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Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of December.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lubbock families celebrate Christmas with unusual traditions such as reading odd holiday poems, pledging to skip lutefisk and hosting off-key karaoke—each adding its own twist to the season. The story shows how local customs mix old and new in unique ways. KKAM
- ➤ Lubbock families celebrated Christmas with quirky traditions such as reciting 'The Cremation of Sam McGee' on Christmas Eve—some even try off-key karaoke while skipping lutefisk—showing the city's unique holiday spirit. Many households keep a secret box of mementos—small treasures that capture personal moments—and blend old customs with new ideas. KFYO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Texas Tech System released documents on Monday that set new course content standards and a review process that bars faculty from teaching ideas that promote race or sex-based prejudice, plus requiring any conflicting content to be submitted for review for immediate compliance. The Daily Toreader
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Texas Tech’s Chief of Police Kyle Bonath will retire on January 31 (after serving about 10 years) and Interim Chief Amy Ivey will take charge (as the university begins its search for a permanent replacement). FOX34
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ At the annual work Christmas party in Lubbock, employees will enjoy quirky dishes like multiple queso options and a mystery dip—paired with cowboy hats, a heated gift exchange, and lively moments that mix awkward fun with holiday cheer. KKAM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ West Plains beat Canyon 35-3 in their playoff game and became the only team left from Amarillo and Canyon. The Wolves will face Stephenville at Lowrey Field in Lubbock on Friday, December 5th at 7 p.m. as they try to advance to the quarterfinals. KKAM
- ➤ On Monday, WWE announced that the Road to WrestleMania Supershow will be held at United Supermarkets Arena on February 14 — the event will feature top wrestling talent. Tickets will go on sale from December 10 at 10 a.m. CST with an exclusive presale starting December 9 at 10 a.m. CST. FOX34
- ➤ Texas Tech and BYU will compete in the Big 12 championship game this Saturday at 11 a.m. at AT&T Stadium in Arlington—coaches Joey McGuire and Kalani Sitake expressed excitement while commissioner Brett Yormark said the teams earned their spots with 11 to 1 records. KCBD
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Wichita State Shockers vs. Texas Tech Lady Raiders Women's Basketball
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.
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Michael Bublé Tribute with Scott Keo
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.
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Lubbock December Conquest Tournament
10 AM – 4 PM — Stormcrow Games — $15 — Join fellow gamers in an epic tournament open to all skill levels in Lubbock.
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West Texas Jazz Orchestra Concert
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.
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BIRTH-TAY Celebration with DJ Rockstar Aaron
9 PM - 1 AM — Jake's Sports Cafe — Tickets available — Dance to Taylor Swift's hits and deep cuts under the starlight.
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Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl in Lubbock
4:30-9 p.m. — Tom's Daiquiri Place — 25% off early bird tickets — Celebrate the festive season in style with your best ugly sweater while hopping from bar to bar.
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Aaron Watson Family Christmas
7 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $35-$70 — Celebrate the holiday season with Aaron Watson and family performing Christmas classics and popular hits.
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Carol of Lights Run
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.
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Northern Colorado Bears vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders Basketball
7-8:30 p.m. — United Supermarkets Arena — Check website for ticket prices — Watch the fierce basketball matchup between the Northern Colorado Bears and Texas Tech Red Raiders.
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Caldwell Kids Christmas Show
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $25 Adults, $20 Children 10 & Under — Experience a professional holiday concert featuring talented kids backed by a live band.
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