Daily editionWednesday, November 26th, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of November.
Community
More than 150 small businesses are planning to offer specials at KK’s Corner Mall for a weekend of local shopping — the event supports local families including a nurse running her booth as a side business and a woman with cancer who relies on sales for income.
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ECHO West Texas will host a gingerbread festival on December 16 from 4 to 9 p.m. at the Lubbock Civic Center to raise funds for families experiencing homelessness—ticket purchases directly support its mission and the event will feature a gingerbread house contest, Pancakes with Santa, and a holiday market.
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Culture
Lubbock’s Free Horror Art Cosplay Expo will be held from December 12th to 14th at MCM Elegante Hotel—local horror fans can explore art, join cosplay contests between 3 to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, and meet renowned artist Nastiya Grushovenko and voice actor Marty Grabstein.
Entrance is free with optional VIP packages available online.
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Education
ClearTech Aviation School is now a Cirrus Training Center after getting a new advanced airplane that makes it the only center in a 450 nautical mile range (517 miles).
Chief Flight Instructor Brady Moyers said the new airplane is very safe and helps modern students learn to fly across West Texas and beyond.
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Government
Lubbock's Citibus announces a fare change for Paratransit and On-Demand services starting January 1, 2026 — with new fares ranging from $2 to $10 — while fixed-route fares remain $1.
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The Texas DPS warned holiday shoppers to use secure sites and unique passwords as scammers target online buyers during the busy season—shoppers are also urged to monitor bank accounts and consider digital wallets.
This advisory comes as cyber crimes increase from October through December.
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Health
Chad Curry from UMC EMS said knowing CPR may save lives during cardiac emergencies as his team receives about 40-50 calls a month and provides free CPR training to schools, churches and businesses in Lubbock.
Lubbock resident Ethan Gallegos recently used CPR on an unresponsive man near a daycare, showing how bystander CPR can make a lifesaving difference.
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Sports
Wichita Falls' own Jacob Rodriquez from Texas Tech was named as one of three finalists for the Chuck Bednarik Award for best defensive player in college football—his honor will be announced on December 12th and his team will play one more game against West Virginia this Saturday.
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Lubbock Events
Utah Utes vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders Women's Volleyball
Saturday, November 29th, 2025 · 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.
Wyoming Cowboys vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders Basketball
Sunday, November 30th, 2025 · 2-3:30 p.m. — United Supermarkets Arena — Tickets available — Catch the Wyoming Cowboys in action against the Red Raiders in an electrifying basketball showdown.
Wichita State Shockers vs. Texas Tech Lady Raiders Women's Basketball
Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025 · 6:00 – 7:30 PM — United Supermarkets Arena — Cost varies — Watch the excitement as the Lady Raiders take on the Shockers in an intense basketball matchup.
Michael Bublé Tribute with Scott Keo
Thursday, December 4th, 2025 · 7:30-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $30-$65 — Experience the magic of Bublé’s Christmas classics performed live by premier tribute artist Scott Keo.
Lubbock December Conquest Tournament
Saturday, December 6th, 2025 · 10 AM – 4 PM — Stormcrow Games — $15 — Join fellow gamers in an epic tournament open to all skill levels in Lubbock.
West Texas Jazz Orchestra Concert
Sunday, December 7th, 2025 · 3:00-5:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — Adults: $25 / Students: $15 — Celebrate Pearl Harbor and the holiday season with live jazz music at a historic venue.
BIRTH-TAY Celebration with DJ Rockstar Aaron
Friday, December 12th, 2025 · 9 PM - 1 AM — Jake's Sports Cafe — Tickets available — Dance to Taylor Swift's hits and deep cuts under the starlight.
2025 West Texas Salute to Veterans: Holidays and Heroes
Saturday, December 13th, 2025 · 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — American Windmill Museum — Free entry — Celebrate veterans with resources, family activities, and holiday fun.
Aaron Watson Family Christmas
Sunday, December 14th, 2025 · 7 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $35-$70 — Celebrate the holiday season with Aaron Watson and family performing Christmas classics and popular hits.
Carol of Lights Run
Monday, December 15th, 2025 · 12:45-2:30 a.m. — Texas Tech University Campus — Check registration for pricing — Experience a magical evening run surrounded by over 25,000 glowing holiday lights.