Daily editionFriday, May 29th, 2026
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of May.
Community
Catholic Charities of Lubbock will host its 3rd Annual Run to Remember on Saturday, June 20 beginning at 8 a.m. at Catholic Charities (102 Avenue J) in a family-friendly 5K run that passes through Guadalupe, Aztlan Park and Mackenzie Park while TXU Energy sponsors support for local social services.
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The City of Lubbock is asking residents to donate clean newspapers to help Lubbock Animal Services maintain animal care.
Drop-offs began on Thursday, May 22 at Lubbock Animal Services (3323 SE Loop 289) and Citizens Tower (1314 Avenue K) during normal business hours and will be accepted indefinitely.
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Business
Duos Edge AI opened a zero-water, low-power data center in central Lubbock this morning near 19th and Avenue Q, offering 15 cabinets for companies + reducing local grid costs by connecting directly to the power source.
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Education
The YWCA and Reliant are partnering to offer the Safety Around Water Program, giving Lubbock kids swim lessons and life-saving water skills with scholarships available.
The program will help children learn stroke techniques and safety floats as summer approaches.
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Health
Trista Hamsmith partnered with Energizer to develop the 3-in-1 Child Shield battery to help prevent accidental ingestion after her daughter swallowed a button battery.
The safety battery features secure packaging, bitter coating, and a color alert if exposed to saliva and is now available in stores.
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Lubbock health inspectors visited popular spots including California Del Norte (food truck), Chickies Tasty Treats, and Whataburger this week and found no health code violations, giving diners reassurance about safety.
The positive results support confidence in local eateries.
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Lubbock pet owners are urged to inspect their dogs for ticks as West Texas officials warn that ticks can transmit tick fever + dangerous symptoms.
Owners should be alert for fever, vomiting, and other signs and consult a vet if needed.
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Lifestyle
A local produce expert (from United Supermarkets) in Lubbock explains that watermelons with webbing on the skin and a small yellow spot are sweeter and vine-ripened.
He advises chilling the melon for at least three hours to enjoy a refreshing summer snack.
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Local residents are invited to a final farewell at Skooners this Sunday at 4 p.m. as the dive bar announced its closure following longtime owner Mark Garland’s passing; visitors can share their memories at Skooners (1617 University).
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Today is national hamburger day and Lubbock residents shared top local burger picks, including Bierhaus, Bill’s Jumbo Burger + Blue Sky Bonus Burger.
Readers may email suggestions for any missing spots.
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Sports
Texas Tech faces Mississippi State in the Women’s College World Series today at 11 a.m. in Oklahoma City — locals can look forward to fresh game updates.
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Lubbock Events
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.
Cotton Fest 2026
Thursday, June 25th, 2026 · June 25-27 — 11002 US-87 — Ticket prices vary — Experience top country music talents in the heart of Lubbock, Texas.