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Sunday, October 19th, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lubbock’s lottery history features a record $17 million jackpot nearly 30 years ago won by Lucky 19 Investment Trust — in 1993, Emmet Estate took home nearly $11 million when Emmet Neal bought a winning ticket after his chef shift. Twelve local winners have claimed prizes over $1 million since 1992, showing how lottery wins have shaped the community. KKAM
- ➤ The 5th annual Foothills Celebration will be held in Matador with gates opening at 11:00 a.m.—families will enjoy food vendors, a pumpkin decorating contest, a costume contest, a cornhole tournament, a pie-eating contest, and live music starting at 2:00 p.m. KCBD
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ In Lubbock, fall mixes high school football and Halloween festivities — with homecoming mums, haunted theme parks and trick-or-treat trails. The season also fuels local debates over the best Caldo and Menudo — while neighbors enjoy the cool change of leaves and air. KFYO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday morning, Raiders for Reproductive Rights joined the fourth annual Lubbock Breast Cancer Awareness Walk at Mae Simmons Park to encourage early testing and community support — Planned Parenthood and local nonprofits provided health information during the 2.8-mile event. The group will host its fall festival fundraiser on Oct. 29 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Student Union Building in the Matador room with a mini carnival and costume contest to raise funds for breast examinations. The Daily Toreader
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Lubbock restaurants now serve unique nachos that range from simple, cheesy treats to gourmet meals with brisket and barbacoa. Triple J offers wonton nachos (reminiscent of Zio’s classic style) while Jimenez Y Friends serves a special barbacoa version (available on weekends). KFYO
- ➤ A recent survey finds that Texas trick-or-treaters will have a 67% chance of receiving Reese's Peanut Butter Cups this Halloween plus the data shows they are less likely to receive candy corn, making the event a sweeter treat for Lubbock families. KKAM
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Colorado Buffaloes vs Texas Tech Red Raiders Women's Volleyball
6-7:30 p.m. — United Supermarkets Arena — Tickets available — Catch an exciting women's volleyball match featuring the Colorado Buffaloes taking on the Texas Tech Red Raiders.
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CPTSC Conference 2025
12:00 AM — Texas Tech University — Free entry — Engage with leaders in technical and scientific communication at this annual conference.
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The Kody Norris Show - Bluegrass Special
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.
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Halloween Pub Crawl in Lubbock
4:30-9 p.m. — Tom's Daiquiri Place — Tickets required — Experience a thrilling Halloween pub crawl with contests, prizes, and spooky fun.
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Ryan Bingham with The Texas Gentlemen Live
8-9:30 p.m. — Cooks Garage — Tickets available — Experience an authentic blend of folk, blues, and rock from Ryan Bingham and his band.
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Marcus King Band Live
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.
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Creed Fisher Live in Concert
7:30-8:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $25-$50 — Experience the raw and patriotic sounds of rising Outlaw Country star Creed Fisher.
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Mike Ryan Live Performance
8:00–9:30 p.m. — Cooks Garage — Ticket prices vary — Singer-songwriter Mike Ryan brings his acclaimed music to Lubbock for a night of engaging performances.
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A John Denver Christmas
2-11:30 p.m. — Buddy Holly Hall — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the iconic music of John Denver in a festive Christmas performance.
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Claire Leslie Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Buddy Holly Hall — Ticket information not provided — Experience colorful alternative pop sounds and heartfelt storytelling from artist Claire Leslie.
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