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Muleshoe city phones going offline Wednesday for system upgrade
Summary by The Lubbock Editorial Desk · Based on reporting from KCBD News
· July 22, 2026
· 1 min read
MULESHOE, Texas (KCBD) - The City of Muleshoe’s phone lines will go offline Wednesday morning for a system upgrade, according to the city. The outage is temporary, though no timeline was given for the upgrade to be completed. Residents who need immediate assistance during the outage are asked to ...
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Key takeaway The outage is temporary, though no timeline was given for the upgrade to be completed.
Why this matters in The Lubbock
The temporary outage of Muleshoe's city phones on Wednesday will likely cause some inconvenience for residents, but the upgrade is a necessary step to ensure the city's communication systems are up to date. This move is particularly relevant given the potential for severe weather events in the region, where reliable communication can be a matter of safety. As a city within the greater Lubbock metro area, Muleshoe faces similar risks from Gulf hurricanes and flooding, making it crucial for the city to have robust and modern communication infrastructure in place. While the police department's non-emergency line will be available during the outage, residents may want to plan ahead and take note of alternative contact methods, such as visiting city hall in person, to minimize disruptions to their daily activities. The city's proactive approach to upgrading its phone system is a positive step towards maintaining public services and safety.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 22, 2026 ·
Source: KCBD News ·
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What is this story about? MULESHOE, Texas (KCBD) - The City of Muleshoe’s phone lines will go offline Wednesday morning for a system upgrade, according to the city. The outage is temporary, though no timeline was given for the upgrade to be completed. Residents who need immediate assistance during the outage are asked to ...
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