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LEVELLAND FIRE DEPARTMENT 2026 FIREFIGHTER OF THE YEAR (CAREER) – Joe Madewell. (Levelland Fire Department photo)

LEVELLAND FIRE DEPARTMENT 2026 FIREFIGHTER OF THE YEAR (CAREER) – Joe Madewell. (Levelland Fire Department photo)

Levelland Police Department Report

News Staff
Saturday, May 23, 2026
May 1210:20 p.m. – Officer initiated a traffic stop in the 300 block of Ave. I. Arrest was made.May 131:03 p.m. – Officers dispatched to the 1100 block of 5th St. regarding a burglary. One male and one female were arrested.12:43 p.m.
C.R. CALHOUN JOINS NEWS PRESS STAFF AS INTERN- A new face has joined the staff of the Levelland News Press. Caleigh Calhoun, daughter of Willie and Lorien Calhoun of Levelland, began in May as the new summer intern. Calhoun graduated from Whiteface High School in May of 2025. She has been attending the University of Texas over the past school year, and will return to Austin to continue her studies in the Fall.(News-Press photo)

C.R. CALHOUN JOINS NEWS PRESS STAFF AS INTERN- A new face has joined the staff of the Levelland News Press. Caleigh Calhoun, daughter of Willie and Lorien Calhoun of Levelland, began in May as the new summer intern. Calhoun graduated from Whiteface High School in May of 2025. She has been attending the University of Texas over the past school year, and will return to Austin to continue her studies in the Fall.(News-Press photo)

Trump lawsuit results in anti-weaponization fund

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Saturday, May 23, 2026
The U.S. Department of Justice announced that as a part of the settlement agreement in President Donald J. Trump v.
LHS ESPORTS CORDS – Students were honored at a banquet hosted by April Austin and Sam Dewbre: Daniel Duran, Angel Hicks, Andy Kim, Lupe Lyva, James McKenzie and Julian Sanchez. (Levelland ISD photo)

LHS ESPORTS CORDS – Students were honored at a banquet hosted by April Austin and Sam Dewbre: Daniel Duran, Angel Hicks, Andy Kim, Lupe Lyva, James McKenzie and Julian Sanchez. (Levelland ISD photo)

SPC graduates 93 local students

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Saturday, May 23, 2026
South Plains College held its Spring 2026 commencement, with more than 800 receiving degrees and/or certificates.Of the total number graduating, there were 93 local students from Levelland, Anton, Smyer, Sundown, Ropesville and Whitharral.

Wallace Theater to hold summer theater camp

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Saturday, May 23, 2026
Aspiring actors, singers, dancers, and sea creatures of all kinds will be making a splash at The Wallace Theater's Summer Theatre Camp, set to be held June 8 to June 20.Campers will plunge into the colorful underwater world of The SpongeBob Musical: Youth Edition, directed by Randal Ramirez.
SPC 2026 FACULTY EXCELLENCE AWARD- South Plains College Brent Wheeler, Commercial Music Program Coordinator and Professor of Music (22 years at SPC) pictured left and Jon Marc Moore, Department Chairperson and Professor of Kinesiology (34 years at SPC) pictured right both received the 2026 South Plains College Faculty Excellence Award in recognition of their commitment to student learning, mentorship, leadership and program development. (SPC photo)

SPC 2026 FACULTY EXCELLENCE AWARD- South Plains College Brent Wheeler, Commercial Music Program Coordinator and Professor of Music (22 years at SPC) pictured left and Jon Marc Moore, Department Chairperson and Professor of Kinesiology (34 years at SPC) pictured right both received the 2026 South Plains College Faculty Excellence Award in recognition of their commitment to student learning, mentorship, leadership and program development. (SPC photo)

SPC 2026 FACULTY EXCELLENCE AWARD

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Saturday, May 23, 2026

Sales tax holiday for water-efficient products set for May 23-25

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Saturday, May 23, 2026
Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock announced families and businesses that they can save on the purchase of certain products during the state’s Water-Efficient Products and ENERGY STAR sales tax holidays.Created by the Texas Legislature, both holidays take place May 23, through May 25.
1 LFD BRUSH TRUCK GROUP- The Levelland Fire Department held it Brush Truck Roll-in on Tuesday, with the firefighting team pushing B-15 in the fire station bay. Chief Brian Horton later presented awards to several firefighters for their dedication to the department and community for a job well done . (Levelland Fire Department photo)

1 LFD BRUSH TRUCK GROUP- The Levelland Fire Department held it Brush Truck Roll-in on Tuesday, with the firefighting team pushing B-15 in the fire station bay. Chief Brian Horton later presented awards to several firefighters for their dedication to the department and community for a job well done . (Levelland Fire Department photo)

1 LFD BRUSH TRUCK GROUP

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Saturday, May 23, 2026

Hockley Library to host summer reading program

News Staff
Saturday, May 23, 2026
The Hockley County Memorial Library announced this year’s Summer Reading Program, “Unearth a Story”.The program encourages children and adults alike to avoid summer boredom with a good book.Registration begins Monday June 1 .

SPC to host arts camp July 6-9

News Staff
Saturday, May 23, 2026
Kids ages 5 to 17 are invited to participate in South Plains College’s Explore the Arts Camp from July 6–9 on the Levelland campus.Hands-on activities will take place in different parts of the Creative Arts and Fine Arts Buildings.
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