Road Safety Regulations
Summary
Remember that cool Buddy Holly crosswalk? Well, it's being removed because of new state road safety rules. It's a bummer for fans and a bit of a loss for local character.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Impact analysis
No direct financial impact mentioned, but it's a loss of a unique tourist draw.
The state's road safety initiatives get a win, even if it means losing a bit of local flair.
Fans of Buddy Holly and anyone who appreciated the unique landmark are losing out.
Mentions & discussions (7)
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Lubbock County sees spike in fatal crashes; Sheriff says he's frustrated
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Lubbock police identify 64-year-old struck and killed by pickup truck
Arnulfo Rodriguez, 64, was struck and killed by a pickup truck driven by Joseph Hernandez, 19, while crossing 50th Street in Lubbock, Texas on June 29, and the investigation is ongoing.
Pedestrian dies after being hit by pickup truck in Central Lubbock
LUBBOCK, Texas -- The Lubbock Police Department confirmed the pedestrian who was hit by a pickup truck on Monday night has passed away. LPD said officers responded to 50th Street and Avenue Q just before 10 p.m. on Monday. According to police, the pe...
Car strikes pedestrian in Central Lubbock, serious injuries reported
One person was seriously injured after being struck by a car at 50th and Avenue Q in Lubbock, Texas on Monday night.
Buddy Holly crosswalk in Texas hometown to be removed following governor's order on road safety
Buddy Holly crosswalk in Texas hometown to be removed following governor's order on road safety AP News
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