Good morning, Lubbock.

Lubbock eateries are making wings an art with careful cooking methods that yield crispy skin and juicy meat.

Fans can visit local spots today to enjoy classic buffalo & sweet-spicy flavors crafted to deliver a bold taste experience.

Volunteers from Texas Tech and United Way visited fourth and fifth grade classrooms Tuesday to promote STEM literacy through the Read Like a BOSS event (Book of STEM Skills).

The program featured storytelling and a hands-on car design activity to engage students and families in learning.

Monterey High School is asking for donations of gently used formal attire (including dresses, shoes and accessories for female students and formal wear for male students) for its special education prom scheduled for Thursday, May 14.

Frenship High School honored 16 seniors on Tuesday during its Fine Arts Signing Day as they pursue studies in design and dance; today at 2 p.m., 20 seniors will commit to technical programs at the Career and Technical Education Signing Day in the Performing Arts Center.

Registration is open for Covenant Health’s fifth annual Covenant Ready Summer Camp in Lubbock where middle school students explore hospital work plus learn from health care experts; limited spots are available on multiple dates.

Today, three West Texas students won National Merit Scholarships worth $2,500 each, with Harrison R.

Velasco from Lubbock High School among the winners selected from a pool of over 16,000 semifinalists.

Lubbock Law Enforcement Citizens Academy is accepting applications for a free 10-week course that lets adults learn about law enforcement and join ride-alongs.

Classes meet every Tuesday night from 6 to 9 p.m. beginning Aug. 18, with space for the first 25 applicants (adults with valid licenses and clear background).

A downtown building reopened Tuesday as Inn Town Lofts, a 56-unit affordable housing complex for low-income residents.

Developed by Housing Trust Group and nonprofit AM Affordable Housing (42 units renovated and 14 new), local civic leaders helped bring new life to the community.

Celebrate America: 1812 Overture

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

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

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.

BETTER OFF ALONE - 90s/2000s Dance Rave

9 PM-1 AM — Jake's Sports Cafe — 18+ entry — Relive the best dance hits of the 90s and 2000s with DJ Spenser Powers at this nostalgic rave.

Taylor Hunnicutt at The Blue Light

Time TBA — Blue Light, 1806 Buddy Holly Ave, Lubbock, TX — Cost TBA — Experience old-school southern music with modern flair from Alabama's own Taylor Hunnicutt.

Jay Sueños at Summer Showcase

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Buddy Holly Center — Free entry — Experience a vibrant evening of local music featuring Jay Sueños and a mix of fresh talent.

Community Gathering in Lubbock

6-7 p.m. — Dion's Pizza — Free entry — Engage in conversation and build connections within the community.