What to Know About the Health Effects of Dust Storms

By Mackenzie Sams When Elijah Jones came to Lubbock, he didn’t realize just how difficult it might be to have a dust allergy in the area. Originally from San Antonio, Jones moved to Lubbock with a vague understanding that the change might cause complications for his health. What he wasn’t prepared for was the dust storms–strong winds […]

Grounds Maintenance Keeps Tech Campus Picturesque Despite Drought, Unpredictable Weather

By Reece Nations Although much is done perpetually to sustain the campus’ beauty, one might miss the tireless work being done each day by Texas Tech’s Grounds Maintenance Operations Division.  While brightly colored flowers adorn flower beds at every corner of Tech’s over 1800-acre campus, Charles Leatherwood, Managing Director for Grounds Maintenance, said they would not be there if it were not for grounds crew workers. These workers […]