Daily editionSunday, October 12th, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of October.
Community
The South Plains Honor Flight left Lubbock early Saturday and is in Washington, D.C. today visiting the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier— it will arrive back in Lubbock at 7:45 p.m. Monday.
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Business
Founded in 1990 in Lubbock, Bahama Bucks grew from a small shaved ice stand into a nationwide chain offering tropical treats like smoothies, acai bowls, and dirty sodas — its corporate headquarters remains in town to fuel local pride.
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Education
The Texas Tech Alumni Association honored Jim Douglass on Oct. 10 for his over 40 years of service to the alumni network plus his role in growing chapter programs and the Traveling Techsans initiative.
The group also presented the Brent Ross Fearless Champion Award to media student Jacob Lujan for his leadership in The Daily Toreador.
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Former Texas Tech law professor Reynaldo 'Rey' Anaya Valencia was invested as the new president and dean of South Texas College of Law Houston on Friday afternoon — the first Hispanic and person of color to hold the post — and he is a Harvard Law School graduate who first taught at Texas Tech at age 25.
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Lifestyle
August's Pies has returned to shelves at United Supermarkets in Lubbock after nearly disappearing when Tim Moeller retired—bringing back a local favorite handmade since 1937.
The pies are offered in apple, cherry, chocolate, and other classic flavors that show a piece of Lubbock's history.
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Lubbock Events
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.
2025 SPKF FREE Kidney Disease Symposium
Thursday, October 16th, 2025 · 9 AM – 3 PM — CenterPointe Event Center — Free entry — Empower yourself with knowledge about kidney disease at this informative symposium.
Narnia Musical Performance
Friday, October 17th, 2025 · 7:30-10:30 p.m. — Moonlight Musicals Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience C.S. Lewis's enchanting tale come to life in musical form.
The Lubbock Chorale: 50th Celebration Concert
Saturday, October 18th, 2025 · 7:30-10:30 p.m. — Texas Tech University Hemmle Recital Hall — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate 50 years of vocal harmony with a special concert performance.
Sean McConnell with Joe Stark Live
Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025 · 9 PM - 2 AM — Blue Light — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of introspective music with Sean McConnell and special guest Joe Stark.
CPTSC Conference 2025
Thursday, October 23rd, 2025 · 12:00 AM — Texas Tech University — Free entry — Engage with leaders in technical and scientific communication at this annual conference.
The Kody Norris Show - Bluegrass Special
Friday, October 24th, 2025 · 7-9 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $22.50-$54 — Experience a bluegrass revival with dynamic instrumentation and nostalgic charm from the talented Kody Norris Show.
Halloween Pub Crawl in Lubbock
Saturday, October 25th, 2025 · 4:30-9 p.m. — Tom's Daiquiri Place — Tickets required — Experience a thrilling Halloween pub crawl with contests, prizes, and spooky fun.
Ryan Bingham with The Texas Gentlemen Live
Tuesday, November 4th, 2025 · 8-9:30 p.m. — Cooks Garage — Tickets available — Experience an authentic blend of folk, blues, and rock from Ryan Bingham and his band.
Marcus King Band Live
Wednesday, November 5th, 2025 · 8:00-9:30 p.m. — Cooks Garage — Ticket prices vary — Experience the phenomenal Marcus King band blending rock and soul in an electrifying performance.