Daily editionMonday, May 26th, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 26th of May.
Government
Lubbock's newest fire station (the Eric Hill Memorial Station) will have a grand opening tomorrow at 10 a.m. near 142nd and Indiana; city and fire department leaders will host a ribbon cutting and guided tour.
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Texas lawmakers held a rare Saturday session to honor fallen service members at the Fallen Heroes Memorial Ceremony.
Lawmakers recognized Staff Sgt. Felix Berrios, Navy Seal Special Warfare Operator 2nd Class Nathan Ingram, and Marine Corps Major Tobin Lewis, and families received flags & proclamations from the state.
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Texas lawmakers approved a bill on Saturday that would require every public school classroom to display a copy of the Ten Commandments measuring 16 x 20 inches — the measure is set for a final vote before going to Gov Abbott, who is expected to sign it despite concerns over church-state separation.
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Lifestyle
Local restaurants in Lubbock are switching from seed oils to beef tallow to fry foods, giving dishes a richer, old-fashioned taste.
Cast Iron Grill and Anna’s Mexican Restaurant have started using beef fat, though some locals worry that the higher saturated fat may affect heart health + spark debate over the change.
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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.
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.
Basketball Camp: Scoring College at Texas Tech
Monday, June 23rd, 2025 · June 23-27 — Texas Tech University — Costs vary — Enhance your basketball skills and mindset to dominate the court.
Robert Lance Jewelers Buying Event
Tuesday, June 24th, 2025 · June 24th-26th — Robert Lance Jewelers — Free evaluations — Meet expert specialists to get honest evaluations of jewelry, collectibles, and rarities.
Cotton Fest Lubbock 2025
Wednesday, June 25th, 2025 · June 25th - June 28th — Cooks Garage — Cost varies — Celebrate West Texas culture with live music, delicious food, and fun family activities.