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Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Lubbock city offices and various facilities will be closed on Labor Day, September 2, with adjusted operations resuming on September 3.  KLBK
  • Lubbock, TX bars are tightening measures to detect fake IDs, with offenders facing fines, community service, or felony charges.  KKAM
  • The City of Lubbock Parks and Recreation announces a range of upcoming activities and seeks officials for various sports for the 2024-2025 season.  KLBK

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Lubbock's The Outdoorsman, a family-owned retailer with 50 years in business, will close in 2025 due to personal losses and changing retail environments.  KFYO

EDUCATION NEWS

  • United Supermarkets and Mrs Baird’s launch the 13th annual 'Teachers on the Rise' program to award local teachers nominated by their students.  KKAM

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The South Plains and Rolling Plains will experience temperatures in the lower to upper 90s with isolated thunderstorms and partly cloudy conditions from Monday through Wednesday, and more widespread thunderstorms expected Thursday through Sunday.  KLBK

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • In Lubbock, Texas, two county commissioners intentionally missed a meeting to block a tax rate vote, aiming to force the adoption of a no-new-revenue rate instead.  FOX34
  • Lubbock County has removed over 8,200 ineligible voters in the last nine months, part of Texas' larger effort to ensure election integrity by purging more than a million ineligible voters in three years.  FOX34

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Wynonna Judd Concert

    Experience a live concert featuring the renowned country artist Wynonna Judd at the Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences.

    Sun, 9/8/24

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  • High School Volleyball Match: Plainview vs. Lubbock-Cooper

    Experience an exciting evening of high school volleyball as the Plainview team faces off against Lubbock-Cooper in a series of matches.

    Tue, 9/10/24

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  • The Lion King Jr. Performance

    Experience the magic of Disney’s The Lion King, Jr. under the stars at the Moonlight Musicals Amphitheatre, featuring enchanting music and talented local performers.

    Thu, 9/12/24

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  • Ty Myers Live at Blue Light

    Experience an evening of live music with Ty Myers and Tyce Delk at The Blue Light on September 13th.

    Fri, 9/13/24

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  • High-Scoring Showdown: Texas Tech Red Raiders vs. North Texas Mean Green

    Experience an electrifying college football matchup as the Texas Tech Red Raiders take on the North Texas Mean Green in a battle of high-scoring offenses.

    Sat, 9/14/24

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  • Dallas Cowboys vs New Orleans Saints Viewing Party

    Experience live sports action with great food and drinks at Texas Cafe & Bar, a staple in Lubbock since 1980.

    Sun, 9/15/24

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  • Ben Bailey Standup Comedy Show

    Experience an evening of laughter with comedian Ben Bailey, known for his hit series 'Cash Cab', as he performs live at the Cactus Theater.

    Fri, 9/20/24

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  • Texas Tech vs. Arizona State: College Football Showdown

    Experience an exciting college football matchup between the Texas Tech Red Raiders and the Arizona State Sun Devils at Jones AT&T Stadium.

    Sat, 9/21/24

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  • Flatland Film Festival 2024

    Experience a diverse collection of films, documentaries, animations, and art installations at this annual celebration of the cinematic arts.

    Thu, 9/26/24

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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