By Michelle Bless Gerald Dolter, the founder of Moonlight Musicals and professor of voice at Texas Tech University, said he wanted to give his students the opportunity to gain on-stage experience in live theatre. His fellow professor of voice, Karl Dent, had the same intention. “As a teacher, you have an inborn goal of helping […]
A Life of Service: Local men reflect on their time in the military
November 11, 2019 by
By: Megan Zapalac Those who have fought and serve are among us, but their stories are only shared if asked— and some go unheard. Through scars and smiles, three local veterans shared their stories of service and hardships. Having retired as a sergeant major in the U.S. Army, 81-year-old Emigdio Ramos, said his career began during the Vietnam War […]
INKling of Doubt: Lubbock Tattoo Artists Discuss Cover-Up Work
November 8, 2019 by
By: Joshua Bray Every tattoo has a story to tell. In 2012, the History of Tattoos’ website states, about 45 million Americans had at least one tattoo, and 30 percent of college graduates in the United States have permanent ink. The same website reports 17 percent of people who have tattoos regret them; however, 5 […]
The Proof is in the Produce
November 7, 2019 by
Editor’s Note: This article is the first in a series of stories about nutrition and local foods. By: Emily Boyes When it comes to food, Lubbock farmers know their produce like the back of their hands because it grows in their backyard. With Lubbock surrounded by agriculture, the Lubbock Downtown Farmers Market is a place […]
Moonlight Academy: Creating opportunity to create performers
November 4, 2019 by
By: Michelle Bless Editor’s note: This article is the third in a series of stories about Lubbock’s Moonlight Musicals. In 2015, Moonlight Musicals started an after-school program dedicated to teaching children in the Lubbock community the triple-threat theater craft of singing, acting, and dancing. Frank Rendon gained control of the project as the director of […]
Irons Middle School Students steal show at First Friday with Día de los Muertos Art
November 2, 2019 by
Lubbock’s First Friday Art Trail kicked off on Nov. 1 in various locations throughout town from 6 to 9 p.m. Located at 511 Ave. K, the Louise Hopkins Underwood Center for the Arts presented a diverse array of Día de los Muertos inspired festivities event goers could partake in. Two art showcases at LHUCA displayed the work of prominent Mexican American artists […]
Choosing Up, Choosing Life: Finding hope for victims of sex-trafficking
November 1, 2019 by
Texas Tech student Cross Warnock gives readers a glimpse into the life of a man whose profession is based on what he calls “pimpin.’” Through his eyes and local professionals who have first-hand experience in dealing with victims, Warnock delves into “The Life & The Trade.” Please follow the three links to learn more about […]
In My Own Words: Warnock shares his take on covering sex-trafficking
November 1, 2019 by
Local sex-trafficker discusses his “business,” while local experts describe the dangers and consequences in the Hub City. The reality I wrote this story in spring 2019 for my reporting class. While this was not a story that I wanted to pursue at first, I decided it would be a good package for my original story, […]
Sherbrodrick “Boss” Holloman Interview
October 30, 2019 by
Originally adapted from a journalism reporting class article titled “Robert Kraft: Lord of the Rings.” Written by Texas Tech senior Cross Warnock, this report takes an in-depth look at how sex-traffickers operate on the local level. Listen to Warnock’s interview with Sherbrodrick “Boss” Holloman – a Lubbock man who was arrested during a multi-agency sex […]
Rodeo Recap: Officials Say County Expo Center Construction on Track, ABC Rodeo to Return to Lubbock in 2022
October 30, 2019 by
For the first time in its 78-year history, the American Business Club Pro Rodeo will be hosted outside Lubbock this spring. From April 2 through April 4, the 2020 ABC Pro Rodeo will convene its festivities in the Mallet Event Center in Levelland and will likely be forced to do so again in spring 2021. […]
