Good morning, Lubbock.

Cactus Theater will host the Frankie Moreno Show on Friday, August 8 at 7:30 p.m. (located at 1812 Buddy Holly Avenue) (tickets are on sale).

Lubbock will host viral comedian Jerry Wayne Longmire at Jake's Backroom on Thursday, August 7 at 8 p.m.—he is on his Diamond Jim Summer Stand Up Tour and tickets cost $20 at the door or in advance.

Covenant’s Joe Arrington Cancer Center in Lubbock became the first in West Texas to offer CAR T-cell therapy — a treatment that uses a patient’s own immune cells to fight cancer — and treated its first patient, Cindy Wagonseller, after her lymphoma returned.

She said she feels good and is ready to return to work while she awaits a final scan to check the therapy’s success.

Several Lubbock daycares have reported cases of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease and the Public Health Department today advised parents to watch for symptoms—such as fever and mouth sores—to help prevent spread.

Families in Lubbock will shop tax-free from August 8 to August 10—local eateries will offer new treats and menu items as they prepare for back-to-school and hint at fall flavors.

The busy summer heat brings food collaborations that invite everyone to try a fresh taste of the season.

A new Yelp review ranking lists the top five fried chicken spots in Lubbock and names Kokio Korean Style Fried Chicken and Bucket of Love Southern Fried Chicken as the best choices.

The list also features Shaquille O’Neal’s Shaq’s Big Chicken, Dave’s Hot Chicken and Dirk’s—giving local food fans varied options from Korean twists to Southern classics.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Will Banister Live Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $20-$50 — Experience the traditional country sounds of Will Banister with his full band at the historic Cactus Theater.

Lubbock Live Festival for the Arts

12-11 p.m. — Two Docs Brewing Co. — Tickets available — Celebrate five years of local talent with performances, art, and food at this vibrant festival.

Texas Music Incubator Rebate Tour 2025

1-3 p.m. — Blue Light — Learn about potential tax rebates for music venues — Discover how your venue can benefit from the Texas Music Incubator Rebate program.

Son of a Gun - Guns N' Roses Tribute Show

7:30-9 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $22.50-$50.00 — Experience the ultimate Guns N' Roses tribute with a powerhouse performance led by Ari Kamin.