Daily editionMonday, February 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of February.
Community
Twenty-two volunteers joined the World Mission Society Church of God at McKenzie Park Sunday — over 30 bags of trash were collected to maintain the park’s cleanliness for the community.
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Government
Lubbock County will open its new medical examiner’s facility Thursday near the county detention center, ending years of outsourcing forensic and autopsy services.
The project was funded by a 2023 bond + contracted with UMC to meet future needs.
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James Talarico, a Senate candidate, visited Lubbock Sunday to stress rising living costs, education, and health care while warning against billionaire policies.
Congresswoman Crockett will visit Monday as the primary race strengthens locally.
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Lubbock County’s new medical examiner’s office will open Thursday near the county detention center to provide local forensic and autopsy services after years of outsourcing.
Voters approved funding in a 2023 bond election and UMC is contracted to support services, and the facility offers room for future expansion.
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Lubbock Events
West Texas Robotics Championship
Saturday, February 28th, 2026 · 7:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. — Lubbock Memorial Civic Center — Free entry — Witness innovative robotics teams as they showcase their creations and compete for glory.
Needtobreathe Concert
Sunday, March 1st, 2026 · 7:30-9:30 p.m. — Buddy Holly Hall — Ticket info available online — Enjoy an evening of live music by Needtobreathe in Lubbock's premier venue.
Casey James Solo Acoustic
Friday, March 6th, 2026 · 7:30-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — Ticket prices TBD — Experience an acoustic night with Casey James and special guest Chad Miller, blending blues, jazz, and country sounds.
Larry Gatlin Concert
Friday, March 13th, 2026 · 7:30-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $37.50-$85 — Enjoy an evening with Grammy-winning country singer Larry Gatlin as he performs live in Lubbock.
Jody Nix and The Texas Cowboys Live Concert
Saturday, March 14th, 2026 · 7:30-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $25-$50 — Experience the legendary Jody Nix and his Texas Cowboys in a night of traditional country and western swing music.
Cactus Classic Cinema - True Grit Screening
Wednesday, March 25th, 2026 · 7:20-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $7 — Catch the classic Western film 'True Grit' starring John Wayne in a nostalgic cinema experience.