Daily editionSaturday, May 31st, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of May.
Community
The Lubbock Downtown Farmers Market opens today at LHUCA Plaza near 5th Street and Avenue J for its 17th season with over 50 local vendors offering produce, baked goods, homemade crafts and pet treats.
The market runs every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Oct. 18 and offers a bonus for SNAP users (Double Up Food Bucks match up to $150 on fresh produce).
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Brandi releases her weekly Trends and Friends column that highlights weekend events for families, couples, and friends in Lubbock and nearby areas—sponsored by Cotton Court Hotel.
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Government
Lubbock tenants learn that an eviction notice does not mean immediate removal because the landlord must first post a written notice with a deadline to vacate.
The Justice of the Peace Court reviews each case — if the tenant loses and remains, a constable will enforce the eviction, and legal help is available for those in need.
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Health
Today, the Lubbock Civic Center hosts the 2nd Annual Healthwise Expo, which opens at 10:45 a.m.—dozens of health professionals will offer free advice, screenings, and hands-on demonstrations to help residents manage their health.
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Hormel Foods recalled over 250,000 pounds of Dinty Moore Beef Stew after a wood substance was found in the product—Texans are advised to check their cabinets and dispose of any cans labeled with the lot code T0205 and best by FEB 2028, with no injuries reported so far.
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Sports
The Texas Longhorns beat Florida 3-0 and Texas Tech shut out Ole Miss on Day 1 of the Women’s College World Series.
Today the Longhorns will face Oklahoma — while Texas Tech plays UCLA next, setting up key matchups for Texas teams.
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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.
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.
2025 USAWKF Wushu Team Trials and Nationals
Friday, June 27th, 2025 · All day — Lubbock Memorial Civic Center — Cost varies — Compete to qualify for the World Wushu Championships in Brazil.