While many people consider themselves to be coffee enthusiasts, most have probably not spent time working in coffee shops to learn the craft. Many in the industry are likely to tell you coffee is as much a craft and an art as anything–it takes time and patience to learn the art of coffee. For nearly […]
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Texas Tech Polo Club works to grow young players
June 7, 2021 by
The Texas Tech Polo Club has provided students with an affordable way to learn and play the sport of polo since the 1980s. Jeremiah Valles, a junior at Texas Tech, began his polo career when he was in high school in Midland. After working and playing at the Midland Polo Club, he was encouraged to […]
Hub@TTU reporter shares experience with second Moderna dose
May 6, 2021 by
It has been widely reported that the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine has side effects for the majority of people. I previously wrote my first vaccine shot left me with crippling allergies that left me sick for days; however, the side effects dissipated much quicker with the second dose. I got my second dose […]
Hub@TTU reporter gives firsthand account of getting vaccinated
April 13, 2021 by
The process of getting a COVID-19 vaccine in Lubbock County is truly a quick and straightforward process. From scheduling an appointment to getting your shot. A couple weeks ago, I went online to the website for the Lubbock Civic Center and made my appointment for the morning of March 31. When I showed up for […]
Troubles Brewing: Local coffee shop finds success following COVID adversity
April 1, 2021 by
Since the start of the pandemic, businesses across the county have been hit hard by the pandemic leading many to close their doors for good. In spite of the circumstances, Sugar Browns Coffee was able to launch their new location on 67th Street and Indiana Avenue. Taylor McAlpine, general manager, said the idea for the […]
Local Christian artist Colton Beden speaks of music and faith
March 17, 2021 by
Christian artist Colton Beden, Lubbock local and father of four, has dreamed of a career in music for years with things finally coming to fruition when he released his debut single at the start of the pandemic in 2020. Growing up in a church-going family, Beden was around big choirs and eventually joined the band […]
Lubbock Schools Balance Safety with the Mental Health of Students
March 3, 2021 by
Across the nation and around the world, people of all walks of life have struggled with the same question of how to operate and live in a global pandemic. For Lubbock ISD, one of the primary concerns was the mental health of students after transitioning to a virtual learning environment. Misty Rieber, the assistant superintendent […]
Lubbock Animal Shelter works to stem the tide of homeless animals in the city
February 23, 2021 by
Stray animals in Lubbock are no foreign sight to those in the city. The Lubbock Animal Shelter, located at 3323 SE Loop 289, is working to help the animals in need by providing the love and care they need while they look for their forever home. Sam Norman, a Lubbock local of more than 40 […]
