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Lubbock’s beloved Ralph’s Records is amped up for Record Store Day
LUBBOCK, Texas – As Record Store Day approaches on April 20, excitement grows for independently-owned record stores across the nation. Ralph’s Records, Lubbock’s only record store, looks forward to hosting a day filled with festivities. After 44 years of serving Lubbock, Ralph’s owner, Doug Stapp, remains enthusiastic...
Noon Notebook: 11th Cinco de Mayo Parade of Lubbock
LUBBOCK, Texas (NEWS RELEASE) - Just A QUICK REMINDER to join us for the 11th Annual Cinco de Mayo parade to be held Saturday, May 4, 2024, again down historic Broadway!. The 2024 theme will be, “!Celebrating Our Roots, Celebrando nuestras raíces!,” showcase the contributions and all things unique to West Texas!
South Plains Weather Whiplash
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - A significant change in South Plains weather will take place over the next four days. Afternoon temperatures will tumble 40 or more degrees, taking us from an elevated wildfire danger to widespread rain. First, today. A high (and mostly thin) overcast will move southeast with generally...
Covenant Health, LifeGift host flag raising for Donate Life Month
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - In honor of Donate Life Month, Covenant Health and LifeGift hosted a flag raising ceremony. The ceremony began at 1 p.m. on Thursday at the Covenant Medical Center Hope Tower. “To honor those who have generously donated their organs to save the lives of others, we...
Lubbock South Plains Lions Club Rose Sale now underway
LUBBOCK, Texas (News Release) -The Lubbock South Plains Lions Club is selling one dozen long stem Red Roses in a vase for $30.00 per dozen delivered. Roses will be delivered on April 18-20 with delivery limited to the Lubbock city limits. The Lubbock South Plains Lions Club is celebrating 73...
Lubbock family finds life-saving liver donor match for 8-month-old baby
When Savannah York found out that her sister, Carolina Cognasi, was the perfect donor match for her 8-month-old baby boy, she couldn’t help but feel immense relief. After weeks of tests, bouts of sickness and searching for a donor, she could feel some ease about her son who was diagnosed with a rare liver disease just days after his birth.
First Voice in Crisis: Lubbock Police Department celebrating telecommunicators
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The Lubbock Police Department is honoring the first voice people hear in a time of crisis, celebrating National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. The department is sending a reminder there is always someone in its Emergency Communications Center (ECC), ready to take a call. Manager Roger Ochoa says while people may not think about what they do, these first responders’ work is vital to the entire department.
Lubbock software company explains Russian South Pains cyberattack
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - On Wednesday, we told you about a cyberattack against water infrastructure in Muleshoe. Today, KCBD NewsChannel 11′s Sydney Lowther spoke to a Lubbock software company about how to protect our critical infrastructure from foreign attacks. SitePro, a firm that handles control systems for water infrastructure,...
Hobbs Police hosts National Drug Take-Back Day
The Hobbs Police Department announced it would host National Drug Take Back Day on April 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Walmart and Walgreens Turner locations. This event is an opportunity to dispose of unused and unwanted medications safely.
West Texas Salute to Veterans canceled due to weather
LUBBOCK, Texas (NEWS RELEASE) - Due to forecasted inclement weather, the 8th Annual West Texas Salute to Veterans event this Saturday, April 20, 2024, at the Silent Wings Museum is canceled. This event will be rescheduled, and a new date will be announced as soon as it is determined. Copyright...
Lubbock ISD to host National Therapy Animal Day celebration
LUBBOCK, Texas— Lubbock ISD will hold its third annual National Therapy Animal Day Celebration on Saturday morning to raise awareness of therapy animal programs. This event is from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Saturday at Overton Elementary School. The event is said to take place in the courtyard but will be moved to the gym in the event of extreme weather.
School of Law receives funding for Veterans Legal Clinic
Following a $1.6 million donation by the William A. Brookshire Foundation, the Texas Tech School of Law will establish its Veterans Legal Clinic, which will specialize in assisting former members of the military. Clinics are programs within the School of Law that give students the opportunity to assist clients in...
HEARD hosting ‘Gather and Grow: Substance Use Conversations for Parents and Youth’
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The Helping Every Adolescent Reach Dreams Coalition is hosting a discussing on substance use Thursday evening. The Gather and Grow: Substance Use Conversations for Parents and Youth event will be at the YWCA at 6501 University Avenue. The event will begin at 6:30 p.m. The event...
National Crawfish Day in Lubbock: The hype around the crustacean
LUBBOCK, Texas — From backyard boils to festivals, the spring season signals everyone’s favorite time to indulge in crawfish, or crawdad. Lubbock seafood enthusiasts explained just why the mudbugs are so popular. Crawfish grow best in warmer temperatures and lots of rain, making it an optimal time to...
Red Raiders Drop Second Consecutive One-Run Heartbreaker at No. 2 Arkansas
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (NEWS RELEASE) – Despite a two-RBI double from Kevin Bazzell and a solo home run from Cade McGee, Texas Tech Baseball fell 5-4 Wednesday afternoon to No. 2 Arkansas at Baum-Walker Stadium. With the loss, Texas Tech (26-13) fell for the fourth straight game. Up 3-2 after...
Bristow transfers to Texas Tech
LUBBOCK, Texas (KAUZ) - Jalynn Bristow announced that she was transferring to Texas Tech on Wednesday morning. Bristow, a former Rider Lady Raider and Holliday Lady Eagle, played her freshman year with Iowa State. Bristow entered the transfer portal on March 28. She averaged 5.1 points per game for the...
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