Daily editionSaturday, September 20th, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 20th of September.
Community
Woodhouse Spa, a Lubbock staple since 2008, will mark its 17th anniversary on October 16 with a public celebration featuring mini spa treatments—local catering and special giveaways complete the event.
The spa has provided over 502920 services, created 478 jobs, and donated 277000 to support the community.
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Lubbock leaders volunteered last Friday to deliver hot meals to over a thousand homebound residents—elderly and disabled—using classic cars on 77 routes.
The event showed local officials and other volunteers working together to help those on fixed incomes remain independent.
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The Panhandle-South Plains Fair opened on Sept. 19 & will run until Sept. 27, marking its annual return to Lubbock.
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Culture
A guide in Lubbock shows locals how to spot real cowboys by noting worn hats, scuffed boots, and weathered pickups (traits that distinguish genuine ranchers from those just dressing up).
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Government
Lubbock has a strict sign ordinance that sets rules on lighting, size, placement, and even odor to keep the city neat — these rules are meant to help small businesses while huge signs near Jones Stadium spark concerns over favoritism.
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Homeowners in Lubbock may face a fine of up to $500 if they blow grass clippings or leaves onto the street, which is illegal under Texas Health and Safety Code 365.012—local officials enforce the rule to keep streets free of yard waste.
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Health
As school begins in West Texas, Texas Tech Student Health Services gives advice on stopping seasonal sickness by urging students to wash their hands, avoid crowded spaces, and clean shared items — steps to slow the spread of germs.
The center now offers COVID vaccinations and will start flu shots on Oct 1 while urging students with symptoms to seek treatment.
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Texans can now buy Ivermectin over the counter due to House Bill 25 but Texas Tech Health Sciences Center’s Chief Health Officer Dr. Ron Cook warned that using the drug for unapproved reasons may cause low blood pressure, seizures and even death—so it must be used only as directed.
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Lifestyle
Rocky Creek Maze returns for fall fun as it opens on October 4 (featuring a haunted maze, hayrides, and kettle corn) and offers a giveaway for group tickets to help families enjoy the event.
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Sports
Texas Tech is set to play Utah today at 11 a.m. in a critical game that will test bowl hopes—Red Raiders are ranked 17th while the underdog Utes stand at 16th; the road trip adds an extra challenge as travel diminishes home support.
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Lubbock Events
Planning for the Future & Beyond Seminar
Thursday, September 25th, 2025 · 3-6 p.m. — Club Building at Raider Ranch Independent Living — Free entry — Gain valuable insights on future planning, living options, and estate management.
Red Clay Strays Live at Cook's Garage
Friday, September 26th, 2025 · 8:00-9:30 PM — Cook's Garage — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy the uplifting sounds of the Red Clay Strays from Mobile, Alabama as they showcase their unique musical blend.
Frankie Valli Concert
Saturday, September 27th, 2025 · 7-9 p.m. — Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an iconic performance by legendary rocker Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.
Easy Jim - The Music of the Grateful Dead
Sunday, September 28th, 2025 · 7-9 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $22.50-$50.00 — Experience the high-energy tribute to The Grateful Dead with exciting original improvisations and vocal harmonies.
Lakeview Live Performance
Tuesday, September 30th, 2025 · 8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Jake's Sports Cafe — Ticket info unavailable — Enjoy a night of heartfelt country music with rising duo Lakeview as they share their faith and community spirit.
For the Good Times: Tribute to Ray Price
Thursday, October 2nd, 2025 · 7:30-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $26-$62 — Experience a heartfelt tribute to Texas legend Ray Price with authentic Western swing music by Billy Mata & The Texas Tradition.
Lubbock Legends of the Force Planetary Qualifier
Saturday, October 4th, 2025 · 8 AM – 5 PM — Stormcrow Games — $45 — Compete in the inaugural Planetary Qualifier with side events and a chance to showcase your skills.
Flatland Cavalry Homecoming Concert
Friday, October 10th, 2025 · 7-10 p.m. — Urbanovsky City Park — Ticket pricing not specified — Enjoy a night of heartfelt country music from one of the genre's most dynamic bands.
Texas Tech Red Raiders vs. Kansas Jayhawks
Saturday, October 11th, 2025 · 11:59 PM – 1:29 AM — Jones AT&T Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Watch a thrilling college football matchup as the Red Raiders host the Jayhawks.
Phil Wickham Concert
Wednesday, October 15th, 2025 · 7-8:30 p.m. — United Supermarkets Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience uplifting worship music with Phil Wickham during the Air1 Worship Now Tour.