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Saturday, April 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lubbock leaders are planning a tortilla throwing contest inspired by Texas Tech traditions to try and beat the world record of 119 feet set by a teen in Minnesota — the contest is scheduled for next football season. KFYO
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ City Donuts—a longtime Lubbock staple at 2245 19th St near Lubbock High—is earning glowing online reviews for its fresh, fluffy donuts and other treats. Locals also praise its friendly service and nostalgic feel. KKAM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Drivers in Lubbock should expect nighttime lane closures on the 50th Street bridge at I-27 next week due to ongoing maintenance work + detours will be set up along alternate routes. At 8:00 p.m. Monday, April 21, the westbound lanes will close and later work on the eastbound lanes will begin + drivers will be directed via the northbound frontage road and US 84 frontage route. KLBK
- ➤ Today at Texas Tech University, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins met with local farmers, educators and students in Lubbock to discuss current challenges in agriculture. The event (supported by House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington) aimed to highlight national efforts to strengthen rural America. KKAM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lubbock Public Health announced that its MMR vaccine clinic will extend its hours starting Tuesday, April 22 through May 3. The new schedule offers Tuesday 1:00–6:30 p.m., Wednesday 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., Thursday 1:00–6:30 p.m. and Saturday 12:00–3:00 p.m. while no clinic will be held on the Easter holiday weekend. KCBD
- ➤ Today, Lubbock Public Health urged parents to have infants as young as six months receive the MMR vaccine, and police confirmed that 22-year-old Victor Yanez, accused of fatally shooting Joshua Rios in north Lubbock, surrendered—while a judge postponed the re-sentencing hearing for Lyle and Erik Menendez pending a risk report. KCBD
- ➤ Covenant Medical Center is on diversion now because of a water main break and is continuing to care for admitted patients. The city is working to restore services while imaging and ambulance services will remain on diversion until operations return to normal and emergency centers on Quaker and Milwaukee Avenues stay open. KCBD
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Today a post on LBK Foodies showed that Nora's at 417 Frankford Avenue is nearly empty, and a local food advocate urged residents to help the small restaurant—known for its tasty food—by visiting and leaving positive reviews this weekend. KKAM
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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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Amanda Shires - Live in Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $20-$60 — Experience the Grammy-winning talents of Amanda Shires in an intimate setting at the historic venue.
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Spring Figure Drawing Sessions
1-4 p.m. — Louise Hopkins Underwood Center for the Arts — $5 per session or free for students — Enhance your artistic skills with live models in a supportive environment.
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Terracon 2025 Lunch & Learn Series: Construction Materials Testing Insights
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — Terracon Consultants Inc. — RSVP required — Learn about efficient reporting in construction materials testing in this informative series.
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Construction Materials Testing Lunch & Learn
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Terracon Consultants Inc. — RSVP required — Enhance your knowledge on efficient reporting in construction materials testing.
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Zach Williams Concert
7-11 p.m. — United Supermarkets Arena — Get tickets at axs.com — Experience an uplifting evening with Christian music star Zach Williams in Lubbock.
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Lubbock Welcome Home for Veterans
11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Lubbock Memorial Civic Center — Free entry — Celebrate and honor local veterans with fun, food, and community resources.
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Rob Schneider Live
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences — Cost TBA — Enjoy an evening of laughs with comedy star Rob Schneider, known for his unique blend of character and acting.
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