Daily editionWednesday, April 29th, 2026
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of April.
Community
Midnight Cravings, a monthly food truck event organized by Jerry Greene, offers food, live music + a festive atmosphere for night owls and families.
The next event is scheduled for Friday, May 8.
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Los Hermanos Familia will hold its 2026 Adelante Awards Gala on Friday, May 1 at the Merket Alumni Center (at Texas Tech University campus) where local men and youth will be recognized for career achievement and community service.
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Business
J M BBQ closed its 82nd Street location in April & its original 34th Street location remains open, continuing to serve classic Texas barbecue favorites for local fans.
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Culture
Lubbock readies for Cinco de Mayo with festive specials — Good Line Beer hosts a pop-up with Jimenez and live mariachi on Saturday, May 2, Little Woodrow’s stages weenie dog races on Sunday, May 3, while Chuy’s and Uncle Julio’s offer drink and taco deals later in early May.
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Buddy Holly’s legacy still inspires Lubbock artists who create unique sounds using the creative freedom of a hometown free from big-city pressures — a tradition that contributes to the area’s rich musical history.
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Education
Sixty-five students with disabilities celebrated their first field day at Shallowater High School this morning, organized by Honda Shared Services Agency from local districts, which promoted friendship & inclusion through sports and a shared meal.
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Government
Texas Tech researchers received a $1.75M TxDOT grant and will install LiDAR devices at crosswalks in Lubbock as part of a four-year study to improve pedestrian safety + trigger flashing warnings when a crash is detected.
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The City of Lubbock has closed the westbound lane on 34th Street from Milwaukee Avenue to Upland Avenue starting at 9:00 a.m. today for emergency utility work and plans to complete repairs by day’s end while eastbound traffic remains open.
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The City of Lubbock activated new traffic signals at 146th Street and Quaker Avenue to improve safety and reduce delays.
Drivers were urged to be extra cautious as they adjusted to the new pattern.
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Health
Gene Turnipseed from Lubbock is returning to dancing after doctors at Covenant Health switched his prostate cancer treatment to a laser therapy that eased his pain + boosted his strength.
His final treatment is scheduled in a couple weeks.
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Lubbock man Gene Turnipseed is receiving laser treatment at Covenant Health, which is helping reduce his pain so he can return to dancing.
His innovative therapy (with no side effects) shows promise after traditional treatments failed, and he will complete his final session in a few weeks.
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Lubbock Events
Ro$ama: The Orange Tour
Thursday, April 30th, 2026 · 8-11 p.m. — The Garden — Ticket Link Available — Experience the vibrant sounds of Ro$ama live in Lubbock.
Motley Inc - Tribute to Mötley Crüe
Friday, May 1st, 2026 · 7:30-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $22.50-$50.00 — Experience the epic debut of this tribute featuring the voice of Vince Neil from 'The Dirt'.
Reggaeton and Latin Dance Night
Saturday, May 2nd, 2026 · 9 PM-1 AM — Jake's Sports Cafe — Ticketed event — Celebrate with reggaeton, dembow, merengue, and Latin dance hits in a lively environment.
2026 Vector Management CEU Program
Tuesday, May 5th, 2026 · 8 AM – 3 PM — Texas A&M AgriLife Research & Extension Center — $50.00 — Gain essential skills in vector control and surveillance to ensure community health.
Salsa Classics with Tito Puente Jr. and Cactus Jazz Orchestra
Sunday, May 10th, 2026 · 3:00-4:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $15-$50 — Celebrate Mother's Day with electrifying salsa classics performed by Tito Puente Jr. and an orchestra.
Celebrate America: 1812 Overture
Saturday, May 23rd, 2026 · 6:00 – 10:30 p.m. — Lubbock Symphony Orchestra — Tickets required — Experience Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture and other American classics in a night of orchestral celebration.
Andy Hedges Album Release Celebration
Friday, May 29th, 2026 · 7-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — Ticket information not provided — Celebrate the release of Andy Hedges' new album with cowboy songs, poetry, and storytelling.