Daily editionTuesday, April 29th, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of April.
Community
Prosperity Bank and the Lubbock Rotary Club will honor five first responders at the Unsung Heroes Award Ceremony on Thursday — an event recognizing their service to Lubbock.
The ceremony will run from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Prosperity Bank Conference Center near 16th St. and Ave. Q.
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Culture
The Buddy Holly Center will host Lubbock’s First Friday Art Trail on May 2 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at 1801 Crickets Avenue, featuring the In Silico exhibition by Sean W Scully & collaborators, free admission, and refreshments, with the exhibition running through May 18 and a closing reception from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
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Education
This summer, kids in Lubbock can join camps that teach science, sports and music.
Camp Invention runs at Lubbock-Cooper Central Elementary from June 2 to 6 plus at Frenship ISD’s North Ridge Elementary from June 9 to 13, Breakthrough Basketball Camp is held at Premiere sportsplex from July 9 to 11, Nike Softball Camp takes place at LCU from June 16 to 19, and various Texas Tech camps offer more options.
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Government
The City of Lubbock announced that Lone Star Dirt and Paving, Inc. closed 66th Street from Upland Avenue to Marsha Sharp Freeway on Monday, April 28 for a 60-day period to pave the road and build a low water crossing needed for drainage at the Upland Avenue intersection (detours have been posted to guide alternate routes). Citizens are advised to drive with caution or avoid the area.
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Sports
Texas Tech announced a $1.3 billion plan to renovate United Supermarkets Arena and change college basketball.
The arena will feature a 360° scoreboard, augmented reality displays, a retractable roof, and a new training center — changes designed to boost game day excitement — as the project moves forward.
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Lubbock Events
Construction Materials Testing Lunch & Learn
Thursday, May 1st, 2025 · 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Terracon Consultants Inc. — RSVP required — Enhance your knowledge on efficient reporting in construction materials testing.
Lutheran Camp Golf Tournament
Friday, May 2nd, 2025 · 8 AM – 1:30 PM — Shadow Hills Golf Course — Registration fee required — Swing for a cause at this charitable golf event supporting youth camps.
Lubbock Welcome Home for Veterans
Saturday, May 3rd, 2025 · 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
Sunday, May 4th, 2025 · 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
Thursday, May 8th, 2025 · 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
Friday, May 9th, 2025 · 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!
Saturday, May 10th, 2025 · 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.
Emerging Leaders Lunch & Learn
Thursday, May 15th, 2025 · 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — S. H. Kress and Co. Building — $30 — Gain insights and network with peers while enjoying lunch designed to unlock your leadership potential.
Joyful Ventures 5K Run and Family Joy Walk
Saturday, May 17th, 2025 · 9 AM – 1 PM — Mackenzie Main City Park — $40 entry — A family-friendly 5K supporting breast cancer and hyperglycinemia awareness.
Signed Book Raffle Fundraiser
Monday, May 19th, 2025 · Literacy Lubbock is excited to announce our Spring Book Raffle—a blooming opportunity to win amazing book-themed prizes and support adult literacy programs right here on the South Plains! With signed books from Rebecca Yarros, Colleen Hoover, Darynda Jones, and so many more, each raffle ticket purchased provides free reading, writing, and English language classes for adults in our community.