In this Thursday edition of the MCTV Weekday Update, anchors Julia Sewing and Kristen Soza are in studio with the latest news, information and events happening around campus. First, political candidates are in their final countdown to next Tuesday’s mid-term elections. MCTV’s Jay McCully has a look at one candidate who thinks Lubbock could play a huge part in the race for one of Texas’ Senate seats. The Red Raider Football Team is more than halfway through the Big 12 schedule, but their biggest challenge of the year could be headed to Jones AT&T Stadium this weekend. MCTV’s Paige Sachse has a preview of Texas Tech’s matchup with #7 Oklahoma, along with a look around Tech Athletics in Sports. And only a day removed from Halloween, one other spirited holiday is causing many members of the Hispanic community to remember loved ones who have passed away. We’ll have a look at how Texas Tech and the city of Lubbock are celebrating the annual Day of the Dead holiday. All this and more in today’s newscast!