Good morning, Lubbock.

Grupo Entrego (from Big Springs) launches its new single Dame featuring Jenny B, which is trending on KLUB Tejano 106.9 as West Texas enjoys a local Tejano music boom.

Texas Tech University and the Lubbock County Historical Commission unveiled a Texas Historical Marker at the Human Sciences Cottage yesterday (5 p.m.) to honor its century-old role in teaching practical home skills.

The site, once called the Home Management House, now hosts alumni gatherings and community events.

Lubbock's Tex-Mex scene features hearty dishes where cheese fills tacos, enchiladas, and breakfast burritos — local restaurants blend Mexican traditions with Texas dairy for a one-of-a-kind twist.

The flavorful style sets the city apart as a culinary hotspot.

With Father's Day approaching this weekend, Lubbock dads are taking on home repairs from broken A/Cs to leaky sprinklers, often leading to humorous misadventures that include extra trips to the hardware store — a nod to their famed confidence.

Shallowater ISD is inviting elementary students to transfer as it aims to boost enrollment and support new programs (robotics, dance, and health science).

Applications are open now for grades 1-5, and the district will review academic records and conduct to ensure a good fit with community values.

Texas Tech jumped six spots globally + one spot nationally in U.S. News rankings by moving from #124 to #123, showing its growing academic reputation.

The university in Lubbock celebrated this progress Friday.

Texas law forbids growing cotton in home gardens without a permit, and violators must destroy any found crop within 14 days or face fines (ranging from $250 to $10,000 per violation) to protect the state’s key cotton industry.

The Texas Medical Board disciplined Lubbock plastic surgeon Dr. Thanapoom Boonipat after it found he failed to meet care standards in patient treatment, anesthesia, and recordkeeping; he must pass a jurisprudence exam, complete eight chart-monitoring cycles and targeted education (requirements set by the board).

TxDOT Lubbock warns parents to never leave children unattended in vehicles during extreme heat.

The agency advises placing a personal item (phone, watch, or wallet) near the child's car seat to help prevent overheating incidents.

Lubbock health inspectors visited three restaurants this week, reporting 47 food safety violations that were mostly corrected during the inspections (Vallarta Taqueria, La Super Economica, and Hayashi Hibachi).

Domino’s Pizza, Hawaiian Bros and Pedro’s Tamales were named as top performers in the weekly report.

UMC TLC2 Foundation Cancer Center is hosting the ‘Living Well’ session as Dr. Marisabelle Trevino leads discussions on integrative medicine (including acupuncture and massage therapy) to help cancer patients and caregivers improve their quality of life.

Cotton Fest Classic Charity Golf Tournament

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.

Slate Group Open House & Vendor Show 2026

3:45-6 p.m. — Slate Group — Free entry — Explore over 100,000 sq. ft. of innovative displays and connect with diverse vendors showcasing creative products.

3rd Annual Ruck for Resilience

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

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

7 p.m. — Groves Branch Library — Ages 18+ — Delve into Lubbock Army Air Field's WWII significance and local engineering innovations.

SPiVEY at Summer Showcase 2026

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Buddy Holly Center — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant evening of local music featuring SPiVEY as part of the Summer Showcase series.

Annual Flea Market

9 a.m. — Mae Simmons Community and Adult Activity Centers — Free entry — Spend your Saturday treasure hunting at this vibrant community flea market.