Good morning, Lubbock.

Lubbock families are reminded to shop early for the holidays as The United Family stores close at 7:00 p.m. today and remain closed tomorrow; regular hours will resume on Friday, Dec.

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The Greene family honors their late son through an annual Christmas gift drive for local women at New Legacy Home & One Voice Home.

They gather presents from an Amazon wish list each year to offer a joyful holiday morning and keep his memory alive.

Lubbock drivers are reminded to use their turn signals to help avoid dangerous chain reactions in traffic & potential fines.

Experts say careful signaling can prevent sudden braking and accidents on the roads.

A Lubbock family recalls a local holiday legend when a stranger in a Carhartt jacket jumped their car in a Walmart parking lot during a bitter cold night and briefly appeared with cocoa before disappearing, leaving behind a cherished tale of kindness.

United Supermarkets & Smart Chicken delivered 4,120 pounds of chicken to South Plains Food Bank, marking a record year of food donations for families in Lubbock.

The food bank has already distributed over three million pounds of food to more than 50,000 households.

A horse-drawn carriage at Kingsgate Center was involved in an accident Tuesday afternoon, but no one was injured and officials confirmed the seasonal ride service remains on schedule (center statement).

A viral video has drawn record crowds to Chickies Tasty Treats for its signature hot chocolate during Christmas week; the shop at 4930 South Loop 289, #205 is working nonstop to meet demand + build lasting customer loyalty.

Holloman AFB, located a few hours west, will host the Legacy of Liberty Air Show on April 18th–19th with thrilling aerobatics by the Patriots Jet Team, static aircraft displays, food vendors and live music.

The free event invites families and aviation fans from West Texas and eastern New Mexico.

Local eateries now serve colossal burritos to satisfy super hungry appetites.

Picantes, The Plaza, Burrito King, Asada, and Mi Tierra offer giant meals that typically need a fork & knife, giving Lubbock residents playful new choices for a satisfying bite.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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'.

Friends of Library Book Sale

9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — George & Helen Mahon Public Library — Books from 25 cents — Browse through gently used books this weekend and support the local library.