Daily editionSaturday, October 17th, 2026
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of October.
Business
Jessica Sheppard of Sheppard Denim Co. connects local cotton farms to fashion by producing 100% cotton denim from American-grown cotton (she later debuts her collection in the Panhandle on Nov. 21 and launches online on Nov. 22).
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Economy
Gas prices across Texas are mostly falling with some cities, like Midland, seeing a notable jump while Lubbock’s price edged up slightly to $3.97 per gallon, *AAA Texas* said.
Diesel remains at $5.79 as oil market shifts may bring further changes.
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Education
Texas Tech Alumni Association announced that Carey Hobbs, a 1958 alumnus and former regent, is the 2026 recipient of the Lauro F. Cavazos Award — recognizing his long support of Texas Tech.
The award, given during Homecoming weekend at the Matador Evening celebration, honors his decades of service.
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Carey Hobbs, a 1958 alumnus and former Texas Tech regent, has been named the 2026 Lauro F. Cavazos Award recipient by the Texas Tech Alumni Association — an honor recognizing decades of service to Texas Tech and contributions to higher education.
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Health
Lubbock allergy sufferers face headaches, runny noses, and congestion as ragweed pollen remains high (rated 4 on a 5-point scale) today, while thunderstorms may stir more allergens into the air.
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Lifestyle
With a freeze watch in effect, local experts say drivers should check tire pressure, radiator fluid+ battery terminals before 20-degree weather hits.
Car Pro Show expert Jerry Reynolds urges owners to get these checks done at local auto shops soon to avoid problems on the road.
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As temperatures dip below 50 degrees today, Lubbock residents plan cozy chili dinners tonight and look forward to biscuits and gravy breakfasts tomorrow while warming up by their fireplaces (a dramatic change after a hot summer).
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Sports
Four Texas Tech grads will pilot a flyover at Galaxy Stadium at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday before visiting UMC Children's Hospital to let patients try on flight gear (and answer questions), and a practice run is scheduled Friday evening.
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