Remember those awesome Buddy Holly crosswalks in Lubbock? Well, they're getting painted over. Apparently, the federal government says they don't meet safety standards, so the city has to ditch the cool designs.
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Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 1 the 90 before that.
The postponement delays any potential revenue generation or financial commitments associated with the naming rights agreement.
The Pickering Family Foundation and the City of Lubbock would have benefited from a finalized agreement.
Fans of Buddy Holly and anyone who enjoyed the unique artistic flair of the crosswalks will be disappointed.
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Lubbock Will Remove Buddy Holly-Themed Crosswalk After Federal Crackdown The New York Times