Thursday, January 16th, 2025

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Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dave's Hot Chicken will open its first location in Lubbock, offering a unique range of spicy chicken tenders and sliders from January 17. KKAM
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Emergency crews respond to a structure fire in central Lubbock, with causes and injuries still unknown. KCBD
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Lubbock Police Department achieved a 100% clearance rate for murder cases in 2024, through a collaborative effort between local, county, and state law enforcement. Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Leprino Foods inaugurates a new mozzarella cheese and nutrition product plant in Lubbock, marking a $1 billion investment, the largest in the city's history, and promising 600 jobs by 2026. KLBK
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ In Lubbock, Texas, over 35 families faced court for their children's school absences, highlighting the shift in legal responsibility to parents for ensuring attendance. KCBD
SPORTS NEWS
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Chris Hudgins Live Performance
Texas recording artist Chris Hudgins brings his soulful R&B and Soul musical vibe to Manhattan 9 in Lubbock.
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Braxton Keith Live Performance
Braxton Keith will be performing live at Cook's Garage in Lubbock, Texas.
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Ronnie and The Redwoods Live Performance
Experience the heartfelt Americana and Rock music of Ronnie and The Redwoods, featuring deep lyrics and influences from the blues, folk, and country of West Texas.
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Onyx Storm Book Release Celebration
Celebrate the launch of Rebecca Yarros' third book in The Empyrean Series, Onyx Storm, with a special in-store event that requires proof of purchase for entry.
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Garrison Keillor Live - An Evening of Storytelling and Song
Garrison Keillor will perform an evening of stand-up, storytelling, audience participation, and a cappella sing-alongs, focusing on the beauty of growing old and community memories.
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Traffic Safety Course at Golden Corral
A six-hour traffic safety course that includes meals and requires prior registration, designed for court-required education in Lubbock, TX.
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156/Silence and VCTMS Concert at Jake's Sports Cafe
The event features a live concert by 156/Silence and VCTMS at Jake's Sports Cafe in Lubbock, highlighting their unique music styles.
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Texas Groundwater Association Annual Convention 2025
The TGWA Annual Convention serves as the largest gathering for water well professionals in Texas, focusing on education, networking, and fundraising.
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Texas Tech Red Raiders vs. TCU Horned Frogs
This is a college basketball game featuring Texas Tech University and Texas Christian University at the United Supermarkets Arena in Lubbock.
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NFPA 70E and Arc Flash Safety Training Course in Lubbock, TX
This training course offers essential NFPA 70E and Arc Flash safety education aimed at electricians and maintenance technicians to enhance understanding of electrical hazards and safety protocols.
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