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  • Thursday, June 20 2013 12:43 AM EDT2013-06-20 04:43:32 GMT
    Just after 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday a tornado was caught on camera by KCBD's storm chaser David Drummond touching down just north of Sundown.Occidental Petroleum worker Cole Mulloy was just down the road
    Just after 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday a tornado was caught on camera by KCBD's storm chaser David Drummond touching down just north of Sundown.
  • Thursday, June 20 2013 12:05 AM EDT2013-06-20 04:05:39 GMT
    Bob Simmons always dreamed of becoming a pilot. But when he walked into the Air Force recruiting office 46 years ago, they told him there was one slight problem. "They said, ‘All our pilots are officers
    Bob Simmons always dreamed of becoming a pilot. But when he walked into the Air Force recruiting office 46 years ago, they told him there was one slight problem. "They said, ‘All our pilots are officers
  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 11:23 PM EDT2013-06-20 03:23:05 GMT
    Cary is live in our First Alert Storm Center now. Just click here http://bit.ly/11Hqsf9 This warning was just issued: TORNADO WARNING FOR HOCKLEY COUNTY UNTIL 06:00 PM * TORNADO WARNING FOR... SOUTHWESTERN
    A tornado touched ground near Sundown in Hockley County and tornado sirens went off in Levelland Wednesday night as hail and high winds swept through the area.
  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 10:54 PM EDT2013-06-20 02:54:58 GMT
    I have always been an advocate for keeping our city-owned electric company's business separate from city hall's business. especially now that they are a monopoly. The idea of a private board having control
    I have always been an advocate for keeping our city-owned electric company's business separate from city hall's business. especially now that they are a monopoly.
  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 10:38 PM EDT2013-06-20 02:38:07 GMT
    A locally-made food product is getting world-wide recognition. Breedlove Foods introduced their newest product Wednesday, at a luncheon held by the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce. The non-profit organization
    A locally-made food product is getting world-wide recognition. Breedlove Foods introduced their newest product Wednesday, at a luncheon held by the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce.
  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 8:47 PM EDT2013-06-20 00:47:27 GMT
    The electric utility board is considering separating the water and electric bill, they say, in order to ease the pain on peoples' wallet. "The first part we looked at is possibly separating the bill in
    At Thursday night's city council meeting, the Electric Utility Board brought up the possibility of separating the water and electricity into two separate bills.
  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 6:29 PM EDT2013-06-19 22:29:30 GMT
    Provided by Citibus The goal of National Dump the Pump Day is to encourage motorists to save money by using public transportation instead of paying high prices at the gas pump, currently $3.37 in Lubbock. The
    Make plans to ride the bus on June 20th, go to lunch – meet some friends for an early dinner, encourage your kids age 6 and over ride to the mall or the movies or their friend's house or a park.
  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 5:02 PM EDT2013-06-19 21:02:56 GMT
    The Lubbock Police Department is looking for a suspect in connection with a robbery committed on June 9. Shawn Anthony Bulson was in the process of committing theft from the 7-Eleven at 802 Avenue Q. As
    Lubbock police have captured a suspect accused of robbing a 7-Eleven and assaulting a bystander who tried to detain him.
  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 4:19 PM EDT2013-06-19 20:19:41 GMT
    A man who ran his car into a parked school bus at Lubbock High School earlier this year, seriously injuring his passenger, was indicted Tuesday. 24-year-old Brian Mogaka is charged with intoxicated assault. The
    A man who ran his car into a parked school bus at Lubbock High School earlier this year, seriously injuring his passenger, was indicted Tuesday.
  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 4:02 PM EDT2013-06-19 20:02:41 GMT
    Between the Monday storms that caused a few dozen power outages, and storms two weeks ago that left some 20,000 homeowners in the dark for days, LP&L says Automatic Meter Readers, or AMRs, are a necessity
    LP&L says Automatic Meter Readers, or AMRs, are a necessity here in Lubbock.
  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 3:23 PM EDT2013-06-19 19:23:30 GMT
    From City of Lubbock:The City of Lubbock and Lubbock County are conducting an assessment of UNINSURED property damaged from the June 5, 2013 storms. Residents and business owners are encouraged to fill
    The City of Lubbock and Lubbock County are conducting an assessment of UNINSURED property damaged from the June 5, 2013 storms.
  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 3:22 PM EDT2013-06-19 19:22:11 GMT
    An elementary school gym was burned down early Tuesday morning in Hale Center.Akin Elementary School principal, Jackie King, received a call about smoke and flames coming from the gym around 1:58 a.m.
    The Texas State Fire Marshal has ruled that a fire that ruined an elementary school gym back on June 11 was accidental, and likely electrical in nature.
  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 11:55 AM EDT2013-06-19 15:55:24 GMT
    From American Red Cross:A month after the deadly tornadoes hit Oklahoma, the American Red Cross is providing help and comfort with food, relief supplies, health services and emotional support - and we
    A month after the deadly tornadoes hit Oklahoma, the American Red Cross is providing help and comfort with food, relief supplies, health services and emotional support - and we will be there for people in these communities in the months ahead.
  • Wednesday, June 19 2013 11:35 AM EDT2013-06-19 15:35:08 GMT
    It's an annual celebration - a time to embrace equal rights and freedom for all. Juneteenth 2013 is a time of reflection. The unified Juneteenth Commission here in Lubbock is working to coordinate five
    It's an annual celebration - a time to embrace equal rights and freedom for all. Juneteenth 2013 is a time of reflection.
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 8:30 PM EDT2013-06-19 00:30:05 GMT
    With severe weather hitting the Hub City frequently including Monday's storm that brought down baseball size hail, local repair shops are slammed with hail damaged vehicles. Collision King owner Steven
    With frequent severe weather hitting the Hub City, local repair shops have been slammed with hail-damaged vehicles. Monday's storm, which brought down baseball-sized hail, was no exception.
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 8:00 PM EDT2013-06-19 00:00:11 GMT
    Idalou farmer Scott Harmon looked out across his farm as workers fixed tractors, started car engines and readied the seed for a new round of planting cotton after the yesterday's wet weather. "It's an
    Idalou farmer Scott Harmon looked out across his farm as workers fixed tractors and readied the seed for a new round of cotton planting after Monday's wet weather.
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 7:09 PM EDT2013-06-18 23:09:54 GMT
    The weather in West Texas is constantly changing and one county on the South Plains is making sure they're always ready. The Hockley County Emergency Communication's Team is a group of volunteers who are
    The Hockley County Emergency Communications Team is a group of volunteers who are fully committed to keeping the public informed during severe weather.
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 1:35 PM EDT2013-06-18 17:35:38 GMT
    Provided by TxDOT Beginning Monday, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is scheduled to make traffic changes on both the Marsha Sharp Freeway (US 62/82) and Spur 327, at Milwaukee Avenue, as
    Beginning Monday, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is scheduled to make traffic changes on both the Marsha Sharp Freeway (US 62/82) and Spur 327, at Milwaukee Avenue...
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 1:21 PM EDT2013-06-18 17:21:12 GMT
    District 2 City Councilman Floyd Price addressed the attempt to have him recalled on Tuesday. District 2 resident Gordon Harris filed an affidavit for a recall petition on Monday. Harris says his community
    District 2 City Councilman Floyd Price addressed the attempt to have him recalled on Tuesday.
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 1:06 PM EDT2013-06-18 17:06:43 GMT
    This afternoon, we are anticipating a Thunderstorm Watch for some of the viewing area within the hour or so. These will be scattered storms along a cold front that will be moving in. Another surge of storms
    The first storm developed in northern Lubbock county just after 5 p.m.
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 12:11 PM EDT2013-06-18 16:11:57 GMT
    The South Plains and Lubbock housing finance corporations have partnered to make down payment assistance grants available to homebuyers. It's all part of the "Welcome Home South Plains Home Loan Program"
    The South Plains and Lubbock housing finance corporations have partnered to make down payment assistance grants available to homebuyers.
  • Texas Gov. Rick Perry is courting Connecticut gun manufacturers, extolling the tax policies and regulatory climate of his state.
    Texas Gov. Rick Perry is courting Connecticut gun manufacturers, extolling the tax policies and regulatory climate of his state.
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:43 AM EDT2013-06-18 14:43:37 GMT
    Provided by City of Lubbock City of Lubbock Animal Services is offering a promotional program to encourage city residents to spay/neuter their pets. The promotional program will waive the income requirements
    The City has informed us they are no longer offering spay/neuter assistance as all 200 certificates have been handed out.
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 7:28 AM EDT2013-06-18 11:28:31 GMT
    Provided by Lubbock Power & Light Lubbock Power & Light (LP&L) is updating customers of the current situation regarding outages due to tonight's weather event. Strong rains with moderate sized hail crossed
    LP&L is reporting zero outages as of Tuesday morning at 6 a.m.
  • Monday, June 17 2013 11:46 PM EDT2013-06-18 03:46:03 GMT
    It only took a split second fro a light rain, to transform into a blinding hailstorm Monday night, forcing drivers to instantly find shelter. Mariana Mahon and Robert White were hauling furniture and
    It only took a split second for a light rain to transform into a blinding hail storm Monday night, forcing drivers to scramble and find cover.
  • Monday, June 17 2013 7:19 PM EDT2013-06-17 23:19:46 GMT
    The Office of the Secretary of the City of Lubbock has just confirmed that citizens have started a recall petition for Councilman Floyd Price.KCBD NewsChannel 11 will keep you informed with the latest
    District 2 resident Gordon Harris has filed an affidavit for a petition to recall District 2 Councilman Floyd Price.
  • Monday, June 17 2013 6:47 PM EDT2013-06-17 22:47:05 GMT
    From City of Lubbock:Hodges Community Center will host a Mom and Son Camp-in on Friday-Saturday, June 21-22 from 6 p.m. to 8 a.m. Mothers and sons will check in on Friday evening for a fun-filled night
    Hodges Community Center will host a Mom and Son Camp-in on Friday-Saturday, June 21-22 from 6 p.m. to 8 a.m.
  • Monday, June 17 2013 6:20 PM EDT2013-06-17 22:20:02 GMT
    The Lubbock Economic Development Alliance (LEDA) says 167 new jobs are coming to Lubbock. Two local businesses are expanding and one new business is on the way, all related to manufacturing.In a Monday
    AmpliSine Labs and Professional Rebuild & Optimal Service will be expanding while SERVCO Chemical from Hereford will be opening a new location on 66th Street.
  • Monday, June 17 2013 6:14 PM EDT2013-06-17 22:14:31 GMT
    From Wayland Baptist University:Sydney Hearn signed to play basketball at Wayland Baptist University for the Flying Queens Monday morning in the Hall of Honor at Hutcherson Center. Hearn has spent the
    Sydney Hearn signed to play basketball at Wayland Baptist University for the Flying Queens Monday morning in the Hall of Honor at Hutcherson Center.
  • Monday, June 17 2013 3:36 PM EDT2013-06-17 19:36:01 GMT
    On May 19, 1998, Michael John Yowell shot his father, strangled his mother with a cord and set fire to their house. The victim's grandmother died several days later from injuries sustained because
    Two men found guilty of capital murder in Lubbock will face the death penalty this year.
  • Monday, June 17 2013 11:30 AM EDT2013-06-17 15:30:26 GMT
    From Lubbock Fire Department:The City of Lubbock welcomes over 173 local Texas chapters of professional firefighters, their families, retirees and auxiliary members from all over the state of Texas June
    The City of Lubbock welcomes over 173 local Texas chapters of professional firefighters, their families, retirees and auxiliary members from all over the state of Texas June 17-21.
  • Monday, June 17 2013 9:46 AM EDT2013-06-17 13:46:48 GMT
    Two men were indicted by a Lubbock Federal Grand Jury on Wednesday June 12. Gabriel Tenorio and Russell Heath are charged in connection to 3 bank robberies:May 1 at the Lubbock National Bank (4420 19th
    Lubbock police are still searching for a suspect charged in connection with three bank robberies. On Monday, police released two new photos of Russell Heath, 44.
  • Sunday, June 16 2013 10:17 PM EDT2013-06-17 02:17:32 GMT
    A heads up for those of you who drive through 114th Street and Milwaukee on your way to work. The road will be closed beginning Monday. The installation of a new sanitary sewer pipes will require the
    A heads up for those of you who drive through 114th Street and Milwaukee on your way to work. The road will be closed beginning Monday.
  • Sunday, June 16 2013 8:01 PM EDT2013-06-17 00:01:23 GMT
    On Friday the office of Texas Governor Rick Perry released a list of bills that were approved as well as those he vetoed. Those he approved are well documented, the "Merry Christmas" bill, water bill and
    The governor vetoed HB 950, a bill to guarantee equal pay for women in Texas.
  • Sunday, June 16 2013 2:35 PM EDT2013-06-16 18:35:28 GMT
    A pedestrian was seriously injured Sunday morning when he was struck by a vehicle while walking down East 4th Street. Police say Jesse Ramirez, Jr., 22, was heading east down the middle of the lane at
    A pedestrian was seriously injured Sunday morning when he was struck by a vehicle while walking down East 4th Street.
  • Sunday, June 16 2013 10:10 AM EDT2013-06-16 14:10:59 GMT
    If you're planning to hit the waves this summer, boating safety classes are easy on the pocketbook, and can potentially save lives. In addition to a life jacket, education is key when it comes to remaining
    If you're planning to hit the waves this summer, boating safety classes are easy on the pocketbook, and can potentially save lives.
  • Sunday, June 16 2013 9:55 AM EDT2013-06-16 13:55:02 GMT
    Provided by City of Lubbock The City of Lubbock Health Department will hold vaccination clinics for both adults and children at the following locations during the week of June 17, 2013: 6/17/2013 Dream
    The City of Lubbock Health Department will hold vaccination clinics for both adults and children at the following locations during the week of June 17, 2013...
  • Saturday, June 15 2013 9:30 PM EDT2013-06-16 01:30:57 GMT
    Voters in Littlefield hit the polls for a run-off election Saturday and now, they have a new mayor. Danny Marquez won the mayoral election with 462 votes. His opponent, Ben Warren, had 292. Marquez won
    Voters in Littlefield hit the polls for a run-off election Saturday and now, they have a new mayor.
  • Saturday, June 15 2013 9:08 PM EDT2013-06-16 01:08:29 GMT
    The city of New Deal dedicated their new fire and EMS station on Saturday. Around a hundred people gathered to celebrate the new facility. The Lubbock Fire Department's pipe and drum unit were on hand
    The city of New Deal dedicated their new fire and EMS station on Saturday.
  • Saturday, June 15 2013 8:42 PM EDT2013-06-16 00:42:08 GMT
    For decades, Russell and Nelda Wright have devoted six weeks out of the year to serve children at youth camp. "Well, today we're having - looks like we're having ham sandwich," said Russell, 78, while
    For decades, Russell and Nelda Wright have devoted six weeks out of the year to serve children at youth camp.
  • Friday, June 14 2013 11:42 PM EDT2013-06-15 03:42:02 GMT
    The Lubbock County Bomb Squad was called out to a Levelland convenience store Friday morning. A customer at Stripes on Clubview Drive found a small box, no bigger than an iPhone, that had the word "explosives"
    The Lubbock County Bomb Squad was called out to a Levelland convenience store Friday morning.
  • Friday, June 14 2013 8:58 PM EDT2013-06-15 00:58:02 GMT
    Lubbock police say Kenneth Ray Devroe, 45, is wanted for questioning in connection with some recent commercial burglaries. Devroe is a black male, 5'9, 180 pounds, bald, with brown eyes. Police list
    Lubbock police caught a man they say is responsible for several recent commercial burglaries on Friday.
  • Friday, June 14 2013 7:00 PM EDT2013-06-14 23:00:18 GMT
    This week, Governor Rick Perry signed a bill protecting "Merry Christmas" and other holiday sayings and symbols from legal challenges. Perry pointed out that it is a shame a bill like this is even needed.
    It protects citizens from their own government. And it stands behind the Constitution, which is something we haven't seen coming out of Washington lately.
  • Friday, June 14 2013 6:53 PM EDT2013-06-14 22:53:05 GMT
    If you have any outdoor activities planned this evening, you're going to want to keep an eye on the weather. There is a chance of scattered heavy showers across the South Plains tonight into tomorrow.Rain
    There is a chance of scattered heavy showers across the South Plains tonight into tomorrow.
  • Friday, June 14 2013 6:04 PM EDT2013-06-14 22:04:27 GMT
    Provided by City of Lubbock Grab a blanket, pack up the kids and watch a family-friendly movie out under the stars! For the second year, Maxey Community Center is partnering with Mi Casita Nursing and
    For the second year, Maxey Community Center is partnering with Mi Casita Nursing and Rehabilitation for their first of four Movies at Maxey Park on Friday, June 14.
  • Friday, June 14 2013 5:46 PM EDT2013-06-14 21:46:16 GMT
    Since it was signed into law by Governor Perry yesterday, the ‘Merry Christmas' law as it has become known has received a lot of attention, but what exactly does it mean? "It's a state law that protects
    Gov. Perry signed the "Merry Christmas" bill into law on Thursday, but how should it be interpreted and how can it exist and still uphold the separation of church and state?
  • Friday, June 14 2013 4:51 PM EDT2013-06-14 20:51:33 GMT
    Friday, March of Dimes kicked off their Healthy Babies are Worth the Wait® campaign in Lubbock. The message stresses the importance for women with healthy pregnancies to wait to deliver until full-term.
    Friday, March of Dimes kicked off their Healthy Babies are Worth the Wait® campaign in Lubbock.
  • Friday, June 14 2013 1:48 PM EDT2013-06-14 17:48:43 GMT
    From burgers to BBQ, two popular restaurants are on the Food for Thought list this week - unfortunately though, they're both at the bottom. We begin at Blue Sky at 4416 98th; health inspectors cited
    From burgers to BBQ, two popular restaurants are on the Food for Thought list this week - unfortunately though, they're both at the bottom.
  • Friday, June 14 2013 1:47 PM EDT2013-06-14 17:47:21 GMT
    For a complete overview of the Violations see below. No Critical Violations Gandhi Bazar4501 34th St.- Holiday Inn Lubbock Civic Center - Bar801 Ave. Q- Jack in the Box2414 Mac Davis- Jazz, A Louisiana
    For a complete overview of the Violations see below.
  • Friday, June 14 2013 10:58 AM EDT2013-06-14 14:58:14 GMT
    Provided by United Blood Services United Blood Services' critical appeal for O- blood continues. Even with an increased number of donors, the hospital usage continues to outpace the supply. It will take
    United Blood Services' critical appeal for O- blood continues. Even with an increased number of donors, the hospital usage continues to outpace the supply.
  • Friday, June 14 2013 10:51 AM EDT2013-06-14 14:51:52 GMT
    From USDA Office of Communications:Agriculture Tom Vilsack will host a town hall meeting at Texas Tech to discuss the importance of passing a Food, Farm and Jobs Bill for rural America. The Obama Administration
    Agriculture Tom Vilsack will host a town hall meeting at Texas Tech to discuss the importance of passing a Food, Farm and Jobs Bill for rural America Friday at 10 a.m.
  • Friday, June 14 2013 12:34 AM EDT2013-06-14 04:34:09 GMT
    Lubbock police are conducting a death investigation in the 4400 block of 110th Street. We'll continue to update this story as we learn more. Copyright 2013 KCBD. All rights reserved.
    Lubbock police were called to the 4400 block of 110th Street around 6 p.m. Thursday night, where they found a man dead in the garage by his car.
  • Friday, June 14 2013 12:04 AM EDT2013-06-14 04:04:49 GMT
    There was a full agenda for Lubbock City Council members, Thursday night. One of the hot topics being discussed were tornado sirens. The council approved a tornado warning task force and them until October
    There was a full agenda for Lubbock City Council members Thursday night, and tornado sirens were a hot topic.
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 10:08 PM EDT2013-06-14 02:08:22 GMT
    Emergency crews are on the scene of a rollover on Marsha Sharp Fwy. Police have closed down the Quaker entrance ramp. All westbound traffic on Marsha Sharp is being diverted. We have received reports
    Emergency crews responded to a cement truck rollover on Marsha Sharp Thursday.
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 7:38 PM EDT2013-06-13 23:38:04 GMT
    From Lubbock Police Department:Lubbock police are looking for two suspects involved in shoplifting at Walmart located at 1911 Marsha Sharp Fwy. The incident occurred on May 27 at approximately 5:32 p.m.
    Lubbock police are looking for two suspects involved in shoplifting at Walmart located at 1911 Marsha Sharp Fwy.
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 6:42 PM EDT2013-06-13 22:42:43 GMT
    Citing the need for more research, Mayor Pro Tem Karen Gibson says the proposed ban on texting while driving has been removed from the City Council agenda for Thursday. Copyright 2013 KCBD. All rights
    Citing the need for more research, Mayor Pro Tem Karen Gibson says the proposed ban on texting while driving has been removed from the City Council agenda for Thursday.
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 5:45 PM EDT2013-06-13 21:45:35 GMT
    It's hard to believe for Anna Ysasaga-Cuevas that one year has passed since her son was last seen leaving a friend's house on the morning of June 14, 2012. "It just seems like it was yesterday when it
    It's hard to believe for Anna Ysasaga-Cuevas that one year has passed since her son was last seen leaving a friend's house on the morning of June 14, 2012.
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 5:21 PM EDT2013-06-13 21:21:25 GMT
    Provided by LISD The Lubbock ISD Board of Trustees approved a salary increase for all LISD employees that equates to an average increase of 2.8 percent. The starting teacher salary will increase from
    The Lubbock ISD Board of Trustees approved a salary increase for all LISD employees that equates to an average increase of 2.8 percent.
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 2:47 PM EDT2013-06-13 18:47:38 GMT
    From The Office of the Governor Rick Perry:Gov. Rick Perry today signed House Bill 308, which allows public school students and staff to use traditional holiday greetings and display religious scenes and symbols
    Gov. Rick Perry today signed House Bill 308, which allows public school students and staff to use traditional holiday greetings and display religious scenes and symbols on school property.
  • SAN ANTONIO (KSAT/CNN) - Ten-year-old Sebastien de la Cruz was a hit Tuesday night as he sang the National Anthem at the NBA Finals. But he has since faced internet backlash, with people making comments
    Ten-year-old Sebastien de la Cruz was a hit Tuesday night as he sang the National Anthem at the NBA Finals.
  • Thursday, June 13 2013 11:25 AM EDT2013-06-13 15:25:21 GMT
    From The High Plains Wine Growers Association:The first ever High Plains Winegrowers Wine & Music Festival will be held at the Mallet Event Center in Levelland on June 14 & 15. The Wine & Music Festival
    The first ever High Plains Winegrowers Wine & Music Festival will be held at the Mallet Event Center in Levelland on June 14 & 15. The Wine & Music Festival includes wine tastings, a trade show, wine appreciation classes, Texas Country Music, and more.
  • Tuesday, June 11 2013 11:26 PM EDT2013-06-12 03:26:59 GMT
    KCBD NewsChannel 11's John Robison met with Lubbock City Councilman Todd Klein and two men from the National Weather Service Tuesday to continue the discussion about bringing warning sirens to Lubbock. The
    KCBD NewsChannel 11's John Robison met with Lubbock City Councilman Todd Klein and two men from the National Weather Service Tuesday to continue the discussion about bringing warning sirens to Lubbock.
  • Tuesday, June 11 2013 1:54 PM EDT2013-06-11 17:54:09 GMT
    Emergency crews are on the scene of a trailer fire near I-27 and Regis Street. The fire began around 8:30 a.m. on North Ivory and East Purdue St. A male and female occupant were in the home at the time
    Emergency crews responded to a trailer fire near the airport Tuesday.
  • Monday, June 10 2013 5:40 PM EDT2013-06-10 21:40:49 GMT
    From City of Lubbock:The City will reopen Maxey Pool, 4007 30th St., tomorrow, Tuesday, June 11. Maxey, Clapp and Montelongo Pools have all reopened following cleanup from last week's storms. Regular hours
    The City will reopen Maxey Pool, 4007 30th St., tomorrow, Tuesday, June 11.
  • Monday, June 10 2013 12:44 PM EDT2013-06-10 16:44:15 GMT
    TxDOT begins a $1,200,813 resurfacing project in Lubbock on Monday, June 10. They will repave three miles of Avenue Q from 5th Street to I-27. Motorists can expect daily lane closures, possible traffic
    TxDOT begins a $1,200,813 resurfacing project in Lubbock on Monday, June 10. They will repave three miles of Avenue Q from 5th Street to I-27.
  • Monday, June 10 2013 12:05 PM EDT2013-06-10 16:05:05 GMT
    From City of Lubbock:Put on your brightly colored Hawaiian shirts and dresses and join the Lubbock Senior Center as they host their annual Senior Prom on Thursday, June 13, 2013, from 6:00-9:30 p.m. This
    Put on your brightly colored Hawaiian shirts and dresses and join the Lubbock Senior Center as they host their annual Senior Prom on Thursday, June 13, 2013, from 6-9:30 p.m.
  • Monday, June 10 2013 10:28 AM EDT2013-06-10 14:28:49 GMT
    From The Salvation Army:The Salvation Army of Lubbock is currently responding in Moore, OK. The Lubbock team is posted with the Canteen (disaster vehicle/ mobile kitchen), in Moore, right outside Plaza
    The Salvation Army is actively monitoring the needs of the communities around Oklahoma City that were impacted by the May tornadoes and will adjust services and service locations to provide the best possible short and long-term care to those affected.
  • Sunday, June 9 2013 9:07 PM EDT2013-06-10 01:07:42 GMT
    Provided by Lubbock Power & Light Power is now available for all customers in the LP&L service territory. LP&L crews have been working rotating sixteen hour shifts in the field, night and day, starting
    Power is now available for all customers in the LP&L service territory. LP&L crews have been working rotating sixteen hour shifts in the field, night and day, starting Wednesday night.