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UMC doctor explains when to choose urgent care or the ER

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Many people go to the emergency room when urgent care would be enough, according to Dr. Christopher Piel, director of emergency services at UMC Health System. Piel said knowing the difference can save hours. What urgent care can treat “The ER is really for major things,” P...

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Covenant Every Moment Matters: Men's Health "Movember"

During Movember, Dr. Ryan Owen of Covenant Medical Group encouraged men to overcome fear and prioritize routine screenings for prostate, colon, and testicular cancers to ensure early detection and better health outcomes.

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‘Jody’s Folly’ mansion back on the market in Lubbock

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - A mansion known as “Jody’s Folly” is back on the market after renovations to the home in Lubbock’s Rush neighborhood. The home was built by Jody Nelson , who was sentenced in 2006 to 25 years in prison for embezzling nearly $78 million from his former employer, Patterson U...

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Goodwill Free Shred Day happening Friday at Lubbock National Bank

LUBBOCK, TX (NEWS RELEASE) - Provided by Goodwill. Goodwill Industries of Northwest Texas and Lubbock National Bank will host a Free Shred Day on Friday, November 13, 2026, in celebration of National Recycling Day. Community members are invited to bring up to four boxes per person of personal doc...

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Lubbock legislators prepare for upcoming session with divided power

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Lubbock state lawmakers are outlining their priorities as the 90th Texas Legislative Session approaches. Bill filing began Monday. With split partisan power between the Texas House and Senate, State Sen. Charles Perry and Rep. Carl Tepper say they’re managing priorities. “...

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Marine veteran to receive new smile through ‘Smiles for Soldiers’

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - John Gonzales, a Marine Corps veteran who said he has not smiled in years, is scheduled to get a new smile within the next few months through “Smiles for Soldiers,” a program created by Dr. Robert Ioppolo . Ioppolo is an oral and facial surgeon at Hill & I...

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Lubbock candy buyback program collects treats for troops through Friday

LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Families with leftover Halloween candy can trade it for prize tokens and help send a sweet holiday surprise to service members through a local candy buyback program. Children can receive five prize tokens for each pound of candy they bring in, up to 10 pou...

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