Good morning, Lubbock.

Local women are meeting every Tuesday morning at United Supermarket on 130th and Indiana to play Mahjong and share a Bible study that has grown into a valued sisterhood — a cherished tradition building lasting support.

In Lubbock, residents are voicing wishes for more amenities—including public pools, bookstores, and easier-to-find 24-hour pharmacies—as the city continues to grow, with some calling for closer grocery stores and diverse local businesses.

This feedback highlights community needs amid ongoing development.

The United Family will host the Coca-Cola America 250 Celebration Pop-Up Tour in Lubbock, offering free samples, interactive games and photo opportunities for families as part of Coca-Cola's 250th anniversary.

The tour will run on Aug. 7, 8, and 9 at different locations at Market Street and United Supermarkets.

School districts in the region are hiring substitute teachers before the new school year begins; Lamesa pays the highest rates and applicants set their own schedules — background checks and drug tests are required.

Temporary positions can lead to long-term teaching opportunities.

The American Red Cross Panhandle Plains Chapter is sharing safety tips for the new school season to help families ensure children travel safely whether walking, biking, riding the bus, or driving.

The guidance covers emergency contacts and road rules for every mode of school travel.

Xcel Energy’s subsidiary, Southwestern Public Service Company, submitted a wildfire mitigation plan to the Public Utility Commission this week for the South Plains and Panhandle — the plan includes weather stations, AI cameras and drones and gives the commission 180 days to review it.

Texas Tech Physicians and UnitedHealthcare reached an agreement that keeps patients covered without interruption; the new plan is retroactive to April 1 and applies to clinics in Lubbock, Amarillo and the Permian Basin.

The provider team welcomed the announcement + remains committed to ensuring continuous care.

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.