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AmarilloPublishedOct 12, 2026

Post Named Amarillo Civic Center Complex General Manager

Christopher Post has been named Amarillo Civic Center Complex General Manager. Post, who has been with the City of Amarillo for 19 years, succeeds Bo Fowlkes, who retired.

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AmarilloPublishedOct 6, 2026

City Releases State Fire Marshal Report on May Landfill Fire

The City of Amarillo is making publicly available the Texas State Fire Marshal’s Office report regarding its investigation of the May 2026 fire that originated at the City of Amarillo Landfill.

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AmarilloPublishedOct 5, 2026

Gateside by TSA PreCheck Debuts at Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport

Beginning Friday, October 2, you won’t need a plane ticket to meet someone at the gate at Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport (RHAIA). Gateside by TSA (Transportation Security Administration) PreCheck will be available at RHAIA.

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AmarilloPublishedSep 30, 2026

City Council Approves Fiscal Year 2026/2027 Budget

Amarillo City Council approved a series of agenda items related to the City of Amarillo (COA) Fiscal Year 2026/2027 Budget during a special meeting Tuesday, officially completing the latest city budget process. All votes were 4-1.

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Lubbock-Cooper ISD Board of Trustees·Jul 15, 2026

at 5:30 PM - Regular Meeting Meeting Type: Regular 13th day of July LCISD Administration Office Board Room 13807 INDIANA AVENUE LUBBOCK, TEXAS 79423 [ map it ]

The Lubbock-Cooper ISD Board of Trustees held a regular meeting on July 16, 2026, at 5:30 PM. The meeting took place at the LCISD Administration Office Board Room, located at 13807 Indiana Avenue, Lubbock, Texas. The agenda included reports from the Superintendent on technology refresh and construction updates. The Deputy Superintendent was scheduled to present a SHAC Report, Board Goals, and the Credit Based Exams Annual Report. The Assistant Superintendent was slated to present financial reports, including the Cash and Investment Report for June 2026 and the Board Bond Report for June 2026. Consent items on the agenda included personnel matters such as resignations, replacements, and new hires. The board was also set to consider approval of minutes from the June 24, 2026, regular called meeting, the District Improvement Plan, Campus Improvement Plans, T-TESS Appraisers, T-TESS Calendar, and the Professional Development Report. Other consent items included considering approval of the Lubbock-Cooper ISD Student Code of Conduct, the Lubbock-Cooper ISD Student Handbook, and the Lubbock-Cooper ISD Extracurricular Code of Conduct. The agenda also listed an "Action Items" section and an "Adjourn" item.

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Lubbock ISD Board of Trustees·Jul 19, 2026

at 7:30 AM - Facilities Committee Meeting Meeting Type: Regular Smith Elementary 8707 Dover Ave Lubbock, Texas 79424 [ map it ]

The Lubbock ISD Board of Trustees Facilities Committee held a regular meeting on July 20, 2026, at 7:30 AM. The meeting took place at Smith Elementary, located at 8707 Dover Ave in Lubbock, Texas. The agenda included a call to order, an Owner Controlled Insurance Plan, and a bond construction update. Staff action items were also listed. The committee entered an executive closed session for consultation with an attorney regarding litigation or attorney-client privilege, deliberation on real property, and deliberation on employee matters. Following the closed session, the committee reconvened to take action relevant to the items discussed, before adjourning.

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Lubbock ISD Board of Trustees·Jul 22, 2026

at 5:00 PM - Regular Meeting and Workshop Meeting Type: Regular Boardroom, School Administration Building 1628 19th Street Lubbock, TX 79401 [ map it ] Extras

The Lubbock ISD Board of Trustees held a regular meeting and workshop on July 23, 2026, at 5:00 PM in the Boardroom of the School Administration Building. The agenda included recognitions for Junior VASE Competitors and TAEA and TxETA District of Distinction Awards. Trustees also considered and approved minutes from previous meetings. Academic action items included the consideration and approval of an Optional Flexible School Day Program through Graduation Alliance and a Memorandum of Understanding with Texas Tech University K-12 for virtual school instruction. Administrative action items covered architectural services for Evans and Mackenzie Middle Schools, compliance with public school safety requirements, and the teacher and administrator appraisal calendar for the 2026-2027 school year. The board also considered and approved medical clinic services, health and dental plans, and premium structures for 2027. Procurement and contracts included approval of district purchases and contract renewals. The meeting concluded with a workshop on attendance and an executive closed session.

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Lubbock ISD Board of Trustees·Aug 6, 2026

at 7:45 AM - Finance/Operations Committee Meeting Meeting Type: Regular Boardroom, School Administration Building 1628 19th Street Lubbock, TX 79401 [ map it ]

The Lubbock ISD Board of Trustees Finance/Operations Committee held a regular meeting on August 7, 2026, at 7:45 AM. The meeting took place in the Boardroom of the School Administration Building at 1628 19th Street, Lubbock, TX 79401. Agenda items included discussions on Risk Management/Payroll, specifically Health Plan Updates and Projections for 2027, 2027 Health Plan Information for Employee Education, and Wellness Report(s) covering Cost Avoidance, Savings, and ROI. The committee also addressed Budget/Finance with a focus on the 2026-27 Budget and Staff Action Items. The meeting included an Executive Closed Session for consultation with an attorney regarding litigation or attorney-client privilege matters, deliberation on real property, and deliberation on employee appointments, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal. The committee reconvened from the closed session for action relevant to the items discussed. The meeting concluded with adjournment.

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Lubbock County Commissioners Court·Aug 9, 2026

Commissioners Court Regular Meeting

The Lubbock County Commissioners Court convened for a regular meeting on August 10, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the Lubbock County Courthouse. The agenda included 42 items for discussion and potential action. Key items on the agenda involved budget matters, including the approval of minutes from a previous meeting, auditor and financial adjustments, and authorization for payment of claims. The court was also set to consider accepting the IRS mileage rate for county business. Contract and agreement discussions were scheduled, covering authorizations for the County Judge to sign various forms and agreements, such as a new customer information form for Banknote Corporation of America and a contract for residential services with Father Flanagan’s Boys’ Home. Travel approvals for several individuals to attend conferences and oral arguments were also on the agenda. Other items included discussions on the FY 2027 budget and proposed ad valorem tax rate, approval of the 2027 Grievance Committee selection list, and matters related to the November 3, 2026, General Election, including the order of election and appointments for election officials. Budget workshops were also scheduled for later the same day.

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Lubbock ISD Board of Trustees·Aug 12, 2026

at 7:00 AM - Workshop Meeting Meeting Type: Regular Boardroom, School Administration Building 1628 19th Street Lubbock, TX 79401 [ map it ]

The Lubbock ISD Board of Trustees held a workshop meeting on August 13, 2026, at 7:00 AM. The meeting took place in the Boardroom of the School Administration Building at 1628 19th Street, Lubbock, TX. The agenda included a call to order, with an announcement by the Chairman regarding a quorum and proper notice of the meeting. The workshop session covered a school safety audit, the first reading of TASB Policy Update 127, and STAAR scores. Following the workshop, an executive closed session was scheduled. This session included consultation with an attorney regarding litigation or attorney-client privilege, deliberation on real property matters, and deliberation on employee appointments, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal. The board was then set to reconvene from the executive closed session to take action relevant to the items discussed. The meeting concluded with adjournment.

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Lubbock ISD Board of Trustees·Aug 17, 2026

at 7:00 AM - Student Achievement/Engagement Committee Meeting Meeting Type: Regular Boardroom, School Administration Building 1628 19th Street Lubbock, TX 79401 [ map it ]

The Lubbock ISD Board of Trustees Student Achievement/Engagement Committee held a regular meeting on August 18, 2026, at 7:00 AM. The meeting took place in the Boardroom of the School Administration Building, located at 1628 19th Street in Lubbock, TX. The agenda included discussions on academic progress, a virtual school update, and a SPED funding update. The committee also planned to address a LIFT update and an update identified as "Update 127." Staff action items were on the agenda, followed by an executive closed session. The closed session was scheduled to cover consultation with an attorney regarding litigation or attorney-client privilege matters, deliberation on real property, and deliberation concerning employee appointments, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal. Following the executive session, the committee was set to reconvene for action relevant to items discussed during the closed session before adjourning.

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Lubbock ISD Board of Trustees·Aug 18, 2026

at 5:00 PM - Special Called Meeting Meeting Type: Regular Boardroom, School Administration Building 1628 19th Street Lubbock, TX 79401 [ map it ]

The Lubbock ISD Board of Trustees held a special called meeting on August 19, 2026, at 5:00 PM. The meeting took place in the Boardroom of the School Administration Building at 1628 19th Street, Lubbock, TX. The agenda included an academic presentation and appeal hearings regarding library materials. Deliberations and possible determinations were scheduled for appeals submitted by Gay Herrin and Jay Powell, and Jan Powell. The board also planned for an executive closed session. This session was to cover consultation with an attorney, deliberation on real property, and deliberation on employee matters. Following the closed session, the board was to reconvene for action relevant to the items discussed. The meeting concluded with adjournment.

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Lubbock City Council·Jul 27, 2026

Regular City Council Meeting, July 28, 2026

The Lubbock City Council's July 28, 2026 regular meeting agenda began with executive-session topics that included Lake 7, Texas Tech Parkway, several street projects, and LP&L property matters before the council returned to open session. In open session, the agenda included minutes from the June 23 regular meeting, a consent calendar with budget amendments, right-of-way items, engineering and public works contracts, public health agreements, transit and fleet purchases, and police and LP&L items. The regular agenda also set multiple planning and zoning public hearings, an annexation hearing, and a hearing on the proposed 2026 assessment rate for the Centerpointe Public Improvement District.

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