Lubbock Data Center Opponents Say Petition Has Reached Signature Goal
LUBBOCK, Texas — A citizens group seeking a temporary halt to new data center projects in Lubbock says it has collected enough petition signatures to advance its proposal, although the signatures must still be verified by city officials. Citizens of Lubbock Against Data Centers announced Monday that more than 2,400 people had signed its petition. Organizers previously identified 2,410 valid…
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 classified as missing and endangered. According to an alert issued by Lubbock police, Jzae Madrid was last seen at approximately 6 a.m. Monday, July 27, in the 8600 block of 10th Place in west Lubbock. Police provided the following description:…
Two Men Face $2.7 Million Bonds Each in Lubbock-Area Card-Skimming Case
LUBBOCK, Texas — Two men accused of installing card-skimming devices at stores across West Texas face bonds totaling at least…
Suspect Arrested After Fatal Assault at Central Lubbock Motel
LUBBOCK, Texas — A man has been arrested on a murder charge following the death of a 60-year-old who was…
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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Growing data-center interest prompts Lubbock mayor to seek public input before setting rules
Nearly 500 people ultimately attended the city’s large-scale forum, where most speakers opposed the projects and officials presented possible restrictions on water, noise, zoning and power generation. Mayor Mark McBrayer called for a large public meeting after learning that several high-power developments were considering the Lubbock area, arguing that the…
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 his claim that Campbell personally directed the decision. A fight for control of Fermi America has drawn Texas Tech University System Board of Regents Chairman Cody Campbell into an increasingly…
Lubbock County game rooms fall from 45 to 23 as tougher rules reshape industry
Permit revocations, failed renewals and voluntary closures have reduced the number of operating locations, although a pending lawsuit has temporarily blocked parts of the county’s amended ordinance. The number of permitted game rooms operating in Lubbock County has fallen by nearly half since last summer as stricter regulations, permit actions…
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 does not guarantee restitution. A San Antonio judge has temporarily barred Joshua Allen and two Allen-linked entities from selling, transferring or otherwise disposing of interests in dozens of businesses, preserving…
Expo Center clears lease vote, but financing and bond approvals still stand between plans and construction
Lubbock County’s proposed $67 million venue has advanced, but organizers must secure private financing, complete operational agreements and obtain state approval before the county issues approximately $32 million in bonds. LUBBOCK, Texas — The long-planned Lubbock County Expo Center is moving forward, although several financial and legal requirements must be…
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 judge later granted a temporary injunction. SAN ANTONIO — A judge has temporarily prohibited Lubbock businessman Joshua Allen and two companies associated with him from selling, transferring or otherwise disposing…
Lubbock data-center forum puts water, power and accountability at center of AI debate
Industry and civic leaders argued that data centers are important to America’s technological competitiveness, while residents questioned their effects on local resources, utility bills and public oversight. LUBBOCK, Texas — The debate over artificial-intelligence data centers in West Texas is no longer limited to jobs and economic development. It now…
Receiver completes $835,000 collection from Joshua Allen’s business interests in Walk-On’s dispute
Former investors recovered the judgment, interest and legal expenses through a court-approved sale of Allen’s interests in nine companies. Collection efforts against Lubbock businessman Joshua Allen have concluded after a court-appointed receiver recovered $835,000 for two former investors in an Amarillo Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux venture. State District Judge John Grace…
Texas Tech System paid $3.5 million for historic 19th Street chancellor’s residence
The purchase price, disclosed through an open-records request, was approximately $1.24 million higher than the property’s tax-appraised market value. The Texas Tech University System paid $3.5 million for a historic home across from its Lubbock campus that will serve as Chancellor Brandon Creighton’s official residence and a venue for university…
Federal lien released as Texas Tech completed $3.5 million purchase of Reagor home
Property records show the federal government relinquished its interest in the historic O.W. English Home, but the release did not eliminate Bart Reagor’s restitution obligation or apply to his other assets. The federal government released its judgment lien against Bart Reagor’s historic Lubbock home as the Texas Tech University System…