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Saturday, November 8th, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local fans are joining the Fearless Mustache movement to show support for Texas Tech linebacker Jacob Rodriguez at Jones AT&T Stadium this Saturday, as mustaches are handed out from 8:00 to 11:00 a.m.—and ESPN College GameDay will cover the event. This community initiative invites residents to wear, draw, or stick on a mustache to add spirit to the game against BYU. KKAM
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Country music legend George Strait announced his concert at Jones AT&T Stadium on April 25, 2026 — he will perform with Miranda Lambert and Hudson Westbrook. Fans can get exclusive pre-sale codes on November 20 at United Supermarkets, Mark Street, or Amigos stores in Lubbock. Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
- ➤ Texas Tech Athletics Director Kirby Hocutt announced that George Strait will perform at Jones AT&T Stadium on April 25, 2026 with Miranda Lambert and Hudson Westbrook. Pre-sale tickets go live on Nov. 20 and general sales begin at 10 a.m. on Nov. 21 — fans in Lubbock should act fast. KCBD
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Two thousand Texas Tech fans received pink wristbands that guarantee a seat at today's game—other students camped out early with lawn chairs and energy drinks and are waiting in line for College GameDay access and the remaining student section spots. The Daily Toreader
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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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Source to Solution 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.
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Texas Tech Red Raiders vs. SMU Mustangs Women's Basketball
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.
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Milwaukee Panthers vs Texas Tech Red Raiders Basketball
6:00-7:30 p.m. — United Supermarkets Arena — Check website for ticket prices — Watch an exciting college basketball showdown between the Milwaukee Panthers and Texas Tech Red Raiders.
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Jesse Day & The Texas Knights Concert
7-10 p.m. — Cotton Court, Valencia Hotel Collection — Complimentary entry — Experience a powerful blend of Classic Rock and Country Blues as Jesse Day & The Texas Knights take the stage.
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Texas Tech Red Raiders Women's Basketball vs. Arkansas Lady Razorbacks
1-3:30 p.m. — United Supermarkets Arena — Ticket prices may vary — Catch an exciting college women's basketball matchup as Texas Tech takes on Arkansas.
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Mississippi State Bulldogs vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders Women's Basketball
6:00-7:30 p.m. — United Supermarkets Arena — Check local listings for tickets — Witness an exciting women's college basketball showdown between the Bulldogs and Red Raiders.
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Indie Rock Night for OCRA
6-11 p.m. — Jake's Sports Cafe — Free entry — Enjoy a night of local and visiting indie rock bands supporting a great cause.
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New Orleans Privateers vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders Basketball
12:00 – 1:30 PM — United Supermarkets Arena — Ticket prices vary — Catch the action as the Red Raiders face off against the Privateers in an exciting basketball matchup.
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Utah Utes vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders Women's Volleyball
1-2:30 p.m. — United Supermarkets Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience an exciting women's volleyball match featuring the Utah Utes and Texas Tech Red Raiders.
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