Daily editionThursday, August 21st, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of August.
Community
Loon is a 7 year old pit bull mix (weighing about 57 lb) who returned to the shelter after multiple adoptions and foster placements and is now available for adoption with his fee waived for this week.
He is quiet, easy going, house trained and current on shots and microchipped, making him a loving pet ready for a new home.
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Legacy Play Village, once at 6401 Marsha Sharp Fwy W, was a beloved playground that offered inclusive play and specialized swings but fell apart from Lubbock's heat and wind and lack of repairs — it was bulldozed, leaving a gap in accessible community spaces.
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Business
On Sept. 11, the Lubbock Chapter of the Society for Human Resources Management will host the Leadership Connection Conference at the Lubbock Memorial Civic Center with keynote speaker Eric Bailey.
The event will also include a panel discussion with Bill Sowder, Amy Thompson and coach Steve Gomez — and provide breakfast and networking for local professionals.
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Culture
The Panhandle South Plains Fair in Lubbock will celebrate its 108th year from September 19 to 27 — featuring rides, games, livestock shows and fair foods — while food sales from nonprofits and churches help boost the local community.
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Government
TxDOT will restart construction on the US 87/FM 41 bridge project next year and is accepting public comments on proposed detours and timelines with a video update Monday at 10 a.m.—the project delay led a local business owner to call for an audit and greater accountability due to lost income. Public comments will be accepted until September 12th at 11:59 p.m.
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A federal judge blocked a Texas law that would have required every public school to display the Ten Commandments, saying it could force religious views on students.
Supporters of the decision said that families—not schools—should teach religion—since public schools must remain neutral.
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Lifestyle
Local reviews rank Triple J Chophouse as one of the best steak spots in Lubbock with live music and quality cuts; Texas Roadhouse and Double Nickel also offer steady choices based on TripAdvisor and Yelp data.
Residents can look forward to a range of dining styles—each providing a classic taste of Texas.
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Lubbock Events
Will Banister Live Concert
Friday, August 22nd, 2025 · 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
Saturday, August 23rd, 2025 · 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
Wednesday, August 27th, 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
Friday, August 29th, 2025 · 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.
Texas Tech Red Raiders vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden Lions
Saturday, August 30th, 2025 · 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.
Parker McCollum: The Parker McCollum Tour
Thursday, September 4th, 2025 · 7:00-8:30 PM — United Supermarkets Arena — Tickets from $56 — Catch Parker McCollum live in concert with last-minute ticket availability.
Texas Tech Red Raiders vs. Kent State Golden Flashes
Saturday, September 6th, 2025 · 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Jones AT&T Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the excitement of college football as the Red Raiders take on the Golden Flashes.
Alyssa and Wayne Brewer - Forever George and Tammy
Sunday, September 7th, 2025 · 7-8:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $20-$46 — Celebrate classic country legends George Jones and Tammy Wynette with soulful performances by the Brewer duo.
Thousand Below Live Performance
Wednesday, September 10th, 2025 · 6-9 p.m. — Jake's Sports Cafe — Ticket pricing unknown — Experience the ambient and hopeful sounds of Thousand Below as they explore themes of loss and healing.
38 Special Concert
Thursday, September 11th, 2025 · 7:45-10:45 p.m. — Cooks Garage — Check local listings for ticket prices — Rock out with the legendary band 38 Special bringing classic hits to Lubbock.