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Tuesday, May 19th, 2026
Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ South Plains Community Action Association celebrates Community Action Month through May. The nonprofit, active for over 60 years and partnered with nearly 1,000 organizations, offers programs (WIC, Head Start, Workforce Solutions, SPARTAN Transportation) to help families become self-sufficient. FOX34
- ➤ South Plains Food Bank and Lubbock ISD will offer a summer feeding program for families in need from May 21 to July 31 — the effort helps ensure children receive three meals a day. FOX34
- ➤ The South Plains Community Action Association (SPCAA) is celebrating Community Action Month in May. The nonprofit has served our region for over 60 years by offering programs like WIC, Head Start, Workforce Solutions and SPARTAN Transportation. KCBD
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Tesla and Waymo currently run robotaxi services in Austin while local leaders and experts in Lubbock discuss whether self-driving taxis could ease transportation. The debate centers on the benefits of reduced driving errors and increased access, as residents express mixed feelings about adopting new technology. KKAM
- ➤ Candy Girl in Lubbock is expanding its space from two suites to four to meet increasing customer demand — the expansion will offer new items and nostalgic favorites at 4620 50th Street and provide more choices for locals. KLBK
- ➤ Peter Piper Pizza is launching tomorrow at 11 a.m. with a grand opening featuring free soft serve cones and arcade fun. The new 13,200 sqft restaurant at 6003 Slide Road near Texas Roadhouse offers handmade pizzas for families. KFYO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ When rain meets parched soil, Lubbock fills with petrichor—a scent mixing dirt, electricity and nostalgia that brings summer storms and childhood memories to mind. KFYO
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Kress will return to their homes tonight after three wildfires forced a Monday evacuation, with officials noting that hot spots will be monitored and damage to barns and outhouses is still being assessed. KCBD
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Texas Tech baseball will face BYU today at 5:30 p.m. in the Big 12 Tournament at Surprise Stadium in Arizona — the opening game of a weeklong championship series. KFYO
- ➤ Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby filed an injunction on Monday to challenge NCAA gambling rules and seek eligibility for the upcoming football season. He is asking for a temporary hearing by June 15 and must decide on his NFL Supplemental Draft option before the June 22 deadline. FOX34
- ➤ Texas Tech Baseball will face the BYU Cougars today at 5:30 p.m. at Surprise Stadium in Arizona for the Big 12 Tournament. The Red Raiders + seeded 12th + last beat BYU in a series over a week ago and will look to build on that success. KKAM
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Community Gathering in Lubbock
6-7 p.m. — Dion's Pizza — Free entry — Engage in conversation and build connections within the community.
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Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp
June 16-18 — Apex Event Center — $97 for observing coaches — Rapidly enhance your ball handling and scoring skills while building confidence on the court.
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Trekking the Texas State Parks with Author Jefferson Marshall
2-3 p.m. — George & Helen Mahon Public Library — Free entry — Discover Texas wildlife through interactive games and storytime with an author reading.
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