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Sunday, December 21st, 2025

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Good morning, Lubbock. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 21st of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The annual Santa Red and Blue event in Slaton distributed food, toys and donations to families in need with local volunteers (including police officers) helping spread Christmas cheer. The tradition showcased strong community ties across the area.  FOX34

CULTURE NEWS

  • Families in Lubbock will catch Kidz Bop Live: The Concert Movie at local theaters from Jan. 2 to Jan. 5. The 81-minute film (featuring live pop hits and behind-the-scenes footage) offers a fun outing for the whole family after the holidays.  KFYO
  • MANIA: The ABBA Tribute will perform at Helen DeVitt Jones Theater on Tuesday, Jan. 20 with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. and a two-hour show starting at 7:30 p.m., offering vibrant ABBA music, dazzling costumes and a nostalgic disco experience — a must-see event.  KKAM

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • A guide to Lubbock's biggest burritos has been released — highlighting Picantes, The Plaza, Burrito King, Asada Mexican Grill and Mi Tierra for serving super-sized meals that meet serious hunger. Locals can visit these spots to enjoy a hearty bite.  KFYO

SPORTS NEWS

  • Today in Washington, Congressman Jodey Arrington honored Texas Tech Football for clinching its first outright Big 12 Championship during an 11-win season that now boosts their College Football Playoff hopes. He credited Coach Joey McGuire and the team for their West Texas grit and determination.  KKAM

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sun, 12/28/25

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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.

    Tue, 12/30/25

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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.

    Wed, 12/31/25

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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.

    Fri, 1/9/26

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  • Eastern New Mexico Greyhounds vs. Lubbock Christian Chaparrals Men's Basketball

    1-4:30 p.m. — Rip Griffin Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting college basketball matchup at the Rip Griffin Center.

    Sat, 1/17/26

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  • Casey Pilgreen Live Concert

    1-5 p.m. — Cactus Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an afternoon of lively country music with Casey Pilgreen and listen to hits like 'All Around Country Girl'.

    Sun, 1/18/26

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

I write to discover what I know.

~ Flannery O'Connor

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