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Listen In, Lubbock: The future of rural Texas

Three million Texans live in rural communities across the state. Their towns might be small, but they face big challenges. Healthcare, education and jobs are just some issues on their minds.

The Future of Rural Texas is the focus of an upcoming Texas Tribune event in Lubbock. We’re previewing what you can expect.

Guest:
Jayme Lozano, The Texas Tribune

Helpful links:
The Future of Rural Texas event page

Rural Texas is the state’s foundation. And it’s in jeopardy from The Texas Tribune

Sarah Self-Walbrick is the news director at Texas Tech Public Media, where she leads the news team and focuses on underreported stories in Lubbock. Sarah is a Lubbock native and a three-time graduate of Texas Tech University. She started her career at the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal.