Daily editionTuesday, May 5th, 2026
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of May.
Community
11-year-old Kaylee Hernandez raised nearly $3,000 on Lemonade Day at Lash and Brow Studio to help buy her late father's headstone; she purchased it Monday at Resthaven Funeral Home (a project made possible by the community's support).
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Today, two veterans from the Texas South Plains Honor Flight were recognized at the Military Women’s Memorial (the nation’s only tribute to over 3 million women veterans) near Arlington National Cemetery.
They said the visit brought personal pride and inspired hope in young women, emphasizing there are no limits.
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Business
Canadian's Hemphill County Beef Cattle Conference has grown from 80 to over 800 attendees since its start in 2015, drawing producers from more than 100 Texas counties plus international visitors.
This year's program will offer sessions on regenerative agriculture and a LiveAg replacement female sale with 500 head to boost profitability for ranchers.
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Education
The Lubbock Police Department has opened registration for its free 2026 Youth Summer Police Academy for youth aged 14 to 20 until May 22.
The academy (June 15 through 19, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.) will offer training in physical fitness, traffic safety, patrol procedures, K-9 unit work and CPR and requires parents to attend an orientation.
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Government
TxDOT will repair a guardrail on South Loop 289 today between 50th Street and Quaker Avenue with lane and ramp closures until 4 p.m. The city will activate new traffic signals at 146th and Indiana today and begin sewer work at Zenith and 8th Wednesday (weather permitting).
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The City of Lubbock announced its new Business Development Director, Danielle Williams (with 17 years of experience in economic development and downtown revitalization).
She previously led economic development in Victoria and will support local public-private partnerships.
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Health
Golfers played at the annual Chip In for Children tournament Monday morning at Lubbock Country Club — a fundraising event to support health care for kids across the South Plains — with celebrity guests and sponsors joining Covenant’s Weekend of Giving.
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Jones Stadium and the courthouse lit up green on May 4 to mark Mental Health Month—sparking talks and raising awareness about mental health in our community.
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Lifestyle
Restaurants in Lubbock are celebrating Cinco de Mayo today with special food and drink offers including discounted tacos and margaritas.
Local spots like Albrarran’s and Back 40 Grill will offer live music and family-friendly activities - check with each establishment for details.
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Sports
Mark Llanas will finish his final year as Estacado High School head baseball coach after a 16-year run as he focuses more on teaching and family.
Estacado ISD will announce a new coach for the 2026-2027 season later.
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Lubbock Events
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.
Shinyribs Concert
Thursday, June 4th, 2026 · 7:30-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $25-$50 — Experience the eclectic sounds of Shinyribs in a night of groovy storytelling and music evolution.