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Kellie Bramlet

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Many studies show children living in rural areas are more likely to be overweight or obese than their peers who live in urban areas.

As a registered nurse at Covenant Hospital in Plainview, Coralyn Dillard knows that staying in shape in rural areas can require a little more creativity. Many studies show children living in rural areas are more likely to be overweight or obese than their peers who live in urban areas. Additionally, other studies show people who live in neighborhoods that don’t have sidewalks, often in rural areas, tend to be less physically active and are more likely to be overweight.

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Some council members want to change budget process 09/13/11 - 12:16am

Six council members vote in favor of the budget. Public speakers want to know why changes were made in the budget.

Some council members want to change the city’s budget process in light of a contentious budget season recently completed. “I think it could have been presented earlier. I think it could have been presented better. I think it could have been presented clearer,” said Councilman Victor Hernandez, of the 2011-12 city budget the council approved last week. While Hernandez was one of six council members to vote in favor of the budget, he said he was unhappy with the overall process.

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Texas recognizes obesity awareness week 09/12/11 - 12:13am

For the first time, today's children have a shorter life expectancy than their parents, and it's primarily because of the health problems associated with obesity.

For the first time, today’s children have a shorter life expectancy than their parents, and it’s primarily because of the health problems associated with obesity, said Tavia Hatfield, Covenant Health System director of community health outreach. In an initial step to curbing this problem, Texas is recognizing this week as a statewide Obesity Awareness Week. Throughout the week, various health organizations will host events, and members of a building fit communities committee will meet with area leaders to discuss what they consider a life-altering health issue.

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Tech's Arrington, Gonzales recall 9/11 09/11/11 - 10:16am

Jodey Arrington and Alberto Gonzales played different, but key roles in the George W. Bush administration. They reflect on September 11.

Jodey Arrington and Alberto Gonzales played different, but key roles in the George W. Bush administration. Like so many Americans, their lives changed 10 years ago, beginning at 7:46 CDT when American Airlines Flight 11 crashed into the World Trade Center’s North Tower. Recently, the two men reflected on that day and the 10 years after. Jodey Arrington From his new office at Texas Tech, Jodey Arrington recalled evacuating the White House after someone had warned a plane might be headed their way.

Teammates help spread diabetes awareness 09/09/11 - 11:12am

The G8trz, a junior high softball team, has a secret weapon: Skittles.

The G8trz, a junior high softball team, has a secret weapon: Skittles. Occasionally, pitcher Marli Goolsby and catcher Reagan Robertson rely on the candy they store in the dugout to get them through the game. While most teams would save the rainbow candy for after the game, it’s exactly what gets these girls back in the game.

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Council passes budget 09/08/11 - 2:33pm

After much discussion and several public hearings regarding myriad controversial issues, Lubbock City Council passed the budget for the2011-2012 fiscal year. The budget included a “friendly amendment” proposed during Thursday’s meeting by Councilwoman Karen Gibson by raising the projected revenue brought in by sales tax by 1.5 percent in order to cover medical insurance premiums of city employees, including police officers and fire fighters.

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Proposed Citibus rate hike could hurt some 09/08/11 - 12:08am

For some an extra 25 cents may not seem like much, but many bus riders gathered at a public hearing on Wednesday told the Lubbock Transit Authority board those quarters add up.

For some an extra 25 cents may not seem like much, but many bus riders gathered at a public hearing on Wednesday told the Lubbock Transit Authority board those quarters add up. “It’s a week away from pay day. I have 62 cents to my name,” said Tomi Morrell, a Citibus customer, as she dropped the loose change to the ground. Last week the Lubbock City Council voted in favor of an amendment, if passed would increase rates by 25 cents, but allow routes and services to run without any changes.

Texas Tech student government feels slighted in Citibus talks 09/01/11 - 10:11am

The president of the Texas Tech Student Government Association said the Lubbock City Council slighted students by not contacting them about proposed changes to Citibus.

The president of the Texas Tech Student Government Association said the Lubbock City Council slighted students by not contacting them about proposed changes to Citibus. Tyler Patton, the student body president, wrote a letter chastising the council for not taking students into consideration. “We cannot understand how the city failed to contact our office to discuss the possible impact these proposed reductions would have on our more than 32,000 students,” Patton’s letter states.

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Planned Parenthood reduces aid 08/31/11 - 12:17am

In years past, Planned Parenthood received federal funding through Texas Family Planning on Aug. 31. But this year, Lubbock Planned Parenthood and many other Planned Parenthood clinics across the state will not receive that funding.

South Plains starts classes 08/30/11 - 12:06am

Francesca Cavazos walked to her first class at South Plains College Monday morning. An education major, Cavazos said her schedule this semester is full of basic required courses.

Francesca Cavazos walked to her first class at South Plains College Monday morning. An education major, Cavazos said her schedule this semester is full of basic required courses. “I came here because it’s obviously cheaper than Tech,” she said. Many students are seeing the benefits of community college, not only at South Plains, but across the country.