Meliza Aguilera

Meliza Aguilera covers community news, education, local events, and issues affecting families throughout the Lubbock area. She is committed to accurate, thoughtful reporting that helps readers better understand the people and developments influencing their community.
45 Articles
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Lubbock Police Search for Missing and Endangered 14-Year-Old Girl

LUBBOCK, Texas — The Lubbock Police Department is asking for the public’s help finding a 14-year-old girl who has been…

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Sorsby’s court victory over NCAA proved temporary; quarterback will sit out 2026 after leaving Texas Tech

A judge initially cleared Brendan Sorsby to play under strict conditions, but the quarterback later dismissed his lawsuit and was…

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Lubbock County Judge Candidates Clash Over Leadership, Growth and Spending

Curtis Parrish defended the county’s record and planning efforts, while challenger Wesley Houck argued that division and unclear priorities were…

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Facebook restores The806er two days after removing popular Lubbock page

The suspension prompted an intense local debate over the page’s reporting practices, misinformation, platform moderation and free expression Facebook restored…

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Anti-data-center meeting turns confrontational as mayor defends need for business tax revenue

LUBBOCK, Texas — A community meeting opposing large-scale data centers ended tensely after an audience member shouted and used profanity…

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Most speakers at Lubbock data-center meeting call for ban or moratorium

LUBBOCK, Texas — Roughly 500 people attended a special Lubbock City Council meeting on large-scale data centers, with an overwhelming…

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Lubbock County approves $1-a-year Expo Center lease in split vote, but control questions remain

The 3-2 decision advances financing for the north Lubbock venue, although two county officials warned that the agreement provides no…

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Fermi power struggle widens as ousted CEO blames Texas Tech regent Cody Campbell

Company filings confirm that the Texas Tech University System demanded Neugebauer’s removal from executive positions, but they do not establish…

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Judge freezes Joshua Allen-linked business assets as receiver pursues recovery for Ferrum investors

The temporary injunction preserves interests in more than 35 companies, but it does not yet transfer or sell them—and it…

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Judge freezes Joshua Allen-linked assets after Ferrum receiver seeks protection for victims

A court-appointed receiver argued that Allen could transfer valuable business interests after a separate Lubbock receivership ended. A Bexar County…