Daily editionThursday, July 24th, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of July.
Business
Will Harper, managing partner at Stella's, was named Lubbock Restaurateur of the Year at the Texas Restaurant Awards in Houston on Sunday—only about 20 restaurateurs receive this honor each year.
His win underscores Stella's strong leadership and commitment to quality service.
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The new Spins Vinyl Cafe will open next month in downtown Lubbock as owner Evelyn Mendez blends a unique coffee and vinyl music experience for longtime fans and new listeners.
The cafe, located on 19th Street near Lubbock High and Texas Tech, will serve homemade tamales and a custom house espresso from a local West Texas distributor — creating a fresh meeting spot for music and food lovers.
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Government
Lubbock Fire Rescue began using a new dispatch system called Pheonix G2 that has shortened response times by 15—20 seconds per call by automating tasks that dispatchers used to do manually.
The fire service has installed it in three stations and will complete installation in all 20 stations by this fall.
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Lubbock Events
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.
Ranch Verse: Poetry, Song & Storytelling with Andy Hedges
Saturday, August 2nd, 2025 · 7-9 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $30-$60 — Experience a captivating evening of cowboy music and poetry in Lubbock, featuring renowned artists Andy Hedges, Dr. Dom Flemons, and Pipp Gillette.
The Ultimate Doors Tribute Show
Sunday, August 3rd, 2025 · 7-8:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — Tickets from $22.50 — Experience an authentic tribute to Jim Morrison and The Doors with a high-energy performance.
Movies in the Park - Despicable Me 4
Tuesday, August 5th, 2025 · 6-10 p.m. — Rodgers Park — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly movie under the stars to cap off National Night Out.
Rock The Hill
Saturday, August 9th, 2025 · 5:00-7:15 p.m. — Cooks Garage — Free entry — Enjoy an uplifting outdoor Christian music event featuring multiple artists in West Texas.
Adam Hood Live Performance
Thursday, August 14th, 2025 · 9 PM - 3 AM — Blue Light — Ticket prices vary — Experience Adam Hood's blend of country, soul, and American roots music in a lively atmosphere.
Piano Men: Generations - Tribute to Billy Joel & Elton John
Friday, August 15th, 2025 · 7-10 p.m. — The Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the music of two legends with an unforgettable tribute performance.
Yacht Rock: A Salute to Soft Rock Classics
Saturday, August 16th, 2025 · 7:30-9:00 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $25-$50 — Celebrate the smooth sounds of yacht rock with hits from the late ’70s and early ’80s.
West Texas Jazz Orchestra: Music and Memories of the Swing Era
Sunday, August 17th, 2025 · 3-4:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $15-$50 — Enjoy live jazz performances featuring classics from the Swing Era by the West Texas Jazz Orchestra.
24-Hour HAZWOPER Training
Monday, August 18th, 2025 · 8 AM - 5 PM — R2M Engineering — Check website for pricing — Comprehensive training on hazardous waste operations and safety standards for occasional site workers.