Holly Hop Ice Cream Shoppe Closes After 18 Years
The 1950s-style Lubbock ice cream and soda shop shut its doors earlier than its owners had planned.
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October 29, 2026
HEAL Wellness Opens First U.S. Shop in LubbockThe Canadian smoothie franchise debuted its first American location on University Avenue.
October 26, 2026
Lubbock to Close City Facilities for Presidential VisitSeveral municipal buildings will adjust their operating hours on October 27, 2026, to accommodate a presidential visit.
October 14, 2026
BarkYard Pet Resort Will Open in Lubbock This NovemberThe new facility will provide boarding and retail services starting on November 2, 2026.
October 7, 2026
Toot 'N Totum Will Propose New Lubbock StoreThe city will review a site plan for the convenience chain's newest location on October 9, 2026.
October 2, 2026
Lubbock Will Close 72nd Street Starting October 5The city will close a section of 72nd Street to allow for essential gas line maintenance work.
September 30, 2026
Citibus Has Launched New Routes in LubbockThe local transit agency introduced one new bus route and updated three others to improve city access.
September 25, 2026
Citibus Will Launch Transit Service Changes in LubbockThe city transit agency is set to roll out its Phase One updates on September 28, 2026.
September 18, 2026
Yates Flooring Opened New South Lubbock StoreThe business has expanded its local footprint while celebrating 50 years of operations in West Texas.