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Sunday, August 18th, 2024
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Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Over 200 attendees, including 50 former players, honored the legacy of Bobby Davis, Frenship's most winningest football coach, at his funeral service. Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
- ➤ A new pilot program between NCMEC and TikTok will introduce AMBER Alerts in the app in Texas to increase public awareness and aid in missing children cases. KLBK
- ➤ The Lubbock Public Library has announced a diverse lineup of events for the week of August 19-24, 2024, including storytimes, gardening tips, and a book sale. KLBK
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Three Lubbock residents died in a crash when their SUV struck a tractor-trailer that had a blowout and was partially on the road in Martin County. Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
- ➤ Volunteer fire departments successfully neutralized a runaway research balloon filled with helium, nitrogen, and lithium batteries, preventing a potential fire hazard at the New Mexico border. KCBD
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Texas Tech's first president, Paul Whitfield Horn, was honored with a Texas historical marker at the Lubbock Cemetery, recognizing his pivotal role in the university's establishment and legacy. The Daily Toreader
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Lubbock locals on Reddit share their top choices for the best spots to enjoy a perfectly balanced margarita. KKAM
SHOP NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR Time’s almost up. Amazon’s Prime Day sale wraps up today, July 11, at midnight. These are the deepest discounts we’re adding to our cart before they’re gone tomorrow: $60 off the AncestryDNA Test Kit, 50% off this Wi-Fi range extender, and $150 off the Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth Headphones. The Buy
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Wynonna Judd Concert
Experience a live concert featuring the renowned country artist Wynonna Judd at the Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences.
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High School Volleyball Match: Plainview vs. Lubbock-Cooper
Experience an exciting evening of high school volleyball as the Plainview team faces off against Lubbock-Cooper in a series of matches.
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The Lion King Jr. Performance
Experience the magic of Disney’s The Lion King, Jr. under the stars at the Moonlight Musicals Amphitheatre, featuring enchanting music and talented local performers.
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Ty Myers Live at Blue Light
Experience an evening of live music with Ty Myers and Tyce Delk at The Blue Light on September 13th.
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High-Scoring Showdown: Texas Tech Red Raiders vs. North Texas Mean Green
Experience an electrifying college football matchup as the Texas Tech Red Raiders take on the North Texas Mean Green in a battle of high-scoring offenses.
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Dallas Cowboys vs New Orleans Saints Viewing Party
Experience live sports action with great food and drinks at Texas Cafe & Bar, a staple in Lubbock since 1980.
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