state’s next Poet Laureate.

A fresh face, fresh eyes and fresh words are taking the stage as a prolific voice of the American West becomes Vallejo’s ...

Rockford announces Adam al-Sirgany as Poet Laureate and Mikiah Gerrity as Youth Poet for 2026. Join the induction Jan. 20 at ...

For people who don't think poetry is for them because they don't understand it, don't know how to read it or don't think they can write a poem, an Oklahoma City woman who has a message. Give poetry ...

SARATOGA SPRINGS — Newly named Saratoga Springs poet laureate Jay Rogoff will host a Poetry Repair Café event at Northshire Bookstore in the new year. “Got a poem that isn’t working? Do its stanzas ...

Mikhayla Smith is ending her two-year term as the second-ever Poet Laureate of Athens on Jan. 1, 2026. Her work has been praised for activating the Poet Laureate title and expanding its meaning within ...

Editor's Note: This story has been updated to add new quotes and information. WORCESTER – Worcester has a pair of new poets laureate, who are set to serve “as official ambassadors for the city’s ...

The city of Oak Ridge is accepting nominations for the next poet laureate, an ambassadorial role dedicated to championing poetry, spoken word, and creative expression throughout the city. The poet ...

Renowned poet and educator Mayda Alexandra del Valle will serve as Chicago’s second poet laureate, the city’s Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events said Wednesday. Born and raised on the ...