Good morning, Lubbock.

CASA of the South Plains has launched its 20th annual fundraising event Casas for CASA, which runs until May 30.

Community members can buy raffle tickets for a chance to win prizes including a custom-built playhouse, storage building, enclosed trailer, or a $3,500 MasterCard gift card as the nonprofit aims to raise $85,000 to support its volunteer programs.

Voice of Hope (a local nonprofit) is hosting its 17th annual sexual violence awareness walk called Step into Hope today at Safety City in Clapp Park (registration opens at 12 p.m. and the walk begins at 1 p.m.) to support survivors with resources.

The event was renamed from Walk a Mile in Her Shoes to drop the red high heel symbol and make it more inclusive.

Petty Officer Phyllis Wyss, a Slaton High graduate, is stationed at FACSFAC VACAPES where she works as an electronics technician managing equipment for air traffic and missile tests on the East Coast.

She joined the Navy to honor her grandfather’s legacy (linking her West Texas roots to high-tech service) and represents the community with pride.

Lifted Trucks hosted its grand opening today at 4222 Woodrow Rd. in Lubbock and made donations to the Lubbock Police Department and Fire Department as part of its 30th anniversary celebrations.

The event runs from noon until 2 p.m. and will feature live music, food from Mijos Tex Mex BBQ, and giveaways — inviting families to join the festivities.

Lubbock police arrested 31-year-old Sandy Bonilla-Munos on Wednesday after she abandoned her children following a high-speed crash and left one child at a grocery store—she now faces a $102,500 bond on charges including ICE detainer, child endangerment, and criminal mischief.

Bishop Robert Coerver of Lubbock recalled his personal meetings with Pope Francis and shared thoughts on the Pope’s legacy of mercy and unity.

The diocese will hold a memorial Mass today at Christ the King Cathedral at 2 p.m.—while the funeral is set in Rome at 10 a.m.

Texas Tech’s Tweissters weather team warns Lubbock residents to stay alert as severe weather risks remain high despite a shift in tornado alley—team members use Ka-band Mobile Doppler Radar trucks to track storms and advise residents to use safe shelter practices when warnings are issued.

The City of Lubbock began an 8-inch waterline installation at Martin Luther King Boulevard and 24th Street on Thursday and will finish work in about three weeks.

Rinks Lease Services, Inc. is repaving asphalt and boring underground—drivers must follow detours—as the project boosts water flow in local neighborhoods.

Lubbock offers many taco spots serving flavor-packed dishes from Jimenez’s famous Amigos plate — known for weekend barbacoa — to sit-down meals at The Plaza and trusted tacos al carbon at Rosa’s.

This variety showcases the city's strong Tex-Mex tradition for locals and visitors alike.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

That Mexican OT Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Cooks Garage — $40+ — Enjoy lively performances from That Mexican OT in a vibrant setting.