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Lubbock, Texas Patch AM: a 4 min readHello Lubbock! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! āļøļø
In today's newsletter:
- Planning your Wednesday? Donāt miss Lubbockās free World Environment Day party
- What TxDOTās new Lubbock District Engineer means for your daily drive
- How Lubbockās new digital system could speed up fire response times
Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? š¤ (Answer below!)
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- Wednesday: Thunderstorms, with a high of 78 and low of 65 degrees.
- Thursday: Cloudy, a shower and t-storm, temps: high: 82, low: 66.
- Friday: Humid with a t-storm in spots, with a high of 84 and low of 65 degrees.
š° News we're reading
1. City's World Environmental Day Celebration (1049thebeat.com) ā Lubbock families can head to Hodges Community Center this Wednesday, June 5, for a free World Environment Day celebration packed with food trucks, games, and giveaways from 4 to 8 p.m. Kidsā activities, local organization booths, and a 7 p.m. Master Gardener session at the Arboretumās Demonstration Garden make it a hands-on way to learn about sustainability close to home. 
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2. TxDOT names Kylan Francis as Lubbock District Engineer (kcbd.com) ā TxDOT has named longtime engineer Kylan Francis as the new Lubbock District Engineer, putting her in charge of roadway maintenance and construction across the South Plains. After leading major projects like the Loop 88 corridor in Lubbock County, sheāll now oversee future transportation improvements that shape how residents drive in and around the city. Ā Ā Ā
3. Lubbock Fire Rescue adopts digital incident command system (kcbd.com) ā Lubbock Fire Rescue is rolling out a new digital incident command system that lets commanders track crews and calls in real time, replacing whiteboards and handwritten notes. Officials say it will speed up responses, improve communication, and enhance firefighter safety while helping protect Lubbock residents during structure fires and other emergencies as the city continues to grow. Ā Ā Ā
4. Texas Tech touts latest spot in Center for World University Rankings (lubbockonline.com) ā Texas Tech University in Lubbock has been ranked in the top 2.4% of universities worldwide by the Center for World University Rankings, landing at No. 503 globally. Leaders say the recognition reflects ongoing gains in research, academics, and alumni outcomes that help strengthen opportunities for students and the wider Lubbock community. Ā Ā Ā
5. Around the State: DBU honors Linda Smith for 50 years of service (baptiststandard.com) ā Wayland Baptist Universityās Lubbock campus will honor Distinguished Alumnus Kyle D. Edgington during graduation at Southcrest Baptist Church on June 6 at 10 a.m. The broader roundup also spotlights milestones and leadership changes at several Christian universities across Texas, but Lubbock readers may be most interested in the local commencement recognition. Ā Ā Ā
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Sunny was LOST on June 1, 2026 in Lubbock, TX 79407 near Dollar general Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to contact the owner,ā¦ (Nextdoor Research) - Black and white Pit at Memorial High School.
Seems gentle but wouldnāt come right to me. He would come close enough to eat some French fries a foot away but would not come drink the water. Itāsā¦ (Nextdoor Westwood)
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Is the bar tender here? (Thank you W. M. for sending it in!)
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