By Reece Nations For those on the lookout for Halloween-related shenanigans to be involved in, Lubbock’s informal house show bike tour sprouted as an unlikely bastion for the city’s unique brand of weirdness. For years, an annual event called “Skeletour” was organized very unofficially by hardcore house show enthusiasts and bicyclists as a do-it-yourself-affair. It was […]
“Trek-or-Treat” an Unconventional Way to Give Back, Celebrate Halloween
October 27, 2020 by
By Reagan Ranzer Halloween is right around the corner and Texas Tech students are keeping the holiday spirit alive in unconventional ways. On Thursday, Oct. 29, a team of senior advertising majors will host a virtual walk-a-thon called “Trek-or-Treat” on Facebook from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. This event will benefit the Ronald McDonald House […]
Going All Out for Halloween
October 31, 2016 by
Whether you go for the the scary look, celebrity impersonation, or a character from your favorite show, Halloween is the one day you do not have to take yourself too seriously. But, the art of planning and successfully executing your costume is what makes this fall holiday so rewarding. There is an awesome uniqueness that comes […]
No One’s Wasting Their Drugs on Your Kid
October 27, 2016 by
It’s a tale as old as Halloween, or at least as old as the 1970’s. “Make sure you check your children’s Halloween candy!” Online forums and worried mothers have warned repeatedly. Even Abigail Van Buren, author of the “Dear Abby” column, warned readers about razor blades and poison that could potentially be in their children’s Halloween […]
The Hunt for the Great Pumpkin Spice Latte
October 20, 2016 by
By Leigh Waldman Fall is in full swing, and we all know what that means. Bring out the Ugg boots, yoga pants and, most importantly, the oh-so delicious pumpkin spice latte. But not all PSLs are made the same. In the spirit of investigative journalism, I decided to take it upon myself to try PSLs from […]
Short Film: Night of the Deadly Puppet
September 15, 2016 by
What started out as a Snapchat series starring a puppet is now a short film featured in an international film festival. Ricardo Cortez, a senior electronic media and communications major, came up with the idea for “Night of the Deadly Puppet” over the summer after making Snapchats featuring his childhood toy, Roger. Starring his little brother, […]
Creative Halloween Costumes From This Weekend
November 4, 2014 by
Here is a look back to this past weekend at some of the most creative costume ideas in Raiderland that you may have missed! What do y’all think? Tell us in the comments about others we may have missed as well! Sorority girl, Taco Belle and Elvis Presley Minnie Mouse and a minion Miho (Sin […]
Lubbock’s Halloween Celebrations
October 30, 2014 by
If you’re stuck on how to celebrate Halloween this year, don’t worry! Texas Tech and the city of Lubbock have plenty of festive events going on this week. Kalf Fry This year, everyone’s favorite country music concert (and place to eat deep-fried cow testicles) falls on a holiday. The lineup includes headliners Turnpike Troubadours with Whiskey Myers […]
Five Halloween Videos You Need To See
October 30, 2014 by
Halloween is just around the corner, and The Hub@TTU wants to make sure you’re in the spirit for all the festivities, costumes, and candy eating. With that being said, here are five videos you must see before October 31, if you haven’t already. 1. “Despicable Me” Minion Kid Although this is a short video, watching […]
Old School Scares Still Cause Shivers
October 23, 2013 by
It’s October and we all know what that means: colorful trees, football in full swing, and a candy corn supply that never seems to run out. Oh, yeah, and scary movies! This is that time of the year when it is not just socially acceptable to scream in a darkened movie theatre or living room, it’s expected. […]
