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Tuesday, April 29th, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Army Air Force Sergeant RL Tyler, who died as a prisoner of war in the Philippines over 80 years ago, was laid to rest with his family in O’Donnell on Saturday—his remains were identified after exhumation from the Manila American Cemetery. KCBD
- ➤ Army Air Force Sergeant RL Tyler, a World War II soldier who died as a prisoner of war in the Philippines over 80 years ago—was laid to rest with his family in O’Donnell on Saturday. He died July 19th and his remains were confirmed in a 2018 exhumation—underscoring his long-remembered service. FOX34
- ➤ 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. KCBD
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 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. KLBK
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 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. KLBK
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. KLBK
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ 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. KKAM
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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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That Mexican OT Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Cooks Garage — $40+ — Enjoy lively performances from That Mexican OT in a vibrant setting.
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Joyful Ventures 5K Run and Family Joy Walk
9 AM – 1 PM — Mackenzie Main City Park — $40 entry — A family-friendly 5K supporting breast cancer and hyperglycinemia awareness.
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Signed Book Raffle Fundraiser
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.
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