The Texas Tech University Veterinary School of Medicine welcomed its inaugural class on August 18, 2021. Now, five years later, the school’s first wave of veterinarians are already working to fill a shortage in Texas’ rural animal care.

All five youth prisons across Texas were on lockdown after at least two instances of kids assaulting correctional staff. KERA's Toluwani Osibamowo reports it's unclear when restrictions on visitation and movement throughout the facilities will end. The Lubbock Municipal Garden and Arts Center is offering booth space and seeking food vendors for its annual fall festival. Our Samantha Larned reports Vendors can register for the event online through August 30. You can find more information at LubbockGAC.org or contact the center by emailing GAC@mylubbock.us or calling 806-767-3724.