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28/07/2024

What is the oldest functioning electronic device you own?

27/07/2024

Get out and have some fun!

If you aren’t sure where to get started, this article is for you. I will talk about a couple different events happening in Lubbock this weekend, and a new version of these last-minute plans will be available every Friday.

27/07/2024

The 2024 Paris Olympics officially kicked off yesterday, and it was not without controversy.

Headless Marie Antoinettes were spotted during the opening ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics.

27/07/2024

Lubbock has multiple locations where you can donate blood and/or plasma!

Learn why Lubbock, Texas urgently needs blood donations. Find out where you can donate in Lubbock and make a difference today.

27/07/2024

AWESOME! 🏅

Texas is sending a good number of athletes to compete for Team USA.

27/07/2024

What doesn’t require a license, but should?

26/07/2024

What State Is the Most Like a Country Song? Not Texas!

Discover which states in the US are most similar to a Country song based on alcohol consumption, dog ownership, divorces, and population density. Did your state make the list? Find out now!

26/07/2024

Lubbock City Councilman David Glasheen proposed an amendment to prohibit First Friday Art Trail from receiving $30,000 in Cultural Arts Grants through Civic Lubbock. The tax money used for these grants come from the Hotel Occupancy Tax.

LHUCA "disappointed" by the decision of the Lubbock City Council. Claims First Friday Art Trail will "suffer".

26/07/2024

We take a look at all the fun back-to-school events before the school year starts. A lot of these events are free and give out school supplies.

Can you believe back to school is almost here for the South Plains? When Do Lubbock Area Schools Go Back To School? We take a look at all the fun

26/07/2024

I'm not crying...YOU'RE crying!

Get the tissues ready before you watch.

26/07/2024

The event is scheduled for August 10th and August 31st and features all-you-can-Rocky Mountain oysters, live music, and adult beverages!

This festival looks NUTS!

26/07/2024

Did you feel it?

It happened at 9:28 a.m. and This quake was also felt as far as Amarillo and Austin again, with some folks near Lawton, Oklahoma and Dallas, Texas also reporting that they felt it as well.

26/07/2024

What’s the furthest you’ve ever driven? 🚘

26/07/2024

We dare you to pronounce it phonetically in the comments!

In Texas, we have a lot of towns, cities, and even counties that get mispronounced.

25/07/2024

AWESOME!

Francis is celebrating another birthday this week, surrounded by family.

25/07/2024

In Texas, newborn babies up to 60 days old can be surrendered at hospitals, EMS facilities and Fire Stations.

Lubbock becomes the second city in Texas to have a Safe Haven Baby Box.

25/07/2024

Her 6-year run has finally come to a close.

The former financial manager at Fort Sam Houston turned con artist lived a lavish lifestyle, boasting 82 supercars, multiple mansions, designer brands, and utter extravagance until she was caught.

25/07/2024

Biden will now resume his plans to travel to Austin on Monday, July 29th. The purpose of his visit is to deliver remarks commemorating the 60th Anniversary of the Civil Rights Act.

The President and Vice President will visit the Lone Star State to deliver speeches to various organizations following Biden's endorsement of Harris for his successor.

25/07/2024

So many chain places want you in and out of there, and they'll charge you $7 for a taco you can get at Mamarita's for $4!

Between the ample, affordable portions and the relaxed and friendly vibe, Mamarita's is a great place to catch up with friends and have a great meal.

25/07/2024

Them's fightin' words!

You probably haven't made travel plans based on how FRIENDLY the locals are to outsiders in a certain state, but that CAN have an impact on how your trip goes.

25/07/2024

Nothing better than benefitting the kiddos of the Children's Miracle Network while you enjoy a delicious Dilly Bar, Dip Cone or Blizzard on a hot Texas day!

Miracle Treat Day, the one-day event at participating DQ restaurants across Texas, will support Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals® in Lubbock benefiting UMC Children’s Hospital on Thursday, July 25.

25/07/2024

25/07/2024

Oh no!

The four-alarm fire spread quickly at First Baptist in Dallas.

24/07/2024

GROSS!

The next time you see this insect in Texas, just remember how wild it's life has been before adulthood.

24/07/2024

If you're the type that hates the heat, then you're in luck, because Texas will continue to be much cooler than average in the coming days!

This weather event is impacting Texas the most from July 22nd to the 26th, but the current Lubbock forecast is showing a continuation of temps below 100 after the first few days of August.

24/07/2024

Federal authorities in charge of Texas' border had some unusual news to report as the month of June came to a close.

Officials have reported a 32% drop in migrant crossings for the month of June. What does that mean? Where have they gone?

24/07/2024

Restaurant-goers in Texas consumed the most tequila. In fact, they consumed 119% more tequila than diners in any other state!

If you needed an excuse to get blitzed on a Wednesday, here it is. Happy National Tequila Day!

24/07/2024

WOW!

Yesterday morning, Texans from Amarillo all the way down to Austin felt the effects of a 4.9 magnitude earthquake that shook most of us awake.

24/07/2024

Tragic!

Workers believed power had been cut to the line before the devastating surge.