Daily editionTuesday, July 1st, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of July.
Community
On June 26, Covenant Health blessed its eighth, ninth, and tenth Safe Haven Baby Boxes, including one at Covenant Children’s Hospital in Lubbock, to give parents in crisis a safe, anonymous way to surrender newborns — each box maintains a doctor-recommended temperature and a 60-second alarm delay until the baby is retrieved for care. The new addition supports Texas’s Safe Haven law that protects parents surrendering infants up to 60 days old.
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Milestones Development and Play Park said it disinfected its facility after a woman claimed her children contracted Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease after visiting the park last week, and the company said the family most likely got the disease elsewhere—officials dispute the social media allegations.
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Lubbock Events
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.
Catch A Wave - Beach Boys & Buffett Tribute
Saturday, July 12th, 2025 · 7:30-9:00 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $25-$50 — Celebrate summer with beloved hits from The Beach Boys, Jimmy Buffett, and more in a lively tribute concert.
80's Rock Music Camp
Monday, July 14th, 2025 · 9 AM – 12 PM — School of Rock — $325 — Rock out at this immersive camp while learning 80s hits from iconic artists.
Spur 327 Live at Cotton Court
Saturday, July 19th, 2025 · 7-10 p.m. — Cotton Court, Valencia Hotel Collection — Complimentary event — Experience a high-energy blend of country and classic rock from the Spur 327 Band in Lubbock.
SPKF Kidney Splash Fest 2025
Sunday, July 20th, 2025 · 12:30-2:30 a.m. — Leisure Pool (Rec Sports) — Donation-based entry — Walk, splash, and enjoy games while supporting kidney awareness in the West Texas area.
Gideon Concert
Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025 · 7 PM – 1 AM — Jake's Sports Cafe — Ticket prices vary — Experience a live performance by the band Gideon in Lubbock's vibrant music scene.
Marshall Charloff & The Purple Xperience Concert
Thursday, July 31st, 2025 · 7:30 – 9:00 PM — Cactus Theater — $30+ — Celebrate the 15th Anniversary Tour of The Purple Xperience with the authentic sounds of Prince.