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Saturday, April 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Catholic Charities of Lubbock offered Lego-themed activities on Friday at Guadalupe Early Learning Center to launch Child Abuse Prevention Month and is providing free programs (Family and Youth Success, Parent Empowerment, Kinship Navigation) to support local children and families. The non-profit plans to continue these free services throughout the month. FOX34
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On March 12, Lubbock Fire Rescue responded to a call at Texas Tech when a natural gas leak caused green flames, explosions, and power outages that forced campus evacuations—documents show that crews measured high levels of methane and toxic gases while Atmos Energy and Lubbock Power & Light shut off utilities. Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Alec Mendoza, 26, from Lubbock pleaded guilty to sexually abusing a 10-year-old girl and was sentenced Friday to life in federal prison by U.S. District Judge James Wesley Hendrix — he abused the child for over two years. KLBK
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Texas Tech University will host two events next week to help students, parents and educators prepare for an AI-driven future. AI strategist Amy Love will lead sessions that focus on using technology to build skills needed for future work. KCBD
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Texas Department of State Health Services reported 481 measles cases in the South Plains and Panhandle as of Friday, April 4, with 33 cases in Lubbock County and several cases confirmed at Tiny Tots daycare. One unvaccinated school-aged child died and officials urged residents to complete their two-dose MMR vaccine to help prevent further spread. KLBK
- ➤ Tiny Tots U Learning Academy (13706 University Ave) reported several measles cases and has sent all unvaccinated children home for 21 days while working with the Lubbock Health Department to slow the outbreak. The CDC reported 607 confirmed cases in 22 states, with most hospitalizations in children under 5 and one measles death in Texas. KFYO
- ➤ A measles outbreak was reported at Tiny Tots U Learning Academy in Lubbock after several children who had not gotten all their shots got sick— the center stayed open but sent unvaccinated kids home for 21 days while it worked with the Lubbock Health Department to stop the spread. KKAM
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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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Revere Capital Lubbock Lunch and Learn
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM — Lubbock Country Club — Free entry — Casual lunch session to expand your knowledge with Revere Capital.
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Texas Tech Red Raiders vs. Baylor Bears
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Dan Law Field at Rip Griffin Park — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling college baseball showdown supporting a good cause.
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Medicare 101 Brunch
11 AM – 1 PM — Lubbock County Clerk's Office — Free entry — Discover the ins and outs of Medicare while enjoying a delicious brunch.
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Spyro Gyra Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $32.50-$75 — Celebrate 50 years of iconic jazz with Spyro Gyra live in concert.
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11th Lubbock Lights: Los Hometown Boys
7-11 PM — Allen Theatre — $23 GA, free for students — Celebrate the legacy of Los Hometown Boys, a beloved Tejano/Conjunto band with deep local roots.
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Carmina Burana Concert in Lubbock
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of the timeless orchestral masterpiece Carmina Burana.
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A Taste of Ireland
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening filled with lively Irish music and dance sensations following its Off-Broadway success.
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Emerging Leaders Lunch & Learn
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — S. H. Kress and Co. Building — $30 — Gain practical leadership insights while networking with peers over lunch.
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Arizona State Sun Devils vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders Softball Game
6-10 p.m. — Rocky Johnson Field — Ticket information available — Cheer on the Texas Tech Red Raiders as they face off against the Arizona State Sun Devils in an exciting softball matchup.
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