Daily editionMonday, October 20th, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of October.
Community
Several pets found new homes at the Home for the Holidays pet adoption event held Saturday at Scoggin-Dickey Subaru in Lubbock.
The annual event connected local animals with new families.
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Lubbock Fire Rescue hosted its first 'Fire in the Kitchen' event where community members played pickleball + met firefighters and inspected their equipment.
The event let everyone ask questions and learn how the team is ready to serve.
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Culture
Fall in Lubbock brings high school football games and spooky Halloween events with vibrant homecoming mums and decorated neighborhoods—residents continue to enjoy local food debates over the best Caldo and Menudo.
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Education
Children ages three to five learned road safety and raced on tricycles at Safety City as Lubbock ISD hosted its first Tricycle Derby.
The event provided helmets for safety (with families and staff cheering) and the district plans to hold it yearly.
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Lubbock ISD hosted its first Tricycle Derby at Safety City where children ages three to five picked helmets and tricycles and raced to learn road safety—officials plan to make the event annual.
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Government
TxDOT warned pedestrians to look both ways and use crosswalks after 773 pedestrian deaths were recorded across Texas last year—October being the deadliest month.
The department advised making eye contact with drivers and putting away phones to help avoid accidents.
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Health
A crowd gathered Saturday at Mae Simmons Park for the fourth annual Breast Cancer Awareness Walk to honor survivors and raise funds for local patients—organizers said the event showed strong community support for fighting breast cancer.
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Lifestyle
Lubbock offers several dog-friendly spots where venues like Two Docs Brewing, The Cotton Court Hotel, J’s Creamery, and the Downtown Farmers Market welcome pups and their owners—each location provides treats and open-air comfort for a relaxed outing.
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Lubbock Events
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.
A John Denver Christmas
Saturday, November 8th, 2025 · 2-11:30 p.m. — Buddy Holly Hall — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the iconic music of John Denver in a festive Christmas performance.
Claire Leslie Concert
Monday, November 10th, 2025 · 7-9:30 p.m. — Buddy Holly Hall — Ticket information not provided — Experience colorful alternative pop sounds and heartfelt storytelling from artist Claire Leslie.