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Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of July.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Idalou Harvest Co. hosted its peach festival that drew a larger crowd than expected and is now preparing for a Tomato Festival that will offer exclusive samples in a new wine tasting room and local produce vendors. The Tomato Festival will be held on July 26 at Idalou Harvest Company at 12206 East Highway 62.  KLBK
  • Today, Lubbock’s 4th on Broadway celebration begins with a parade at 9:45 a.m. starting at First Baptist Church and heading east along Broadway to the parking lot at South Plains Fairgrounds — live coverage follows at 10:00 a.m.  KLBK
  • The Volunteer Center of Lubbock retired its Cornucopia Luncheon and Get Involved Awards after 28 years and will launch new events to celebrate local volunteer work. A social media series named Stories for Good begins in August and a fundraising Pink Tie Gala is set for November—both planned to honor community service.  KLBK

BUSINESS NEWS

  • The Yarny Way is open in Kingsgate South. Owner Marni Reecer said the shop has eight space-themed yarn sections and will offer classes including beginning knitting in October and crochet in September — a new creative hub for fiber artists.  KLBK

CRIME NEWS

  • Texas woman Cindy Rodriguez Singh was added to the FBI’s 10 Most Wanted List after her son went missing and she was charged with capital murder—she was last seen boarding a flight to India with her family and the FBI offers a $250,000 reward for tips.  KKAM

CULTURE NEWS

  • Buddy Holly Hall will host Elvis Back in The Building on Sunday, September 14 with live tribute performances honoring Elvis Presley and an impressive production. The show will begin at 3 p.m. when doors open, and presale tickets were available until last night.  KLBK

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Lacey Sturm Meet and Greet

    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.

    Sun, 7/6/25

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  • STEM Summer Program at Miller Elementary School

    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.

    Mon, 7/7/25

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  • Catch A Wave - Beach Boys & Buffett Tribute

    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.

    Sat, 7/12/25

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  • 80's Rock Music Camp

    9 AM – 12 PM — School of Rock — $325 — Rock out at this immersive camp while learning 80s hits from iconic artists.

    Mon, 7/14/25

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  • Spur 327 Live at Cotton Court

    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.

    Sat, 7/19/25

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  • SPKF Kidney Splash Fest 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.

    Sun, 7/20/25

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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