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KLBK’s Pet of the Day is Riker! (8/11/26)

Summary by The Lubbock Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Haleigh Hinojosa, as published by EverythingLubbock Local · August 11, 2026 · 1 min read

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In Lubbock, a local pet has been featured as part of a regular segment. The pet is identified as Riker and is the current Pet of the Day. Further information about Riker can be found through KLBK.

The Pet of the Day segment is a regular feature that airs on certain days. The segment is broadcast during the noon newscast on weekdays, excluding Fridays. It can be viewed on Mondays through Thursdays for those interested in learning more about local pets like Riker.

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Category: local · Published: August 11, 2026 · Source: EverythingLubbock Local · Reading time: 1 min

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Source published	Aug 11, 2026
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