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With dueling Trump-Talarico rallies, Lubbock became the center of the political universe
Lubbock, the most populous city in West Texas, has been a reliable Republican stronghold. Democrats, like Talarico, hope to close yawning gaps in rural areas that have kept them out of power.
With dueling Trump-Talarico rallies, Lubbock became the center of the political universe
Lubbock, the most populous city in West Texas, has been a reliable Republican stronghold. Democrats, like Talarico, hope to close yawning gaps in rural areas that have kept them out of power.
Following NASA Grant, TCU Researcher Explains Planetary Defense
Rhiannon Mayne, Oscar and Juanita Monnig Endowed Chair of Meteoritics and Planetary Science at Texas Christian University, was recently awarded a $3.6 million grant from NASA that will use West Texas’
Cattle Science Gets a $19.5 Million Upgrade as West Texas A and M Plans High-Tech Research Complex
West Texas A&M is building a $19.5M cattle research complex featuring AI technology, veterinary research and commercial-scale feedlot studies.
West Texas DA opens forgery investigation into disputed transgender mailers
The pamphlets appear to be an attempt to anger voters ahead of the midterm elections, GOP District Attorney Sarah Stogner said.
WT Natural Sciences Department to honor Steed as graduate of distinction
A giant in the area energy industry will be honored by West Texas A&M University’s Department of Natural Sciences at an upcoming event.
America’s biggest measles outbreaks have very different death tolls. Why?
Outbreaks in Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Utah, and West Texas have produced dramatically different numbers of deaths.
WTAMU to host business startup seminar Monday
West Texas A&M University is set to host a business startup seminar Monday.
Amarillo Public Health investigating tuberculosis exposure at West Texas A&M
KVII serves the Amarillo, Texas and Panhandle region with local news, sports and weather for the city and surrounding towns, including Canyon, Hereford, Borger, Pampa, Dalhart, Dumas, Childress, Perryton, Clarendon, Texas; Guymon, Oklahoma; and Clovis, Portales, Tucumcari, New Mexico.
Amarillo Public Health investigating tuberculosis exposure at WTAMU
Amarillo Public Health is working with West Texas A&M University after identifying a person with tuberculosis who spent time on the WT campus.
Big Bend region border wall construction begins
The Trump administration has started building the border wall through a west Texas section of the Big Bend region, marking the first major construction in an area of the U.S.-Mexico border where the administration's plans have met heavy opposition.
Lubbock Public Health Director gets statewide award for vaccine advocacy
Lubbock's public health director was honored for her leadership during the historic West Texas measles outbreak and her continuing work to protect communities from vaccine-preventable diseases.
New $7.8M complex aims to transform youth sports in West Texas
The Forge wants to create a one-stop destination for athletes, families and major competitions in the region.
Gorilla Heavy Hitters hosts Night of Champions in Midland
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – This weekend, local boxing promotion Gorilla Heavy Hitters will be hosting its “Night of Champions” event. Multiple local boxers will be featured, showcasing West Texas talent, as Big Belt Champion and featherweight contender Conrad Martinez headlines the main event, facing off against the undefeated (15-0 13 KO) Victor “Jalapeno” Hernandez. Night […]
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Get to Know Your Foe: Texas State
The Get to Know Your Foe series concludes with the latest addition to the Pac-12, the Texas State Bobcats. Texas State University is located in San Marcos, Texas, and only fairly recently began playing football at the FBS level. Originally founded in 1899 as Southwest Texas State Normal School, the school offers over 200 degrees […]
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Awarded Grant to Improve Diabetes Testing Access in Rural West Texas
The American Medical Association (AMA) awarded $50,000 to Adrian Billings, M.D., Ph.D., as part of a new grant to improve access to A1C testing in West Texas.
Confused about Big Bend area border plans? Here’s what you need to know.
There's been a lot of confusion this year about the Trump administration's plan for new border barriers across the Big Bend region of West Texas. Here's a rundown of what federal border agencies say they're planning.
Advocates seek permanent halt to Big Bend border security project
Following bipartisan criticism, the Trump administration has paused a border security project inside Big Bend National Park in West Texas.
$3 million gift benefiting WT band program, endowment for business students
West Texas A&M University announced a $3 million gift will benefit its acclaimed band program and establish an endowment for business students.
How Republicans Embraced Brandon Herrera, a Texas Republican Candidate and Gun Influencer
Brandon Herrera, long an anti-establishment outsider, is trying to help the party defend a red-leaning House district in West Texas. It’s proving messy.
SPAG workshop to focus on small business refinancing Wednesday
The West Texas Small Business Summit is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 1, at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center.
West Texas group sues DHS, CBP and its leaders over border barrier
The lawsuit alleges officials did not obtain permission to alter a flood control levee.
West Texas A&M Partners with PlayFly Sports on Sponsorship and Ticketing
West Texas A&M today announced a five-year partnership with Playfly Sports, the sports industry's leading revenue maximization company for its ticketing and sponsorship sales across all sports.
Deadline to register for WT computational science summer camp coming up
The deadline for high school students to apply to a new computational science camp hosted by West Texas A&M University is this month.
West Texas small business owners recognized during annual luncheon
Three small business owners were recognized during a Small Business of the Year Luncheon.
'The Handyman of West Texas' Optioned by The Hideaway Entertainment
Johnathan Walton's true-crime podcast 'The Handyman of West Texas' will be developed for the screen by The Hideaway Entertainment.
The Hideaway Entertainment Options Johnathan Walton’s True-Crime Podcast ‘The Handyman of West Texas’
Johnathan Walton Media has struck a deal with The Hideaway Entertainment to develop his latest true-crime podcast, “The Handyman of West Texas,” for the screen. Walton is a popular true-crime podcast ...
Brandon Herrera’s YouTube Gives Democrats More Hope in West Texas Race
What had been a safe G.O.P. seat was looking more attainable for Democrats after Representative Tony Gonzales bowed out in favor of a hard-right candidate.
Out West Midland launches as new live entertainment promoter in West Texas
A new chapter in West Texas live entertainment is underway as Out West Midland, led by partners Sean Elphick, Ariel Herrera, Aidan Acosta, and Logan Acosta, launches with a commitment to continue the growth of live events in the Permian Basin. The 2026 Out West Midland concert season will feature a limited run of live [...]
City of San Antonio looking into 911 mental health option
The city, Southwest Texas Regional Advisory Council, and the Center for Health Care Services are exploring a pilot program to help triage the mental health calls that come through the 911 system, possibly handling “low-acuity” calls over the phone, without having to dispatch emergency response.
The US had a record-breaking year for measles. It may be the start of a deadly comeback
Tuesday marks one year since a measles outbreak started in West Texas, and there have been more new cases in the United States each week since.