Lubbock Ledger | Thursday, Feb. 22

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

Looking for some mid-week fun? Look no further! If you like exercise, grab some of your friends and join the City Parks & Recreation’s softball team! Ten games are guaranteed, and there will be a small tournament at the end of the session. There will be mens’, womens’, and coed teams. Registration is $425 per team. The league runs from March 18th until June 7th. Click here for more information. Game on!

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

• The Daily Scoop

• Sports updates

• Fun for the whole family

• Upcoming events this week

The Daily Scoop | A new buffet is on its way to Lubbock

Soon Hayashi Buffet and China Star won’t be the only all-you-can-eat dining options for Chinese cuisine. Motomaro offers all-you-can-eat sushi, hibachi, and hot pot for those with a taste for something new. The restaurant will be open Sunday through Thursday from 11 AM to 10 PM and Friday and Saturday from 11 AM to 11 PM. Read more here!

Lubbock Lake Landmark hosts first-ever after-dark hike

Lubbock Lake Landmark will host a new challenge for local hikers. On March 23, there will be the first-ever after-dark hike at night. The hikes will begin at the Nash Interpretive Center 7:30 PM and will last 75 to 90 minutes. Click here to read more.

Local Sports Center

Regional playoffs and quarterfinals for girls’ and boys’ basketball continues. Here are the latest scores and upcoming games!

Girls’ basketball

• Shallowater beat Canadian last night with a winning score of 67-56. Read the coverage here.

During the Region I-1A seminfinals tournament, Nazareth goes head to head against Whiteface on Friday at South Plains College, 1 PM.

Borden County plays McLean on Friday at 2:30 PM.

Finals are on Saturday at South Plains College, 2 PM.

Click here for more updates.

Boys’ basketball

New Home plays Sterling City on Thursday at Big Spring High School, 7 PM.

Click here for more updates.

Texas Tech University | Sports Update

• The Red Raiders’ baseball team lost to Oregon State at the end of yesterday’s game. The score was 4-10. Read more here.

• The Lady Raiders’ basketball team lost to University of Texas-Austin last night with a score of 72-77. Check out the coverage here.

Coming up…

This weekend, the women’s tennis team will compete in the Blue Gray National Tennis Classic in Alabama.

Softball plays Stephen F. Austin on Friday in the Lovelace Stadium, 9 AM.

The Red Raiders’ baseball team plays Texas Southern this weekend in Rip Griffin Stadium, 2 PM.

Fun for the Whole Family | Lubbock, TX Upcoming Events

Lubbock Locomotion Scavenger Hunt

You and your family can participate in a creative scavenger hunt across the city! During the event, you’ll check in with a remote host and visit scenic sites throughout Lubbock. The scavenger hunt runs every day and begins at 10 AM. Tickets are $24 per person. For more information, click here.

You Sleuth AR Detective Experience

Join an all-age activity that can be done in your own neighborhood! During the self-guided experience, you can use your smartphone to interact with virtual characters. Explore your neighborhood and gather information about the case and answer phone calls from the Chief of Police. Tickets are $25 per person. All you’ll need is a mobile device and reliable internet connection! To learn more, click here.

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

Thursday: Teen Anime Club @ Groves Branch Library, 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM

Teens aged 13-17 can make new friends, eat snacks, and participate in other fun activities while watching their favorite anime. For more information, call (806) 775-3723.

Friday: First Friday Art Trail @ LHUCA

Head to the Louise Hopkins Underwood Center for Arts for First Friday Art Trail. It’s a free, self-guided tour through the Lubbock Cultural District. There will be live music, food trucks, and most importantly, art! The fun event occurs on the first Friday of every month.

Saturday: English Newsom Food & Wine Market

Stop by English Newsom Cellars on Saturdays from 5-8 to purchase an assortment of food and wine, fit for any occasion!

Sunday: 502 Jam Night @ Two Docs Brewing Company, 6 PM to 9 PM

Enjoy a fun night of drinks and music during 502 Jam Night at Two Docs Brewing Company. This event occurs every Sunday. Call (806) 412-4888 for more information.