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Wednesday, December 10th, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 10th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 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. KCBD
- ➤ 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. FOX34
- ➤ 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. KKAM
- ➤ 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. FOX34
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ 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). FOX34
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 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. FOX34
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ 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). KCBD
- ➤ 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. FOX34
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ 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. KFYO
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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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Stormcrow Pokémon TCG League Challenge - December
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.
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UCF Knights at Texas Tech Red Raiders Women's Basketball
6:00 p.m. — United Supermarkets Arena — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling women's basketball action between UCF and Texas Tech.
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Classical Mystery Tour: A Tribute to The Beatles
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.
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ThunderBeard Tribute to ZZ Top
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.
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~ Tim Ferriss
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