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Sunday, June 1st, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Shoppers can support local vendors and explore healthy options at the Lubbock Farmers Market held every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Oct. 18 off 5th Street and Avenue K—vendors like Jo’s Doughlights and Beefy Meat Chips offer a variety of unique products to help residents discover fresh, sustainable food choices—locals are encouraged to visit and experience what the market has to offer. KCBD
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ In 1951, four Texas Tech professors in Lubbock said they saw 15 to 30 bluish-green lights flying in formation that they said moved too quickly to be birds; an outside expert suggested the lights might have been birds, but the professors disagree — the case remains a quiet mystery that locals still discuss. KFYO
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Reuters reported that the Permian oil boom is fading due to more electric cars in China and drying wells—fewer oil jobs in Midland-Odessa may mean a small pinch for Lubbock, though the change will happen slowly. Local workers may see less money coming into the community as the energy market adjusts. KKAM
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Weather Service survey team confirmed two EF-1 tornadoes in Dawson County on May 29 as a supercell moved across the South Plains. The first tornado touched down near Punkin Center and tracked 6.82 miles before lifting northwest of Lamesa while the second formed near Tenmile at 6:46 p.m. and moved 4.36 miles toward Sparenberg — no injuries were reported. KCBD
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Lubbock can drop off waste at Caliche Canyon Landfill on North Ave P open weekdays 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. or at West Texas Region Disposal Facility in Abernathy open weekdays 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays 7 a.m. to noon—each site charges fees based on weight and requires a valid driver’s license. Accepted materials include non-hazardous waste, wood, and special waste needing approval, while loads without proper straps incur a $15 fee—customers must also pay a deposit based on load size. KKAM
- ➤ Jody Guerra was sworn in as the new sheriff in Cochran County on Saturday morning, replacing interim sheriff Scott Prothro after former sheriff Jorge de la Cruz died in November. Guerra is a Levelland native with nearly 30 years of law enforcement experience (he ran for sheriff in Hockley County last year) and took over the role. FOX34
- ➤ Lubbock prohibits all fireworks within city limits even sparklers and fines each violation $1000—residents are advised to report unsafe displays using the non-emergency line. KKAM
- ➤ Cochran County welcomed its new sheriff, Jody Guerra, who was sworn in Saturday morning as she replaced Interim Sheriff Scott Prothro after the death of former Sheriff Jorge de la Cruz — the Levelland native brings nearly 30 years of law enforcement experience. KCBD
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Texas Tech University 10th Annual Small and HUB Expo
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.
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Summer 2025 Basketball Tournament
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.
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Run to Remember 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.
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True Crime Book Club
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.
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Basketball Camp: Scoring College at Texas Tech
June 23-27 — Texas Tech University — Costs vary — Enhance your basketball skills and mindset to dominate the court.
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Robert Lance Jewelers Buying Event
June 24th-26th — Robert Lance Jewelers — Free evaluations — Meet expert specialists to get honest evaluations of jewelry, collectibles, and rarities.
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Cotton Fest Lubbock 2025
June 25th - June 28th — Cooks Garage — Cost varies — Celebrate West Texas culture with live music, delicious food, and fun family activities.
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2025 Cotton Fest - Thursday
5:00-6:30 p.m. — Cooks Garage — Tickets available — Enjoy acoustic vibes from Trent Cowie blending Texas country and rock.
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Paint the Sky with Stars - Candle Making and Painting Event
6-9 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Additional $20 for candle making — Create your own scented soy candle and enjoy a painting session with fairy lights.
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Cotton Fest 2025
5:00 p.m. — Cooks Garage — Tickets available — Experience an authentic cowboy performance by South Dakota singer-songwriter Tyler Halverson.
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