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Jackalope Creative Studio April 8, 2026
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Lubbock studio launches 'Tinier Desk' to spotlight local artists
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Jackalope Creative’s “Tinier Desk” series is creating a space for Lubbock artists to showcase their raw talent with the community.
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April 14th, 2026
The KTTZ News Team
Local Lubbock studio Jackalope Creative has launched a new live music series called “Tinier Desk.” Inspired by NPR’s popular “Tiny Desk” concerts, the series invites local artists to perform stripped-down sets behind an office desk. KTTZ's Mia Shephard spoke with co-owner Kaleb Wiley about the new series.
Texas Tech Public Media & Lubbock Avalanche-Journal presents Lubbock 2026 Mayoral Candidate Forum, Wednesday, April 15 at 6 p.m., George & Helen Mahon Public Library. Join us for this free and open-to-the-public event to get to know the candidates. Moderated by Brad Burt, Texas Tech Public Media, and Mateo Rosiles, Lubbock Avalanche Journal.

You can submit your own questions for the candidates by completing our survey here.

Samantha Larned and Brad Burt hold their awards at the Texas Broadcast News Awards ceremony in Austin on April 11, 2026.
KTTZ news team awarded for local news coverage by Texas Association of Broadcasters
The KTTZ news team received three Texas Broadcast News Awards this weekend for its feature stories and local government reporting.
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