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Saturday, August 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ South Plains Mall has partnered with FOUND Mission to collect uniforms, shoes, and other back-to-school items for local students until Sept. 6. The donation drive features a Gift of Learning wall — where a child's clothing needs are listed — and accepts backpacks, hygiene products, and snacks. FOX34
- ➤ Lubbock Game Changers has announced plans to build an indoor sports facility on park land at Bill McAlister Park in partnership with the city, which will provide court space, community programming and year-round access for local events. The $50 million project will be funded entirely through private donations + business sponsorships and will reinvest revenue into local youth programs and job creation. FOX34
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Multiple volunteer fire departments responded overnight near Shallowater to a large fire on the 8100 block of FM 2641 where flames were confined to an attached garage with a vehicle inside—firefighters shut the road for about three hours while all occupants safely evacuated the home. KCBD
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ West Texas shows a growing drinking culture as Lubbock's college nightlife thrives—Midland recorded a high drunk driving fatality rate of 14.13 per 100,000 and Odessa leads with 27.46 alcohol-related deaths per 100,000 residents. These statistics add to community concerns about safety and highlight the need for effective measures in the region. KKAM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, Lubbock celebrates National Pickleball Day as head coach Andy Carter of Lubbock Indoor Pickleball said the sport has become popular with players of all ages at venues like Burgess-Rushing Tennis Center and a new facility at McAlister Park — he explained the game, a mix of tennis, ping pong and badminton, attracts beginners and experts alike — and he hopes its rising popularity will lead to Olympic inclusion in the future. KCBD
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions
6:30-8 p.m. — Jones AT&T Stadium — Ticket information available — Watch the Red Raiders take on the Golden Lions in an exciting college football matchup.
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