Good morning, Lubbock.

Lubbock residents are scanning their phones today for fire weather warnings + Texas Tech sports updates and local family event info as they check local political news and restaurant reviews.

This trend highlights a broad mix of community interests in our city.

F & F Japanese Grill, a local favorite for fresh healthy meals, will close on Mar.

14; customers with gift cards must use them by that date.

F&F Japanese Grill in Lubbock has announced its closure on March 14, 2026; customers must use gift cards by then as the restaurant wraps up its two-year run.

The local favorite has served fresh, healthy meals to the community.

Lubbock's music community will gather Sunday, March 1 at Texas Cafe & Bar – The Spoon for Mike Pritchard’s Friends Fest, an afternoon of live music honoring his legacy; proceeds will benefit The Condra School, which offers student-centered education.

Lubbock fans on Facebook recently picked their all-time favorite concerts by naming The Eagles, Sir Paul McCartney and Sir Elton John as top live performers.

Their vote celebrates iconic shows that have marked the city's musical history.

Lubbock Feeders, a 50,000 head cattle feedlot, will close once its current inventory is fed and finished after 70 years in operation.

The closure comes amid tighter border restrictions and low cattle inventories, affecting farmers, truckers, and local suppliers.

Since 2019, The Museum at Texas Tech has partnered with Covenant Children’s Hospital to offer interactive learning events where kids explore science by painting planets via live stream.

The monthly sessions help children in hospital rooms learn + play to boost their healing.

City Manager Jarrett Atkinson told the City Council Tuesday that sales tax revenue is 6% above budget after collecting $10.8 million in February, following a $5 million shortfall last year that led to cuts and a hiring freeze.

The city will review non-public safety positions individually while keeping the freeze.

Lubbock Public Health confirmed a measles case in a local resident who was not vaccinated.

Officials say the virus was likely caught while traveling+ they will contact anyone exposed with guidance.

Lubbock Public Health confirmed the first measles case for 2026 on Feb.

24 (2:09 p.m.) in an unvaccinated local who likely contracted the virus while traveling; officials are tracking those exposed and urging a check of vaccination records.

West Texas Robotics Championship

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

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

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

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

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

7:20-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $7 — Catch the classic Western film 'True Grit' starring John Wayne in a nostalgic cinema experience.

Moses Snow as Elvis

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $25-$55 — Experience an authentic tribute to Elvis Presley with rising star Moses Snow at this historic venue.

Noise Pollution - The AC/DC Experience

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $22.50-$50.00 — Experience the electrifying tribute to rock legends AC/DC with Noise Pollution as they deliver an unforgettable concert from both eras.