Frenship girls learn legislation at Girls State
Two Frenship High School seniors spent a week this summer learning about local, state and federal government through Texas Bluebonnet Girls State. Lauren Pugh and Jessica Wilkins were two of hundreds...
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Sharon K. Akins, 63, of Lubbock died Aug. 12, 2014. A viewing will be 3 p.m. Friday, Aug. 15, in Agape Funeral Chapel. Agape Funeral Chapel & Crematory.Bonnie Birmelin, 53, of Big Spring died Aug....
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Nathan Kerry Michaels and Johanna Celee Bauersfeld David Robert Dominguez and Leeanne Trevino Martinez
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■ Assumed name: Ethical Games; owner: Jordan Christopher Campbell■ Assumed name: Tweet Dreams; owner: Gail P. Branum■ Assumed name: Flores Trucking; owner: Huerta Antioco Flores■ Assumed name: American...
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25 years ago:San Antonio — Radio rustlers are targeting rural communications based stations for high-technology equipment that authorities say probably is being sold in Mexico.50 years ago:A reporter...
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Beckie’s goal liftsCanada to 1-0 win MONTREAL — Texas Tech soccer player Janine Beckie knocked home a goal in the 65th minute Tuesday night, lifting Canada past North Korea 1-0 and into the...
View ArticleLubbock police said man driven to Flying J after suffering stab wounds
A 20-year-old man was sent to a Lubbock hospital early Thursday morning after suffering stab wounds during a fight at a party in central Lubbock.Lubbock police said Marshall Malique was taken by...
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Danny and Shannon McDuff of Lorenzo and Kenny and Brenda Wideman of Lubbock are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Laura Wideman of Pflugerville, Texas to Jason Chaney of...
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MusicFRIDAYJoe Ely Unplugged — 7:30 p.m., Cactus Theater, 1812 Buddy Holly Ave. $30-$35. American singer, songwriter and guitarist. 762-3233. Landon Scoggins CD Release Party — 9 p.m., Backstage...
View ArticleProperty rate increase capped at 52.74 cents; stormwater rate structure...
Setting a goal date for the new storm water rate structure, capping a potential property tax increase and getting an earful from residents concerned about a possible smoking ban kept Lubbock’s City...
View ArticleOur View: Jury service can be inconvenient, but it's a duty all should accept
There’s a price that comes with freedom, but too many of our Lubbock County neighbors are not paying their obligation for jury service.They ignore their summons to report for jury service and let...
View ArticleLetter: U.S. needs to show compassion
I am saddened by the response to the illegal immigrants at our border. When did America become so cruel? These children are running for their lives. Eyewitness accounts tell of the gangs, murders and...
View Article36 grads received diplomas in Lubbock ISD summer graduation ceremony
36 get diplomas at LISD summer graduation Thirty-six summer graduates walked the stage of the Monterey High School auditorium Thursday to receive their high school diplomas. The ceremony for Coronado,...
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Ely, Guzman headline concert at Cactus Singer-songwriter and recording artist Joe Ely, accompanied by accordion player Jo-El Guzman, will headline an unplugged acoustic concert at 7:30 p.m. Friday at...
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Esmerelda Alvarez, 49, of Plainview died Aug. 13, 2014. Services are pending with Lemons Funeral Home of Plainview.Mickey Alvin Applegate, 51, of Lubbock died Aug. 13, 2014. Memorial services will be 2...
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72ND DISTRICT COURTJUDGE RUBEN G. REYESSacor Financial Inc. against Brenda P. Perez, suit on other civil99TH DISTRICT COURTJUDGE WILLIAM C. SOWDERJessie Ledesma against Thomas K. Payne Petroleum Inc.,...
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25 years ago:Although NCNB Texas plans to shrink its Texas employment network by 2,000 jobs over the next 12 to 18 months, the effects of the reductions in Lubbock are not known, bank spokesmen said...
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■ Assumed name: Best Buy Mobile; owner: Best Buy Stores LP■ Assumed name: Getta Room; owner: Joseph Menaldi■ Assumed name: Reconstruction Ministries Inc.; owner: J.T. Cotton Sr.■ Assumed name: Wise...
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Focus all night on 1980s music The Romantics will headline the Rock of the ’80s Tour concert at the Buddy & Maria Holly Pavilion, directly west of and across the street from the Buddy Holly Center,...
View ArticleFrenship wins 2 of 3 in Mansfield
MANSFIELD — Marybeth Sandercox had 17 kills, helping Frenship win two of its three pool-play matches Thursday on the first day of the Sunrise Rotary tournament.The Tigers beat Fort Worth Southwest...
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