Daily editionSaturday, August 17th, 2024
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of August.
Community
Lubbock, Texas, introduces public to final candidates for Fire Rescue chief position, highlighting the culmination of a nationwide search and their visions for the department's growth.
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Pavement repairs on 82nd Street in Lubbock will disrupt traffic for about a week, urging motorists to seek alternate routes or allow extra time.
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ABC Pro Rodeo supports local youth by donating $25,000 to the Boys and Girls Club of Lubbock, continuing an 81-year tradition of community assistance.
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Lubbock hosts a variety of events including a large bridal expo, crystal shop grand opening, and the debut of Chicken Salad Chick, catering to brides, food enthusiasts, and whimsy aficionados.
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Eastbound Loop 289 frontage road bridge repairs in Lubbock are finished, with work shifting to the westbound side, affecting traffic patterns and closures.
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The Lubbock Animal Shelter is holding a free adoption event on August 24 to find homes for pets, with all animals spayed or neutered, microchipped, and treated for parasites.
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Despite a fire damaging its office, Lubbock's Texas Parks & Wildlife is issuing hunting and fishing licenses for the season, accepting only cash or check.
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Accidents
Multiple crashes on West Loop 289 in Lubbock caused road closures Friday evening.
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