Daily editionTuesday, May 27th, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of May.
Community
On Memorial Day, the Historic City of Lubbock Cemetery hosted a ceremony where dozens honored over 2,000 veterans—attendees placed flags on graves, listened to TAPS, and witnessed a 21 Gun Salute.
The event was organized by the Nancy Anderson Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution with support from the Lubbock County Sheriff’s Office Honor Guard.
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On Monday, the Kiwanis Club placed American flags at homes and businesses across Lubbock to honor Memorial Day—its program also supports local nonprofits on other key holidays.
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Education
In Ralls, first-generation graduate Mia Gandara Piedra graduated high school with honors and served as vice president of the National Honor Society, dedicating part of her speech to her mother who advised her to keep on going no matter what.
She plans to study computer engineering at Texas Tech University.
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Government
Sarah Weede, a Lubbock native and Air Force veteran, said she was honored to be named director of the West Texas State Veterans Cemetery and that the project is on track to be finished later this year—creating a sacred resting place for veterans.
The cemetery will serve as a lasting tribute to our service members and offer families a dedicated space to honor their loved ones.
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Sports
Texas Tech is headed to the Women’s College World Series for the first time—boosted by a $1 million NIL deal for ace pitcher NiJaree Canady who led the team with strong pitching.
The Longhorns also return to the WCWS—guided by a deep lineup that includes Leighann Goode and Mac Morgan as they aim for a title run.
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Accidents
Roy Edward Bolen Jr., an off-duty firefighter from Snyder who served (9 years) with the department, died Sunday night when his vehicle lost control on the wet U.S. Highway 180 and overturned in the south ditch due to unsafe speed, according to Texas DPS.
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Police responded to a motorcycle crash at Quaker Avenue and the South Loop around midnight (Sunday) that left one person seriously injured.
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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.
2025 Cotton Fest - Thursday
Thursday, June 26th, 2025 · 5:00-6:30 p.m. — Cooks Garage — Tickets available — Enjoy acoustic vibes from Trent Cowie blending Texas country and rock.