Daily editionFriday, December 5th, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of December.
Community
The Lubbock Downtown Park groundbreaking will take place on Thursday, Dec. 11 at 2 p.m. (Broadway and Avenue L) and marks the start of a construction phase expected to last for nine to ten months, featuring family zones, art areas and a performance stage.
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The 69th annual Santa Land will open Monday, Dec. 8 at Mackenzie Park and run through Dec. 21 from 6pm to 10pm, offering free entry, holiday displays, live entertainment and photo ops with Santa.
Visitors should note that entry is via Canyon Lake Drive from E. Broadway (bridge under construction).
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The Lubbock Downtown Park groundbreaking will be held on December 11 at 2 p.m. at Broadway and Avenue L. The new park will include family zones, art areas and a performance stage to unite the community.
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Education
Kam’Ron Williams, a former Wayland football receiver, will walk at Wayland Baptist University to receive his Business Administration degree at 2 p.m. (Dec. 13) after a 2023 car crash fractured his spine and left doctors saying he would never walk again.
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Texas Tech president Lawrence Schovanec said the recent athletic achievements, including football record setting and national highlights in basketball, golf, track & softball, are boosting enrollment for the university.
He expects many registered students to join after orientation as first-year applications jumped 67% and yield increased 18%.
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Health
A recall is in effect for 1.5 million bags of shredded mozzarella and Parmesan sold at local stores due to possible metal contamination (shoppers should check their lot codes and return any affected products for a refund).
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Sports
Texas Tech football will play in the Big 12 Championship game on Saturday, energizing fans who backed the team for decades (through ups and downs).
Former quarterback Rodney Allison and director Robert Giovannetti recalled the hardships and hopeful moments that led to this long-awaited challenge.
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USA Boxing National Championships will begin Monday at the Lubbock Civic Center and run through Dec. 13 with over 1,000 boxers, coaches, officials and staff expected to fill the 1,500-seat venue.
The event will feature 900 matches and acts as a qualifier for the 2028 Olympics.
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Texas Tech Football has risen to #4 in the College Football Playoff rankings and will face BYU Saturday, Dec. 6 at 11:00 a.m. at AT&T Stadium in Arlington; a win will secure them a bye week in the playoffs.
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Today, Jacob Rodriquez became Texas Tech's first Red Raider to be named Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year after a season with five forced fumbles, two recoveries and four interceptions.
He will play in the Big 12 Championship game on Saturday at AT&T Stadium against BYU.
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Lubbock Events
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.
Northern Colorado Bears vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders Basketball
Tuesday, December 16th, 2025 · 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.
Caldwell Kids Christmas Show
Saturday, December 20th, 2025 · 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.
Stormcrow Pokémon TCG League Challenge - December
Sunday, December 28th, 2025 · 11:30 AM – 5:00 PM — Stormcrow Games — Entry Fee Required — Compete in the December Pokémon TCG League Challenge and test your skills against local players.
UCF Knights at Texas Tech Red Raiders Women's Basketball
Tuesday, December 30th, 2025 · 6:00 p.m. — United Supermarkets Arena — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling women's basketball action between UCF and Texas Tech.