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Hey Lubbock, hope your week’s off to a good start! Pre-show lounge perks at Buddy Holly Hall, an evening with Emmitt Smith, a gem and fossil sale, and more. Let’s get to it!

— Cait Baker

📰 In the news

Voter-approved campus overhaul: Lubbock ISD approved sites for three new elementary schools, set to open in 2028-29. Each will hold 750 students, and Bean students will move to O.L. Slaton site — see where students will move.

Leadership and endowment announced: TTUHSC in Lubbock received ACGME approval to launch a Complex General Surgical Oncology fellowship, one of 43, partnering with John Wayne Cancer Foundation to support rural and underserved communities — meet the faculty and partners.

Exclusive pre-show perks await: Buddy Holly Hall’s Rave On Lounge is now open at the Helen DeVitt Jones Theater in Lubbock, offering chef-curated light bites and specialty drinks. Tickets are $35 with show tickets — learn what’s included and when.

Blended path to healthcare careers: Pulse Medical Assistant School will open a Lubbock campus this spring, offering a 16-week program with labs and clinical training at a 45th Street location, preparing students for certification — get all the details.

Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why precious metals are back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175 per month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

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Highlights this week:

• Train your pup at free obedience meetup
• Shop Mo’s Market at Lubbock Arboretum
• Support LCHS Project Graduation at Abuelo’s
• Join LPCA at Bahama Bucks fundraiser
• Celebrate 30 years of mariachi and folklorico
• This is the best home warranty (and it’s $150 right now)
• Over 62? Learn how to turn home equity into tax-free cash

🫶 We got your back

Guide future bike improvements: TxDOT’s virtual public meeting on the Lubbock district bicycle plan is underway now through March 17. Public comments are due by March 17 to be included in the official record. The presentation covers state highway cycling needs and is offered in English, Spanish, and ASL. See how to get involved.

City traffic alert issued: The southbound lane of Quaker Avenue between 4th Street and 18th Street is closed for utility work now through March 2. Expect delays, use an alternate route, and avoid distractions when driving through the area. Read the full traffic update.

Untangle your family tree: If you’re curious to learn more about your family tree, South Plains Genealogical Society blends friendly know‑how with deep Lubbock resources to help you learn about your ancestry. Membership is not required to attend meetings, but they’d love to have you join.

Spruce up your space: Consignment Gallery makes updating your home effortless with like-new, upscale furniture and accents at prices that won’t sting. Hunt for the perfect piece, or consign what no longer sparks joy. Either way, your living room wins this week.

What do people see when they search your name? Search results can surface past mistakes or outdated information that no longer reflects who you are. BetterReputation helps remove and clean up unwanted content so your online presence matches your real life today. Not worried about yourself? Doesn’t hurt to mention it to family or friends who might be.

Take control of your credit card debt: High interest can keep you stuck paying more than you need to. A balance transfer card with 0% intro APR until 2027 and no annual fee gives you time to pay down what you owe without interest working against you. By transferring your balance, more of your payment goes toward the principal so you can actually make a dent in what you owe.

📆 Around town this week

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This week

🛒 Lubbock Mobile Market @ Eucalyptus Lane | Thursday (2/26) at 4:00 PM – Think farmers market meets grocery run, without the crosstown slog. Lubbock’s roving market brings West Texas essentials from neighbors you actually know, with produce, pantry staples, baked treats, and gifts. Support local, fill the trunk, then call it a productive stroll.

🍳 Cooking Class @ The Crush Pad | Thursday (2/26) at 6:00 PM – Skip the takeout, Saffron & Spice is rolling in with a hands-on class where they bring all the goods, and you bring yourself and a little curiosity. Learn Indian style cabbage stir fry, Chettinad chicken, and roti. Wine’s for sale, obviously.

🏈 An Evening with Emmitt Smith @ Frazier Alumni Pavilion | Thursday (2/26) at 6:30 PM – Grab a seat and hear Cowboys legend Emmitt Smith, yes that Emmitt, trade game day yards for life lessons on leadership, teamwork, and grit. He runs businesses, supports kids, even won Dancing with the Stars, so expect charm, substance, and end zone smiles.

This weekend

🛠 Trail Maintenance Day @ Dunbar Historic Lake | Saturday (2/28) at 8:00 AM – Trade your couch dent for a Trail Work Day at Mae Simmons and Purina, then enjoy the smug glow that only manual labor and fresh singletrack can deliver. Locals and a crew from Tech are pitching in, so bring gloves, jokes, and sensible shoes.

💎 Gem Amethyst Rock Fossil Sale @ Courtyard By Marriott | Saturday (2/28) at 9:00 AM – Courtyard by Marriott becomes a mini museum for a rock and fossil sale, with meteorites, megalodon teeth, and amethyst cathedrals, plus thousands of specimens from five bucks. Free admission and parking, cash preferred, so upgrade that Lubbock driveway gravel to something shiny.

🛍 Prairie Dog Market @ Praire Dog Market | Saturday (2/28) at 10:00 AM – Nothing beats a winter wander through Prairie Dog Market, where Lubbock makers pack in handmade crafts, baked goods, art, and the neighborly chatter you secretly enjoy. Bring a tote, your patient friend, and cash for the candle you don’t need, but will buy.

🍷 Fireside @ Adelphos Cellars | Saturday (2/28) at 11:00 AM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to slow down, this is it: a cozy two-day indoor market at Adelphos Cellars with handmade goods, local vendors, live music, charcuterie, and wine by the fire. Like your living room, but curated, warm, and blissfully laundry-free.

Live music & entertainment:

• 2/24 Psychostick @ Jake’s Sports Cafe – 7:00 PM
• 2/26 Morgan James @ Texas Tech School of Art – 7:00 PM
• 2/27 Indego and more @ Jake’s Sports Cafe & Backroom – 8:00 PM
• 2/28 Brahms: A German Requiem @ Buddy Holly Hall – 7:30 PM
• 2/28 WTX Wranglers @ Texas Cafe and Bar – The Spoon – 10:00 PM
• 3/1 Jazz Brunch @ Stella’s Restaurant – 10:00 AM
• 3/1 Needtobreathe @ The Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences – 7:30 PM

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Lubbock report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 82°F – Low: 53°F – Precip: 0%

Patchy blowing dust after 9am. Sunny, with a high near 82. West southwest wind 15 to 20 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 53. West wind 10 to 15 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 84°F – Low: 51°F – Precip: 0%

Mostly sunny, with a high near 84. West northwest wind around 10 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 51. Northwest wind 10 to 15 mph.

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🔥 Worth a peek

We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.

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• See how to save up to 58% on GLP-1s with Fridays
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• This pet insurance plan reimburses up to 90%