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Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Buffalo Springs Lake, southeast of Lubbock, will charge adults $20 and allow free entry for two children 15 and under per paying adult as the new fees fund planned improvements including redone beaches, new pavilions, and rebuilt nature trails. KKAM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Former teacher and coach Kim Chaffin read her children's book (Breaking the Huddle) to local kids in Smyer on Monday. She wrote the book to honor her late father and to teach lessons on confidence and courage. FOX34
- ➤ On Monday, Mar. 2, Texans celebrated Texas Independence Day, marking 190 years since the Texas Declaration of Independence. The event featured prideful displays, Texas tunes, and movies highlighting the state's heritage. KKAM
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Texas Tech’s Rawls College of Business Center for Real Estate was renamed Monday in honor of alumni John and Rachel Brownlee. They created an advisory board that increased instruction, research, and industry links for nearly 300 students enrolled in the center's commercial real estate courses. KCBD
- ➤ Texas Tech renamed its Rawls College of Business Center for Real Estate Monday in honor of alumni John and Rachel Brownlee; the couple established the advisory board that hired instructors, boosted research, and connected nearly 300 students with industry professionals. FOX34
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 3rd St. in Lubbock is closed between Santa Fe Dr. and Boston Ave. for road repairs + Indiana Ave.'s northbound lanes and parts of 34th St. are closed for emergency sewer repairs; both projects will finish by Tuesday, Mar. 10, and drivers are advised to take alternate routes. FOX34
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Texas Tech men's basketball team is now 22-7 and ranked in the AP Top 10 after winning three games in a row despite losing star JT Toppin. They will play a home game against TCU in Lubbock before the Big 12 Tournament. KFYO
- ➤ Texas Tech and LCU esports clubs host Battle for 806 this Saturday to raise funds for the Children's Miracle Network. The event starts at 10:30 a.m. with a panel and noon competitions in Rocket League, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and Valorant at Tech's media building (LCU streaming Valorant). FOX34
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Hope in Every Color Run
9 AM – 12 PM — Buffalo Springs Lake — Supportive entry fee — Celebrate hope and healing with a vibrant running experience.
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Texas Tech Red Raiders vs. Iowa State Cyclones
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.
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Free Tax Preparation Service
9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. — Lubbock Adult Activity Center — Free service — Receive free tax assistance from AARP with no appointment needed on a first-come basis.
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