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Lubbock Salvation Army Preparing to Serve 400 on Thanksgiving

Allen Corbin — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 23:51:46 +0000

The Salvation Army of Lubbock is preparing to serve a traditional Thanksgiving dinner to over 400 individuals in need from the Lubbock community. The meal will take place on Thursday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Salvation Army Family Housing Facility and Emergency Shelter at 17th and Avenue J.

Salvation Army Officially Kicks Off Angel Tree, Kettle Drive Campaign [AUDIO]

Ariel Walden — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 17:08:50 +0000

On Friday's edition of Lubbock's First News, Justin Eatherly from the Salvation Army joined Tom Collins and Laura Mac to discuss the kick-off to some holiday campaigns.

Salvation Army Shelters Stay Nearly Full

Rex Andrew — Fri, 07 Sep 2012 19:04:14 +0000

"Our shelters stay full or nearly full, especially our family units.”

New Leader at Salvation Army Gives Advice for Dealing with Panhandlers

Rex Andrew — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 17:18:53 +0000

You can hear the entire interview at 6 a.m. this Sunday on this station.

Mike Morton of the Salvation Army Talks Red Kettles on Lubbock's First News [AUDIO]

Ariel Walden — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 15:30:50 +0000

On Wednesday's edition of Lubbock's First News, Mike Morton of the Salvation Army joined Chad and Rex to discuss the Salvation Army's upcoming holiday events.

Salvation Army in Lubbock Receives Large Grant for Homeless Program

Julie Fisher — Wed, 25 May 2011 23:11:22 +0000

The local branch of a worldwide non-profit organization received a huge grant today. Read more for details.

Salvation Army of Lubbock Receives Sizable Grant from HUD

Cole Shooter — Wed, 11 May 2011 19:45:58 +0000

Lubbock's Salvation Army has received federal funds for their Transitional Living Program. Keep reading to see how the Salvation Army plans to help eradicate cyclical homelessness.

Salvation Army Responds to West Texas Wildfires [PICS]

Cole Shooter — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 21:02:36 +0000

The Salvation Army has been working to help those affected by the Texas wildfires, both families burned out of their homes and the first responders putting their lives on the line to put the fire out. Keep reading to see some of the organization's efforts.

Tech-Lubbock Community Day to Benefit Lubbock-Area Salvation Army Facilities

Cole Shooter — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 21:52:03 +0000

Around 150 Texas Tech students will join forces this weekend to help improve the Lubbock-Area Salvation Army facilities. Keep reading inside to find out what changes they'll be helping with.

The Salvation Army Reaches Out, Will The Homeless Accept?

Chad Hasty — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 17:31:23 +0000

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.