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Road work to limit access on MLK Jr. Boulevard starting Monday
Summary by The Lubbock Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Shelby Radford , as published by KCBD News
· August 27, 2026
· 1 min read
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - A contractor working for the City of Lubbock Public Works Department will replace a broken water valve at the intersection of 66th Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard starting Monday, Aug. 31, 2026. Traffic along MLK Jr. Boulevard from Slaton Highway to 50th Street...
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Key takeaway Boulevard from Slaton Highway to 50th Street will be limited to business access only during the repair.
Why this matters in The Lubbock
The upcoming road work on MLK Jr. Boulevard will undoubtedly cause inconvenience for commuters and residents in the area. With traffic limited to business access only from Slaton Highway to 50th Street, drivers will need to plan ahead and find alternative routes to avoid delays. This construction project also underscores the city's ongoing efforts to maintain and upgrade its infrastructure, which is crucial for the growing Lubbock community. The fact that the work is expected to be completed by September 11, weather permitting, suggests that the city is working to minimize disruptions during the busy back-to-school season. As the city continues to invest in its public works, residents can expect to see more projects like this one aimed at improving the overall quality of life in Lubbock. The impact of this project will be felt most by those who regularly travel along MLK Jr. Boulevard, and they will be watching closely to see how the city manages the construction and minimizes disruptions.
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Category: Local ·
Published: August 27, 2026 ·
Source: KCBD News ·
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What is this story about? LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - A contractor working for the City of Lubbock Public Works Department will replace a broken water valve at the intersection of 66th Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard starting Monday, Aug. 31, 2026. Traffic along MLK Jr. Boulevard from Slaton Highway to 50th Street...
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