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Wednesday, April 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 53-year-old Lubbock man was arrested Friday for threatening Senator Charles Perry and his family—he called the Star-Plus Crises Hot Line on April 16—and he said he would make the senator suffer as retribution—threats that also referenced a United Healthcare CEO’s murder—according to police documents. KLBK
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Lubbock Listening Room will host musician Ross Cooper on Saturday at 7:15 p.m. as he explores his Lubbock roots and musical journey with guest Aiden Logsdon (featuring hors d’oeuvres by Texas Pitmaster Ian Timmons and commemorative posters by Johnny Velvet). KLBK
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lubbock residents are advised to review the difference between a tornado watch and a tornado warning as storm season nears—conditions that may favor tornado formation versus actual twisters. Local officials say residents should move to a secure interior room away from windows immediately when a warning is issued. KFYO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Early voting for the May 3 municipal, school and special elections ends today and the ballot includes a bond proposal for Lubbock ISD. Hundreds gathered in O’Donnell to honor Dawson County Sheriff’s Deputy Jessie Perez who died last week — and the House passed the Take it Down Act to make revenge porn a federal crime. KCBD
- ➤ Lubbock Fire Rescue repurposed an old fire engine into Blocker 17 — a truck with LED warning lights, arrow boards and message signs — at Fire Station 17 near Indiana Avenue and South Loop 289 to protect first responders and drivers on high-speed roads. The truck follows plans made by the Roadway Safety Committee after a deadly January crash and will support local police, EMS, the Sheriff's Office and TxDOT. KLBK
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Texas Tech Athletics has launched the Double T Varsity Cares Program to offer mental health support to former athletes and their immediate families. The program provides crisis assistance via a hotline (877-309-6888) and connects callers to local and nationwide resources. KCBD
- ➤ Senior CDC officials visited a drive-through measles testing and vaccine clinic in Seminole on Tuesday to help local teams and learn from their work. Local health leaders said state and community groups lead the fight while the CDC provides support—steps aimed at keeping people safe. FOX34
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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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