Texas unemployment remains high at 6.9%

Though slightly lower than September figures, Texas unemployment remains high at 6.9 percent compared to a year ago at the same time at 3.6 percent. The U.S. unemployment rate is also 6.9 percent according to the U3 figures released by the U.S. Labor Department.

State may face C-19 vaccine distribution issues

COVID-19 vaccines may be coming soon but will not be available to most Texans for months. The vaccine is expected to initially be in short supply and will be first distributed to a state-selected group of people considered to be essential workers or most vulnerable to being severely sickened.

Game wardens increase mule deer patrols

Lubbock district game wardens will be dedicating extra patrol hours and state assets to the mule deer hunting season which occurs in southwestern Panhandle counties from Nov. 21 -29.