Daily editionTuesday, June 30th, 2026
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 30th of June.
Community
Lubbock is to host a public meeting on data centers on July 7 at the Memorial Civic Center beginning at 5:30 p.m., and residents may submit their feedback via an online survey open until July 2 + their responses will be discussed at the meeting.
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Lubbock chapter of Texas Women in Business is partnering with Redemption Way for a networking luncheon at the YWCA on Thursday, Jul. 9 (11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.) where Redemption Way CEO Jordyn Moore will speak about support for vulnerable populations.
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Saint Francis Ministries held a family reunification ceremony Monday in Lubbock (during National Reunification Month) to honor families who met requirements to reunite with their children and access support resources.
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Business
Aligned Data Centers is advancing its $425 million Project Caprock campus on a 313-acre site near Abernathy off FM 54 in Hale County, with its first building set to open in early 2027.
Construction began on April 9 following input on energy impact and sustainability plans to reduce water use.
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Culture
Rocky Horror Picture Show will return to Buddy Holly Hall on Oct. 31 with the original film and a live performance by the Lubbock Shadow Cast Players.
The event promises an exciting experience for local fans of this cult classic.
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Environment
The Texas Chapter of the American Water Works Association will host its Agricultural Water Sustainability Summit next month at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center — registration is open for industry leaders, researchers, and stakeholders to share sustainable ideas.
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The Texas Water Development Board has launched the 'This Is Texas Water' campaign to inform residents about water sources — using a ZIP code tool that shows 88 percent of local water comes from groundwater with projections of a 16 percent shortage by 2030.
Cities, counties, and water authorities can apply for grant funding until July 30 to upgrade or develop water systems.
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Government
City officials reminded families to avoid water balloons, glass containers, and fireworks at splash pads amid rising summer heat (unsafe items may damage filtration systems and trigger temporary closures).
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The Lubbock Police Department reminds residents that fireworks are illegal and may be confiscated or lead to a fine up to $1,000 ahead of Fourth of July weekend (dry conditions heighten fire risk and may increase emergency calls).
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Lifestyle
Local favorites like Gonzales Snow Cones, Happy's and Tropical Icy offer shaved ice and snow cones that provide a cool treat on hot summer days.
A new list highlights each shop’s history (one has thrived for over 50 years) and spot details to help residents select their favorite.
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Sports
Texas Tech Football will release a new four-episode docuseries this summer; the show gives a behind-the-scenes look at a controversial offseason and will start streaming before the September 5 home game against Abilene Christian — offering fans an inside view of the team and head coach Joey McGuire.
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