Daily editionMonday, June 15th, 2026
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 15th of June.
Community
Tyler's family launched a fundraiser to cover medical bills + therapy after he suffered serious injuries in a vehicle crash on Thursday, June 11 that also claimed the lives of his mother, Gina Ganaway, and father, Joseph Ellis.
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Culture
Mano Negra Brewing Co. (near 13th and Avenue F) hosted a Puerto Rican festival Sunday evening that celebrated community cultural pride.
Owner Daniel Badillo created the event four years ago to offer a gathering space with music, dancing, food, and vendor booths.
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Mano Negra Brewing Co. hosted its 'Puerto Rican Fest and Friends' Sunday evening near 13th and Avenue F to showcase Puerto Rican culture with music, dancing, food and vendors.
Owner Daniel Badillo started the event four years ago to offer a welcoming space for community gatherings.
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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.
Exploring Lubbock's Historical Contributions
Tuesday, July 14th, 2026 · 7 p.m. — Groves Branch Library — Ages 18+ — Delve into Lubbock Army Air Field's WWII significance and local engineering innovations.