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Thursday, March 12th, 2026
Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Lubbock Chamber of Commerce, County Commissioner’s Court, City Council and South Plains Coalition for Child Abuse Prevention will launch the 15th Go Blue campaign—raising awareness in National Child Abuse Prevention Month. A conference and ribbon-cutting will occur on Wednesday, April 1 at 9 a.m. at 1500 Broadway, Suite 101. FOX34
- ➤ Local leaders launch the 15th Annual Go Blue Lubbock County campaign to raise child abuse prevention awareness. The campaign will begin on April 1 at 9 a.m. at the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce (1500 Broadway, Suite 101) and include a child abuse conference on April 24. KCBD
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Residents evacuated for a gas leak near 18th St. and Toledo Ave returned home around 11 a.m. today after Lubbock Fire Rescue confirmed the area was safe (a third party damaged a four-inch gas line). ATMOS will repair the line over the next week. FOX34
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Comedian Brad Williams will perform his Tall Tales Tour on Sunday at 7:30 p.m. at Buddy Holly Hall. He said his act avoids political jokes to keep humor accessible for local audiences. KCBD
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lubbock ISD began demolition of O.L. Slaton Middle School on Wednesday for a new elementary school serving Bean Elementary at 32nd and Avenue Q. The new school will open in August 2028 as part of a plan that consolidates five campuses into three. KCBD
- ➤ Atmos Energy employees visited Bean Elementary on Wednesday to read to pre-K and kindergarten students as part of its Fueling Safe and Thriving Communities program. Lubbock mayor Mark McBrayer, Councilman Gordan Harris, ISD staff and volunteers were on hand as students left with backpacks containing a new book and supplies. KCBD
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Covenant Children's is opening a new neonatal intensive care unit for babies born before 30 weeks. The facility adds nine NICU beds, lower lighting, and quieter noise levels to better support patients in the region. KCBD
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Lubbock locals can enjoy hearty bowls of pho at top-rated spots like Pho District 1, Fun Noodle Bar, West Table, Bangkok Thai and Saigon Cafe today. First-timers may also order a banh mi (a Vietnamese sandwich) for an extra taste kick. KFYO
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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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Gary P Nunn - Texas Legend Live at Cactus Theater
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $25-$70 — Experience the legendary Texas music icon Gary P Nunn performing live.
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Wade Forster Live at The Blue Light
7-11 p.m. — Blue Light — $20 Adv GA ($25 at the door) — Experience the real stories of country music from Wade Forster, a true Aussie cowboy on a rise in the U.S.
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