Good morning, Lubbock.

Old MacDonald Farm is hosting its 5th Pumpkin Patch with $8 admission (free for babies) and offering mini pumpkins, pony rides, and train rides on weekends from Sept.

26 through Nov. 15 at 11701 N FM 1264. Families in Lubbock can enjoy a fun fall outing.

Registration is at capacity for the inaugural West Texas Women in Technology Luncheon, which will feature a panel of female tech leaders.

The event will take place on Thursday, Aug. 27 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. — at the Overton Conference Center in Lubbock.

Texas Tech will host the official State Barbecue Championship this weekend, Aug.

21-22 in the Commuter West parking lot (outside the Department of Animal and Food Sciences building). Teams will compete for a share of $15,000 in prizes to support student scholarships in meat science.

Registration for the inaugural West Texas Women in Technology luncheon is full, with the City hosting the event on Thursday, Aug.

27 at Overton Conference Center from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The luncheon will bring together local women in technology for networking and sharing experiences.

Hope for Minds will host its 7th Annual Color Run/Walk/Roll on Saturday, Aug.

22 at 9:00 a.m. at Lubbock-Cooper High School (a family-friendly and accessible event) to raise funds for children recovering from pediatric brain injuries.

Mr. Gatti’s Pizza plans to bring its new Family Entertainment Center to Lubbock and reintroduce a mix of pizza buffet and modern attractions (arcade games, prize centers, and party rooms) to local families.

The comeback aims to revive its decades-long presence and meet growing community demand.

Local guidelines require home-based businesses in Lubbock to operate within strict limits (only qualifying business types may run from a residence with no more than 400 sqft or 25% of its area, no outdoor signage is allowed, and only residents may work on site).

Local groups including Turning Point USA claim some Lubbock ISD library books are harmful under Texas law after a media conference Monday night at Willows Event Center.

Lubbock ISD said it follows SB 13 and urges parents to review library catalogs online.

Lubbock ISD-TV and CTE offer students (from all five high schools) hands-on classes in audio-video production, photography, and animation to prepare for media careers.

The program blends classroom lessons with studio work to build skills for future job opportunities.

Texas law protects Lubbock renters by outlining rules on landlord entry, repair duties and security deposit handling (review the Texas Attorney General's guidelines for details).

This guidance helps tenants know when landlords must follow legal processes for eviction and lease changes.