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Another Lubbock-Area Business Closes Its Doors
It's been a rough year for small business owners. Actually, it's been a rough few years for small business owners in Lubbock and throughout the United States. Rising inflation, wages, lack of employees, and shopping online have all contributed to an atmosphere that isn't always positive for small businesses. The...
Four Day A Week School Schedules? It’s Happening In Texas.
We're only about a week away from most schools getting underway in Amarillo and across the state. Some schools will be experiencing something very new this year, and it seems more schools across Texas are moving to something like this. As many of us adults have talked about more businesses...
Amarillo Man Arrested On Underage Sex Crime Charges
As we all know, Amarillo has one of the highest crime rates in Texas. Sure, a lot of it is property crime, and some of it is truly violent crime. I feel like we've been dealing with some other types of crime lately though that should just never happen, and is a complete detriment to the city.
Look At These Faces – They Are The Reason To Support Children’s Miracle Network
The reason to support Children's Miracle Network is easy... East Texas children will be directly impacted by your generous support of the Mix With Kids Children's Miracle Network Radiothon on Mix 93-1. Thursday and Friday, August 8th and 9th Mix 93-1 will continue playing the hits, but we'll also be...
This Breaking Bad Store in New Mexico is a Must-Visit for Every Fan!
Alright so if you are a fan of the TV show Breaking Bad then your next vacation needs to take you to Albuquerque, NM for the ultimate Breaking Bad experience!. If you’re a fan of the show then you may already know what I’m about to share, but if you’re a NEW fan of the show then you may not know that Albuquerque has one of the coolest Breaking Bad stores AND a FREE museum!
Addicted To Your Smartphone: Texas Tops List for Phone Obsession
Smartphones are a part of our lives. It is an extension of the person. We live in a world where we carry a powerful computer in our hands that keeps us connected to everyone. It's no wonder that people are addicted to their smartphones. For example, remember the last time...
Rapper Metro Boomin is Changing Lives with $20K Grants for Single Moms
I’ve said it once and I’ll say it again. Being a single mom is a super power! Maybe it’s my biased opinion because I’m a single mom, but I’ve known so many single mom’s who prove that statement to be true!. Well, Grammy-nominated rap...
West Plains High Faces Early Back-to-School Traffic Nightmare
Just when you thought the construction couldn't get any worse, it does. The Texas Department of Transportation announced they were changing the traffic flow to test it around West Plains High School a week before school starts. The change to the traffic flow of Loop 335 and Arden Road started...
River Hardy – CMN Miracle Child 2024
Take a look around East Texas and you will see miracle children all around. Yes, some are obvious while others are not so obvious. Miracle children may begin their life sooner than others and some may face some difficult challenges immediately and they may outgrow those challenges, while some may have to live with them for life.
Support East Texas Children And The Children’s Miracle Network Today
Support East Texas children and pediatric services through the Children's Miracle Network right here in East Texas. Mix 93-1 and CHRISTUS Mother Frances Hospital are on a mission to bring premier healthcare to the children of East Texas through medical equipment, special services, camps and so much more. YOU can...
2 Famous Faces Will Be In Studio Friday, August 9
We try to do as many interviews with fun and famous people as possible. Sometimes we get lucky and the celebrity will get up early and actually come INTO THE STUDIO. This is a fairly rare occurrence, maybe twice a month someone legitimately famous will come to visit the KLAQ studios. But, this Friday not one but TWO recognizable faces will be in the studio.
Hannah Harlow – CMN Miracle Child 2023
East Texas is full of miracle children. Miracle children who have overcome some great odds early in life. Miracle children who continue to deal with situations that life has dealt them with a positive attitude. Miracle children who discover later in life that they have a health issue that they will need to seek medical help for and in some cases live with for the rest of their life.
Texas Is Home to One of the Best Ice Cream Shops in America
Texans love to eat, whether that is a big old steak, some delicious barbecue, or a sweet treat. And when it comes to sweet treats, we have plenty to choose from in the Lone Star State. One of the most popular desserts or treats in Texas is ice cream, it doesn’t matter whether we’re in the middle of summer or not. There is always room for some ice cream especially when you can visit one of the best ice cream shops in America located here in Texas.
Texans Paying a Lot for These Popular Back-to-School Items
I’ll be the first to admit that I don’t know how parents in Texas make it happen, while I am not a parent, I’m just in awe how parents seem to be able to juggle everything. Right now, we know that most families are getting ready to go back to school, this is paired with the fact that inflation is hitting most Texas families pretty hard yet they still need to buy the items necessary for the students to have what they need to go back to school.
World Record Largemouth Bass Caught In Texas
Lea Anne Powell has made history in Texas by breaking the world record for the biggest largemouth bass ever caught in her line class. After months of anticipation, the International Game Fish Association (IGFA) confirmed her record, making O.H. Ivie Lake, the reservoir in Texas, America's Best Bass Lake for the first time ever.
Released on Bond, Texas Man Stabs Girlfriend Hours Later at Winstar Casino
An Amarillo man was the target of an Oklahoma county's manhunt after authorities say he fled the scene of a brutal assault in Love County. On July 31, a 911 call reported a stabbing had taken place at the Winstar Casino Hotel. The caller reported that an intoxicated male had stabbed a female several times and fled.
Community Comes Together To Support First Responders In Lubbock County
As temperatures rise, the 2024 Support Our First Responders Campaign by the Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) in Lubbock County seeks bottled water donations or monetary contributions to aid first responder agencies. Corporate sponsors are called to donate pallets or funds to purchase essential resources. Here's the press release from...
Texas Sues Biden Over Teen Contraception
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing the Biden administration over a federal program that provides teens (among others) with free birth control without parental consent. The program is called Title X. It’s a Nixon-era program that provides confidential contraception to anyone, regardless of age, income or citizenship. Paxton says Title X defies a 2020 ruling involving a Texas father sued because he said Title X “violated his parental rights”. The 5th Circuit judge in that case ruled in favor of the father.
Free Haircuts For Lubbock Students This Sunday
Back-to-school is right around the corner and one Lubbock salon is stepping up to make sure all kids in the area feel good for their first day. This Sunday, August 11th, 2024 the Rendezvous Hair Studio is giving away free back-to-school haircuts for ages Pre-K through high school. South Plains:...
Sip Craft Beer Next to Lions and Tigers at This Texas Zoo Event!
Calling all craft beer enthusiasts! The El Paso Zoo and Botanical Gardens is bringing back their Brew at the Zoo event for adults to enjoy the sights and sounds of the El Paso Zoo at night!. Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 14, because from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.,...
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