Daily editionMonday, July 13th, 2026
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 13th of July.
Education
The Lubbock NAACP invites teens aged 14 to 19 to the Own Your Power voting event on Thursday, July 16, 2026 from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. at MCM Elegante on Avenue Q; dinner is provided and registration closes 8 p.m. today.
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Health
Lubbock first responders launch the Battle of the Badges blood drive today at South Plains Mall (12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.), where donors who mention a department get a free T-shirt and movie tickets while the drive runs until Sunday, July 19.
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Lubbock first responders ask residents to donate blood at the annual Battle of the Badges event today at South Plains Mall until Sunday, July 19 from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Donors receive a free T-shirt + a gift card for movie tickets and popcorn.
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Lubbock Events
Exploring Lubbock's Historical Contributions
Tuesday, July 14th, 2026 · 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
Thursday, July 16th, 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
Saturday, July 18th, 2026 · 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
Saturday, July 25th, 2026 · 6:00 p.m. — Maxey Park — Free entry — Enjoy family-friendly movies under the West Texas sky with loved ones.
Coheed and Cambria Concert
Thursday, July 30th, 2026 · 7-8 p.m. — United Supermarkets Arena — Cost info TBA — Experience the sci-fi-inspired music of Coheed and Cambria with their latest album in Lubbock.
Caldwell Kids Celebrate the Kings
Saturday, August 8th, 2026 · 7:30-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $25-$50 — Experience talented young voices paying tribute to Michael Jackson, George Strait, and Elvis Presley.