Daily editionSunday, June 15th, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of June.
Community
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.
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Business
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.
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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.
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Education
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.
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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.
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Environment
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).
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Government
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.
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Health
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.
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Lubbock Events
True Crime Book Club
Tuesday, June 17th, 2025 · 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
Monday, June 23rd, 2025 · June 23-27 — Texas Tech University — Costs vary — Enhance your basketball skills and mindset to dominate the court.
Robert Lance Jewelers Buying Event
Tuesday, June 24th, 2025 · June 24th-26th — Robert Lance Jewelers — Free evaluations — Meet expert specialists to get honest evaluations of jewelry, collectibles, and rarities.
Cotton Fest Lubbock 2025
Wednesday, June 25th, 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
Thursday, June 26th, 2025 · 5:00-6:30 p.m. — Cooks Garage — Tickets available — Enjoy acoustic vibes from Trent Cowie blending Texas country and rock.
2025 USAWKF Wushu Team Trials and Nationals
Friday, June 27th, 2025 · All day — Lubbock Memorial Civic Center — Cost varies — Compete to qualify for the World Wushu Championships in Brazil.
Cotton Fest 2025
Saturday, June 28th, 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
Thursday, July 3rd, 2025 · 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
Sunday, July 6th, 2025 · 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
Monday, July 7th, 2025 · 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.