Salvation Army in Lubbock Receives Large Grant for Homeless Program
The local branch of a worldwide non-profit organization received a huge grant today. Read more for details.
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Problems at Tent City? That’s Shocking
Problems at Tent City? Who didn't see this coming? After the jump find out the details and more of Chad's thoughts.
The New Tent City Location
Is the new location for the tent city a good thing? Keep reading to get Chad's thoughts and comment on the blog.
Lubbock Mayor Tom Martin on LFN [AUDIO]
Mayor Tom Martin joined Chad and Rex on Friday's edition of Lubbock's First News. 03/04/2011
LFN Poll of the Day
The tent city is on the move, but is it a good solution? Keep reading to vote and comment.
Lubbock’s Tent City Keeps Growing
Lubbock's "tent city" is growing and one council member wants to relocate the community. Keep reading to find out why Chad Hasty thinks that is a bad move.
LFN Poll of the Day
Is Carpenter's Church helping or enabling the homeless by giving them tents to sleep on city property? Keep reading to vote and comment.
LFN Poll of the Day
Read more the comment and vote on the issue of the "tent city" at Ave. Q and Broadway
The Salvation Army Reaches Out, Will The Homeless Accept?
Well, it was cold last night and it will stay very cold until about Friday. Sub-zero wind chills and snow make it miserable out on the streets and of course deadly. That's why the Salvation Army is reaching out to the 300 or so homeless in Lubbock, but will the homeless accept the help? If history is any indication, the answer is no. Read why I say this when you click ahead.