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Wednesday, May 21st, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Saint Francis Ministries held a poverty simulation training today at St. Stephens Episcopal Church in Lubbock to show community leaders how hard life is for low-income families—93% of the families they serve struggle to pay for basic needs. One participant said the exercise gave him a real look at daily challenges and may help change how local foster care support is provided. KCBD
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Trooper Kevin Ramirez Vasquez, killed in a crash in September 2024 when a driver was texting and speeding on State Highway 302, was honored today by his family and Governor Greg Abbott at the DPS Fallen Officer Memorial outside the state Capitol while authorities hold driver Laura Lorena-Rodriguez on charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. FOX34
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Construction workers on Loop 88 found a fossil tooth that experts say may be from a giant ground sloth that lived 2.6 million years ago—an animal that stood 9 feet tall and weighed 550 pounds. The Museum of Texas Tech University works with paleontologists to study the find and will search for more fossils—adding to what we know about life during the ice age. KKAM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lubbock Police recruits are now halfway through the academy and are focusing on improving their shooting skills and learning how to handle emergencies—training that will prepare them for real-life challenges on the streets. Some recruits are also managing personal milestones as they work toward becoming officers. KCBD
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UMC Health System earned the Outstanding Patient Experience Award for the fifth year in a row today — the award is based on 10 patient experience measures and places UMC among the top 15 percent of hospitals nationwide. KCBD
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A local blogger shares her own fun experiences dating in Lubbock and offers four creative date ideas for couples to try. She invites readers (with ideas) to submit their plans for a chance to be featured in her next story. KKAM
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A new report shows that to live in Highland Oaks, buyers need to earn at least $81,237 a year to afford homes ranging from $577,000 to $1,450,000 — figures that also highlight high living costs such as a $60,000 new car and $300 grocery trips. This information helps local families understand the financial commitment required in one of Lubbock’s priciest neighborhoods. KKAM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Texas Tech pitcher Zach Crotchfelt visited Covenant Children’s to support the Wreck Cancer campaign and announced he will donate $3 from his NIL earnings on each strikeout his team records this season—linking his love of baseball to fighting cancer. His visit and pledge highlight his commitment to both the sport and his community. FOX34
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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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