A new judge has been appointed to the 137th District Court in Lubbock, Texas. Laura Beth Fossett, a former Assistant District Attorney, will take on the role. Her appointment was made by Governor Greg Abbott.

The appointment is set to take effect on August 10, 2026. This is the information currently available regarding the appointment. For more details on the appointment and Laura Beth Fossett's background, readers can refer to the source, EverythingLubbock.