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Tuesday, August 26th, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lubbock Special Victims Unit is investigating former Lubbock High teacher Jeremy Maxfield for charges including sexual assault and an improper educator-student relationship from incidents in late 2019—Maxfield is held on bonds of $150,000 with the U.S. Marshals and $50,000 with the Lubbock County Sheriff. KFYO
- ➤ Jury selection is underway for Adam Canales Jr.—charged with manslaughter after his wife and he gave a two‐month‐old baby medication not meant for infants—which autopsy notes say caused her death; the trial will resume today at 9 a.m. FOX34
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Noemi Garcia began her first semester at Texas Tech on Monday—after a hard few months in which she lost her mother and missed her graduation from South Plains College. Supported by scholarships and a caring community, she said her studies honor her mother even as she still feels the loss. FOX34
- ➤ Texas Tech recorded its highest incoming undergraduate enrollment when more than 10,000 students enrolled, including over 7,600 first-time college students, as classes began on August 25—breaking the previous record from 2023. Preliminary graduation rates improved with the four-year rate rising above 53% and the six-year rate exceeding 69%. KCBD
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Texas Tech and the FBI signed a Cooperative Research & Development Agreement in Lubbock to develop cybersecurity solutions that will protect critical systems such as the electric grid and communications networks—showing West Texas taking a lead role in national defense. House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington and FBI Director Kash Patel highlighted the move as a major boost to national security. KKAM
- ➤ Data from the Texas Comptroller's Office shows that Lubbock County's 2024 property tax rate ranked 194th out of 254 counties and its average homestead appraisal was $223,528. The numbers show that not all counties can be directly compared because property values differ. KCBD
- ➤ Lubbock County Commissioners approved a deal allowing Tesla to move its title processing services to Lubbock — a change expected to bring millions in tax revenue and create 10 new jobs for processing about 50,000 titles annually. The decision will shift title processing for the entire state to the Hub City. KCBD
- ➤ Lubbock County Commissioners approved a deal today to let Tesla move its title processing services for the entire state to Hub City, which could bring millions in tax revenue to the county. The county will also hire 10 new employees to handle the increased workload — a move that will support processing around 50,000 titles with significant sales tax collections. FOX34
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UMC Children’s Hospital celebrated the opening of its new Panda Playground outside the East Tower today—this safe play space was funded by more than $400,000 in donations from Panda Express and serves children undergoing treatment. FOX34
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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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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.
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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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Parker McCollum: The Parker McCollum Tour
7:00-8:30 PM — United Supermarkets Arena — Tickets from $56 — Catch Parker McCollum live in concert with last-minute ticket availability.
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9/11 Heroes Run - Lubbock, Texas
8:30 AM - 12:30 PM — Mackenzie Main City Park — Registration Fee — Honor the heroes of 9/11 while participating in a community-focused 5K run, ruck, or walk.
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Alyssa and Wayne Brewer - Forever George and Tammy
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.
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Thousand Below Live Performance
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.
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Sawyer Brown & Kat Hasty Concert
7:45-9:45 p.m. — Cooks Garage — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of live country music for charity featuring Sawyer Brown and Kat Hasty.
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