Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of October.
Good morning, Lubbock.
🏘️ Community
Finding public restrooms in Lubbock is difficult, and the Trust for Public Land's ParkScore gives the city a 7 out of 100 for park bathroom availability; people experiencing homelessness and late-night shoppers often rely on stores like Stripes, Walmart, United, and CVS.
💼 Business
Premiere Cinemas is building Premiere PLUS, a 45,000 sqft family entertainment center that will connect to its 16 screen theater at South Plains Mall.
Construction is underway and the center will include 16 bowling lanes, bumper-car arenas, more than 100 arcade games, a 7-D cinema, play areas, party rooms, cafes, and is projected to open in summer 2027.
🎭 Culture
AC/DC played Lubbock three times between 1978 and 1988, with Bon Scott fronting two shows and Brian Johnson the third, and compiled setlists show High Voltage and Whole Lotta Rosie were played at all three concerts.
🎓 Education
Lubbock ISD earned a perfect 100 on the Texas Education Agency's FIRST financial rating, its 25th straight 'A', and the score reflects the district's 2022-23 financial accountability rather than academic performance.
🌲 Environment
Duck hunting season is underway, and Texas Parks and Wildlife warns hunters across the state, including West Texas, to clean, drain and dry boats, decoys and waders before moving between lakes to stop zebra mussels and giant salvinia and avoid fines up to $500.
Texas Parks and Wildlife warns duck hunters to clean, drain, and dry boats, trailers, waders, and decoys before moving between lakes to stop invasive giant salvinia and zebra mussels; violations can bring fines up to $500, and sightings can be reported to TPWD (512 389 4848).
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