Hey, Lubbockites! Welcome to the Lubbock Ledger, where you can find the latest news in Lubbock, Texas!

Today is National Museum Advocacy Day. To celebrate, consider visiting a local museum today! If you’re a music lover, you might enjoy a visit to the Buddy Holly Center. Until March 17, you can explore and view beautiful photos in the Texas Photographic Society’s Members Only exhibit. General admission is $10. Learn more here.

Here’s what you’ll find in today’s edition:

• The Daily Scoop

• Sports updates

• Fun for the whole family

• Upcoming events this week

Weekend News Round-Up

• EverythingLubbock.com shared a viewer-created list of dog-friendly businesses in the city. Contenders included Sweet Pup Co., The Garden, and Miguel’s. Check out the list here!

• Texas Tech University students camped outside of Rip Griffin Stadium to be first in line for last weekend’s baseball game against University of Texas. Click here to read more.

• KCBD looked into changes at a local apartment complex. Due to upcoming renovations, the tenants would be forced to leave their home for up to 10 hours each day. Read more here.

The Daily Scoop | Local chocolate shop celebrates Pokémon day on Tuesday

Tomorrow, Chickies Tasty Treats will celebrate the anniversary of Pokémon’s 1996 debut with Pokémon-themed treats and prizes. Click here to learn more.

Local hair and beauty bar moves to Wolfforth

Loft 22 will move to Wolfforth with a grand opening set for Saturday ay 7702 FM 179, Suite #2 from 12 PM to 2 PM. The business has served Lubbock since 2018. Learn more here.

USPS looks to improve postal service

The United States Postal Service asked Lubbock residents for their input on a proposed change to move mail operations from the city to Amarillo. Some residents shared their concerns. Read more here.

Local Sports Center

Boys’ basketball playoffs continue this week. Here are the upcoming games!

Girls’ basketball

• Shallowater won against Jim Ned 43-37 in the Region I-3A final on Saturday. Check out the coverage here. 

• Valley beat Nazareth on Saturday in the Region I-1A final. The score was 51-36. Read the coverage here.

Click here for more updates.

Boys’ basketball

• Idalou plays Childress tonight at Floydada High School, 7 PM.

• Frenship plays Haslet Eaton tomorrow at Clyde High School, 6 PM.

• Shallowater plays Canadian tomorrow at Amarillo High School, 6:30 PM.

Click here for more updates.

Texas Tech University | Sports Update

• The mens’ track team won its 4th #1 title in the Big 12 Indoor Championship last weekend, with the womens’ track team coming in #2. Read more here.

• The Red Raiders’ baseball team won against Texas Southern yesterday, scoring 16-5. Read the coverage here.

Coming up…

Mens’ basketball plays University of Texas tomorrow at United Supermarkets Arena, 8 PM. Read the preview here.

The softball team plays University of New Mexico on Wednesday at Lobo Softball Field, 2 PM.

Womens’ basketball goes head to head against Texas Christian University on Wednesday in Forth Worth, 6:30 PM.

Fun for the Whole Family | Lubbock, TX Upcoming Events

Preschool Story Time

Take your little ones to story time at any of the local libraries this week. Here’s the schedule:

Mahon Library — Tuesday @ 10:30 AM

Patterson Branch Library — Tuesday @ 11:30 AM

Groves Branch Library — Wednesday @ 10:30 AM

Godeke Branch Library — Thursday @ 10:30 AM

Pre-Solar Eclipse Program

This Saturday from 2 PM to 3 PM, learn more about the solar eclipse with Groves Branch Library and members of the South Plains Astronomy Club. All ages are invited! Call (806) 775-3723 for more information.

Cats & Dogs The Exhibition

Visit an immersive attraction all about your favorite furry friends at the Science Spectrum! There, you can learn about canine and feline body types, personalities, physical skills, and more. From Feb. 16 to May 27, guests can also watch SuperPower Dogs, a film narrated by Chris Evans at the OMNI Theater. Tickets range from $12 to $20. For more information, click here.

Hub City Life | Lubbock, TX Upcoming Events

Monday: Trivia Nights @ Cricket’s Drafthouse and Grill

Join Cricket’s every Monday for a few rounds of themed trivia. Winners can win a prize and bragging rights. For more information, contact [email protected]. 

Tuesday: Plan-To-Do-Better @ Patterson Branch Library, 5:30 PM to 6:45 PM

Plan for the upcoming month with the Patterson Branch Library! You can bring stickers to swap and share with other guests. Ages 16 and up are welcome to join.

Wednesday: The Suffers @ Allen Theatre, TTU Campus, 7 PM

Experience the sound of The Suffers, a Gulf Coast soul band from Houston. Following the performance, there will be a meet and greet and CD signing. Tickets are $20. To buy tickets or learn more, click here.

Thursday: Paranormal Cirque @ South Plains Mall, 7:30 PM

Paranormal Cirque is a new circus show that combines elements of theater and cabaret for a mature audience. Tickets are $10. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Children under the age of 13 will not be admitted. Click here or call (941) 704-8572 to purchase tickets and learn more.

Friday: Hairspray @ Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts, 8 PM

Grab a can of hairspray and experience the classic musical featuring Broadway hits like “You Can’t Stop the Beat,” “Welcome to the ‘60s,” and “Good Morning Baltimore” this weekend. Tickets start at $45. To learn more, click here.

Saturday: Circle P Rodeo @ South Plains Fairground, 7 PM

Bring your family and friends for a fun night full of rodeo! Tickets are $10 at the door.. Children five and under receive free admission. To learn more, click here or call (806) 241-5422.