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Monday, May 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lubbock Police announced that 82-year-old Leo Cerna (reported missing from the 1500 block of East 50th Street on May 18th) was found safe at 6:10 p.m. Sunday. FOX34
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Governor Abbott celebrated the inaugural graduation of Texas Tech University's School of Veterinary Medicine on May 18th in Amarillo (the first new veterinary school in Texas in over a century). Most graduates will serve rural areas after the state funded the school through legislation signed in 2017. FOX34
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Greg Abbott celebrated the inaugural class of the Texas Tech University School of Veterinary Medicine at its graduation ceremony on May 18th — the first new veterinary school in Texas in over a century that is expected to help meet rural veterinary needs. KCBD
- ➤ Rep. Carl Tepper spoke on Talking Points with Jen Phillips on May 18th about moving 18 bills through the Texas legislature and his focus on benefiting Texas. He explained how his work with the Speaker of the House is helping bring new support to Lubbock and West Texas—offering local insight into the legislative process. KLBK
SPORTS NEWS
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Signed Book Raffle Fundraiser
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.
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Tour of the South End Zone Football Facilities
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.
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Cameron Allbright Concert
4-10 p.m. — Blue Light — Check event page for cost — Experience the lively performance of rising singer-songwriter Hank Weaver alongside Cameron Allbright.
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Dillon Cassidy & The Rhythm Live
10 PM - 2 AM — Lubbock Art Depot — Check for entry fees — Experience the soulful rock n roll vibes of Dillon Cassidy & The Rhythm.
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Dailey & Vincent Concert in Lubbock
7:00 - 8:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $32.50 - $75.00 — Enjoy a night of award-winning music blending country, bluegrass, and gospel from the renowned Dailey & Vincent.
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Pink vs. Green Movie Screening
2-5 p.m. — Mahon Library — Free entry — Dress in your favorite color and enjoy a fun summer movie screening for teens.
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Cotton Patch Bingo
6:00 p.m. — Veterans Memorial — Free entry — Experience an exciting evening of community Bingo with a cotton patch twist.
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Texas Tech University 10th Annual Small and HUB Expo
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.
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Summer 2025 Basketball Tournament
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.
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Run to Remember 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.
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True Crime Book Club
6:30-8:00 p.m. — George & Helen Mahon Public Library — Ages 18+ — Delve into the dark world of crime literature discussing 'In Light of All Darkness' by Kim Cross.
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