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Sunday, September 29th, 2024
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Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 29th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Texas Department of Transportation initiates a $1.7 million maintenance project on Lubbock's bridges, starting Oct. 1, with lane closures expected. KLBK
- ➤ Lubbock County has had 11 lottery winners each win a million dollars or more since the Texas Lottery's inception in November 1992. KKAM
- ➤ A report highlights 16 areas in Lubbock as high-risk for arrests, urging residents to stay cautious or abide by the law. KKAM
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Lubbock police are seeking public assistance in investigating a crash that resulted in the death of motorcyclist Joshua Bustos Jr. and minor injuries to another driver. Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
- ➤ Texas DPS Officer Kevin Ramirez Vasquez, injured in a September crash in Ector County, has died, with his final act being the donation of his organs. Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
- ➤ Two people were injured in a collision on Spur 327 in Lubbock, leading to the closure of westbound lanes between Milwaukee Avenue and Marsha Sharp Freeway. KCBD
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The US House of Representatives passed the 'Stop Campus Hazing Act,' a landmark bill requiring colleges to report hazing incidents, in a move hailed by a mother who lost her son to hazing. KLBK
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Seventeen states, led by Texas, have filed a lawsuit against the Biden Administration to challenge a new rule classifying gender dysphoria as a disability, alleging it contradicts federal disability law. KLBK
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UMC hospital in Lubbock is still facing an IT outage due to a ransomware attack, forcing patient diversions to nearby facilities. Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
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JWC Pickleball Clinic at Burgess-Rushing Tennis Center
Experience the fun and sport of Pickleball through clinics designed for all skill levels, including opportunities to learn from a tournament.
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7th Grade Volleyball Match: LCMS vs. Hutchinson
Experience an exciting volleyball matchup between 7th grade teams from Lubbock-Cooper Middle School and Hutchinson at the main gym.
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Buddy Holly Songwriters Concert
Artists from around the world will perform amazing songs written during the 4th annual weeklong songwriters retreat at Buddy Holly Hall.
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LCMS 7th Grade Volleyball Super Saturday
Experience a thrilling day of 7th grade volleyball games featuring both A and B teams at Lubbock-Cooper Middle School.
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King of the Klipperz Barber Expo - Ultimate Barber Showdown
Experience an exciting day of barber battles, educational seminars, and live performances from popular artists at Lubbock's premier barber expo.
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AIA Lubbock's 51st Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament
Experience a day of golf at the prestigious Rawls Course while supporting scholarships for students in architecture at Texas Tech University.
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Javelinas Women's Volleyball vs Lubbock Christian
Experience an exciting women's volleyball match featuring the Javelinas as they compete against Lubbock Christian at the Rip Griffin Center.
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Culture Fest 2024 at Texas Tech University
Experience a vibrant showcase of diverse cultural expressions through culinary delights, live performances, and arts & crafts activities at Culture Fest 2024.
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2024 NIRSA Region IV Conference: Engage and Network in Collegiate Recreation
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