Quick Opinion: Lubbock climbs 10 places in the Allstate Best Drivers' report
Lubbock was ranked the 40th safest city for driving among cities with populations larger than 50,000 in the latest Allstate America’s Best Drivers’ report. That’s 10 spots higher than last year, but...
View ArticleLetter: Song played at Tech game was offensive
Saturday, Aug. 30, presented another beautiful afternoon and evening for Texas Tech football and all the festivities that surround the game. And what a crowd — the second-largest student attendance...
View ArticleKerns: Interactive 'Before I Die...' exhibit will visit Lubbock for a full year
A bit of this and a bit of that ... with a reminder that, had he lived, Lubbock-based rock ’n’ roll innovator Charles Hardin (Buddy) Holly would be celebrating his 78th birthday today.He was born on...
View ArticleDotray: New spots for food and furniture, plus more 'coming soons'
There’s a lot happening in Lubbock’s business scene to talk about this week.I’ve discussed this a few times before in preparation, but if everything goes as planned Nick’s Sports Grill and Lounge is...
View ArticleCity debt: How does Lubbock match up?
Hub City residents are shouldering one of the highest per capita debt burdens in the state.The roughly $1.5 billion in municipal debt translates to about $5,900 per person, according to an...
View ArticleMemorial produces indelible memories
Where the twin towers of New York’s World Trade Center once stood is a memorial that brings moments of silence, tears and a defiant patriotism among those who visit the site.The terrorist attack on the...
View ArticleWesterners endure drubbing by Andrews Mustangs, 60-8
There are times when being a Lubbock High Westerner comes with multiple perks, including playing for an energetic coach, training with members of the Marine Corps and sporting sleek black and gold...
View ArticleHappy 78th birthday, Buddy! A by-the-numbers tribute
This weekend marks both Buddy Holly’s 78th birthday and the Buddy Holly Center’s 15th anniversary. Here are a few interesting facts in a by-the-numbers format about the rock ’n’ roll legend who was...
View ArticleRed Raiders corral Cardinals, claim UTPA title
EDINBURG — The Texas Tech volleyball team came back from a set down to defeat Lamar in four sets and claim the UTPA Tournament title in Edinburg on Saturday.The Red Raiders (6-0) dropped the first set...
View ArticleSales tax licenses
New sales tax licenses issued in Lubbock by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts for the week ending Aug. 29:■ Custom Electronics; 1214 18th St. ■ Se7en Glassworks; 1403 19th St. ■ G. Sisson...
View ArticleLubbock Chamber ribbon cuttings
Lubbock chamber ribbon cuttings Lubbock Area Square & Round Dance Federation, 2306 120th St., noon TuesdayTigris Real Estate, 5307 W. Loop 289, 4:30 p.m. WednesdayFirst Cash Pawn, 7301 University...
View ArticleAllison Cottrell promoted to Chamber's education director
Cottrell is chamber’s education director The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce promoted Allison Cottrell to education director. Cottrell’s new position is effective immediately.read more
View ArticlePeoples Bank announces new addition
New addition to Peoples Bank Valerie Carpenter, a graduate of Texas A&M University, is joining Peoples Bank. She has eight years of financial industry experience. Carpenter is a banking officer who...
View ArticleDaniel Torrez, making sure he always takes care of his customers
Name: Daniel TorrezAge: 34I am from: LubbockOccupation: General manager, Giorgio’sHow I ended up in this business: working for a good boss that was willing to give me a chance.If I could be anything,...
View ArticleLetter: No difference between Supreme Court, ISIS
No difference between Supreme Court, ISIS What’s the difference between a black-clad terrorist from the Islamic State beheading someone and your typical abortionist? I submit there is no difference;...
View ArticleLubbock Area United Way announces loaned officers
The Lubbock Area United Way announced a campaign goal of $5,837,767 during its 2014 annual Campaign Kick-Off Luncheon on Aug. 28. Nearly half of that goal, which is the largest it's ever had, is...
View ArticleDeath Notices
Shannon Lee Jobe, 46, of Lubbock died Sept. 2, 2014. Graveside services will be 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 9, in Peaceful Gardens Memorial Park. LakeRidge Chapel and Memorial Designers.Ava Isabella...
View ArticleFrom the A-J's Pages
25 years ago:The Texas Education Agency reported this week that 68.7 percent of the students in the Lubbock Independent School District passed the state mandated basic skills test last year, up 3...
View ArticleCommunity calendar
TODAYSunday Afternoon Tennis Scramble— 1-5 p.m. Burgess-Rushing Tennis Center, 3030 66th St. $5. Juniors and adults. 767-3727.Lubbock Chess Club— 2-4:45 p.m. Mahon Library, 1306 Ninth St. All ages and...
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