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Sunday, January 11th, 2026
Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The popular Roof bar known for its amazing views closed permanently after 13 years when Texas Tech took over the Raider Park parking garage near Jones AT&T Stadium. KKAM
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Texas recorded a new labor force high with 15.87 million workers and more than 14.34 million jobs as 168,000 new positions were added over the past year. The unemployment rate holds at 4.1% while investments in job training programs may bring new opportunities for local Lubbock employers + residents. KKAM
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Eastern New Mexico Greyhounds vs. Lubbock Christian Chaparrals Men's Basketball
1-4:30 p.m. — Rip Griffin Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting college basketball matchup at the Rip Griffin Center.
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Casey Pilgreen Live Concert
1-5 p.m. — Cactus Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an afternoon of lively country music with Casey Pilgreen and listen to hits like 'All Around Country Girl'.
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Friends of Library Book Sale
9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — George & Helen Mahon Public Library — Books from 25 cents — Browse through gently used books this weekend and support the local library.
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Lubbock January Conquest Tournament
10 AM – 7 PM — Stormcrow Games — $15 — Engage in competitive battles at this exciting gaming tournament.
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Lubbock Christian Chaparrals vs. Cameron Aggies
1-6 p.m. — Rip Griffin Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting matchup between the Chaparrals and the Aggies in this thrilling basketball showdown.
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The Day the Music Died 2026
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Buddy Holly Center — Free entry — Commemorate the 67th anniversary of the tragic plane crash that took Buddy Holly and others with documentary screenings and family activities.
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Journey Of A Lifetime - Tribute to Journey
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $22.50-$50.00 — Experience an electrifying tribute that brings you the iconic hits of Journey live on stage.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything.
~ George Bernard Shaw
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