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Category: Spotlight
Buffalo Springs Lake hosts annual balloon round-up
Up, Up, & Away…
Silent Wings Museum preserves memory of key role in World War II
Glider planes had an important role in the success of the Normandy Beach Invasion that ended World War II. The Silent Wings Museum is dedicated to preserving the memory, as well as the history, of […]
Researchers work toward preserving natural history at Lubbock Lake Landmark
Lubbock Lake Landmark not only preserves the natural heritage of the land but also provides leadership through stewardship by volunteering, research, and education. Scott Trevey, historic maintenance supervisor at Lubbock Lake Landmark, works on preserving […]
Prairie Dog Town offers refuge, tourist attraction
The prairie dog has been around for thousands of years, although little has been recorded of its lifestyle until recent history. Most Americans have heard of the little animal but have never seen one or […]
Families celebrate tradition, community at Lubbock Pancake Festival
A mascot walks around taking pictures with children and families. A giant blue “Lions” banner hangs over the entire venue. Hundreds of balls of cotton candy bagged and ready to be distributed. But the pancakes […]
Ranching Heritage Center houses 200 years of Americana
The idea of the National Ranching Heritage Center in Lubbock started with a trip to Norway and a group who were prepared to make it happen. With more than 30 buildings, the National Ranching Heritage […]
New yoga technique incorporates cute distractions
Goat yoga is a new trend that will have you “kiding” around during class. Goat yoga is like a typical yoga class session, only with miniature or baby (kid) goats. This is called caprine vinyasa, […]
Dia de los Muertos celebration of life after death
Creating an altar for deceased ancestors in order to keep their memory alive, families celebrate the long practiced rituals of Dia de los Muertos. Dia de los Muertos was celebrated in the exhibit hall of […]
Haunting tales plague Woodrow house
The Woodrow Manor has a short, tragic history that, some believe, makes it worthy to stand among other haunted houses. Woodrow Manor is located just south of Lubbock, between a few fields, with very few […]
Food trucks offer variety, unique aesthetics
Barbecue. Street tacos. Sweet treats. Among other options, food trucks offer a variety of choices that encourage individuals to try new foods that cannot be found anywhere else. Food trucks are growing in popularity across […]
Lubbock coffee shops provide study atmosphere for students
by GENEVA NATAL Coffee shops mean more to people than just the coffee. It’s about a place to hang out, relax or study, and enjoy a warm beverage. Fall is finally here, and along with […]
Fire Academy offers education, hands-on training.
From teaching the basics of saving lives to putting out fires, the South Plains College Fire Academy provides everything needed to become a certified firefighter. The SPC Fire Academy program started after Lubbock Fire and […]
Palo Duro Canyon offers fun activies, beautiful sights
Palo Duro Canyon offers a variety of sights, history, geology, and exciting family-friendly activities. The state park is located in the panhandle of Texas around, 20 miles from Canyon, Texas. It is 120 miles long, […]
Colorful mosaics visually represent Hockley County
Speckled around the quiet streets of Levelland are various works of art that collectively come together to paint a visual history of Hockley County and the people who worked to make it what it is […]
Carlsbad Caverns educates with impressive scenery
ALL PHOTOS BY Autumn Bippert CARLSBAD, N.M.– The air is humid, and the underground trail is dimly lit. The atmosphere may be gloomy and damp, but it is full of opportunities to learn and witness amazing […]
Native History: Navajo tribe continues traditions, culture for future generations
GALLUP, N.M. – Traditions and culture run deep through the veins of the Navajo tribe. The Navajo tribe can be traced back through thousands of years, with traditions and beliefs passed down from generation to […]
