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Abernathy community rallies around fifth grader after mom’s kidney cancer diagnosis
Summary by The Lubbock Editorial Desk Harper Buck , as published by EverythingLubbock Local
· August 5, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway More than $1,000 has been donated to assist the student.
In Abernathy, a community has come together to support a fifth-grade student. The student's mother is currently battling kidney cancer, and the community has rallied around the family. The community's efforts have resulted in a significant donation to help the student prepare for school.
Parents, teachers, and other community members have contributed to this cause. More than $1,000 has been donated to assist the student. For further information on this story, readers can refer to the original source, EverythingLubbock Local.
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Category: schools Published: August 5, 2026 Source: EverythingLubbock Local Reading time: 1 min
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