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The Me Generation

If it be so, our God whom we serve is able to rescue us from the furnace of blazing fire: and He will rescue us from your hand, O king. But even if He does not, let it be known to you, O king, that we are not going to serve your gods nor worship the golden statue that you have set up.”

Lubbock breaks ground on medical examiner’s office

The Lubbock County Commissioner’s Court, Medical Examiner’s Office and others broke ground on what should be a new state-of-the-art Medical Examiner’s Office Building. Lubbock County voters approved the $35.4 million bond to construct the facility last year.

Man charged for interfering with flight crew

Court documents were filed in Amarillo federal court last Thursday that say a man repeatedly punched a flight attendant and kicked a police officer in the groin and spit on other officers.

CCH kicks off new thyroid screening program

Castro County Healthcare (CCH) is kicking off the New Year with a monthly screening program to raise awareness of important health issues while offering the community a low-cost screening option.

FAA grounds all 737 Max 9 aircraft

The FAA on Monday forced all 737 Max 9 aircraft grounded after an Alaska flight made an emergency landing Friday when a panel and window blew out midfl ight. Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, both major US operators of the Boeing 737 Max 9, cancelled a combined 342 flights.

AC begins Private Pilot Ground class

Amarillo College begins its first Private Pilot Ground class this semester for people looking to become pilots this spring. The continuing education class will focus on topics like principles of flight, radio procedures, weather navigation, aerodynamics and FAA regulations.
Texas primary election edges

Texas primary election edges

Texas primary election edges closer

Texas will hold its 2024 primary elections on Super Tuesday, March 5. It will be among the 15 states and one territory that selects more than a third of all delegates. The last day to register to vote in the primary election is Feb. 5. Early voting begins Feb. 20.

Baby Shower held for Crofts

A shower was held for Caitlin Smith Crofts and baby boy on Dec. 30, 2023, in the home of Lynn Sides. Special guests included grandmothers, Cindy Bradley and Kathy Lust; sisters, Jesslyn Smith and Maddie Smith; and aunts, Maggi Lytle and Tiffany Nino.