Lubbock Ledger | Tuesday, Feb. 27

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Today is Big Breakfast Day! If you’re craving a hearty morning meal, try out Lubbock’s Breakfast House and Grill, a local eatery. Located near Texas Tech, the restaurant has offered delicious variety of breakfast staples like omlettes, pancakes, and eggs all day, every day for the past 15 years. For more information, click 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

The Daily Scoop | The old Señor Chubby’s location finds a new tenant

Señor Chubby’s owner Arben Benito told EverythingLubbock.com that a new restaurant will be opening soon in the vacated space. Benito’s Italian café and pizzeria’s second location will open soon in the Lubbock area, with a date set for the second week in March. Read more here.

Pop Isaacs denies civil sexual assault allegations

Texas Tech basketball player Pop Isaacs denied the sexual assault allegations that were made against him, according to new court records. A 17-year-old’s parents claimed that Isaacs assaulted their daughter while she was under the influence. The suit seeks $1 million in damages. Read more here.

Lubbock Professional Fire Fighters Association prepares for charity run

The Lubbock Professional Fire Fighters Association announced a 4X4X48 run that will raise funds for its charitable foundation. The association encourages the community to get involved by sponsoring a runner or making a donation. Learn more here.

Local Sports Center

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

Boys’ basketball

• Childress won against Idalou last night at Floydada High School. The score was 63-56.

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

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

Click here for more updates.

Texas Tech University | Sports Update

• Freshman baseball player TJ Pompey was named the Big 12 newcomer of the week.

Coming up…

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

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

Tomorrow, the womens’ basketball team goes head to head against Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, 6:30 PM.

Fun for the Whole Family | Lubbock, TX Upcoming Events

Knit With Us

Today at 1 PM, join Groves Branch Library for a relaxing afternoon of knitting. All ages are invited! Bring your own needles and yarn. For more information, call (806) 775-3723.

Hip Hop Dance Class

Children ages 5-8 can learn the basics of competition-style hip hop dance in this course at the Maxey Community Center. Classes take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:30 PM. The class costs $64 in total. To learn more, call (806) 767-3796.

Story Ballet

Ballet Lubbock presents a ballet program for children 6-10 years old at Mahon Library from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Students can begin a journey where dance, music, art, and history all combine. They will learn the foundation of classical technique and history of the art form. Call (806) 775-2835 for more information.

Hub City Life | Lubbock, TX Upcoming Events

Tuesday: Zumba @ Maxey Community Center, 6 PM to 7 PM

Move your body during a challenging Zumba class with light weights and toning exercises. Pay $6 for a one-day class pass or $45 for a monthly pass.

Wednesday: Cozy Corner Book Club @ Godeke Branch Library, 4 PM to 5 PM

Love mystery novels? Meet other enthusiasts at Godeke Branch Library. The book of the month is “Open and Shut” by David Rosenfelt. To sign up and reserve a copy of the book, call (806) 775-3362 or email [email protected]. The event is restricted to guests 18 years old and up.

Thursday: Fanny and Felix @ Crickets Theater, 7:30 PM

The Lubbock Chamber Orchestra, led by Dr. Eric Allen, guides us through an exciting concert celebrating the works of siblings Fanny and Felix Mendelssohn. Leading into the iconic “Italian Symphony” is Italian composer Domenico Dragonetti’s “Concerto for Double Bass,” featuring Mark Morton. To purchase tickets, click here.

Friday: Legally Blonde @ Louise Hopkins Center for the Arts, 7:30 PM

Experience the musical based on the classic rom-com Legally Blonde! General admission is $30. To purchase tickets, click here. For more information, call (806) 894-4770.

Saturday: Hodges Chess Club @ Hodges Community Center, 10 AM to 12 PM

Participate in open play chess at the Hodges Community Center on the first Saturday of the month. The club offers something for everyone, whether you’re a beginner or an expert. All ages are welcome! To learn more, call (806) 767-3706.

Sunday: Peddler Market Days @ Prairie Blossom Marketplace, 1 PM to 4 PM

Brose over 30 unique vendors for the first Peddler Market Days of the year at the Prairie Blossom Marketplace. The market is open on Saturday from 10 AM to 4 PM and Sunday from 1 PM to 4 PM. For more information, call (806) 445-4797 or email [email protected].