Daily editionTuesday, July 28th, 2026
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of July.
Community
United Family stores team with BODYARMOR to support local Boys & Girls Clubs by donating $1 for every six-pack sold from July 27 to Oct. 4.
Guests can look for signs in participating locations and ask an employee for details.
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Hatch Chile Fest is underway at United Supermarkets, Market Street and Amigos until Aug. 26, offering families a chance to enjoy the smoky aroma of freshly roasted Hatch chiles as part of a cherished local tradition.
Residents may explore the flavor in burgers, enchiladas and more.
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Texas Mutual has awarded nearly $300K to Lubbock nonprofits including Communities in Schools of the South Plains, Catholic Charities of Lubbock, and Lubbock Impact.
The grants will support afterschool and family programs as part of an ($8 million) statewide investment.
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Inez Community Center is hosting an all-acoustic show featuring local talents Clay Crockett, Ross Brunner, Kade Kubecka and Scott Taylor (doors open at 6:30 p.m. and admission is $10).
Teachers donating school supplies will receive drink tokens to support local schools.
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Business
Kodiak Self Storage will host its grand opening on Friday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. near 35th St. and Ave. Q with a back-to-school supply giveaway (the first 100 students receive free supplies) as the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce holds a ribbon cutting.
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South Plains Mall is set to welcome Crunch Fitness and Dick's House of Sports soon+ modernizing its space by replacing nostalgic tenants like Taco Villa and a two-story McDonald's.
This shift marks a new chapter in the mall's blend of retail and entertainment in Lubbock.
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Lubbock's Cielito Lindo on Ave. Q sells out fast of its unique clay Halloween mugs with Mexican motifs + spooky designs; check their Facebook page for the latest shipments at 2314 Ave. Q.
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Education
PBS Kids Summer Adventure will be held at the Science Spectrum on Saturday, Aug. 15 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Families can meet Clifford the Big Red Dog and Carl the Collector and enjoy live demos, movie screenings, and interactive booths—museum and theater admission rates apply to non-PBS activities.
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Government
The Lubbock Vital Statistics Office now offers online ordering for birth certificates to help parents streamline school registration.
Families can choose pickup, standard mail, or expedited shipping—options that ensure they have the documents they need for school enrollment.
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Health
Veterinarians warn pet owners that rattlesnakes are more active amid today's South Plains heatwave and a bite can quickly become an emergency needing immediate vet care (signs include swelling).
Dr. Heidi Roman-Petroski advises against home treatment to prevent complications.
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Odessa experienced foul odors from dislodged mineral deposits that led residents to use bottled water, though tests confirmed its safety.
Lubbock residents can check quality reports online and get free water sample tests at local sites.
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Today, the USDA’s Summer Food Service Program launches at the YWCA of Lubbock, offering free, healthy meals to children and teens Monday through Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. — the program aims to enhance nutrition and community care.
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A heatwave across the South Plains has spurred more active rattlesnakes, so veterinarian Dr. Heidi Roman-Petroski of Live Oak Animal Hospital urges pet owners to act quickly if a bite is suspected.
She advises that pets be taken to a clinic immediately (treatment may require antivenom to prevent tissue damage).
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Lubbock Events
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.