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Good morning, Lubbock! In today’s edition: First baby of 2026, Shen Yun, a blacklight demon tiger painting, and more. Let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Celebration marks a milestone: Covenant Children’s welcomed 2026’s first baby, a moment celebrated as a miracle, as staff handled a flurry of other births. The milestone arrived earlier this week — read the full story.
Community kindness spreads cheer: Lubbock Meals on Wheels delivered more than 800 Senior Secret Santa gifts to clients this Christmas, made possible by generous community support and TXU Energy — read the full story.
Guide local construction decisions: City of Lubbock is accepting applications for the Lake Alan Henry Board of Appeals. Applicants must be Lake Alan Henry property owners. Deadline is January 21, 2026 — get details on duties and eligibility.
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.
Protect your nest egg: Savvy investors are turning to gold amidst today’s inflation, national debt, and market uncertainty for a reason. It holds its value when everything else feels shaky. Case in point: it’s up ~62% since this month last year. If you’re curious about adding it and other precious metals to your portfolio, American Hartford has a super helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free, and definitely worth a read — check it out here.
*We do our best to avoid paywalled articles. If any slip through, let me know which ones and I’ll permanently remove them from our source list!
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🫶 We got your back
What riders should know: Citibus’ new fare structure for Paratransit and On-Demand took effect January 1. Approved by Lubbock City Council with the 2026 budget, it balances affordability for short trips with cost recovery for longer rides and meets ADA rules. Fixed route fares remain unchanged at $1.00 per trip. See what’s changing and why.
Indoor play, parent reset: Let the kids explore swings, a slide, and rotating toys while you sip complimentary coffee and actually finish a thought. The Mom Lounge & Playspace keeps it cozy and kid-focused with hands-on play that sparks imagination and sensory skills when Lubbock weather or cabin fever hits.
Indoor dinks, zero wind: Whether you’re dialing in your third shot or pickle-curious, Lubbock Indoor Pickleball delivers climate-controlled courts, ball machines, and a friendly, locally owned vibe. Open play and dedicated courts keep rallies crisp, so drops stay clean and bangers feel honest without the weather meddling.
Thinning hair? Same: I’ve been shedding a lot, and recently noticed my ponytail feeling thinner. After way too much panic-Googling, I discovered Keranique’s hair regrowth system. Everything with them is surprisingly easy: no quizzes, no pills, no choosing between dozens of products. Just grab the kit and follow the instructions. The best part? It’s $75 off right now, you’ll get three free gifts, AND you’ll get your money back if you don’t love the results.
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📆 Around town this week
All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
⛄ Block Snowman Craft @ Godeke Branch Library | Monday (1/5) at 2:30 PM – Godeke Branch Library is turning wooden blocks into snowmen, and you, seasoned adult, are invited. It is a simple, satisfying craft that pairs nicely with your patience and coffee, because West Texas winter needs a hand, and it is for ages 16 and up.
🌙 Family Night @ Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers | Tuesday (1/6) at 5:00 PM – If your Tuesday dinner negotiations need a win, hit 19th Street for Family Night, first Tuesdays from 5 to 8, where a free kids meal comes with your adult combo. Expect raffles, giveaways, and low-stress activities, plus the smug joy of not cooking, or cleaning.
🐉 Shen Yun @ Buddy Holly Hall | Tuesday (1/6) at 6:30 PM – If you’re in the mood for grand without stuffy, Shen Yun delivers soaring classical Chinese dance, live orchestra, and cinematic backdrops, all spinning up ancient legends. Expect mythic heroes, flying sleeves, and a touch of magic, then go home feeling oddly virtuous, and pleasantly dazzled.
🥗 Roundtable Luncheon: “A Healthy Kick to a New Year and a New You” @ Lubbock Women’s Club | Wednesday (1/7) at 12:00 PM – New year energy calls for a roundtable luncheon with Brenda Garcia, MS, RDN, the Health and Wellness Manager at United Supermarkets. Expect practical tips, smarter grocery runs, and accountability with your coffee, salad, and neighbors. No celery juice required.
🎤 Singer/Songwriter Listening Room @ The Crush Pad by Veesart Cellars | Wednesday (1/7) at 7:00 PM – Craving a night where you can actually hear the lyrics and your own thoughts? Pull up a chair for a true listening room set with Bob Simpson, Jerry Serrano, and Jeremy Couture, all stories, strings, and zero cover. Tip well, whisper between songs, enjoy.
🌸 Misty Mountain Flowers: Canvas or Wood + Candle @ Painting with a Twist | Friday (1/9) at 7:00 PM – Trade screen time for a little creativity, and make the place smell like you cleaned. You’ll pour a long-lasting, all-natural scented soy candle, then paint Misty Mountain Flowers on canvas or wood. Add the DIY candle during registration for just 20 bucks, zero regrets.
🎸 ThunderBeard: Tribute to ZZ Top @ Cactus Theater | Friday (1/9) at 7:30 PM – Take a break from the grind and dust off your denim jacket for ThunderBeard at the Cactus Theater, America’s top ZZ Top tribute. Expect beards, blues, and boogie, the hits you know by heart, and that Little Ol’ Band from Texas swagger done right.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Lubbock report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 77°F – Low: 44°F – Precip: 0%
Patchy blowing dust after noon. Mostly sunny, with a high near 77. West wind 5 to 15 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 44. West northwest wind around 10 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 72°F – Low: 42°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 72. West northwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 42. West southwest wind around 5 mph.
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