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Texas womanâs lawsuit after being jailed on murder charge over abortion can proceed, judge rules
A Texas woman who was jailed and charged with murder after self-managing an abortion in 2022 can move forward with her lawsuit against the local sheriff and prosecutors over the case that drew national outrage before the charges were quickly dropped, a federal judge ruled Wednesday.
Pantex raises over $100,000 for wildfire relief in Texas Panhandle
AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) â Fundraising efforts at Pantex have resulted in $101,036 being raised following the largest wildfires in Texas history in the Panhandle earlier this year. The funds were raised through employee contributions and local fundraising efforts. Bechtel-led Consolidated Nuclear Security, LLC, the management and operating contractor of...
Good News: Football team assisting youth group in service projects
HAPPY, Texas (KFDA) - The youth at the Church of Christ in Happy have been helping the community for a long while. âIn 1996 we started helping our widows with their lawns,â said Rick Bloodworth, youth mentor in Happy. âWhat it did was it made them see the need that other people have, and it filled a genuine need. It also closed our age gap between the teens and our senior citizens. Cause theyâd bring them cookies and everything else for mowing their lawns.â
Amarillo EDC, Elevate Amarillo host emerging professionals for internship program
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - The Amarillo Economic Development Corporation and Elevate Amarillo partnered together to inform emerging professionals of what itâs like to live and work in Amarillo. The Uncover Amarillo internship program is meant to help young professionals become job ready by developing workforce skills and forming network...
City of Amarilloâs Summer Maintenance Project set to begin in NE Amarillo
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - The City of Amarilloâs Summer Maintenance Project is set to begin soon after the city was awarded a contract earlier this week. The project will include 42 miles of road repairs, with 31 miles being in residential neighborhoods. âThe project will be completed in phases...
Heavy Rains Flood Houston and Southeast Texas, Forcing Road Closures and Water Rescues
As relentless rains hammer Southeast Texas, Houston and surrounding areas are buckling under floodwaters. Unrelenting precipitation has compromised the transit harmony of the greater Houston area, and commuters are advised to brace for further inconveniences. According to the Houston Chronicle, with several roads at risk of flooding, Friday travelers should expect significant delays.
Floyd County Feels One of Many Earthquakes Today
FLOYDADA, TXâResidents of Floyd County could feel a slight rumbling this morning following a 5.0 earthquake near Snyder, TX. According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the epicenter was 8 miles NNE of Hermleigh and 2 miles below the surface. The area has been a hotbed of tremors over...
Lubbock Last-Minute Plans: Summer Market, Movie Premiers, & More
Another weekend is here in Lubbock. With decent weather and friends to spend time with, there is no reason to not get out of the house and enjoy some time with the people you love hanging out with. If you arenât sure where to get started, this article is for...
Students can enter to win an âUltimate Backpackâ from New Mexico Oil and Gas Association
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) â The New Mexico Oil and Gas Association (NMOGA) is hosting its Ultimate Backpack Giveaway. Five students will get a free ultimate backpack that includes an iPad, Air Pods, school supplies and a pizza party with classmates. Any K-12 public school student is eligible to enter for a chance to win an ultimate backpack. [âŠ]
El Paso has a unique water recycling system. Other Texas cities might be able to learn from their example.
Texas is getting hotter and drier in the coming decades, and more of the state could come to be described as arid like far West Texas. El Paso gets just nine inches of annual rainfall, compared with the statewide average of 27 inches. So how does the city manage its water supply and usage, and what could the rest of us learn from their system?
Texas Tech Red Raiders Shine at 2024 Paris Olympics: Golf, Soccer, and Track & Field Events
16 current and former Texas Tech Red Raiders are participating in the 2024 Paris Olympics, showcasing the university's strong representation across various sports. 16 current or former Red Raiders are competing in the 2024 Paris Olympics. 3 Texas Tech representatives are vying for medals in golf. 2 Red Raiders are...
Goliad FFA member named state vice president
The Texas FFA Association has announced that Goliad FFA member, Kasadi Neel, has been selected to join an elite team of 12 to lead the state for the 2024-25 academic school year as a state vice president. She will represent area X. Neel and the other area representatives, who graduated...
Lubbock Police Find Something Wacky Inside Stolen Vehicle
The Lubbock Police Department has likely seen it all, violence, stupidity, very drunk people, you name it. Actually, they hadn't quite seen it all until recently, when Lubbock police officers seized the contents inside a stolen vehicle and found dozens of Little Debbie snack treats. It was mostly Red, White...
The Lubbock Artisan Collective is having their Summer Market on Friday and Saturday, July 26 and 27 at the YWCA
LUBBOCK, Texasâ The Lubbock Artisan Collective is a collective curating artisan group to promote small businesses & artists in Lubbock. They are hosting their Summer Market on Friday and Saturday, July 26 and 27 at the YWCA at 6501 University Avenue. This will be a unique shopping experience, with several local vendors, giveaways, and more. The first 100 shoppers get a free tote bag. Find out more, Facebook: The Lubbock Artisan Collective or on their website, thelubbockartisancollective.com or Instagram: Lubbock_artisan_collective.
1 person dead after a moped crash in central Lubbock early Thursday morning, says police
A moped crash in central Lubbock on Thursday morning left one person dead, according to the Lubbock Police Department. Officers were called to the 500 block of Avenue Q at 5:35 a.m. on July 25 for a report of a collision with injuries where, upon arrival, officers found Rodger Yarborough, 65. According to LPD's...
Patrick Mahomes mom, Randi Mahomes and her childhood bestie are having a book signing in Lubbock for their new childrenâs book
LUBBOCK, TexasâRandi Mahomes and her childhood bestie, Teresa Jane are coming to Lubbock for their first book signing event for their childrenâs book, Play Together. The message is clear from these two moms, be kind to one another. Be watching for more details coming for this event in August. You can purchase their book on Amazon.
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