Daily editionThursday, October 16th, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of October.
Community
KCBD’s Kase Wilbanks and Christy Hartin carved soldier designs at the Reliant Pumpkin Carving Competition held Tuesday at Hodges Community Center and won a $3,000 donation for the Texas South Plains Honor Flight, which honors veterans by providing free trips to war memorials in Washington, D.C. The contest was a part of the annual Pumpkin Trail at the Lubbock Memorial Arboretum that runs through Sunday.
KCBDRead more
On Halloween night, Second Baptist Church at 6109 Chicago Avenue will host a family trunk-or-treat starting at 5:30 p.m.—it gives local families a safe way to enjoy the holiday.
Lubbock will see many festive events this season.
KKAMRead more
Jenifer is a 2-year-old pit mix who came to Lubbock Animal Shelter in August while pregnant and raised 13 puppies that now have homes; she is ready to join a new family.
She loves riding in cars with open windows and enjoys belly rubs — she is spayed, vaccinated and microchipped.
FOX34Read more
Culture
Lubbock’s 31st Annual Grape Day Festival will be held at Llano Estacado Winery on October 18 from 11 AM to 6 PM—offering live music, wine tastings and local food in celebration of the grape harvest.
KKAMRead more
Lubbock’s LHUCA will host the Hub City Renaissance Faire on Saturday, October 18, where visitors will enjoy artisan markets, street performers, and themed games while wearing playful costumes.
The event will run from 11:00 AM + 8:00 PM at LHUCA+511 Avenue K.
KKAMRead more
Texans keep the tradition that chili is served without beans—local cook-offs and recipes ban beans—to hold on to the flavor passed down for centuries.
KFYORead more
Health
The Community Health Center held its 33rd annual needs assessment today in Lubbock with over 100 caregivers, specialists, and experts reviewing local health services.
City leaders discussed recurring needs such as primary, behavioral, transportation and dental care—findings will be compiled and reviewed by the city council.
FOX34Read more
Lubbock couple Laura Beth and Brian Pleasant welcomed daughter Breklyn after a 12-year struggle with fertility treatments—research from March of Dimes helped support a second embryo adoption that led to a healthy pregnancy.
KCBDRead more
Laura Beth and Brian Pleasant, a Lubbock couple, welcomed their daughter Breklyn after a 12-year fertility journey that included a miscarriage and a second embryo transfer with a donor.
They credited March of Dimes research and treatments — progesterone and low dose aspirin — with helping her pregnancy hold steady as they now look forward to meeting the donor family.
FOX34Read more
Spirit Halloween hosted its annual Halloween party Tuesday at Covenant Children’s Hospital so that children could dress up as ninjas, princesses + woodland creatures despite their treatment.
The event provided a welcome escape from hospital care while supporting Covenant’s Child Life Program with a 10-percent off coupon for community members.
KCBDRead more
Lubbock Public Health warns residents against contact with rabid bats and wild mammals like skunks, foxes & coyotes after officials discovered several infected bats.
KCBDRead more
Sports
The Harlem Globetrotters will celebrate their 100-Year Tour in Lubbock on March 29 at 3:00 p.m. at United Supermarkets Arena—featuring new jerseys and fun trick plays as they face the Washington Generals.
Ticket sales begin on October 17 at 10:00 a.m. with a presale starting October 14 using the passcode CELEBRATE.
KFYORead more
Lubbock Events
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.
Creed Fisher Live in Concert
Thursday, November 6th, 2025 · 7:30-8:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $25-$50 — Experience the raw and patriotic sounds of rising Outlaw Country star Creed Fisher.
William Beckmann Concert
Friday, November 7th, 2025 · 8 PM — Blue Light — $15 at the door — Experience modern country music with a stylish touch from emerging artist William Beckmann.