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Saturday, March 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Texas Tech University's President's Leadership Institute is hosting a food drive — supporting Raider Red's Pantry and Fostering the Future — during the Texas Tech vs. TCU baseball series at Dan Law Field. Donations were accepted Friday at 6:30 p.m., will be taken today at 2:00 p.m., and will be accepted Sunday at 1:00 p.m. KCBD
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire broke out at Rosa's Cafe at 5103 82nd Street on Thursday evening and Lubbock Fire Rescue crews quickly used the kitchen suppression system to control flames while a burning attic led to a public safety warning and the ansul system discharged its chemical, prompting the Health Department to be notified (there is no update on when the location will reopen). KKAM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A Taste of Ireland will bring world-class Irish dance and live music to The Buddy Holly Hall on April 21 (featuring champion performers such as Alliyah O’Hare) to showcase Ireland’s rich culture. The performance will include live music (with authentic instrument sounds) that will create a lively night for Lubbock audiences. KKAM
- ➤ Texas country singer Parker McCollum will perform at Lubbock’s United Supermarkets Arena on September 4 as part of his rebranded fall tour. Tickets go on sale March 28 at 10 a.m.—the tour features special guests and marks a return to his Red Dirt roots. KKAM
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A Lubbock resident claimed an anonymous $1 million win from a Texas Lottery scratch ticket purchased at Sonik Food Mart at 3908 Avenue Q—this win was the seventh top prize in the 500X game, which offers over $229 million in total prizes—adding to the game’s record of major payouts. KCBD
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ TxDOT said Slide Road at Loop 88 will be closed from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. on Monday, March 24 so crews can place beams for a new bridge as part of a $154.8 million project to convert FM 1585 into a six-lane freeway — southbound traffic will be detoured via Chicago Avenue and northbound via Quaker Avenue while work continues nightly until Saturday evening. KLBK
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, the Texas Department of State Health Services reported that 309 measles cases have been confirmed in 14 counties in the South Plains—Gaines County has 211 cases along with 40 hospitalizations and one death. Officials warn more cases will appear in the coming weeks as the outbreak, which began in January, continues to spread. Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
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Arrival From Sweden Concert in Lubbock
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $39-$95 — Experience the most authentic ABBA tribute with stunning performances and classic hits.
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Arrival From Sweden: ABBA Tribute Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $39-$95 — Experience the most authentic ABBA tribute with stunning performances and timeless hits.
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Lost Canyon Grand Opening
5-8 p.m. | Lost Canyon Studio + Shop | Free entry | Celebrate the grand opening with new scents, free drinks, and exclusive giveaways.
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Lubbock Undy Run/Walk 5K
9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Buddy Holly Lake Recreation Area — Benefiting Colorectal Cancer Alliance — Participate in a family-friendly run/walk to support cancer awareness and prevention.
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March Madness Barber Battle III
1-8 p.m. — Cowpokes — Free entry for models — Experience an exciting clash of barbering skills in this creative competition.
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Lubbock Book Festival Tickets Go on Sale April 1st
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.
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Priscilla Block Live Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Cooks Garage — Check venue for admission — Enjoy an evening of heartfelt country music from rising star Priscilla Block.
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Cincinnati Bearcats at Texas Tech Red Raiders Baseball
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Dan Law Field at Rip Griffin Park — Ticket prices vary — Experience an exciting college baseball showdown with the Bearcats taking on the Red Raiders.
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T.G. Sheppard 50th Anniversary Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $29-$78 — Celebrate 50 years of country music with T.G. Sheppard and enjoy his classic hits in an intimate setting.
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Colibri Duo Performs Beethoven, Bach & Faure
3-8 p.m. — Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences — Ticketed event — Delight in the rich sounds of cello and piano as the Colibri Duo explores classical and French compositions.
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