Daily editionThursday, June 4th, 2026
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of June.
Community
The West Texas State Veterans Cemetery opened Monday, June 1 in Lubbock—after construction delays from its December 2025 target—and now hosts burial services for veterans with 28 services scheduled for June, as director Sarah Weede said.
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Local families can cool off this summer at swimming options like the YWCA Sun 'n Fun Center & Seahorse Swimming School, along with Lubbock Water Rampage, Plainview Aquatic Center and other private pools that offer memberships and daily rates.
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City planners have held meetings in the Arnett Benson neighborhood since March to review community needs as part of Lubbock’s 2040 plan.
The city will launch phase three on June 25 to address issues like bike and pedestrian safety just north of Texas Tech campus.
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The Canyon Farmers Market will open Saturday, June 6 at Canyon Square with over 100 vendors selling produce, crafts, and more (Frontier Market will not return this season due to booth space limits).
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Culture
A local article revisits Lubbock's '90s summers when kids rode bikes, built forts with pencil plans, and turned sprinklers into water parks.
The piece invites readers to remember the simple, playful adventures that shaped the city before smartphones changed childhood play.
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The Silent Wings Museum will offer free admission on Saturday and Sunday to commemorate the 82nd anniversary of D-Day.
Visitors can see vintage WWII aircraft (including a C-47) and join guided experiences from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Economy
LEDA CEO John Osborne said companies and employees are increasingly choosing Lubbock for its affordable living and lower business costs + a growing array of local amenities and short drive times that boost our community's appeal for new local operations.
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Government
Texas Tech University's Lin Zhou has been appointed to the Quantum Initiative Advisory Committee, which will guide efforts to boost quantum computing research and workforce development.
Gov. Greg Abbott made the appointment to support the state's plan for enhanced quantum technology investments.
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TxDOT will convert FM 1585 and Milwaukee Avenue to an all-way stop Tuesday, June 9.
The department will add stop signs for east- and westbound traffic and 'stop ahead' alerts with a lowered 55 mph limit as work proceeds weather permitting.
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Sports
Texas Tech will face Texas in game 1 of the Women’s College World Series tonight at 7 p.m. at its on-campus ballpark & local fans are expected to cheer on the team.
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Lubbock Events
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.
3rd Annual Ruck for Resilience
Saturday, June 27th, 2026 · 8 AM - 1 PM — He-Brews Coffee — Free entry — A community event for raising awareness about PTSD and suicide prevention for veterans and first responders.