October 29, 2026
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Flood Watch begins at 4 p.m. as heavy rain approaches. Lubbock County is among 24 counties under a Flood Watch through 8 p.m. Friday. The National Weather Service says 1 to 3 inches of rain are possible across the region, with locally higher totals. Thursday's high is near 72°F; showers are most likely tonight and Friday. Read the Chronicle's local forecast and safety guide; check the latest NWS alert.
Last two days to vote early in Lubbock County. All 21 early-voting locations will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday. Friday, October 30, is the deadline to vote early in person before the November 3 general election. See all 21 locations, hours and what to bring; view the Chronicle sample ballot. The county's last independently verified Chronicle total is 52,610 through Monday, October 26; a newer county figure has not yet been verified.
Lubbock ISD board meets at 5 p.m. Trustees will consider a library naming item at Curtis and Hattie Gipson Elementary and review the district's school financial accountability report. The meeting is at 1628 19th St. Read the agenda preview.
Texas Tech's Broadway Block Party moves indoors tonight. The free men's and women's basketball event is at United Supermarkets Arena, not Broadway. Doors open at 7 p.m., and activities run from 7:45 to 9 p.m. Fans can use the northwest or southwest entrances. Event details.
What Lubbock Is Talking About
A 2007 Texas Tech football flashback has resurfaced. Former Lubbock GOP chairman Dan Isett shared a clip of Donald Trump introducing the Red Raiders before their 34–27 win over Oklahoma. Trump Was a Red Raider Fan Long Before Any Campaigns revisits the video and game; the playful headline does not establish Trump's long-term fandom.
Sports
Texas Tech hosts Arizona Saturday at 11 a.m. The ranked Big 12 football matchup is at Galaxy Stadium. Game preview. For the full Texas high school football schedule, visit MaxPreps; kickoff times may change.
Tonight and Tomorrow
Thursday, 7 a.m.: Coffee with the Mayor, Maxey Community Center, 4020 30th St. Details.
Thursday, 5 p.m.: Lubbock ISD board meeting, 1628 19th St.
Thursday, 7 p.m.: Mahon Library Ghost Tour, 1306 9th St. City listing.
Thursday, 7:45 p.m.: Broadway Block Party, United Supermarkets Arena, free.
Friday: Last day of early voting, 8 a.m.–8 p.m.; showers could affect outdoor plans.
Know before you go: The National Weather Service reports 61°F at Lubbock airport at 5:53 a.m. Thursday. Fog is possible this morning. The Flood Watch begins at 4 p.m. and lasts through 8 p.m. Friday. Check the Chronicle's road-conditions guide before traveling in heavy rain; no specific current closure has been independently verified.
Times and dates may change. Check with Event for details.
LubbockChronicle.com is updated each afternoon with new developments.
