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Monday, April 13th, 2026

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Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 13th of April.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Veterans joined the 2026 Texas South Plains Honor Flight on Apr. 12 to visit the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier—then they attended a Military Women’s Memorial and got a surprise welcome at the National Museum of the Marine Corps.  KCBD
  • Area veterans took part in the Texas South Plains Honor Flight yesterday, visiting the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the Military Women’s Memorial, and receiving a surprise welcome at the National Museum of the Marine Corps - with help from Dr. Arica Black.  FOX34

CULTURE NEWS

  • KCBD received the Texas Broadcast News Award for best weather coverage in medium markets for its work covering the June 5 tornadoes. John Robison and Shania Jackson accepted the honor on April 11 in Austin — a recognition from the Texas Association of Broadcasters.  FOX34

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Lubbock introduced watering restrictions for automated sprinklers from Apr. 1 through Sept. 30. Residents may irrigate only twice a week based on the last digit of their address — hand-watering is not limited.  KKAM

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Texas Tech Red Raiders vs. Incarnate Word Cardinals Baseball

    2-5 p.m. — Dan Law Field at Rip Griffin Park — $14 each — Watch a thrilling college baseball matchup featuring the local Texas Tech Red Raiders.

    Wed, 4/15/26

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  • Ian Moore Band Live Performance

    7-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying performance of Ian Moore, blending soulful vocals with masterful guitar skills.

    Fri, 4/17/26

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  • Legends Of Classic Rock LIVE!

    7:30-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — Meet & Greet add-on available — Legendary supergroup featuring former members of iconic rock bands performing their greatest hits live.

    Sat, 4/25/26

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  • Eric Johnson Live

    7:00–9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary guitar virtuoso Eric Johnson performing live with his unique blend of rock, blues, and more.

    Tue, 4/28/26

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  • Ro$ama: The Orange Tour

    8-11 p.m. — The Garden — Ticket Link Available — Experience the vibrant sounds of Ro$ama live in Lubbock.

    Thu, 4/30/26

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  • Motley Inc - Tribute to Mötley Crüe

    7:30-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $22.50-$50.00 — Experience the epic debut of this tribute featuring the voice of Vince Neil from 'The Dirt'.

    Fri, 5/1/26

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  • Reggaeton and Latin Dance Night

    9 PM-1 AM — Jake's Sports Cafe — Ticketed event — Celebrate with reggaeton, dembow, merengue, and Latin dance hits in a lively environment.

    Sat, 5/2/26

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  • 2026 Vector Management CEU Program

    8 AM – 3 PM — Texas A&M AgriLife Research & Extension Center — $50.00 — Gain essential skills in vector control and surveillance to ensure community health.

    Tue, 5/5/26

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  • Salsa Classics with Tito Puente Jr. and Cactus Jazz Orchestra

    3:00-4:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $15-$50 — Celebrate Mother's Day with electrifying salsa classics performed by Tito Puente Jr. and an orchestra.

    Sun, 5/10/26

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