Daily editionSaturday, May 10th, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of May.
Community
Lubbock letter carriers are set to collect food donations today as part of the National Association of Letter Carriers’ Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive—donations from local post offices will be delivered to the Salvation Army to help restock its nearly empty food pantry.
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Lubbock earned its film, music, digital media and tourism-friendly certifications from the State of Texas today—making it one of only two cities to do so—and local leaders say the designations will boost local job opportunities and visitor growth.
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Lubbock was certified by the State of Texas as a friendly community for film—music—digital media and tourism, making it one of only two cities to earn the designation.
City leaders say the achievement will boost local growth and attract more visitors and professionals.
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Culture
Lubbock is set to enjoy Broadway magic today at Buddy Holly Hall as American Theatre Guild launches its Broadway season for 2025 to 2026 with four new local premieres—marking its fifth anniversary.
The lineup includes shows such as 'Water for Elephants', 'Mrs. Doubtfire', 'Blue Man Group', 'Hadestown', 'The Music Man' and 'Clue'—with season memberships now on sale.
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Lubbock Events
Emerging Leaders Lunch & Learn
Thursday, May 15th, 2025 · 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — S. H. Kress and Co. Building — $30 — Gain insights and network with peers while enjoying lunch designed to unlock your leadership potential.
Joyful Ventures 5K Run and Family Joy Walk
Saturday, May 17th, 2025 · 9 AM – 1 PM — Mackenzie Main City Park — $40 entry — A family-friendly 5K supporting breast cancer and hyperglycinemia awareness.
Signed Book Raffle Fundraiser
Monday, May 19th, 2025 · 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.
Tour of the South End Zone Football Facilities
Thursday, May 22nd, 2025 · 9:30 a.m. — Lubbock Women's Club — $ — Enjoy a brunch followed by an exclusive tour of Texas Tech's football facilities led by Kevin Torres.
Cameron Allbright Concert
Friday, May 23rd, 2025 · 4-10 p.m. — Blue Light — Check event page for cost — Experience the lively performance of rising singer-songwriter Hank Weaver alongside Cameron Allbright.
Dillon Cassidy & The Rhythm Live
Saturday, May 24th, 2025 · 10 PM - 2 AM — Lubbock Art Depot — Check for entry fees — Experience the soulful rock n roll vibes of Dillon Cassidy & The Rhythm.
Stormcrow Pokemon Lubbock TCG League Challenge
Sunday, May 25th, 2025 · 11 AM – 5 PM — Stormcrow Games — Entry fee applies — Compete in the exciting Pokémon TCG tournament in Lubbock.
Pink vs. Green Movie Screening
Thursday, May 29th, 2025 · 2-5 p.m. — Mahon Library — Free entry — Dress in your favorite color and enjoy a fun summer movie screening for teens.
Cotton Patch Bingo
Sunday, June 1st, 2025 · 6:00 p.m. — Veterans Memorial — Free entry — Experience an exciting evening of community Bingo with a cotton patch twist.
Texas Tech University 10th Annual Small and HUB Expo
Tuesday, June 3rd, 2025 · 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Frazier Alumni Pavilion — Free entry — Explore over 55 booths dedicated to small and HUB businesses with door prizes and swag.