Daily editionFriday, October 24th, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of October.
Community
Lubbock ISD and Mighty Wash are hosting Wash4Pep Day on Saturday at six local Mighty Wash locations to support Coach Anthony 'Pep' Peppers as he faces ongoing health challenges—Mighty Wash will donate $1 per car wash, $5 per membership purchase, and offer a discounted top wash online. The fundraiser aims to wash 4,000 cars to secure an extra $1,000 bonus if reached.
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Culture
Today, Lubbock residents can join a Haunted Tour at Texas Tech at 8:00 p.m.—walk-up tickets cost $15 and tours leave every 15 minutes until 11:15 p.m.—while Jurassic Quest and Brick Fest Live offer dinosaur exhibits and LEGO play from Friday through Sunday.
Music fans can see Michael W. Smith at Buddy Holly Hall and The Kody Norris Show at Cactus Theater at 7:30 p.m. today.
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Lubbock residents are invited to craft five-word horror stories for a Halloween challenge that will spur spooky fun—stories will be shared five days a week on Facebook to spark local creativity.
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Government
The South Plains Association of Governments opened a new facility—located on Indiana Avenue in the South Loop—that now houses all its programs under one roof.
The move expands training and event capabilities, as it hosted a homeless consortium meeting and a small business summit to boost regional development.
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Health
Texas Tech Health Sciences Center is developing a Center for Menopausal Medicine to address women's health concerns and train future care providers.
Dr. David Rogers will lead the project and speak at the 'Feed Your Mind—Mind Your Menopause' event on Oct. 30 at Covenant Medical Center to answer questions about menopause symptoms and long-term effects.
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Lubbock health inspectors found moldy food and expired items dating back to July at Texas Trail inside the Stripes on N Frankford—14 violations were noted, including improperly heated fried items and unsanitary storage practices.
Most issues were corrected during the inspection while top performers like Tastee Burgers and Five Guys remain in good standing.
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Sports
Texas Tech officials announced a new rule—fans will no longer throw tortillas at football games at Jones AT&T Stadium—after previous tossing led to penalties and fines; the ban will take effect with the home game against Oklahoma State at 3:00 p.m.
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After heavy summer rains filled local playas, Lubbock hunters have seen waterfowl populations rise and a promising season take shape, with a youth and veteran hunt held on October 11—12 and the regular season opening on October 18.
TPWD biologists reported the pintail bag limit increased to three birds per day—hunters are urged to verify permits and stay alert for cold fronts as goose season starts on November 1.
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Lubbock Events
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.
Texas Tech Red Raiders vs. SMU Mustangs Women's Basketball
Thursday, November 13th, 2025 · 6:00-7:30 p.m. — United Supermarkets Arena — Check for ticket prices — Watch the Texas Tech Red Raiders take on the Southern Methodist Mustangs in an exciting women's basketball match.
Milwaukee Panthers vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders Basketball
Friday, November 14th, 2025 · 6:00 – 7:30 PM — United Supermarkets Arena — Check local listings for ticket prices — Witness an exciting college basketball matchup between the Panthers and the Red Raiders.