Good morning, Lubbock.

Local community organizers say that teens with few activity options are drawn to vandalism—prompting a push for after-school sports, drama and job training programs that offer positive alternatives.

Three people graduated from Lubbock’s drug court program this week after 18 months of tests, counseling and meetings in a program for non-violent offenders.

Graduates Chad Joplin (749 days sober), Brooke Perry (708 days) and Rodney Merrill (1081 days) saw Judge Eichman praise the program for its compassion.

Buckner International launched a community shoe drive with 90.1 FM Family Life Radio to collect new shoes and socks for vulnerable children starting tomorrow, June 28, through July 31.

A Family Fun Day was held yesterday at the Buckner Family Hope Center (5:30 to 7:30 p.m.) with games and vendors.

Buckner International and 90.1 FM Family Life Radio hosted a Family Fun Day on Friday, June 26 at Buckner Family Hope Center — the kickoff for a shoe drive for vulnerable children.

The drive will collect new shoes and socks from June 28 until July 31 at drop-off locations.

Gas prices across Texas fell for a fourth week, with Lubbock gas dropping 10 cents to $3.30 per gallon — easing costs as the July holiday travel period kicks off today.

More than 5.7 million Texans are expected on the roads this week.

On Thursday, July 23 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Texas A&M AgriLife Extension hosts a program at 916 Main Street that teaches backyard poultry care & cottage food laws for locals.

Participants will learn flock health and safe egg handling from AgriLife Extension Poultry Specialist Dr. Greg Archer.

The Lubbock ISD board approved a $22 million deficit budget and a new compensation plan for the 2026-2027 school year, even after an 11% spending cut—setting a framework for managing district expenses next year.

On Friday, Goodwill hosted the 'Pathways to Success' kickoff for Estacado High School students who will earn school credit and a paycheck this fall by gaining leadership, career, and networking skills at the new Career Resource Center (North Martin Luther King Boulevard) and the Goodwill East Lubbock Retail Center.

Texas Tech researchers turned 2017 nova explosion data into sound so audiences can hear its changing brightness + track shock waves; the project led by undergraduate Pragati Acharya and assistant professor Elias Aydi has been accepted for publication in Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society.

City officials remind residents to bring extra trash bags and follow park rules ahead of Fourth of July celebrations to help keep parks clean and safe.

They advise not to bring glass bottles, fireworks, water balloons, or barbecue pits (which can cause fire hazards in hot, dry conditions).

United Supermarkets offers healthy tips for America’s 250th on July 4 by showcasing ideas from corporate dietitian Brenda Garcia for using frozen fruits as ice cubes and lean proteins at festive cookouts — all to encourage balanced eating during celebrations.

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.

Movies in the Park

6:00 p.m. — Maxey Park — Free entry — Enjoy family-friendly movies under the West Texas sky with loved ones.