Daily editionSunday, May 18th, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of May.
Business
KFYO polled Lubbock residents online to see if the city lacks key restaurants or if dining options are too many.
Lubbock Chamber data shows 131 dining spots and 46 closures in 2024—residents added ideas on what new types they want in their neighborhoods.
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Culture
A Hard Rock Bet report shows that Texas ranks fourth for the best brunch as its famous breakfast tacos attract local fans — the study used social media, search trends and the number of brunch spots to rank all 50 states.
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Education
Hodges Elementary—opened in 1952 and serving generations of students—closed for good as former students and staff said farewell.
Principal Matthew Bickley said the school’s spirit will continue to live on in everyone connected to it.
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Health
Ticks in Lubbock may carry illnesses like Lyme disease and cause symptoms such as fever, headache, and muscle aches—Veterinary Clinic of Lubbock advises residents and pet owners to update tick prevention and check themselves and their pets after outdoor activities—using clean tweezers for proper removal and warm soapy water to clean the bite area.
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Accidents
Jorge Cervantes, a 20-year-old from Plainview, died after his vehicle crossed into oncoming traffic on SH 194 near County Road O in Hale County on May 17—Christian Villegas, 29 from Dimmit, was taken to University Medical Center in Lubbock with serious injuries.
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Lubbock Events
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.
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.
Summer 2025 Basketball Tournament
Friday, June 6th, 2025 · 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. — The Gauntlet — $250 entry fee — Compete in a premier basketball tournament featuring boys and girls from grades 1-8 to varsity level.
Run to Remember 2025
Saturday, June 14th, 2025 · 8 AM — Aztlan Park — $40 entry fee — Participate in a 5K run/walk to support those affected by poverty and crisis in the community.