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Wednesday, May 27th, 2026
Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local restaurants in Lubbock are urged to use authentic food photography instead of AI images to clearly show their dishes + build trust with diners as they aim to attract more customers today. KKAM
- ➤ South Plains Mall will soon host Dick's House of Sport, an interactive venue featuring an outdoor track + various sports zones in the former women's Dillard's space. This new concept builds on the mall's community-focused updates in Lubbock. KKAM
- ➤ Lubbock’s South Plains Mall will soon host Dick’s House of Sport in the former Dillard’s women’s store space, offering interactive sports spaces (including a planned outdoor track and field, climbing walls, and multi-sport cages) to boost community activity. KFYO
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tejano Outlaw Band's 'Quiero Volver Contigo' reclaimed the top spot on Rudy Trevino's Tejano Gold Countdown for the weekend of May 22-24, marking its fifth week at number one after a previous run from Apr. 10 to May 3. The hit highlights traditional Tejano sounds. KKAM
- ➤ Ballet Lubbock will host Community Dance Day on Saturday, May 30, from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences offering free dance sessions for all ages. The event features a dancer health talk (by UMC Sports Medicine's Imelda Garcia) and varied dance styles. KLBK
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tornado season in Lubbock has been calm compared to last year's severe storms and local data show a decline in tornado activity. Residents now brace for a long hot summer. KKAM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The West Texas State Veterans Cemetery will begin burial services on Monday, Jun. 1, with burials Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. plus office hours from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and visitation available daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; a dedication ceremony is planned later. FOX34
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Planet Fitness will offer free summer workouts for high schoolers ages 14 to 19 through its High School Summer Pass program. The workouts will run from June 1 through August 31 at 2,900 locations. KLBK
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Texas Tech Softball reached its 100th win with a record 16 to 7 victory over Florida on Sunday. The team now heads to the Women’s College World Series and will face Mississippi State on Thursday at 11 a.m. CDT. KKAM
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Andy Hedges Album Release Celebration
7-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — Ticket information not provided — Celebrate the release of Andy Hedges' new album with cowboy songs, poetry, and storytelling.
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Shinyribs Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $25-$50 — Experience the eclectic sounds of Shinyribs in a night of groovy storytelling and music evolution.
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BETTER OFF ALONE - 90s/2000s Dance Rave
9 PM-1 AM — Jake's Sports Cafe — 18+ entry — Relive the best dance hits of the 90s and 2000s with DJ Spenser Powers at this nostalgic rave.
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Taylor Hunnicutt at The Blue Light
Time TBA — Blue Light, 1806 Buddy Holly Ave, Lubbock, TX — Cost TBA — Experience old-school southern music with modern flair from Alabama's own Taylor Hunnicutt.
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Jay Sueños at Summer Showcase
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Buddy Holly Center — Free entry — Experience a vibrant evening of local music featuring Jay Sueños and a mix of fresh talent.
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Community Gathering in Lubbock
6-7 p.m. — Dion's Pizza — Free entry — Engage in conversation and build connections within the community.
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Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp
June 16-18 — Apex Event Center — $97 for observing coaches — Rapidly enhance your ball handling and scoring skills while building confidence on the court.
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Trekking the Texas State Parks with Author Jefferson Marshall
2-3 p.m. — George & Helen Mahon Public Library — Free entry — Discover Texas wildlife through interactive games and storytime with an author reading.
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Adult Crafternoon: String Art
4-5 p.m. — George & Helen Mahon Public Library — All supplies provided — Create a colorful dino silhouette through the art of string wrapping.
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Cotton Fest Classic Charity Golf Tournament
7 a.m. – 11:30 p.m. — Hillcrest Golf & Country Club — Benefits local charities — Tee off for a great cause at this exciting golf tournament.
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