Three-vehicle accident occurs on Interstate 27
An overturned truck caused a three-vehicle accident at the 2500 block of Interstate 27 Monday, Feb. 4, according to Lubbock police.Police report the accident resulted in a code A, meaning serious...
View ArticlePerforming arts center to boost local economy
While a new performing arts center in downtown Lubbock is still millions of dollars away from becoming a reality, recent studies showed the new theater could give the local economy a major boost.A...
View ArticleJenna Bush Hager to speak at Lubbock Women's Club
Jenna Bush Hager, daughter of former U.S. President George W. Bush, will visit Lubbock to give a speech at 6:30 p.m. March 6 at the Lubbock Women’s Club.The event is open to the general public. Tickets...
View ArticlePlayoff berths, district titles up for grabs on final night of girls high...
It’s the final regular-season night for high school girls basketball in Texas, and there’s plenty to play for on the South Plains.The best battle could be in Plainview in District 4-4A where the...
View ArticleLubbock-Cooper FFA team to compete at state competition in Houston March 17
FFA team headed to state competition The FFA Tractor Technician Team from Lubbock-Cooper ISD is advancing to state competition at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.The three-person team of Brandon...
View ArticleLISD String Fling to perform musical favorites today at Civic Center
LISD String Fling planned for today The Lubbock Independent School District’s 29th annual String Fling is scheduled for 7 p.m. today, Feb. 4, at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center Theater. The 18 LISD...
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Win $100 voucher from The Haven Pet owners have a chance to win a $100 voucher to be used for any veterinarian Saturday, Feb. 8.The drawing is hosted by The Haven Animal Care Shelter in celebration of...
View ArticleBirths
Mr. and Mrs. Anthony and Lacey Zimmerle of Lubbock, a girl weighing 4 pounds, 15 ounces at 3 p.m. Jan. 8 at University Medical Center. Mr. and Mrs. Jeremy and Brenda Jackson of Lubbock, a boy weighing...
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72ND DISTRICT COURTJUDGE RUBEN G. REYESLubbock Central Appraisal District against Tara Cheronne Johnson, suit on tax petition99TH DISTRICT COURTJUDGE WILLIAM C. SOWDERLubbock Central Appraisal District...
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25 Years Ago:Shivering and shaking, South Plains residents weathered near record cold Friday as a massive arctic cold front tightened its grip on the region, sending area temperatures into the single...
View ArticleLubbock police release video to catch robber described as ?absolute predator?
“An absolute predator.”That’s how Lubbock police describe the masked man who robbed a South Lubbock Dairy Queen on Saturday morning, Feb. 1, and attacked two employees with a baseball bat.Officials...
View ArticleLubbock Outer Route meeting postponed
Lubbock Outer Route meeting postponedDue to the winter weather currently impacting the Lubbock area, the Texas Department of Transportation has postponed the Lubbock Outer Route Study public meeting...
View ArticleLubbock-Cooper will conduct classes on time
Despite wintry weather, the Lubbock-Cooper Independent School District will conduct classes on time today, Tuesday, Jan. 4., according to a voicemail received by A-J Media.Check back with...
View ArticleLubbock ISD to open on time
Lubbock ISD officials are urging caution when coming to school Tuesday, Feb. 4, because of the icy road conditions. However school will open on time, according to an alert on its website.
View ArticleLubbock police postponing follow up accident investigation
The icy weather has prompted Lubbock police to postpone a follow-up investigation set for 10 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 4, at the intersection of 34th Street and Knoxville Avenue.Investigators may return to...
View ArticleLubbock to replace playgrounds in 7 parks
Seven Lubbock city parks are slated to get new playground equipment this year.The city’s parks and recreation department has more than a dozen projects scheduled including new rest rooms, pavilions and...
View ArticleLubbock Christian University announces Jones will take over LCU Foundation
Lubbock Christian University has announced that Chancellor Ken Jones will now also serve as president of the LCU Foundation.Jones will replace former foundation president David Pruett who is moving to...
View ArticleAide gone from LISD after using foot to handle student's 'emotional outburst'
A former teachers aide at Bean Elementary School is no longer employed after using her foot to react against a student’s “emotional outburst”, Lubbock Independent School District officials said. The...
View ArticleRadiolab owner Griffith considering run for District 3 Lubbock council seat
A Lubbock appliance salesman may join a barber in the race to represent Central Lubbock in the City Council.Jeff Griffith, owner of the Radiolab appliance store on 50th Street, plans to announce his...
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