Daily editionSaturday, June 13th, 2026
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of June.
Community
Today, Dream Flights provided free flights to veterans in Lubbock on a historic Boeing Stearman biplane to honor their military service.
The nonprofit aims to provide a memorable experience for veterans as thanks for their service.
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For 25 years, Texas Tech Athletics and Ronald McDonald House Charities have partnered to support kids through the Quarterback S.A.C.K. campaign; fans can pledge donations per sack and join the Kick-Off Lunch on Friday, July 31 to hear season insights from Head Coach Joey McGuire (supporting families with ill children).
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Business
Big Texan is launching a mail-order beef service by partnering with family-owned Pope Meat Company of Lockney to cut, package, and ship its famous 72-ounce steak nationwide.
Customers can order pre-built boxes on the restaurant’s website + the venture leverages local expertise.
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Culture
The 50 Yard Line closed after 55 memorable years as a top upscale steakhouse, known for its fine dining and signature blueberry muffins, amid shifting trends and increasing competition.
Once a cherished venue for special events and business dinners, it marked the end of an era for local fine dining.
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The Silent Wings Museum opened its new exhibit from A Grateful Nation: Honoring the American Glider Pilot today, honoring WWII glider pilots and displaying donated medals (guided tours last 90 minutes).
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Economy
Gas prices are dropping this summer — Lubbock drivers now pay $3.54 per gallon, down from $3.68 last week, while the national average stays above $4.
Texas families may enjoy more affordable road trips as prices continue to fall.
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Education
Local libraries host a week of events starting Monday, June 15 with activities from park storytimes and tortoise encounters at Phil Hoel Park to genealogy classes and family movies across several branches.
Programs are for all ages and offer hands-on learning and cultural experiences.
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Sports
Former Texas Tech softball player NiJaree Canady signed with the Texas Volts in the Athletes Unlimited Softball League, ending a contract standoff that cost her the first three games.
The team will face Carolina Blaze in North Carolina today.
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Three Texas Tech golf stars were named All-Americans after a historic season.
Juniors (Adam Bresnu and Tim Wiedemeyer) earned third-team honors while sophomore Connor Graham received honorable mention, marking the first time in school history with three Red Raiders recognized.
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Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby will play this season per a court order (he must sit out the first two games), but rival schools vow to boycott games against the Red Raiders in 2026.
This move could disrupt Texas Tech’s schedule as the team readies for the season in Lubbock.
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Oklahoma AG Gentner Drummond on Friday urged the Big 12 to sanction Texas Tech after QB Brendan Sorsby wagered about $90,000 on sports, including 40 bets on his own team's games + he said enforcing the bylaws is key since Oklahoma State is affected.
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Lubbock Events
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.
Rave Jesus: Rave Revival Tour
Thursday, July 9th, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. — Culture Lubbock — $31.92 General Admission, $85.50 VIP — Experience an all-ages musical celebration with the Rave Revival Tour.