Meliza Aguilera
James Barbee’s self-funded congressional campaign centered on tax and health-care reform
James Bob Barbee entered the 2026 race for Texas’ 19th Congressional District with an unusual campaign promise: He would not…
Tom Sell carries Farm Bill experience into race for Texas’ 19th District
Tom Sell is making his previous work on federal agricultural policy the centerpiece of his campaign to represent Texas’ 19th…
Kevin Pounds made first responders, roads and county facilities central to winning Precinct 2 campaign
The retired Lubbock firefighter said his experience managing emergencies and working with public boards prepared him to address southeast Lubbock…
Chad Seay sought return to Precinct 4 seat with focus on public safety
The former Lubbock County commissioner argued that law enforcement and fire protection required reliable funding, even as county leaders worked…
C.J. Peterson’s Precinct 4 Campaign Marked a Bid to Return to Public Service
The former Lubbock County constable built his campaign around public safety, infrastructure and a candid account of the personal and…
Texas Primary 2026 Guide: 15 Candidate Profiles and 30 Q&As for Lubbock-Area Races
Ahead of the March 3, 2026, Texas primary, Lubbock-area voters faced decisions in races affecting Congress, county government, local courts…
Ferrum Founders Allen and Cox Remain Set for August Trial; Willy Pleads Guilty
An April trial was postponed until August 10, but the judge later rejected another delay sought by Joshua Allen. Brooklynn…
Curtis Parrish Cited Court Reforms and Major Projects in Campaign for Third Term
The Lubbock County judge emphasized his legal experience, infrastructure investments and public-safety priorities while acknowledging unfinished work and divisions on…
Blowing Grass Clippings or Leaves Into Lubbock Streets Is Illegal—Yet It Remains Common
LUBBOCK, Texas — Blowing grass clippings or fallen leaves into the street may appear to be a harmless way to…
How Texas Tech’s Carol of Lights Drone Spectacle Came Together—and Nearly Got Grounded
LUBBOCK, Texas — Hundreds of illuminated drones transformed the night sky above Texas Tech University into a moving display of…