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Lubbock Places To Host A Dinner Party
Lubbock has some great restaurants but what are the best for big parties?. You know I love a good birthday dinner and you always want your loved ones there. There are some great places to hold them here in Lubbock. We take a look at some restaurants in the Hub...
Rare Insect in Lubbock, TX More Mysterious Than Expected
If you have seen this crazy insect in Lubbock, or even Texas in general, then count yourself lucky since these guys live two completely separate and INCREDIBLE lives. So, they're actually called Antlions after the predatory way in which they catch prey as larvae. The adults seen in the first photo are actually much more pathetic than their childhood counterparts.
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 aren’t sure where to get started, this article is for...
Texas Ain’t the Most Country? See The Surprising Rankings Here!
The site Zippia set out to answer an important question: What state is the most like a Country song?. They used four somewhat stereotypical metrics to determine which states were the most Country: the states with the highest alcohol consumption, the highest percentage of dog ownership, the highest percent of couples that divorced last year, and the lowest population density.
Lubbock-Area Back-To-School Events
Can you believe back to school is almost here for the South Plains?. We take a look at all the fun back-to-school events before the school year starts. A lot of these events are free and give out school supplies. They are listed in date order so you don't miss...
The Things We Love About Lubbock: Wrong Answers Only
After living in Lubbock for several years, there are things you will come to love and things that you will decidedly despise. I personally enjoy living in the Hub City, but just like living anywhere else in the world, it has its downsides. No matter where you live, you will...
West Texas Hidden Gem: Prairie Blossom Marketplace
Nothing is quite as cozy as heading to a local market to shop for produce or handmade goods, and chatting with vendors about what they are selling. West Texas is full of a great variety of markets, especially here in the Lubbock area. We have two main farmers markets in...
What To Know For Texas Tax-Free Weekend 2024
School is just around the corner and so is the Lone Star State's tax-free weekend, so you better put both on your calendar. During the Sales Tax Holiday, Texas shoppers can enjoy exemptions on most clothing, footwear, and school supplies. Specifically, items like backpacks and school supplies sold for less than $100 are eligible for tax exemption. Whether shopping in-store, online, or by phone, you can take advantage of these savings as long as the purchase is completed during the holiday period.
Texas ISN’T the Friendliest State?
You probably haven't made travel plans based on how FRIENDLY the locals are to outsiders in a certain state, but that CAN have an impact on how your trip goes. Newsweek has a ranking of all 50 states, based on how friendly they are to tourists according to a survey of travelers on social media. And if the states in the northeast have a reputation for being rude, THIS won't help.
Lubbock’s Mamaritas Tastes Like Good Times With Great Friends
I hadn't been to Mamarita's Border Cafe (6602 Slide Road) in a few months. There was no particular reason for my absence beyond the fact that I think most of us are treating ourselves less often in an attempt to navigate a tough economy. However, I'm currently using the "excuse"...
Admired Texas High School Volleyball Coach Killed by Stray Bullet
28-year-old Jasper ISD volleyball coach, Ayden Burt, was tragically shot and killed by a stray bullet just after midnight while visiting a rooftop bar in San Antonio with coworkers on Tuesday, July 23rd. The beloved coach was visiting town for the Texas High School Coaches Association Conference and was sitting...
Elizabeth Francis, The Oldest Texan and American Alive
According to the Washington Post, Frances was born in Louisiana in 1909 and was just 11-years-old when her mom died. Francis was separated from her siblings and was send to live with her aunt. As a single mom, she ran a coffee shop at ABC 13 News in Houston for 20 years. She never learned how to drive and instead walked or took the bus everywhere. According to the Washington Post, her family says she has led a simple life.
7 Common Everyday Things the President Can’t Do
Have you ever wondered why Presidents seem so different than us everyday folk? Besides the fact that they are the Leader of the Free World, there are also common things that they are not allowed to do that we may take for granted. As POTUS, you can no longer... #1...
Comedy at the Cactus: Joe Bartnick This Friday!
You’ve seen him on Netflix and over the airwaves on Sirius/XM comedy…now see him LIVE at the Cactus!. Comedy at the Cactus: Joe Bartnick - Live in Lubbock!. Joe Bartnick is a standup comic, actor and writer. All Things Comedy released his comedy special titled “Bartnick – A Killing in Chicago.” The special was featured on Sirius/XM’s RawDog Channel. Joe played Randy the Bouncer in “Old Dads” - a.
Sharp Decline in Illegal Crossings at Texas Border: Where Have All the Migrants Gone?
Federal authorities in charge of Texas' border had some unusual news to report as the month of June came to a close. Officials with U.S. Customs and Border Protection in Texas reported a total of 30,771 migrants apprehended between ports of entry--a sharp decline from 45,139 in May. Not only...
41 Inmates Charged With Murder Remain in Lubbock County Detention Center
Although homicides decreased in Lubbock in 2023, there are still quite a few people booked into the Lubbock County Detention Center on murder or manslaughter charges. Some have been sentenced and are awaiting transportation to prison. Others are stuck in a lengthy legal limbo with the case against them. Murder...
This Texas Town Is One Of The Hardest To Pronounce In America
We all know Texas is big and we all know that there are many different towns and cities across the state of Texas that are difficult to pronounce correctly. For many, one of the signs that you grew up in Texas is if you can say all the towns and yes, counties the right way. Being in the media, you absolutely hear it from people when someone mis-pronounces the name of a city in Texas.
Conn’s HomePlus Files For Bankruptcy, These Texas Locations Will Close
Another big national retailer has hit a rough patch. Conn's HomePlus is a 134-year-old furniture and electronics store has filed for bankruptcy. Conn's currently has 170 locations throughout the United States, but according to a report from CNN, nearly half of its stores will be closing. And more job losses...
Here’s When The First Day of School Is For Lubbock-Area School Districts
It may have been a long, hot summer, but the first day of school is just around the corner and for many South Plains families, it will be here before you know it. That also means you will start seeing more back to school events happening in and around Lubbock.
Check Your Registration: Some Texans Have Been Removed From Voter Rolls
Some Texans have come forward to tell how they have been purged from voter rolls, meaning they must either re-register or resolve an issue before they can vote in November's presidential elections. In the popular r/Texas Reddit message board, Texans are encouraging others to check their registration status now, to...
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