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Lubbock Ledger | Thursday, Feb. 29
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Lubbock Ledger
February 29, 2024
Hey, Lubbockites! Welcome to the Lubbock Ledger, where you can find the latest news in Lubbock, Texas!
Today is Leap Day! The quadrennial holiday adds an extra day to the year. To celebrate, head to Stella’s Restaurant for its Leap Day Mixer! From 5:30 PM to 8 PM, you can network with other guests, enjoy complimentary snacks, and enter some fun giveaways. The restaurant will also offer Thursday drink specials and live music. This is an event you won’t want to miss! For more information, click here.
Network and have some fun at Stella’s Leap Day Mixer tonight.
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 | What is Leap Day?
Have you ever wondered why there’s an extra day in the year every four years? The Associated Press explains the reasoning behind the holiday. Click here to learn more.
Leap Day occurs every four years on Feb. 29.
TTU System receives 6,000-acre donation to expand research
The Texas Tech University System received a 6,000-acre gift to expand research and educational opportunities for the community. The gift was donated by the 3 Rivers Foundation for Arts and Sciences. Read more here.
Local businesses accepting donations for panhandle fire relief
Lubbock businesses are accepting donations for relief after the fires in Panhandle on Monday afternoon. According to EverythingLubbock.com, this fire became the second largest wildfire in Texas History. Learn more here.
Leap Day deals
See which deals Wendy’s, Krispy Kreme, and more have up their sleeves this year. Check it out here!
Local Sports Center
Boys’ basketball playoffs continue this week. Here are the upcoming games!
Boys’ basketball
Yesterday, Lubbock Christian won 58-47 against Tyler Gorman. Check out the coverage here.
For the Region I-1A semifinals, Whitharral plays Texline on Friday at 1 PM.
Jayton faces Wildorado/Miami at 2:30 PM.
During the Region I-2A semifinals, Floydada plays New Home on Friday at 6:30 PM.
Olton goes against Plains at 8 p.m.
Click here for more updates.
Idalou v. Childress during Monday night’s game. | Steven Garcia / Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
Texas Tech University | Sports Update
Coming up…
Softball goes head-to-head against Merrimack College tomorrow at Rocky Johnson Field, 11:30 AM. Later at 2 PM, they play the University of Texas at El Paso.
Tomorrow, men’s tennis plays Middle Tennessee State University at 5 PM.
The Red Raiders baseball team faces Gardner-Webb tomorrow at Rip Griffin Park, 6:30 PM.
The softball team won 9-2 against the University of New Mexico Lobos. | Texas Tech Athletics
Fun for the Whole Family | Lubbock, TX Upcoming Events
Ready Set Go! Fun Fridays
If your child is a bundle of excitement, bring your child to Ready Set Go to exercise and work off their energy. The fun starts at 6:30 PM every Friday. Children ages 4-12 are welcome. Pay $20 per child with a credit card or $18 per child with a cash payment.
Energetic children can let off some steam at Ready Set Go on Fridays.
Special Needs Art Workshop
Students with special needs will learn the fundamentals of art during the Garden & Arts Center’s program. This event will occur on the first Saturday of every month from 1-3 PM. Registration costs $25. For more information, call (806) 767-3724 or email [email protected].
Game On
Visit the Patterson Branch Library and play board games today from 3:30 PM to 5 PM. Children in kindergarten through 12th grade are invited. Call (806) 767-3300 or email [email protected] for more information.
Hub City Life | Lubbock, TX Upcoming Events
Thursday: Seated Yoga @ Maxey Community Center, 10:45 AM to 11:45 AM
During this class, residents will learn seated yoga poses that will aid in stretching and strengthening their muscles, relieve stress, and improve posture in a calming environment. Classes are $15 per month. Click here to register.
Friday: Live Music @ La Diosa Cellars, 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Join La Diosa Cellars for live music every Friday and Saturday. This weekend’s artist is Mackenzie Patton. The cover charge is $5, which supports the artist directly.
Experience local talent on Fridays and Saturdays at La Diosa Cellars.
Saturday: Star Wars Unlimited Pre-Releases @ Mad Hatters House of Games, 5 PM
Step into the world of jedis and siths this Saturday! Be one of the first to play the new Star Wars: Unlimited Trading Card game for only $30. Visit their website to learn more.
Sunday: 502 Jam Night @ Two Docs Brewing Company, 6 PM to 8 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.