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More for Moore, Oklahoma-How You Can Help With Recovery [VIDEO]

Alyssa — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:20:55 +0000

Footage of the devastating tornado in Oklahoma is inside. As we witness such a massive, unstoppable force we wonder: ‘What can we do?’ Click inside to also find out how you can help. Donations are going to be VITAL in the recovery for the victims in Oklahoma. Government aid is on the way, but we [...]

Alyssa's Got a Feel Good Story For You: Anyone Can Do Anything If You Put Your Mind To It! [VIDEO]

Alyssa — Mon, 06 May 2013 16:07:57 +0000

Karen Gaffney is a very talent, intelligent, and determined individual. She has swam the English Channel and Lake Tahoe, she's just recently graduation with a PhD, and even has her own foundation determined to help others champion life's obstacles while living with Down Syndrome and other disabilities. Impressive right!? You'll be even more impressed to hear she also is an individual living with Down Syndrome. Amazing.

Tim McGraw to Give Away More Homes to Veterans on Two Lanes of Freedom Tour

Christina Vinson — Fri, 03 May 2013 16:00:53 +0000

Tim McGrawÂ continues to demonstrate his big-hearted generosity through big gifts. Really big gifts. On his 2013 Two Lanes of Freedom Tour, he will once again partner with Chase and Operation Homefront toÂ give away more mortgage-free homes to military veterans and their families. This is the second year McGraw has done Operation Homefront after successfully launching [...]

Kenny Chesney Starts a Benefit Fund in Honor of Those Affected by Boston Marathon Bombings

Alyssa — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 19:58:22 +0000

Kenny Chesney has set of the ‘Spread the Love Fund’ for all of those who have been affected by the Boston Marathon bombings. This, again, is why I love Country music and their artists. No one is above doing anything and everyone is humble, gracious, and giving. The ‘Spread the Love Fund’ will work with [...]

The 15th Annual Blue Ribbon Rally is Saturday April 27th [VIDEO]

Alyssa — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 15:20:41 +0000

Lubbock’s very own Family Guidance and Outreach Center of Lubbock is hosting another spectacular family fun weekend with the 15th Annual Blue Ribbon Bike Rally! Live Music, Vendors, Kids Area, and your chance to win a brand new 2013 Harley-Davidson all await you this coming weekend!

The Farm Pay It Forward With Free Groceries for Strangers

Christina Vinson — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 15:30:08 +0000

Although Nashville trio the Farm are the newcomers to the country music scene, they are making an impact not only in the entertainment industry, but also in the lives of random strangers. The band recently bought the groceries of several grocery store shoppers, bringing the phrase 'be grateful' to a whole new life.

The 24th Annual Ragin' Cajun Benefiting the Special Olympics Is This Weekend!

Alyssa — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 19:23:13 +0000

This weekend you have a delicious opportunity to help support The Special Olympics. The 24th Annual Ragin’ Cajun kicks off this weekend! Crawfish, crab, shrimp and sausage mixed with new potatoes, corn and onions… sounds delicious doesn’t it? That’s because it will be!!! The best part? You will get to enjoy all of this amazing [...]

Feats OfStrength Unite Once Again To Battle MS Here in Lubbock!

Alyssa — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 17:21:19 +0000

It’s time to suit up and flex your guns to join a local group of MS-fightin’ enthusiasts raise funds for the battle against MS. The catch? This is one of the MOST UNIQUE shows of strength you will EVER be apart of!!! Check out the details inside! On May 4th from 4pm-7pm, make your way [...]

Paralympian Ryan Chalmers to Go Cross-Country in His Wheelchair for Charity

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 14:21:00 +0000

Watch out, America. Here comes Ryan Chalmers. The 23-year-old Chalmers, who’s been in a wheelchair his whole life after being born with spina bifida, will travel cross-country in his wheelchair to raise money for Stay-Focused, an organization that helps teenagers and young adults enjoy diving. Chalmers will set off from Los Angeles on April 6 [...]

Crawfish for CASA!

Alyssa — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 14:44:38 +0000

The Texas Tech Texas Aggie Bar Association is hosting a yummy (and charitable!) event to help raise funds for CASA. Get your details inside and don’t miss it! It’s going to be deeeeelicious! The Texas Tech Texas Aggie Bar Association seems like an oxymoron to me, but I’m not here to critique names! I’m here [...]

Taylor Swift Brings 7-Year-Old Sick Fan Onstage at Charlotte Show

Amy Sciarretto — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 03:37:38 +0000

Taylor Swift is all about her fans, but she went above and beyond to make one especially deserving fan's dream come true. At the Charlotte, N.C. stop of her Red Tour on Friday night (March 22), the singer brought a sick 7-year-old girl named Emma Routh onstage with her. It meant so much to her that Emma's family cannot stop gushing about what a heartwarming gesture the country superstar made on her behalf.

The 71st ABC Pro Rodeo Is Coming to Lubbock!

Alyssa — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 11:13:42 +0000

You’ve heard the news of the ABC Pro Rodeo coming to Lubbock, but I don’t know if EVERYONE knows how great of an event this really is. Well, hold on to yer seats, because I’m here to tell you! First off, The ABC Pro Rodeo is a PRO RODEO! The action is guaranteed to be [...]

Abbeville Dentistry To Host Annual Free Day of Dental Care on April 6th!

Alyssa — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 15:45:47 +0000

Millions of Americans go without necessary dental care because they can’t afford it. Dentistry From The Heart and Abbeville Dentistry are working hard to help ease that statistic by hosting a free day of dental care on April 6th! How cool is this!? Blake is glad there are good people in the world like this [...]

You Could Own Zac Brown's Dodge Ram! [VIDEO]

Alyssa — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 03:29:29 +0000

On board with the Ram Celebrity Truck Auction with Dodge, and like Kellie Pickler, YOU now have a change to own Zac Brown’s Dodge Ram truck! The proceeds will go towards a very special cause: Camp Southern Ground. Zac Brown is auctioning off his truck for a great cause: Camp Southern Ground! CSG is a [...]

Lubbock Meals on Wheels is Throwing a Mardi Gras Party!

Alyssa — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 23:42:25 +0000

Fat Tuesday is THIS week for Lubbock Meals on Wheels. It’s another awesome fundraiser going on tomorrow for a great cause! Get more details inside! The 2013 Meals on Wheels Mardi Gras Extravaganza is Tuesday, Feb. 26th!!! The bottom line is that you’re gonna get to come have a GREAT TIME doing something for a [...]

Keith Urban Announces Date, Lineup for 2013 We're All for the Hall Benefit Concert

Cory Stromblad — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 15:49:21 +0000

Keith Urban will momentarily step away from his ‘American Idol‘ duties to host his fourth-annual We’re All for the Hall benefit concert, scheduled for April 16 at Nashville’s Bridgetone Arena. This year’s concert has adopted a ‘Rebels and Renegades, the Outlaws are IN’ theme and will feature performances from country music’s most rebellious artists, including [...]

Granger Smith Announces the 3rd Annual Boot Walk!

Alyssa — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 02:53:57 +0000

It is that time of year again for Granger Smith’s Boot Walk! While it takes place not here in Lubbock, but in Austin, we’re getting the word out to everyone and anyone who would be able to help out this GREAT cause! Granger Smith is strapping on his boots once again, preparing to march 100 [...]

Waiter Who Defended Boy With Down Syndrome Gives All Donations To Charity

Jeremy Taylor — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 20:16:06 +0000

Last month, Michael Garcia made a lot of people smile. The 45-year-old, who is a waiter atÂ Laurenzoâ€™s Restaurant in Houston, Texas, refused to serve a family who insultedÂ Milo Castillo,Â a five-year-old with Down Syndrome,Â by suggesting that “special needs children need to be special someplace else.” The story became national news after being picked up by Houston’sÂ 29-95 [...]

The Lubbock Color Run is SOLD OUT [VIDEO]

Alyssa — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 17:13:33 +0000

The Color Run is new to Lubbock but the word spread fast and so did the running spots! The Color Run in Lubbock is now SOLD OUT, but there may still be hope for you if you didn’t get signed up in time! The Color Run is sweeping the nation!! Registration opened on January 1st [...]

The 61st Lubbock Lions Club Pancake Festival Is Coming!! [AUDIO]

Alyssa — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 16:36:08 +0000

Every year, Blake has two favorite holidays that involve his favorite foods: Thanksgiving and The Lubbock Lions Pancake Festival!!!! It’s coming sooner than you think! IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN!! The Lubbock Lions Club’s 61st Annual Pancake Festival will be on Saturday, Feb. 16th. Make plans to be there! The Lubbock Lions Club [...]