Lubbock County Approves Expo Center Project


Author: The Daily News Now! March 12, 2026 Duration: 1:58
Podcast episode
Lubbock County Approves Expo Center Project

Lubbock County Advances Towards New Expo Center: Strict Conditions, Strong Support

Lubbock Countys Local Government Corporation approved a resolution for a public-private partnership to build a new expo center, set to cost $67 million. The county will cover $32 million through a 30-year bond, with the nonprofit partner securing private donations or a backup loan. The center will be leased to the partner for daily operations, with leftover taxes covering shortfalls and $5 million reserved for surprises. Local leaders, including Rachel Elbert and Eddie McBride, showed support, citing the need for a venue since the old coliseums closure. The project is on track, with improved communication and costs within budget, and lease talks expected to begin soon.

Support the show:
Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn.

Advertise on DNN:
advertise@thednn.ai

This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.
Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

View sources & latest updates:
https://sources.thednn.ai/3acfa1bc43736573


More episodes

Duration: 1:09
Starting March 2nd, Third Street in Lubbock will be fully closed for essential road work, affecting local traffic flow. The project aims to enhance road safety and smoothness. City leaders advise seeking detours, avoidin…

Duration: 1:08
Book enthusiasts in Lubbock, Texas, flock to the Friends of the Library sale, seeking bargains on books, music, and more. The event, held annually, supports library programs and enhances community access to knowledge. Do…

Duration: 1:09
President Trump visits Port of Corpus Christi, emphasizing energy policies; supporters and protesters gather, key guests include Senators Cruz and Cornyn, and actor Dennis Quaid. Support the showGet a discount at https:/…

Duration: 1:32
Texas Tech University students and faculty protest new course review policies, claiming they limit open education and politicize higher learning. The policies, introduced by Chancellor Brandon Creighton, require board ov…

Duration: 1:36
Jonathan Abare, a 49-year-old man, was sentenced to six years in prison for his role in the fatal beating and strangulation of Clinton Boadie Park, 52, in Lubbock. Abare pleaded guilty to manslaughter, avoiding a trial,…

Duration: 1:07
Jonathan Abare, a 49-year-old from Lubbock, Texas, was sentenced to six years in prison for manslaughter in the death of Clinton Bodie Park. The violent altercation led to Parks death, and while Abare initially faced mur…

Logo
Select station
VOL