Daily editionThursday, March 20th, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of March.
Community
Ahavah Foundation—founded by Toni Jennings in 2021—operates four group homes in Lubbock for adults with mental disabilities and now seeks volunteers to help with outings and daily activities.
Volunteers must be 17 or older and pass a background check.
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Business
Lubbock chefs Jon Walter and Noah Meek have teamed up to bring French-inspired breakfast and pastries to downtown Lubbock.
Emerald House Pastry Parlor — located inside Chez Sami at 1219 Crickets Avenue — will open Saturday, March 22 at 7:00 a.m. and serve breakfast and pastries from Tuesday to Saturday.
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Culture
Comedian Anjelah Johnson-Reyes returns today to perform her Family Reunion Tour at 7 p.m. at the Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences in Lubbock+ she shared details of touring with her new toddler and her journey in stand-up comedy during an interview with James Eppler.
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Education
Today, Code Ninjas in Lubbock is helping girls start in STEM by offering coding and tech camps during Women’s History Month, with fourth-grader Violet Gillen building her first video game.
The program still has openings for day camps, with Minecraft offered today and stop motion animation tomorrow (director Amy Slaughter noted).
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The Frenship Chess team qualified for nationals in Orlando set for May 8-11 and is hosting fundraising events—Spirit Nights beginning at 11:30 a.m. Sunday, March 23 at Panda Express, with events at Red Robin on March 31, Parry’s Pizza on April 6, and again on April 24—to help cover travel costs. The team seeks sponsors to pay for travel and room and board, especially for its only female competitor.
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Ella Vazquez of Calhoun High School was named Athlete and Scholar of the Week by Victory Auto Group.
She plays varsity soccer and tennis, leads her school band, and serves on student council and in the National Honor Society while receiving a $50 gift certificate and being entered for a $1250 scholarship (award details).
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Health
Texas Tech University is investigating a potential measles exposure at the Carpenter-Wells Complex and Student Health Clinic from March 4 to March 12.
The university said it will contact those who may have been exposed (including affected dormitory residents) as health officials track the outbreak across the South Plains.
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Lubbock Events
Do Portugal Circus at South Plains Mall
Friday, March 21st, 2025 · Experience an animal-free circus show featuring breathtaking stunts and acrobatics, perfect for families and friends alike.
TCU Horned Frogs vs Texas Tech Red Raiders Baseball
Saturday, March 22nd, 2025 · This event features a college baseball game between the TCU Horned Frogs and the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Dan Law Field in Lubbock, Texas.
Arrival From Sweden Concert in Lubbock
Wednesday, March 26th, 2025 · 7:30-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $39-$95 — Experience the most authentic ABBA tribute with stunning performances and classic hits.
The Ransom Brothers Live
Thursday, March 27th, 2025 · 9 PM - 1 AM | Blue Light | Tickets at the door | Experience Austin's The Ransom Brothers with their unique blend of slide guitar riffs and fierce fiddle solos.
Lost Canyon Grand Opening
Friday, March 28th, 2025 · 5-8 p.m. | Lost Canyon Studio + Shop | Free entry | Celebrate the grand opening with new scents, free drinks, and exclusive giveaways.
Lubbock Wine Festival 2025
Saturday, March 29th, 2025 · 12-9 p.m. | The Ranch at Reese Event Center | Admission includes all tastings and a souvenir glass | Explore over 40 wines from Texas wineries in a more personal indoor setting.
On-Site Tour of Brookdale Monterey
Sunday, March 30th, 2025 · 9 AM - 7 PM | Brookdale Monterey | Free entry | Discover the best in senior living with nutritious meals, engaging activities, and friendly community support.
Lubbock Book Festival Tickets Go on Sale April 1st
Tuesday, April 1st, 2025 · Tickets for the Lubbock Book Festival — Lubbock's most novel event featuring more than 70 authors and vendors — will go on sale April 1st. The event raises money for Literacy Lubbock's literacy and education programs.
Priscilla Block Live Concert
Thursday, April 3rd, 2025 · 7-9:30 p.m. — Cooks Garage — Check venue for admission — Enjoy an evening of heartfelt country music from rising star Priscilla Block.
Cela Harper Acoustic Performance
Friday, April 4th, 2025 · 6-10 p.m. — United Supermarkets Arena — Ticket info not provided — Texas singer-songwriter Cela Harper surprises with her unique sound in an acoustic set for Diamond Rio.