WATER RUPTURE OFF HOUSTON STREET - According to reports, a pipe burst on Houston Street and College Avenue resulting in a high-pressure leak that wreaked havoc on the street corner at around 9 p.m. on Sunday. At 1 a.m., the leak reportedly continued unattended. City workers responded to the emergency Monday evening. (Photo by C.R. Calhoun)

WATER RUPTURE OFF HOUSTON STREET - According to reports, a pipe burst on Houston Street and College Avenue resulting in a high-pressure leak that wreaked havoc on the street corner at around 9 p.m. on Sunday. At 1 a.m., the leak reportedly continued unattended. City workers responded to the emergency Monday evening. (Photo by C.R. Calhoun)

County commissioners holds regular meeting

C.r. Calhoun News-press Intern
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Body The Hockley County Commissioners’ Court convened on Monday for a regular...
FOOD DONATIONS – Pictured are food donations for Bill’s Backpacks. The nonprofit collects, organizes, and distributes food to children in need at LISD campuses. (Staff Photo by Ada Niederhauser)

FOOD DONATIONS – Pictured are food donations for Bill’s Backpacks. The nonprofit collects, organizes, and distributes food to children in need at LISD campuses. (Staff Photo by Ada Niederhauser)

Bill’s Backpacks feeds local children

Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Since its conception in 2010, Bill’s Backpacks has provided food for local children in need. As they continue to serve, those interested in helping have many opportunities to do so.“I think people want to help, but they don’t know how to help,” Board President Carrie Ellis said.

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Kyle Frank Poage

Kyle Frank Poage

Kyle Frank Poage

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Friday, June 26, 2026
Body November 15, 1965---May 28, 2026 KYLE POAGE Kyle Frank Poage passed away...
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