Heated Debate Over Cost-of-Living Raises Kicks Off Lubbock County Budget Season

Lubbock County's 2026 budget discussions opened with friction as commissioners sparred over proposed pay raises for elected officials, signaling a rocky road ahead for budget approval.

Esther Howard

Jul 30, 2025

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Lubbock County's 2026 budget discussions opened with friction as commissioners sparred over proposed pay raises for elected officials, signaling a rocky road ahead for budget approval.

Politics

Jul 30, 2025

Heated Debate Over Cost-of-Living Raises Kicks Off Lubbock County Budget Season

Texas is expanding access to mental health services in West Texas with the groundbreaking of the $121 million Lubbock Psychiatric Center. The state-of-the-art facility is expected to open in 2027, offering modern, secure treatment for patients closer to home.

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Jul 30, 2025

New Lubbock Psychiatric Facility Promises Modern Mental Health Care by 2027

After a spectacular July on the high school recruiting trail, Texas Tech football is gaining attention, outperforming national powerhouses for top talent and indicating a potential new era under head coach Joey McGuire.

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Jul 28, 2025

Red Raiders Surge in National Recruiting Rankings After Dominating July

Lubbock is heading into the new workweek under a dome of dry heat and clear skies, with no rain expected through at least the middle of the week. Forecasters predict that temperatures will steadily rise, with a slight chance of showers returning by Friday.

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Jul 28, 2025

Lubbock Begins Work Week with Dry Heat and Clear Skies

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