Lubbock County Commissioners considered a resolution Monday supporting an independent investigation into 'payroll irregularities' for the Precinct 2 seat. While the resolution passed, it was not without contention, as members of the court and the district attorney pointed out that the investigation is happening with or without the commissioners' support.

In the Lubbock County Commissioner’s Court meeting yesterday, commissioners voted 3 to 1 to support an independent state investigation into the county dollars paid to Mark Meurer. The nonbinding resolution was intended to “express support” for the Lubbock County District Attorney's request of an independent investigation by the Texas Rangers. Lubbock Fire and Rescue were called Friday to help a child who was trapped by a collapsed cave at Lake Alan Henry. The child was safely removed and evaluated by Garza County EMS.