Daily editionFriday, May 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.
Community
A dog stuck in a sewer drain near the new Amazon Fulfillment Facility off East Hunter Street was rescued yesterday after Lubbock Fire and Rescue, Heavy Rescue, Public Works and Animal Services worked together— the pup will soon be available for adoption if not claimed.
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Today, firefighters—public works staff and animal services—and Amazon workers rescued a dog trapped in a north Lubbock sewer drain at the Amazon Fulfillment Facility.
The dog, named Prime, was found healthy but scared, and its owners have two more days to claim it before it goes up for adoption.
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Education
Lubbock ISD announced that starting May 27 free breakfast and lunch will be available for all children under 18 at six meal sites and nine Grab and Go locations—meals will run until July 31 with no registration or ID required except from June 30 to July 3, and food is provided by the South Plains Food Bank and Lubbock National Bank.
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Lubbock-Cooper High School graduate Javon Rosemond had his graduation extra special last night when his Navy Airman brother — Donovon Yacub — surprised him at the United Supermarkets Arena.
He said the surprise, after more than nine months apart, made his milestone day even more memorable.
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Lubbock-area high school seniors are holding graduation ceremonies this week at United Supermarkets Arena, with Lubbock High School scheduled for today at 6:00 p.m. Livestreams are offered for those who cannot attend and entry follows strict rules (including a clear bag policy and designated parking options) to manage crowd and safety.
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Government
A Lubbock wellness store owner said Senate Bill 3 will force her to close her business by banning hemp products that many residents use for pain relief.
She warned that the change may cost jobs and push customers to unregulated alternatives—she and other store owners are now gathering petitions to urge Governor Abbott to block the bill.
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Health
Covenant Children’s raised $900,000 during its Weekend of Giving to fund women’s services and improve maternal care by buying equipment like imaging devices, blood infusers, and transfusion monitors (the money was raised at the Storyteller’s Concert and Celebrity Golf Tournament featuring Texas Tech football coach Joey McGuire and his wife, Debbie).
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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.
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.