Lubbock Daily Brief: Weekend crash, Red Raiders’ big win, and community honors
Lubbock, TX – March 1, 2026 – Two hurt in a crash near 98th & Chicago; Texas Tech hoops celebrated; volunteers honored; warm, dry weekend persists.
Top local headlines
Two people were injured in a Saturday evening crash near 98th Street and Chicago Avenue. First responders reported moderate injuries and temporary traffic diversions while investigators worked to determine what caused the wreck.
Texas Tech men’s basketball returned to Lubbock to a late-night welcome after an 82–73 road win over No. 4 Iowa State. The victory tightened the Big 12 race, and the team’s next game was listed as a Tuesday home matchup against TCU.
Sports & schools
High school playoff action across the South Plains produced a busy Friday night. Local teams appeared across multiple classifications, with several tight finishes and at least one overtime result reported. If you follow a specific campus, it’s a good moment to double-check brackets and travel plans for the next round.
Community
Senior volunteers were recognized for major service milestones. Eight Lubbock-area volunteers who logged more than 4,000 hours were honored with the President’s Lifetime Achievement Award through the local Retired and Senior Volunteer Program. Organizers said the bigger goal is helping retirees find purpose and connection through ongoing volunteer work.
A monthly pickleball tournament is turning recreation into fundraising for Alzheimer’s support and research. Organizers said all proceeds go to the Alzheimer’s Association as part of a local ‘Do What You Love’ campaign, with events held on the fourth Saturday each month.
Weather watch
Warm, dry conditions closed out February and lingered into the weekend. Forecasters noted springlike highs, a possible front timing shift for Sunday, and cooler air expected early in the week—along with rain chances returning as the weather pattern changes. With grass and brush still dormant, it’s also a good weekend to be careful with anything that can spark.
Sources
- https://www.kcbd.com/2026/03/01/2-injured-crash-near-98th-chicago/
- https://www.kcbd.com/2026/03/01/16-red-raider-basketball-welcomed-home-after-beating-4-iowa-state-saturday-afternoon/
- https://www.kcbd.com/2026/02/28/hoop-madness-playoff-scores-friday-feb-27/
- https://www.kcbd.com/2026/03/01/lubbock-senior-volunteers-honored-with-presidents-lifetime-achievement-award/
- https://www.kcbd.com/2026/03/01/pickleball-purpose-monthly-tournament-raises-funds-alzheimers-association/
- https://www.kcbd.com/2026/02/27/dry-warm-weather-continues-through-weekend-2/
