Mahon Library remains closed for ongoing plumbing repairs
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Due to ongoing water line repairs, Mahon Library will remain closed Friday, October 16.
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A spooky good time at the Mo's Monster Mash on Halloween in the Depot District for all ages
LUBBOCK, Texas—A spooky good time at the Mo's Monster Mash on Halloween in the Depot District for all ages. Join in the trunk or treat from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Beginning at 7:00 p.m. the Halloween party begins. Find out more on Facebook, Mo Productions....
Google Book laptop makes waves with Gemini intelligence
Google has introduced a new laptop called the Google Book, which is specifically designed for Gemini Intelligence. This device offers a fresh alternative to existing MacBook, Windows, and Chromebook options. Android users may find the new hardware particularly appealing as it int...
Lubbock Public Library events for Oct. 12-17
The Lubbock Public Library is excited to announce their upcoming events for the week of Monday, October 12, through Saturday, October 17.
Turtle races, a car show and so much more at the 50th annual Lynn County Harvest Festival
LUBBOCK, Texas—This turtle made its debut on Trends and Friends! See the turtles race to the finish line at the 50th annual Lynn County Harvest Festival! The family can also enjoy a car show, live music, tailgating, vendors, food trucks and more on Saturday, October 10. Find out ...
Readings and author Q&As in TTU's Special Collections Library fall series
Texas Tech University's Southwest Collection/Special Collections Library (SWC/SCL) will host readings and author Q&As as part of the Sowell Family Collection in Literature, Community & the Natural World's fall series....
Time to get cozy: Fall book clubs around Lubbock
The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of October 2, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas -- The cooler weather means it's the perfect time to get cozy with a book. Lubbock Public Libraries has announced its book clubs for the month of October, with themes for every type o...
TTU debuts lecture series, historic look at folk healer
The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of October 2, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas -- Texas Tech University's Southwest Collection/Special Collections Library will kick off a new lecture series discussing "Decolonial Aesthetics and the Cultural Impact of Teresa Urre...
Texas Rangers investigate in-custody death of 67-year-old Castro County inmate
CASTRO COUNTY, Texas (KFDA) - Texas Rangers are investigating a Castro County inmate’s death. A report published last week shows that jail personnel at Castro County Jail did not see any signs of illness during the book-in of 67-year-old Steven S. Rivera. Rivera entered the jail ...
Wolfforth library hosts free Texas Writes workshop Oct. 3
The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of September 29, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas -- The City of Wolfforth Library will host Texas Writes, a free half-day writing workshop featuring authors Chris Barton and Jennifer Ziegler on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at 10 a....
New book, class aim to help ranching families pass businesses to future generations
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Mark Griffin and David Alderson founded the Alderson & Griffin Center for Family Business and Entrepreneurship , which partnered with Texas Tech’s Davis College and the National Ranching Heritage Center this year on a new initiative focused on agri-busines...
Library Events for the Week of September 27
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The following is a list of upcoming events at Lubbock’s public library branches for the week of September 28–October 3, 2026. For more information on any event, contact the branch listed. Pop Collage Magnets at Mahon Library Monday, September 284:00 to 5:0...
Book reading, signing by TTU alumna author
LUBBOCK, Texas -- Texas Tech alumna Sally Logue Post will make a presentation about her new book, The Story the Bones Tell: A History of the Lubbock Lake Landmark, and sign copies on Sunday, October 4. The talk, titled "How a Conversation Became a Book," will take place from 2 to...
Lubbock Public Library events for Sep. 14-19
The Lubbock Public Library is excited to announce it's upcoming events for the week of Monday, September 14, through Saturday, September 19.
Alison Krauss & Union Station cancel Lubbock tour stop
LUBBOCK, Texas -- Alison Krauss & Union Station have announced the cancellation of several upcoming tour dates, including the September 26 show scheduled to be in Lubbock at Buddy Holly Hall. According to a Facebook post, Alison has been advised by medical professionals to take a...
Noon Notebook: Modern Square Dance Lessons
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Modern square dance lessons are being offered by the Lubbock Area Square & Round Dance Federation. The lessons are designed for beginners and for anyone interested in learning modern square dancing in a fun, social setting. Lessons start Monday, September ...
Mystic Tomes Fantasy Bookstore casts its spell on Wolfforth
Mystic Tomes Fantasy Bookstore is scheduled to host its grand opening on September 26, 2026, in Wolfforth, Texas, featuring local vendors and planned community events....
Noon Notebook: 30th Annual Plains Watermelon Roundup
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Plains in Yoakum County is hosting the 30th Annual Watermelon Roundup at the Yoakum County Courthouse Square. The event is Saturday, September 5, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free, and organizers say there will be plenty of watermelon and lots of ven...
Lubbock Book Festival returns Saturday
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Literacy Lubbock will host the Lubbock Book Festival on Saturday, August 22, 2026, at the Overton Hotel and Conference Center. The family-friendly event will feature over 70 authors, book signings and workshops starting at 9 a.m. “Kids Chapter” will offer ...
Turning the pages in Lubbock: The Lubbock Book Festival returns
The above video shows the top local headlines for the morning of August 19, 2026. LUBBOCK, Texas --- Readers, writers and families will soon have the opportunity to celebrate all things books and the love of reading with the Lubbock Book Festival, an event organized by Literacy L...
Noon Notebook: Feed Seniors Now
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - (News release from Lubbock Meals on Wheels) During September, Comfort Keepers and Lubbock Meals on Wheels join efforts to collect food and funds for the Weekend Meal Bag Program for Meals on Wheels recipients. Meals on Wheels delivers 1,100+ meals each day...
Lubbock Public Library events for August 17-22
The Lubbock Public Library is excited to announce their upcoming events for the week of Monday, August 17, through Saturday, August 22.
Mahon Library launching ‘Tech Cafe’ program to help residents with device questions
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The Mahon Library is launching a new recurring program next week to help residents with technology questions. The “Tech Cafe” opens Thursday, Aug. 20, with a second session scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 31. Staff will be available to help visitors get comfor...
Lamontavian Booker indicted by Lubbock Grand Jury after July shooting
Lamontavian Booker, 20, was indicted by a Lubbock grand jury for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon following a July 2025 shooting. Court documents indicate Booker arrived at a residence on 136th Street and shot a victim multiple times after a dispute involving a former part...
Lubbock National Bank donates book vending machine to Community Health Center of Lubbock
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The Community Health Center of Lubbock and Lubbock National Bank are partnering to promote childhood literacy through a new book vending machine donation. Lubbock National Bank announced the donation of the book vending machine to the Community Health Cent...