Daily editionSunday, June 7th, 2026
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of June.
Environment
The Center for Biological Diversity is fighting to keep endangered protections for the Dunes Sagebrush lizard in West Texas and Southeast New Mexico.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife and Texas filed a proposal on Wednesday (June 3) to remove its listing, and the nonprofit submitted opposition yesterday.
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The Center for Biological Diversity opposed a proposal to remove endangered status for the Dunes Sagebrush lizard, native to West Texas, after U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and state officials eased protections last week amid habitat loss from oil and gas development + legal challenges arose.
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Government
The City of Lubbock announced that starting Monday, June 8, MH Civil Constructions, Inc. will repair erosion near the Lake 6 Dam on Canyon Lake Drive and close both lanes to install improvements so drivers should avoid the area.
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Seminole EMS Director Carly French testified before the Texas House Committee on Public Health this week and urged lawmakers to adjust grant rules so counties can better fund new ambulances and update essential equipment — she said current rules limit funds to one EMS provider per area.
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Health
Two Texas residents who were checked for hantavirus aboard the MV Hondius finished their 42-day monitoring period (the longest waiting period) with no signs of illness and no further health restrictions.
Health officials thanked the passengers and praised the work of local public health teams.
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Lubbock Events
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.