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Tuesday, October 1st, 2024
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Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Road construction in North Overton will cause traffic delays for three weeks as crews replace pavement on specified streets. KCBD
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Lubbock Fire Rescue is addressing a vehicle fire and gas leak after a vehicle hit a gas meter near 82nd Street and Frankford Ave., with locals advised to avoid the area. FOX34
- ➤ In Lubbock, Texas, fire crews are actively fighting a fire caused by a concrete truck hitting a gas meter on 77th Street. KLBK
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Ceramist James Watkins, known for incorporating Lubbock's dust into his art, has been inducted into the West Texas Walk of Fame, celebrating his 35-year teaching career and contribution to the local art scene. FOX34
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Texas Tech introduces TeamDynamix to enhance the student, faculty, and staff experience in addressing billing and financial questions more efficiently. The Daily Toreader
- ➤ Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center suspends operations due to IT issues, but this will not impact Tech campus activities, with updates to follow. The Daily Toreader
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Covenant Children's and United Supermarkets launched their annual 'Champions for Children' campaign in Lubbock, Texas, to fundraise for the emergency department, running until October 16. FOX34
- ➤ Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock, Texas, provided guidance on receiving appropriate care following a ransomware attack that diverted ambulance traffic from University Medical Center to their facilities. KLBK
- ➤ Two major Lubbock healthcare providers are facing IT disruptions, with UMC undergoing a ransomware attack impacting emergency services and TTUHSC experiencing IT problems affecting clinical operations and classes. Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
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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
Experience a unique opportunity to connect with collegiate recreation students, professionals, and vendors while enhancing your professional development.
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Teddy Swims Live in Lubbock
Experience an electrifying live performance by Teddy Swims at the Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences.
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Texas Tech Red Raiders Women's Volleyball vs. TCU Lady Horned Frogs
Experience an exciting collegiate volleyball match as the Texas Tech Red Raiders take on the TCU Lady Horned Frogs at the United Supermarkets Arena.
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