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Friday, December 12th, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lubbock Cemetery will host its annual Wreaths Across America ceremony tomorrow, Dec. 13 at 11 a.m. at 2011 East 31st Street — the event will honor veterans with wreath placement immediately after the ceremony and seeks volunteers and sponsors. FOX34
- ➤ Darlene Snider of Veterans Thrift Store launched a holiday food drive to provide meals and warm clothing for veterans; local businesses back the effort with drop-off locations such as QDOBA (on Indiana and Milwaukee Ave) and Hub City Organics (on 82nd), and the drive stands at 20 percent of its goal. FOX34
- ➤ Every Saturday at 8 a.m., the Dream Center hands out about 130 grocery bags to over 100 local families. The center’s partnership with South Plains Food Bank helps it meet growing demand during the holiday season. FOX34
- ➤ City Bank today announced 30 winners of its $60,000 Community Rewards program for nonprofits in Lubbock. The awards, given in six categories and including an extra $3,000 for International Order of the Rainbow for Girls, mark the 18th year of the initiative. FOX34
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ CoNetrix celebrated its expanded office headquarters today at 11:45 a.m. with a ribbon cutting led by CEO Marvin Crossnoe and President Russ Horn — partners, clients, and community leaders toured the facility until 6:00 p.m. as the company invests in Lubbock’s growing tech scene. FOX34
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Christmas events are on this weekend (The Nutcracker at Buddy Holly Hall, Dec. 11 to 14; CS Lewis Christmas, Dec. 14 at Crickets Theater; Candlelight at the Ranch, free Dec. 12 to 13; Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Christmas Angels, Dec. 12 and 14 at CATS Playhouse). FOX34
- ➤ Candlelight on the Ranch returns this weekend at the National Ranching Heritage Center. The free event runs from 6:30-9:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday, showcasing 15 historic buildings lit with lanterns and campfires (a $5 donation is suggested) and offers a shuttle from UMC parking. KFYO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Workforce Solutions South Plains received nearly $150,000 from the Texas Workforce Commission and a matching amount from the Lubbock Economic Development Alliance to train over 500 students in skills such as mechanics, welding, and construction. The funding aims to prepare local students for in-demand careers. KCBD
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Covenant Children’s in Lubbock was named one of the best hospitals for maternity care by U.S. News and World Report (2026 designation) for its high standards in safe childbirth and baby support. The award highlights its commitment to best practices for mothers and infants. FOX34
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Southwest Airlines is adding non-stop flights from Lubbock to Miami for Texas Tech fans heading to the Orange Bowl on New Year's Day. Departures leave Lubbock on Wed, Dec. 31 and returns from Miami on Fri, Jan. 2. KFYO
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life shrinks or expands in proportion to one's courage.
~ Anais Nin
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