Daily editionFriday, September 25th, 2026
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of September.
Community
Lubbock Feeds the Nations is seeking at least 800 volunteers for its (Feed My Starving Children) event, where helpers will package food items like rice, vegetables, vitamins, and minerals in two-hour slots for distribution to children around the world.
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A new local explanation outlines that if a neighbor’s camera films your backyard from their property, it may not break the law unless it intentionally captures private moments in areas like a bedroom, and residents are advised to seek legal guidance if concerned.
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Henry is a two-year-old lap dog with soulful eyes who is current on shots (neutered and treated for heartworm, fleas, and ticks) and ready for adoption at PARC in Lubbock.
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Culture
Flatland Film Festival runs through Saturday at LHUCA Firehouse Theatre while today, two live shows start at 7:00 p.m. at The Buddy Holly Hall (Crickets Theater) and the Gem and Mineral Show will be held Saturday to Sunday at Lubbock Memorial Civic Center.
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Nightmare on 19th Street celebrates its 20th year in Lubbock with a season of top ranked haunted attractions on select nights.
Visitors can plan ahead by checking box office hours (7:30 to 11:00 p.m. on busy nights) and buying tickets in person.
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Education
Lubbock ISD approved names for three new elementary schools during Tuesday's meeting and accepted District 5 Trustee John Weddige’s resignation to focus on his family.
The new campuses honor educators at the O.L. Slaton, Matthews and Williams sites.
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Health
Panda Express on 82nd received 17 health violations from issues such as improper food temperatures and dirty equipment (most issues were corrected and a $175 re-inspection fee was charged), while seven local businesses including Two Docs Brewing Company earned top health inspection scores.
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Lifestyle
Pedro's Tamales remains a local favorite for holiday comfort food.
It serves customers at 8207 US-87 and 6205 19th Street and offers frozen packs at United Family stores as fall brings cooler weather.
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Lubbock residents can visit local pumpkin patches like At’l Do Farms, The Pickin’ Patch, and Old MacDonald’s Petting and Family Fun Farm this fall.
After Halloween, carved pumpkins can be reused as bird feeders (with bird seeds added) or roasted for a crunchy snack to aid gardens and wildlife.
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