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Tuesday, July 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Lubbock and Texas Tech will host a free back to school bash on Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center — the event will give out 5,000 backpacks and school supplies to students in kindergarten to 12th grade and offer free haircuts along with community resources. FOX34
- ➤ The city of Lubbock has released the full week of public library events starting July 28 with shows, storytimes, crafts, and a Back-2-School Bash at branches like Mahon, Patterson, Godeke, and Groves. The programs serve all ages (from young children to seniors) and include a summer reading challenge that runs through July 31. KLBK
- ➤ Dairy Queen in Lubbock will host Miracle Treat Day on July 31 to support Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals—each Blizzard Treat purchased will donate at least $1 to fund pediatric care. KLBK
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On the evening of July 28 at approximately 7:54 p.m., emergency crews responded to a fire on East 19th Street in Lubbock and brought it under control—no injuries were reported as the Texas State Fire Marshal’s Office investigated the cause. KLBK
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Taco Villa will open a new store at 3428 Milwaukee Avenue on July 31st with a ribbon cutting at 2 p.m. — the event will offer free milkshake samples, a debut of BBQ Chicken Nachos and a chance to win VIP tickets to Rock the Hill. FOX34
- ➤ The Spins—named after a Mac Miller track that sparked owner Evelyn Mendez’s inspiration—will open during Lubbock's First Friday Art Trail in August at 1947 19th Street, offering soulful coffees, homemade syrups, fresh tamales, and community events in a cozy space lined with vinyl records and art. KLBK
- ➤ Taco Villa announced a new store at 3428 Milwaukee Avenue and will host a grand opening on Thursday, July 31 starting at 2:00 p.m. The event will offer free milkshake samples (their debut), a chance to win VIP tickets to Rock the Hill and other prizes, marking the brand’s first new store in over six years. KLBK
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Officers responded to a shots fired call near Baylor and North University in north Lubbock early Monday—one person was taken to UMC and later died with no details yet on the cause. KCBD
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Marshall Charloff & The Purple Xperience Concert
7:30 – 9:00 PM — Cactus Theater — $30+ — Celebrate the 15th Anniversary Tour of The Purple Xperience with the authentic sounds of Prince.
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Singles Meetup at The Plaza Restaurant
6-9 p.m. — The Plaza Restaurant & Bar — RSVP required — Enjoy delicious Mexican food while engaging in amusing conversations with other singles aged 55-75 in the Lubbock community.
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The Ultimate Doors Tribute Show
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.
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Movies in the Park - Despicable Me 4
6-10 p.m. — Rodgers Park — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly movie under the stars to cap off National Night Out.
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Rock The Hill
5:00-7:15 p.m. — Cooks Garage — Free entry — Enjoy an uplifting outdoor Christian music event featuring multiple artists in West Texas.
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JWC Recognizing Mental Health
12–1 p.m. — Lubbock Women's Club — $20.93 — Dr. Sarah Wakefield discusses the Covenant’s Relational Health Center for children's mental health support.
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Piano Men: Generations - Tribute to Billy Joel & Elton John
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.
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Yacht Rock: A Salute to Soft Rock Classics
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.
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West Texas Jazz Orchestra: Music and Memories of the Swing Era
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.
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24-Hour HAZWOPER Training
8 AM - 5 PM — R2M Engineering — Check website for pricing — Comprehensive training on hazardous waste operations and safety standards for occasional site workers.
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