Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of July.
Good morning, Lubbock.
🏘️ Community
A recent article shows Lubbock residents feel proud of their own neighborhoods as each offers unique charm & challenges.
The piece details friendly debates and local pride that remind everyone of the value of community living.
Hope For Minds will host its annual Color Run/Walk at Lubbock-Cooper High School on Saturday, Aug.
22 at 9 a.m. The event supports recovery therapies for children with brain injuries and will feature a 5K, live music, food trucks, and family activities.
Neighbors exchange favors like moving help and babysitting for BBQ and beer instead of cash, and these informal trades strengthen bonds across Lubbock (a sign of local trust).
🎭 Culture
A local piece explains the diverse personality types that shape Lubbock, featuring cowboys, sports moms, tech fans, and foodies (a reflection of everyday life) seen in neighborhoods, churches, and events.
A new local article spotlights different Lubbock personality types like cowboys, sports moms, tech fans and lake lovers.
The feature shows how these distinctive characters shape everyday life in our community.
🏥 Health
UMC Health System will host a free Q&A event on aging well & planning ahead at Health & Wellness Hospital on Tuesday, July 28, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Dr. James Felberg & Dr. Jennifer Ward will offer guidance while door prizes & refreshments will be provided.
📰 Lifestyle
A new Texas Dawg recipe—an all-beef hot dog with jalapeños, queso, fried onions, and pico de gallo—has been proposed to honor a long-standing fair tradition.
Local Flippers Tavern is invited to try the recipe soon, adding a local twist to this classic treat.
🏈 Sports
Texas Tech Athletics announced a 15-year naming rights deal that will rename Jones Stadium to Galaxy Stadium + the deal includes athlete name, image and likeness compensation.
The Red Raiders will open their season on Sept. 5 against Abilene Christian.
🎉 Lubbock Events
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Movies in the Park
6:00 p.m. — Maxey Park — Free entry — Enjoy family-friendly movies under the West Texas sky with loved ones.
Coheed and Cambria Concert
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
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $25-$50 — Experience talented young voices paying tribute to Michael Jackson, George Strait, and Elvis Presley.
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