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Friday, April 25th, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lubbock chef Tahn Rittiluechai sold his restaurant when nearby construction hurt his business and now volunteers at Meals On Wheels 2-3 days a week. He uses his cooking skills to prepare meals for neighbors in need—helping those who require extra support. KKAM
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Fieldhouse Deli has opened a new take-out spot in Lubbock — at 82nd Street and Quaker Avenue — run by Jeremy Waller and his wife Heather. The deli uses a secret bread recipe and fresh ingredients, and it plans to add cinnamon rolls and flavored teas soon. KLBK
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officer John Barber of Lubbock PD, who served over 18 years on the Mounted Patrol Unit and trained fellow officers—also known for his leatherwork for Texas Tech’s Masked Rider—died after battling cancer. KLBK
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ At a Tuesday event at UMC Health in Lubbock, experts said many rural women must drive far for safe maternal care and warned that hospitals need more on-site help and funding. They noted that many areas lack nearby hospitals, leaving moms to travel long distances for care. FOX34
- ➤ A local parent said the Lubbock McDonald's crew on 34th & Quaker helped when their child had a seizure by calling 911 and managing the situation until medical help arrived—this act has made the crew go viral on social media. KKAM
- ➤ Maternal health experts met at UMC Health System in Lubbock to discuss how rural Texas mothers must sometimes travel far for care and lack basic supports. They said many counties have few birth facilities and that new laws and programs like a free doula service may soon help close these gaps—offering a path to safer births. KCBD
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A local photographer released a tour of Lubbock’s best food spots for 2025—featuring fine dining, fast food, and budget-friendly eats. The guide helps locals decide where to enjoy lunch, dinner, or a celebration. KFYO
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A Lubbock men’s gymnastics team has qualified for the Men’s Development Program National Championships in Salt Lake City from May 5th through 11th, with gymnasts Paxton Daniel, Will Brackeen, Wyatt Woodson, and Greighson Fankhauser set to compete. Three TEGA gymnasts are also competing in the Western National Championships in Reno today through April 27th—highlighting the team’s strong national presence. FOX34
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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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Hunter Hicks Live
7-11 p.m. — Blue Light — Tickets available — Enjoy the unique Texas sound of Hunter Hicks, inspired by Red Dirt and Country music.
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Lubbock Health Fair
10 a.m.-2 p.m. — Lubbock Adult Activity Center — Free entry — Explore health and wellness resources available in the community from local professionals.
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Men Are From Mars, Women Are From Venus Live!
2-6 p.m. — Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences — Tickets available — Celebrate the 10th anniversary with a comedic take on the differences between men and women inspired by the bestselling book.
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