High School Football: Two New Chronicle Features
Flatland Football Report: Thursday's verified scores and Friday's West Texas schedule, with Lubbock, Amarillo, Abilene, Midland-Odessa, San Angelo and Wichita Falls coverage. Preview the Flatland Football Report.
West Texas Top 10: Our original regional 11-man and six-man rankings are in development. Estacado and Odessa Permian are among the undefeated 11-man teams under review; numbered rankings are not yet final. Preview the rankings feature.
Both linked articles are drafts and will be publicly accessible only after approval and publication.
Good Morning, Lubbock!
Friday, October 16, 2026
A historic vineyard is honored tonight, Homecoming brings a big Saturday game, and early voting begins Monday. Here is what matters around Lubbock.
Top 5 Local Stories
1. Sagmor Vineyard Gets Its Texas Historical Marker Tonight
A piece of Lubbock's wine history gets a permanent honor. The Lubbock County Historical Commission will dedicate a Texas Historical Marker recognizing Sagmor Vineyard at 6 p.m. Friday at McPherson Cellars, 1615 Texas Avenue. The vineyard helped establish the High Plains as a Texas wine-growing region. The public is invited.
2. Texas Tech Prepares for Sold-Out Homecoming Game
No. 10 Texas Tech hosts Arizona State on Saturday, October 17, at 2:30 p.m. at Galaxy Stadium. The game is sold out, according to Texas Tech Athletics. Fans should download digital tickets before arriving and plan for campus traffic, parking restrictions and Homecoming crowds.
3. Lubbock Voters Get Ready for Monday's Early Voting Start
Early voting for the November 3 general election begins Monday, October 19, and runs through October 30. The Chronicle has expanded its original, nonpartisan candidate and ballot-item explainers. Check the county's official election information for the latest polling locations and hours before going to vote.
4. Pumpkin Trail Plans Friday Opening After Weather Delay
After weather concerns canceled Thursday's opening, Lubbock Parks and Recreation plans to open the Pumpkin Trail at 5 p.m. Friday, October 16, weather permitting. The annual community display is scheduled to continue through the weekend. Check for updated conditions before making the trip.
5. Coronado Meets Lubbock-Cooper in Friday Football Matchup
Coronado visits Lubbock-Cooper for a 7 p.m. Friday kickoff at Pirate Stadium in Woodrow. The game is among this weekend's South Plains high school football matchups. Confirm any last-minute scheduling changes with the schools, particularly if weather affects outdoor activities.
Sports
Texas Tech Football: Arizona State at Texas Tech, Saturday, Oct. 17, 2:30 p.m., Galaxy Stadium, FOX. Gameday Guide.
Texas Tech Soccer: No. 8 Texas Tech plays at No. 22 BYU Friday, Oct. 16, at 8 p.m. Central, according to Texas Tech Athletics. Team Preview.
High School Football: Friday, Oct. 16: Coronado @ Lubbock-Cooper, 7 p.m., Pirate Stadium. For the complete Texas high school football schedule, go to MaxPreps. Times are subject to change. Thursday finals are omitted pending independently verified local scores.
Around Lubbock
Texas Tech Baseball: The free fall exhibition against Weatherford College was moved from Thursday to Monday, Oct. 19, because of weather concerns. Texas Tech's release contains conflicting Monday first-pitch times, so check Texas Tech Baseball for a confirmed time.
Texas Tech Basketball: The free Broadway Block Party is set for Thursday, Oct. 29, from 7:45 to 9 p.m. in front of Chimy's. Official Announcement.
Tonight, Tomorrow and This Week
Friday, Oct. 16: Sagmor Vineyard historical marker dedication, 6 p.m., McPherson Cellars, 1615 Texas Avenue; Pumpkin Trail planned opening, 5 p.m. if weather permits; Nightmare on 19th Street, 602 E. 19th Street (check operating hours).
Saturday, Oct. 17: Texas Tech vs. Arizona State, 2:30 p.m., Galaxy Stadium; St. Joseph's Sausage Festival in Slaton; Theresa Caputo at Buddy Holly Hall; Nightmare on 19th Street.
Sunday, Oct. 18: Nightmare on 19th Street; check hours and event updates.
Next Week: Early voting begins Monday, Oct. 19; Hub City Renaissance Faire is Saturday, Oct. 24, 11 a.m.–7 p.m., at LHUCA.
Event dates and times are subject to change. Check with organizers.
Election 2026: Your Local Guide
The Chronicle's original election coverage includes our unofficial sample ballot, federal candidates, statewide candidates, judicial races and county offices.
Important: The Chronicle-created sample ballot is unofficial and intended only as a reader resource. For official voting sites, hours and ballot information, visit Lubbock County Elections.
LubbockChronicle.com is updated each afternoon with new developments.
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High School Football — Chronicle Coverage
Flatland Football Report: Thursday finals and Friday's regional schedule for the South Plains, Panhandle, Permian Basin, Big Country and Concho Valley. Read the Flatland Football Report.
West Texas Top 10: See our independent 11-man and six-man rankings project and teams under review. See the West Texas Top 10 preview.
These links will be available to readers once the corresponding web-only articles are approved and published.
