Daily editionWednesday, December 10th, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 10th of December.
Community
Today, Ronald McDonald House Charities launched Santa’s Village—a program that lets hospitalized families receive free Christmas presents through community donations, with elves set to deliver gifts on Christmas Eve.
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Atmos Energy is partnering with South Plains Community Action to help customers with overdue gas bills, and an Energy Assistance Blitz will be held tomorrow, Dec. 11, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at local sites where funds will cover past due balances, deposits, and service charges on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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South Plains Food Bank saw a 50 percent increase in people needing food after SNAP delays during a government shutdown and is planning new mobile markets and distribution sites (serving 500-800 cars daily) across Lubbock.
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Feral cats are roaming local alleys as many pet owners fail to spay and neuter their animals.
A dedicated local has trapped, fixed, and released hundreds of cats (acting as a one-woman cat SWAT team) while urging neighbors to take preventive measures.
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Economy
The USDA announced $12 billion in bridge payments to help local farmers, including $11 billion for row crops, with funds set to be available by the end of Feb. 2026.
Farmers must submit crop acreage reports by Dec. 19 (a requirement expected to stabilize the agricultural market and local economy).
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Education
Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages awarded South Plains College $100,000 to support 20 first-generation students in a scholarship program — with several recipients from Lubbock.
The award aims to boost access to higher education for local students.
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Health
Health officials in Lubbock advise residents to stay cautious when encountering sick or dead birds during migration season and to call animal control for safe removal; they recommend wearing gloves and a surgical mask for handling birds — guidelines aim to reduce virus transmission risks.
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City health officials advised residents to be cautious around sick or dead migratory birds today; they urge calling animal control or using gloves and a mask when disposing of birds (officials monitor virus trends in wildlife and livestock to protect everyone).
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Sports
Texas Tech wrapped up their historic Big 12 Championship win - earning its first-ever trip to the Orange Bowl after defeating BYU on Dec. 6.
The team will face off at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami on Jan. 1 at 11 a.m.
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Lubbock Events
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.
Classical Mystery Tour: A Tribute to The Beatles
Wednesday, December 31st, 2025 · 8:30-10:30 p.m. — Lubbock Symphony Orchestra — Ticket prices vary — Experience an enchanting evening of Beatles classics performed by a full symphony orchestra.
ThunderBeard Tribute to ZZ Top
Friday, January 9th, 2026 · 7:30-9:00 p.m. — Cactus Theater — Tickets from $22.50 — Experience an authentic tribute to the iconic sounds of ZZ Top with the lively band ThunderBeard.