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T1D Lubbock Community Walk returns this fall
Summary by The Lubbock Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Shelby Radford , KCBD News
· August 26, 2026
· 2 min read
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Breakthrough T1D will hold its second annual Lubbock Community Walk Saturday, Oct. 10, at Urbanovsky Park on the campus of Texas Tech University. The family-friendly event brings together people living with Type 1 diabetes, their families, friends and community supporters ...
Key takeaway 10, at Urbanovsky Park on the campus of Texas Tech University.
Why this matters in The Lubbock
The return of the Breakthrough T1D Lubbock Community Walk this fall is a significant event for local families affected by Type 1 diabetes. As a community surrounded by the larger Lubbock metro, the walk's presence in Urbanovsky Park on the Texas Tech University campus brings a sense of connection and support to those navigating this condition. The involvement of local chairs, such as Sarah Adlis Benedetti and Dr. Tala Porter, who have personal experiences with T1D, adds a layer of understanding and dedication to the event. The goal to increase participation and fundraising from last year's inaugural event demonstrates the growing need for awareness and resources in West Texas. With the Lubbock Independent School District serving the area, the walk's focus on family-friendly activities and community resources is particularly relevant, as it has the potential to reach and support students and families within the district who may be impacted by T1D.
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Category: schools ·
Published: August 26, 2026 ·
Source: KCBD News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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