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Tuesday, April 14th, 2026
Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ H-E-B donated $100,000 to 10 local nonprofits as it plans to break ground on a new store later this year, with a late 2027 opening. Checks were presented Monday by H-E-B leaders + Mayor McBrayer to mark the community effort. KCBD
- ➤ Texas Tech University will host a public welcome celebration at 12:30 p.m. at Commuter West parking lot C16 next to its University System Building to honor the cheer squads after they swept national titles Friday. KCBD
- ➤ Playhouses dropped off Monday at Market Street (98th and Quaker) are part of a CASA raffle designed to fund volunteer advocates for foster kids. Tickets can be purchased online now while in-person sales run Friday through May 20. FOX34
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The KCBD First Alert Weather team won best weather coverage at the Texas Broadcast News Awards in Austin this weekend. KCBD's Angie Winn also spoke today at the Kappa Zeta Chapter of Chi Omega’s Founders Day celebration in Lubbock. KCBD
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Goodwill Industries of Northwest Texas is hosting a free shred day on Friday, Apr. 17 from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at its Career Resource Center (6520 University Ave., Suite 11) so community members can securely shred up to four boxes of documents and support sustainability. FOX34
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lubbock Fire Rescue highlighted 2025 gains with its new Eric Hill Memorial Station on 141st and Indiana and faster response times, along with Blocker 17—a traffic control measure to protect responders. The report said the team handled 27,435 emergencies, maintained its ISO Class-1 rating, and plans further upgrades. FOX34
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local tattoo experts advise residents to review art portfolios and opt for licensed shops that follow proper aftercare instructions (to prevent infections), noting that lower prices can lead to faded designs and costly touch-ups later. KFYO
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Texas Tech Red Raiders vs. Incarnate Word Cardinals Baseball
2-5 p.m. — Dan Law Field at Rip Griffin Park — $14 each — Watch a thrilling college baseball matchup featuring the local Texas Tech Red Raiders.
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Ian Moore Band Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying performance of Ian Moore, blending soulful vocals with masterful guitar skills.
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Legends Of Classic Rock LIVE!
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — Meet & Greet add-on available — Legendary supergroup featuring former members of iconic rock bands performing their greatest hits live.
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Eric Johnson Live
7:00–9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary guitar virtuoso Eric Johnson performing live with his unique blend of rock, blues, and more.
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Ro$ama: The Orange Tour
8-11 p.m. — The Garden — Ticket Link Available — Experience the vibrant sounds of Ro$ama live in Lubbock.
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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'.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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