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An Army Tank Fell Off A Truck In Texas – Really
Somebody, I would hope it's the army, is short a tank after this one fell off a truck on I - 10 in Texas. A tank being transported to or from ... I'm not sure which, the news report didn't give that info ... Camp Bullis, near San Antonio, didn't make it to its destination. At least, not on the first try anyway.
Watch Violent Texas Road Rage Duo Targets Single Victim
You Won’t Believe What This Texas Road Rage Duo Did to a Lone Driver. Of course, as usual, we have no context for what led up to this encounter. The video at the bottom of this article opens with the camera person taking video out of the window of a vehicle as she slowly drives down a busy Texas road.
Mysterious Prehistoric Predator Resurfaces Near Texas Beach, Raging Debate Ensues
Beachgoers in Texas were certainly less than thrilled to see this unexpected sighting of a feared prehistoric apex predator bobbing up and down among the waves. An alligator (or crocodile?) was spotted in the water, just yards from the shore of Galveston beach. And of course, in true 2024 fashion, everyone's first response is to take to social media.
In the Texas Panhandle, nurses make home visits to new moms in need
Brianna Tilson shuffled through the duffel bag in her trunk, taking a mental inventory of what she needed for her next appointment. She paused, then the nurse tossed in a big pack of diapers before slinging the heavy bag over her shoulder and going up the stairs to Sedraya Kemp’s apartment. Kemp, 21, was frustrated. Her 21-month-old old son was finally napping after a rough night with an ear infection. Without a car, Kemp had to wait...
‘This is what women really want,’ woman says after boyfriend brings her bouquet of kittens – with 6 cats among flowers
A CAT lover has revealed the adorable moment she was gifted with a bunch of kittens, arranged in a bouquet of flowers. Pearl Frazier, 27, was left speechless when her other half, Justin Downing, 39, turned up at her home in Texas. Not only did he bring a thoughtful gift of flowers, but Justin managed […]
Dance the Night Away at This Lubbock Summer Dance Party
Summer is still going strong in Lubbock and there are so many fun events to enjoy before fall arrives. If you love to dance, then you have likely already gone to, or been interested in going to some local dance classes. There are a variety of options in Lubbock for partner dancing, including LHUCA’s Ballroom Dance lesson series, and Social Dance Lubbock who teach at the Lubbock Garden and Arts Center.
TTU Financial Aid working through FASFA changes
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Millions of college students across the country are still dealing with issues surrounding federal financial aid. This Tuesday, the Department of Education announced colleges cannot submit corrections to students’ financial aid records in bulk this school year. This announcement is forcing many financial aid offices to work extra hard to meet the requirements...
As city heads into budget discussions, Godeke Library’s future could be debated
As the city heads into budget discussions, a social media posts claims Godeke Library could close in October – two months from now – if the city does not renew a lease on the building at 5034 Frankford Avenue. Councilman Tim Collins confirmed for LubbockLights.com that the lease...
Shaq's Big Chicken confirms opening date for new Lubbock restaurant location, giveaways
Shaquille O’Neal-owned fast-food chain Big Chicken has announced an opening date of Monday, Aug. 5 for its new restaurant in southwest Lubbock. The chain, which has been touted as one of “America’s Hottest Startup Fast Casuals” and named this year’s “Top Mover and Shaker” by Fast Causal, had confirmed last month it planned to open its location at 7411 Milwaukee Ave. in the coming weeks following some delays in the development phase, the A-J previously reported. ...
Grassroots effort begins to preserve Sky-Vue Drive-In
LAMESA, Texas — The Sky-Vue drive-in theater in Lamesa permanently closed back in 2015 after a devastating fire. Everything regarding the theater has since been moved off the property. However, one local group is beginning to make the effort to preserve the theater and relocate it somewhere new. "The...
Texas Tech senior running back Tahj Brooks discusses 2024 goals
Late in 2023, it looked to all involved as if Texas Tech star running back, Tahj Brooks, would head to the NFL. After all, his 1,500-yard season last fall turned quite a few heads. However, the Manor, Texas native decided to come back to school and play out the extra...
10-year-old Lubbock gymnast Paycen Thero becomes national champion
Paycen Thero hopes to go to the Olympics someday. But for now, the 10-year-old Lubbock gymnast will revel in her national championship title. Last month, Paycen won first place in the floor tumbling event for level 6 nine- and 10-year-old girls during USA Gymnastics' 2024 Stars and Stripes National Championship meet in Fort Worth. She scored a 36.530 to snag the gold. To qualify, she swept state and regional competition — and every other meet she's attended...
West Texas athletes shine on first day of track & field in Paris Olympics
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - On the first full day of track & field competition at the 2024 Paris Olympics, athletes from Texas Tech, South Plains College and Angelo State have already punched their tickets to the next round. Friday morning at Stade de France, Nigerian sprinter Rosemary Chukwuma, who recently...
Someone In Teague, Texas Just Won Themselves $5 Million
Everyone in the state of Texas plays the lottery once in a while right?. After all, paying a small amount of money for the chance to take home a major increase in funds is always wanted by something. The growth in money could even be small. For example, turning $10 into $100 would be great for anyone right?
WATCH: Crowd Goes Wild For Kamala Harris Accidentally Calling Herself the President
Vice President Kamala Harris accidentally referred to herself as the president during a memorial service for the late Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee (D-TX). The likely Democratic nominee delivered the eulogy at a Houston area church for Lee, who died last month at the age of 74. During her speech, Harris praised the former lawmaker for being a “champion of women’s rights” and writing the bill that made Juneteenth a national holiday.
Texas’ Wildest Police Chases….No More: Change in Pursuit Policy Sweeps Lone Star State
Whatcha gonna do? Whatcha gonna do when the police come for you?. When it comes to a police chase, will Texas law enforcement give pursuit or call it off? It depends. In Texas, rules are set in place regarding vehicular pursuit from law enforcement. These are also known as no chase laws and, according to an International Association of Chiefs of Police Texas policy from 2015, is packed with information that the public may not even know about.
The Fishy Mystery on Texas Gulf Coast: Why Tens of Thousands of Fish Washed Ashore
This weekend, visitors to the Texas Gulf Coast were met with a startling sight: tens of thousands of dead fish scattered across the beaches. The massive die-off has left both locals and tourists puzzled and concerned. Hypoxia. Wildlife officials have quickly stepped in to investigate the phenomenon. According to their...