Good morning, Lubbock.

Lubbock Veterans of Foreign Wars honored Flag Day at the American Windmill Museum Saturday — the event included a presentation of five historical flags, the Pledge of Allegiance, the national anthem, and a flag folding ceremony.

Wolfforth is set to get a new full-service United Supermarkets store—construction will begin in spring on a site near the current United Express at 1110 Donald Preston Dr, and the store will include a pharmacy drive-thru, online ordering, a bakery, meat market, and ready meals to bring new jobs to the area.

Bombshells, a military-themed restaurant at 6407 6415 Spur 327 in Lubbock, announced it will open at the end of June for patio dining and live music.

The venue will offer a diverse menu with options like steak, pizza, pasta and signature cocktails—introducing a fresh dining choice for summer.

A fatal shooting occurred in east Lubbock on June 13—Leonardo Pollard was fatally shot—and suspect Jeremiah Lawerence was arrested Saturday morning at 7:28 a.m. on the 1100 block of 6th Street in Slaton.

Police chased a suspect just after 3 a.m. on June 14th after the driver hit another vehicle near West Loop and the Marsha Sharp Freeway—causing minor injuries to one person—and arrested the suspect, who is now held at Lubbock County Detention Center.

Three inmates at Lubbock County Detention Center earned their GEDs this week (joining nearly 300 graduates) as the program helps them learn and lowers the chance of returning to jail.

Literacy Lubbock held a graduation ceremony for GED students where Nicole Smith and Jasiah Escobar earned their certificates—Smith overcame homelessness and health issues while Escobar plans to pursue an engineering degree after his journeyman certification.

Last Thursday, Lubbock suffered severe weather as trained officials manually activated the tornado sirens (they are not sensor-operated) to warn residents to take shelter, with many experiencing sheltering for the first time in nearly 40 years (which has raised questions about the system’s operation).

Lubbock experienced severe weather last Thursday that led many residents to seek shelter as tornado sirens sounded.

Officials explained that the sirens are manually triggered by trained personnel — not automatically by sensors.

Lubbock households face alerts as Springville Meat & Cold Storage recalled over 15,000 pounds of beef jerky that may contain fish allergens — Sulu Organics LLC recalled 6,166 pounds of tallow/lard, and Organic Rancher ground beef sold at Whole Foods has a warning for potential E. coli risk. Consumers are advised to check labels and return affected Topo Chico mineral water sold at Costco and Sam’s Club due to bacterial concerns.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Cotton Fest 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

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.

Lacey Sturm Meet and Greet

5-6 p.m. — Jake's Sports Cafe — Tickets starting at $87.46 — Engage with Lacey Sturm through a signed poster, signed CD, and a group Q&A for fans.

STEM Summer Program at Miller Elementary School

8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. — Miller Elementary School — $175 for Leaders-in-Training — Inspire your child with hands-on STEM challenges this summer.