Daily editionTuesday, December 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Lubbock.
The Daily Lubbock Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of December.
Community
The South Plains Food Bank now has over 4,000 lbs of chicken donated by United Family and Smart Chicken through its annual Smart Giving Program (supporting more than 11,000 families) to provide meals during the holiday season into January.
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Tractor Supply Foundation donated $1,000 to the Lubbock County Sheriff’s Office canine unit in memory of K-9 Arlo, who served four years and died in October.
A memorial for him was held earlier this month.
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Lubbock County OEM and West Texas Pathfinders invite amateur radio operators to Winter Field Day, an event to test emergency communications under winter challenges.
Scheduled for the last full weekend of January, participants will set up stations using backup power (generators or batteries).
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Culture
During February, county commissioners approved a $10,000 sponsorship for Buffalo Grass Fest — an event set for next year that will teach local musicians how to promote themselves online.
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Families in Lubbock will be able to catch KIDZ BOP LIVE: The Concert Movie in theaters from January 2nd to January 5th, which offers 81 minutes of live performances featuring kid-friendly pop hits + dance moments to kick off the new year with fun.
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Environment
Texas A&M Forest Service warns that unseasonably warm and dry conditions (along with freeze-cured grasses) could spark wildfires during the holidays.
Residents should follow local burn bans and safety guidelines to reduce wildfire risks.
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Government
Lubbock's population reached 272,100 in 2025, outpacing Austin with a 1.5% growth rate while the county total hit 332,354.
The city shows a diverse mix with an average age around 30 and households earning about $60,487.
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DPS is urging drivers to follow simple safety rules as holiday travel increases, reminding them to check their cars, drive within limits, and buckle up.
Their guidance comes ahead of an expected 122.4 million travelers hitting the roads before January 1.
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Health
KCBD meteorologist John Robison explained his choice to use fitted hearing aids to better catch weather cues and family conversations — he noted that 40 percent of Americans over 55 suffer hearing loss and free tests are offered after the holidays.
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Lubbock Events
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.
Raiding the Classic Rock Vault - Greatest Hits Live!
Saturday, January 17th, 2026 · 7:30-9:30 p.m. — Cactus Theater — $25-$50 — Enjoy an unforgettable night of classic rock hits featuring talents from Vibe LBK and special guest vocalists.
Casey Pilgreen Live Concert
Sunday, January 18th, 2026 · 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'.