Daily editionFriday, May 1st, 2026
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of May.
Community
Chad Hasty, a longtime talk show host on KFYO for over 20 years, died peacefully in his sleep Thursday morning (he was 43).
KFYO will air a tribute edition later today to honor his service to local listeners.
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The South Plains Young Marines will hold a car wash fundraiser on May 9 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the American Legion (tickets $5) to support their June encampment at Copper Breaks State Park.
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Faithful Journey Home Care partners with nonprofit Dave’s Wish to host a fundraiser that will help hospice families meet bills such as groceries and rent; flyers inform donors to trigger flamingo visits (a local community game of tag) during the event.
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At Haven Animal Care Shelter, traumatized pets are given recovery care before adoption + a two-week foster period and interviews help match them with new families.
Founder Brenda Wilbanks said the program supports pets with physical injuries and emotional trauma as they adjust.
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The Missing Moms Luncheon is scheduled for Saturday, May 9 at LCU Baker Conference Center (5601 19th Street) from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. It will feature speaker Rachel Wojo offering prayers and hope to women who have experienced loss.
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Culture
Jimenez Y Friends is hosting a barbecue popup event this weekend at Good Line Beer Company — 2611 Boston Avenue — at noon until they sell out.
The event features smoked meats and a new Mexican lager brewed with corn tortillas to mark a pre-Cinco de Mayo celebration.
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Health
This week, health inspectors found and corrected sanitation issues at three local restaurants in Lubbock, with Vizio’s African Bar & Restaurant, District 1 King Claw & Lounge and Rise N Shine Donuts having food temperature and cross-contamination problems.
Most violations were fixed during the inspections.
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Sports
Texas Tech Athletics said it is surprised by an NCAA inquiry into quarterback Brendan Sorsby’s past gambling activity & noted that no betting alerts have been received since his arrival.
The investigation may influence the team as it prepares for upcoming games.
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Lubbock Events
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.