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Thanks to your yes vote on Proposition 6, the Texas Water Development Board is open for business. The state agency, reported A-J Media’s Enrique Rangel, said it will accept loan applications for water...
View ArticleLubbock ranked for America's best cities for global trade
Lubbock among best cities for global trade Global Trade magazine has released its 2014 selections for “America’s Best Cities for Global Trade,” and Lubbock was one of 10 cities picked for Best Skilled...
View ArticleInterim HealthCare receives national recognition
Interim receives national recognition The National Research Corp. and Decision Health have named Interim HealthCare of Lubbock a HomeCare Elite winner for 2014. The announcement took place recently at...
View ArticleRector Anniversary
MR. & MRS. RECTORMr. and Mrs. Don and Pat Rector of Lubbock will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary Monday in Las Vegas. They are the parents of Rochelle Doggett of Austin, Janet Schwantz of...
View ArticleHand Anniversary
MR. & MRS. HANDMr. and Mrs. William and Venita Hand of Loop will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary from 2 to 4 p.m. Nov. 9 at the Loop Community Building. They are the parents of Lynn...
View ArticleDon't miss Dromgoole in person
Columnist Glenn Dromgoole will talk about his newest book, “101 Essential Texas Books,” during a visit to Lubbock the week of Thanksgiving.The event, called “An Evening with Glenn Dromgoole,” is...
View ArticlePettit: Raider players affected Parcells' coaching style
WHAT SUZY Parcells likely remembers most about Lubbock was the trip here from Nashville. Twice during that journey of a thousand miles, the suitcases on top of her small car came untied and crashed to...
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View ArticleDeath notices
Kenneth T. Burks, 44, died Oct. 30, 2014. Services will be 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 10, at Calvillo Funeral Home and Chapel. Calvillo Funeral Home.Maria Flores, 72, of Crosbyton died Nov. 6, 2014. Funeral...
View ArticleCounty Commissioners, Citizens Traffic Commission among public meetings this...
PUBLIC MEETINGSYou can be civically active by watching your local government and decision makers in action.■ MondayLubbock County Commissioners; 10 a.m.; Lubbock County Courthouse, 904 BroadwayLubbock...
View ArticleEntertainment Briefs
Tickets now on sale for Iglesias, Pitbull Latin recording act Enrique Iglesias will headline a concert and dance party at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 6 at the United Supermarkets Arena, 1701 Indiana Ave.American...
View ArticleFrom the A-J's Pages
25 years ago:Midland — A federal judge ruled Wednesday that the at-large system of electing judges in nine Texas counties — including Lubbock County — is illegal and must be changed.50 years...
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Now that the election is over, the attention shifts to the next legislative session, which begins in just over two months. An idea of what may be in store for the 84th Legislature could be coming soon...
View ArticlePhilanthropy luncheon to honor fundraising individuals, businesses
Luncheon to honor fundraising groups A National Philanthropy Day luncheon will present the following awards Friday:■ Outstanding corporation — Reagor-Dykes Auto Group■ Outstanding volunteer or civic...
View ArticleAirport facilities grew after World War II
Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport began with a single building in 1929, and now has a complex of structures. During World War II, it provided the Army almost 1,600 acres of space to train...
View ArticleMerle Norman Studios celebrate season with Holiday Open House
Kick off the holiday season this year with a touch of glamour, some pampering, beautiful color, and a lot of fun! Make your plans now to attend the Holiday Open House at Merle Norman Studios – your...
View ArticleFrom the A-J's Pages
25 years ago:One may be the loneliest number according to an old song, but talk at Thursday’s City Council meeting centered on the city’s economic development efforts becoming “one.”50 years ago:Austin...
View ArticleCommunity calendar
TODAY“Understanding Anger: Part Two”— 6:30-8:30 p.m. Family Guidance and Outreach Center, No. 5 Briercroft Office Park. Free. No child care available. Call to register. 747-5577.OLLI-”Geography,...
View ArticleDeath Notices
Joyce A. Cummings, 61, of Lubbock died Nov. 8, 2014. Services are pending with Griffin Mortuary.Daniel DeLeon Jr., 54, of Earth died Nov. 5, 2014. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, in...
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