Daily editionThursday, May 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of May.
Community
Lubbock Meals on Wheels and TXU Energy teamed up on May 21 to distribute over 550 box fans—funded by a $10,000 donation—to help clients beat the summer heat.
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Lubbock Animal Services rescued 16 dogs and one cat from severe neglect near 42nd and Utica — all found without food or water — and is asking local residents to foster them while the agency covers their medical care until a hearing decides their future.
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Lubbock Fire Rescue, Public Works, and Animal Services rescued a dog from a sewer drain at the Amazon Fulfillment Facility on East Hunter Street around 11:15 a.m.—the dog will be held for three days before adoption.
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Tenants at a South Lubbock mobile home park said they endured nearly two weeks without electricity after their landlord failed to pay the bill, forcing some to repair leaks and handle water shut-offs on their own.
A TCEQ investigator visited on May 14—residents say they still face ongoing maintenance issues amid an active probe.
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Education
Lubbock ISD will offer free breakfast and lunch for children 18 and younger from May 27 through July 31 at several school locations — no registration is needed.
Frenship ISD, partnering with Aramark, will host the annual Tiger Bites program with free on-site lunches and family activities from June 2 through July 25.
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Starting May 27, Lubbock ISD will partner with the South Plains Food Bank and Lubbock National Bank to offer free summer meals for all children 18 and under across Lubbock — six ISD campuses will serve meals and nine additional Grab and Go sites, while all locations close from June 30 to July 3.
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Government
Today the State House unanimously advanced a package of bills that raises the homestead exemption—$140,000 for standard homeowners and an extra $60,000 for those over 65—to reduce school district property taxes.
The proposal needs one more vote before it goes to the governor and appears on the November ballot.
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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.
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.
True Crime Book Club
Tuesday, June 17th, 2025 · 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.