Daily editionWednesday, May 27th, 2026
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of May.
Business
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.
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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.
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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.
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Culture
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.
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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.
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Environment
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.
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Government
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.
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Health
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.
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Sports
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.
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Lubbock Events
Andy Hedges Album Release Celebration
Friday, May 29th, 2026 · 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.
Shinyribs Concert
Thursday, June 4th, 2026 · 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.
BETTER OFF ALONE - 90s/2000s Dance Rave
Saturday, June 6th, 2026 · 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.
Taylor Hunnicutt at The Blue Light
Wednesday, June 10th, 2026 · 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.
Jay Sueños at Summer Showcase
Thursday, June 11th, 2026 · 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.
Luke Bryan Concert
Friday, June 12th, 2026 · 7:00–8:00 p.m. — United Supermarkets Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the country music sensation live in Lubbock.
Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp
Tuesday, June 16th, 2026 · June 16-18 — Apex Event Center — $97 for observing coaches — Rapidly enhance your ball handling and scoring skills while building confidence on the court.
Trekking the Texas State Parks with Author Jefferson Marshall
Thursday, June 18th, 2026 · 2-3 p.m. — George & Helen Mahon Public Library — Free entry — Discover Texas wildlife through interactive games and storytime with an author reading.
Teen Crafternoon: Mounted Dino Trophies
Friday, June 19th, 2026 · 2-3 p.m. — George & Helen Mahon Public Library — All supplies provided — Unleash creativity in crafting unique mounted dinosaur trophies for a prehistoric display.
Cotton Fest Classic Charity Golf Tournament
Monday, June 22nd, 2026 · 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.