Daily editionTuesday, June 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of June.
Community
Lubbock Animal Services announced an urgent need for medical fosters for 9 litters of puppies and their nursing mothers—some of the puppies are newborn—and the animals will need care for 6—8 weeks.
Interested volunteers can call 806.775.2057 while the city urges pet owners to spay/neuter their animals.
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The Volunteer Center of Lubbock will offer family volunteer events every Thursday from June 5 through July 31—working with local groups to host activities at sites like East Lubbock Art House and South Plains Food Bank Farm.
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Culture
Dustin Garrett’s Electric Mambo will perform on June 5 as a highlight of the Buddy Holly Center’s Summer Showcase Concert Series at Meadows Courtyard from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Guests may bring outside food+no outside beverages are allowed after 5:15 p.m., and visitors can also enjoy free access to Buddy Holly exhibitions and the Fine Arts Gallery.
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Education
Governor Greg Abbott named Eli Heath as a student regent for the Texas Tech University System on May 30, and he began his one-year term on June 1—replacing Jad Zeitouni and representing the student voice as an engineering major at TTU.
Heath, now the 20th student regent, will serve until May 31.
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Wayland Baptist University celebrated 635 in-person and 32 online students on its Spring honor roll (298 on the President's List and 337 on the Dean's List).
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Lubbock Events
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.
Cotton Fest 2025
Saturday, June 28th, 2025 · 5:00 p.m. — Cooks Garage — Tickets available — Experience an authentic cowboy performance by South Dakota singer-songwriter Tyler Halverson.
Eric Schwartz Live Performance
Thursday, July 3rd, 2025 · 7-8:30 p.m. — Jake's Sports Cafe — General Admission & VIP options — Enjoy a night of laughter with Eric Schwartz's comedy and musical performance in Lubbock.