Daily editionMonday, March 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of March.
Community
North Lubbock's New Deal Farmers Market will open Saturday, April 4 and offer fresh produce, milk, eggs, baked goods, local honey, and artisan treats provided by Feed King at a convenient location near the business park.
Residents can enjoy a new option for Saturday mornings.
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Culture
Local foodies crowned Garcia’s enchilada sauce as the top choice in a 24-hour survey of over 120 residents, with Anna’s, Montelongo’s, Leal’s, & Mi Taco Village also recognized for their signature Tex-Mex flavors.
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The Silent Wings Museum is hosting an exhibit that uses WWII toys and games to show how families learned about wartime sacrifice.
The local display runs until the end of April (highlighting stories from the South Plains Army Flying School) and lets visitors see a unique slice of history.
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The Silent Wings Museum in Lubbock presents a new exhibit that uses WWII toys+games to show how families learned sacrifice during rationing.
The display features wooden toys, playing cards, and other artifacts and is open to the public until the end of April.
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Environment
Over the past months, city crews collected and buried hundreds of sick and dead geese found near Lubbock waterways — officials confirmed the water treatment system safely filters contaminants.
Cleanup efforts eased worries after the unsettling wildlife event.
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Lubbock Events
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.
Moses Snow as Elvis
Thursday, March 26th, 2026 · 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
Friday, March 27th, 2026 · 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.
Lubbock Undy Run/Walk 5K
Saturday, March 28th, 2026 · 9:30 a.m. — Buddy Holly Lake Recreation Area — $40 registration — Participate in a family-friendly undy-themed race supporting colorectal cancer awareness and research.
Texas Tech Red Raiders vs. Iowa State Cyclones
Sunday, March 29th, 2026 · 12-1 p.m. — Rocky Johnson Field — $40.00 — Catch the exciting matchup between the Texas Tech Red Raiders and the Iowa State Cyclones in Lubbock.