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Thursday, June 5th, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Peanut, a sweet dog who came from the countryside weeks ago, now lives at Post Animal Refuge Center (PARC) in Lubbock. He gets along well with other dogs and livestock and is ready to find a loving home. FOX34
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Lubbock massage parlor, Best Massage Spa (7412 S. University), was shut down by TDLR after an investigation revealed unlicensed workers and illicit ads, and eight massage establishments in six Texas cities (all owned by Ruiying Lian, Hongcui Hao, and Tianli Wang through Tongfuxin LLC) were closed on suspicion of human trafficking. KKAM
- ➤ Twenty-year-old John Davila was indicted for aggravated robbery after he robbed a woman at knifepoint outside a central Lubbock restaurant last October—witnesses reported he pushed her against a wall and threatened to kill her and her children if she did not hand over her watch, shoes and cash. FOX34
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ LISD students from Hutchinson and Evans middle schools won the world championship at the Global Finals in Kansas City after their project 'Play It Forward' brought games and comfort to nursing home residents—earning praise from coach Melissa Funk. They advanced through regional and state competitions to win the Service Learning Challenge—marking a life-changing experience for the team. FOX34
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Local Emergency Planning Committee is asking Lubbock residents and community partners to donate bottled water or money to support first responders during hotter weather as part of the 2025 Support Our First Responders Campaign. Donations will be accepted on Saturday, July 5 from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Market Street at 3405 50th Street— the drop-off site — or can be mailed to Lubbock County LEPC. KCBD
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lubbock ISD announced the appointment of Gerardo Arzaga as head coach of the Lubbock High girls basketball team—he joins from Frenship ISD where he was a math teacher and assistant coach and will start his role this summer for the 2025–2026 season. KCBD
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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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Eric Schwartz Live Performance
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.
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