{"id":450335,"date":"2026-09-28T18:44:09","date_gmt":"2026-09-28T18:44:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/450335\/"},"modified":"2026-09-28T18:44:09","modified_gmt":"2026-09-28T18:44:09","slug":"lubbock-police-hosts-burgers-and-badges-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/450335\/","title":{"rendered":"Lubbock Police Hosts Burgers and Badges"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"text | article-text\">LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) -For the 5th year, the Lubbock Police Department is hosting Burgers and Badges Tuesday, October 6th at Clapp Park from 5-8 p.m. the first 1,000 people will get a free meal. There will be first responder vehicles, free music and safety city will be open. Your well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"figure-img img-fluid mx-auto d-block\" fetchpriority=\"low\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Lubbock Police Hosts Burgers and Badges\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/1790621049_108_NG2C4KL7YNBCHLNUWGKCQ5G3WI.png\" width=\"980\" height=\"980\" \/>Lubbock Police Hosts Burgers and Badges(LPD)US Congressional candidate Tom Sell Headlines Harvest Luncheon<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual Harvest Luncheon, presented by FiberMax-BASF, on Thursday, October 15th from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Scottish Rite Learning Center. This year\u2019s luncheon will feature Tom Sell, a fifth-generation West Texan, conservative leader, small business owner, and longtime advocate for the agricultural industry. \u201cAgriculture is the backbone of this community, and we at FiberMax BASF are incredibly proud to be able to sponsor the Harvest Luncheon. Community events like<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">this are important for not only education but fellowship.\u201d -Kerry King, Cotton Seeds Research and Production Manager. A proud graduate of Texas Tech University, Tom earned both a Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness and a law degree before beginning a career focused on serving West Texas and advancing the interests of farmers, ranchers, and rural communities.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Tom began his career working for Congressman Larry Combest (R-TX19), serving as his right-hand man while Combest chaired the U.S. House Agriculture Committee.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">During his time in Washington, Tom played a key role in advancing major legislation impacting agriculture, including the 2002 Farm Bill and the landmark Crop Insurance<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Reform Act of 2000. After returning to Lubbock, Tom co-founded a local business with former Congressman Combest. Together, they built a respected firm that continues to<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">champion the interests of West Texas producers, families, and communities across the southern High Plains and beyond.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Tom\u2019s life and career are deeply rooted in faith, family, and service. He and his wife, Kyla, his college sweetheart, raised their four children in Lubbock and remain active<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">in their church, community, and alma mater. Tom and Kyla also regularly mentor students at Texas Tech\u2019s Davis College of Agriculture.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">At this year\u2019s Harvest Luncheon, Tom will share his perspective on agriculture, West Texas, and the values that continue to shape the region. Drawing from his experience<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">in Washington, his work with agricultural producers, and his roots in the South Plains, Tom will offer insight into the challenges and opportunities facing agriculture and<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">rural communities today.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Sponsorships for this event are available. A table for 8 can be purchased for $500.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Individual tickets are available for $65 for members of the Lubbock Chamber of<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">Commerce, or $85 for future members. Tickets, tables, and sponsorships can be<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">purchased until October 7th at Harvest Luncheon &#8211; Lubbock Chamber of Commerce.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">For more information regarding the Harvest Luncheon and other upcoming events,<\/p>\n<p class=\"text | article-text\">please follow the Chamber on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.<\/p>\n<p>Copyright 2026 KCBD. 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