Daily editionWednesday, October 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of October.
Community
This Saturday, The Haven Animal Shelter invites locals to drop off treats and toys from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 4501 FM 1729—supporting shelter care for adoptable and long-term resident animals.
The event aims to ease shelter expenses and provide essential supplies—offering the community a simple way to help local pets.
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Business
Blue Sky in Lubbock now fries all its food in beef tallow instead of seed oils, promising a richer taste for customers.
The restaurant—located at 4416 98th Street and 3216 4th—joins a local trend as other eateries switch to beef fat.
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Culture
Grupo Anaya returns to the music scene with its catchy new cumbia 'Whataburger' written by band member Mike Flores, and the song is drawing attention on KLUB Tejano 106.9.
The group plans to release four more original songs soon but does not have any live shows scheduled.
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Texas country icon Gary P. Nunn will perform at The Wallace Theater on November 1 (VIP Meet and Greet will begin at 6:00 p.m.) with Maddie Rose opening at 7:30 p.m. Nunn will take the stage at 8:15 p.m. (the performance marks a special occasion before his 80th birthday).
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Texas country icon Gary P. Nunn will perform at The Wallace Theater in Levelland on November 1.
The evening will start at 6:00 p.m. with a VIP Meet + Greet, followed by Maddie Rose opening at 7:30 p.m. and Nunn taking the stage at 8:15 p.m.
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Government
Lubbock Fire Rescue—partnering with the American Red Cross Panhandle Plains Chapter—launched Operation Home Safe to offer free smoke alarms and installation services to residents who sign up online for a scheduled visit.
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Health
Families dealing with infant loss in Lubbock now have support from Compassionate Friends, a local group that meets monthly at Faith 2 Faith Ministries.
Experts say careful safe sleep practices for infants may lower SIDS risks — the group offers a place for grieving parents to share and heal.
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Stanton Taylor, a Lubbock native, was diagnosed with stage three Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and is receiving treatment with help from his wife Kayla and their children.
A trunk or treat car show was held on Tuesday at Twin Peaks Restaurant—funds raised will help cover his family’s cancer treatment costs.
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Lifestyle
Lubbock now offers pet-friendly outings with popular spots like Two Docs Brewing (502 Texas Ave), Cotton Court Hotel (1610 Broadway), Js Creamery (5101 82nd St), and Downtown Farmers Market (511 Avenue K) where dogs and their owners enjoy treats and mutual company.
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Sports
Texas Tech will play its home game this Saturday in Lubbock as officials ban the traditional tortilla toss amid safety concerns — many fans remain confused about the rule.
The team aims to rebound after a recent loss while leaders enforce the ban to keep game-day behavior in check.
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Lubbock Events
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.
Source to Solution 2025
Wednesday, November 12th, 2025 · 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Lubbock Memorial Civic Center — Free entry — Engage in a symposium focused on addiction prevention, treatment, and recovery in West Texas.