Disagreements and confusion prompted the Lubbock City Council to put a pause on sending 11 proposed changes to the city charter to voters this November.
“Hank the Cowdog” author John R. Erickson will bring to life the characters from his award-winning children’s book series in two 30-minute presentations at 10:30 a.m. and noon Saturday, July 31, 2021 at the National Ranching Heritage Center at Texas Tech University.
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick announced Monday that he has established the Senate Select Committee on the Future of College Sports in Texas, to be chaired by Sen. Jane Nelson, R-Flower Mound, to study the athletic and economic impact to Texas schools and communities by the University of Texas leaving the Big 12.
Harmony Public Schools West Texas district announced its policy today that this school year, healthy meals will be offered every school day to all students at no cost.
Texas and Oklahoma made a request Tuesday to join the powerhouse Southeastern Conference, with SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey saying the league would consider it in the “near future.”
To kick-off the TTU football season, RMHC of the Southwest will be hosting a lunch on Friday, July 30th at The Texas Tech Club. The lunch will feature head coach, Matt Wells, and defensive line coach and Quarterback S.A.C.K. Chair-Coach, Paul Randolph.
The third-year superintendent wants to prepare his students academically. And that’s much more than just good test scores. One way to do that is through the SkillsUSA program.
The uncertainty of this situation for the Big 12 and Texas Tech is troubling city leaders about the hit Lubbock’s economy would take from the loss of certain games.
A Lubbock man is scheduled to be on the guilty plea docket Tuesday for a murder charge from 2016. Jonathan Lovato, 38, initiated a police chase, causing a deadly wreck after running a red light.
Hemp was legalized two years ago and West Texas researchers have learned hemp grows well in the south plains, saying it could be as profitable as cotton.
Seminole has proven to be a good hub for a successful business for a farmer and his wife. In fact, his battle with cancer inspired him to own HotWorx gym in the area.
University presidents for Texas, Oklahoma, Baylor and Texas Tech met with the Big 12 Executive Committee on Sunday to discuss proposals to try and “strengthen the conference.”
Even without a paid crowd in Tokyo, loud support from her husband and fellow fencer, Gerek Meinhardt was enough to power Lexington, Ky.’s Lee Kiefer for the United States first-ever individual gold medal in women’s foil.
For the six members of the United States women’s 4 x 100m freestyle relay squad, there is likely no better teammate than Midland’s very own Natalie Hinds.
In an Olympic Games featuring eleven Texas Tech Red Raiders in three different sports, Janine Beckie was the first to make an impact as she scored twice in Canada’s 2-1 victory over Chile Saturday at the Sapporo Dome.
The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce sent a letter to Governor Abbott on Saturday, voicing concerns about the future of the Big 12 and what it could mean for both Texas Tech and the local economy.
Lawmakers say the proposed bill would amend Higher Education Code, requiring approval by a majority vote in both the Texas House and Senate before public senior college or universities can change membership in a collegiate athletic conference.
The Celebration of Life service for fallen LSO Sgt. Josh Bartlett was held Friday morning, July 23, 2021 at 10 a.m. at Trinity Church, 7002 Canton Ave. in Lubbock.
he man who allegedly shot and killed a SWAT officer during a standoff in Levelland, Texas earlier this month has been charged with assaulting a federal officer who responded to the scene, announced Acting U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas Prerak Shah.
After the release of a Houston Chronicle article alleged the Universities of Texas and Oklahoma were pursuing a move to the Southeastern Conference in sports, Texas Tech Chancellor Tedd Mitchell is weighing in on the matter.
Criminals may be trying to take advantage of the recent Child Tax Credit payments to steal money and personal information from taxpayers, the IRS warns.
41-year-old Jerome Garcia was served with a warrant for aggravated assault of a peace officer on Thursday, after police say he fired at officers from his vehicle back on July 5.
From July 22 to August 6, the United Family will once again partner with Lubbock-area school districts to host a school supply drive for local students in need.
A Muleshoe, Texas man who sexually exploited an 11-year-old girl was sentenced today to 30 years in federal prison for child pornography, announced Acting U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas Prerak Shah.
Mike Greer founded the Buffalo Springs Lake triathlon in 1990. The Olympic distance event would grow into the “Iron-Man 70.3” in 2019. Greer competed, volunteered, sponsored, and directed races the entire time.
United Supermarkets presents the 43rd Annual Lubbock Arts Festival, Out of This World! A Celebration of Outer Space, Astronauts, and Space Travel July 24-25, 2021 at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane.
