Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 31st of December.
Good morning, Lubbock.
💼 Business
Lubbock's Razzoos Cajun Cafe has permanently closed following a Chapter 11 filing and asset sale by M Crowd Restaurant Group—fans are now encouraged to explore local alternatives like Jazz 3703 and Gators Bayou.
The Lubbock location of Razzoo's Cajun Cafe closed permanently because of a Chapter 11 filing, and the group from Dallas did not include its lease in the asset sale.
Fans are now encouraged to try other local Cajun dining spots.
🎭 Culture
Texas Tech’s archeology team uncovered the lost mission site (Nuestra Señora del Espíritu Santo) in Jackson County after months of searching; they plan to conduct full-scale excavation to reveal more about Spanish colonial history.
Texas Tech's archeology team uncovered the lost Nuestra Señora del Espíritu Santo mission in Jackson County in April with help from the Texas Historical Commission (and contributions from students), ending a 300-year mystery.
The team will conduct a full-scale excavation to gather more details about Spanish civilization in the area.
🏈 Sports
Texas Tech football fans in Lubbock will join local watch parties tomorrow (Back 40 Grill at 10 a.m., The Brass Tap at 10:30 a.m., Goodline Beer Co at 11 a.m., and others) to catch the CFP Orange Bowl broadcast as the Red Raiders face Oregon in Miami.
🎉 Lubbock Events
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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.
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.
Lubbock January Conquest Tournament
10 AM – 7 PM — Stormcrow Games — $15 — Engage in competitive battles at this exciting gaming tournament.
🏠 Lubbock Real Estate
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