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New student loan rules took effect July 1

News Staff
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Major changes to federal student loan rules took effect on July 1 limiting how much Americans can borrow and repayment options.Changes made under the One Big Beautiful Bill will affect millions who have student loans.The U.S.

BCW Texas wrestling event set for July 11

News Staff
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
BCW Texas is collaborating with other local promotions for a massive 'Ground Zero' mega-show at Mallet Event Center on July 11. BCW Texas, Lubbock Pro Wrestling 101, and Squared Circle Pro are coming together to bring nine matches of high flying, hardhitting action.
Signs lawn is not getting enough water

Signs lawn is not getting enough water

Signs lawn is not getting enough water

News Staff
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
A healthy lawn thrives with the right amount of water and nutrients. Lawn care is a year-long process.Even when the sun isn't very strong and the temperatures are cold, a lawn still needs water. That water requirement multiplies when higher temperatures lead to increased evaporation.

Car accidents take lives of three

News Staff
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
A vehicle crash in Hockley County resulted in the death of two people and a third seriously injured this past Friday.The accident occurred around 6:12 p.m. at the intersection of FM 1585 and FM 168.

Hancock reports $4.2B sales tax revenue

News Staff
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock said state sales tax revenue totaled $4.2 billion in June, 4.2% more than in June 2025. The majority of June sales tax revenue is based on sales made in May and remitted to the agency in June.
PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT - The Levelland Fire Department has recently been drilling and practicing rescue procedures to help save lives in various situations. (LFD photo)

PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT - The Levelland Fire Department has recently been drilling and practicing rescue procedures to help save lives in various situations. (LFD photo)

PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT

News Staff
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
CHRIS WADE

CHRIS WADE

Smyer ISD Wade named Superintendent of the Year

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Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Smyer ISD Superintendent Chris Wade has been named the ESC Region 17 Superintendent of the Year for 2026.The regional winners were selected by committees at each participating Education Service Center in the state.
LADDER DRILLS - Levelland Fire Department practices moving a patient up or down a ladder on a stretcher, a procedure called a ladder slide, ladder pivot rescue, or hinge rescue. The patient is secured in a rigid basket stretcher rather than a standard wheeled gurney, and is raised or lowered using a specialized rope and pulley system. (LFD photo)

LADDER DRILLS - Levelland Fire Department practices moving a patient up or down a ladder on a stretcher, a procedure called a ladder slide, ladder pivot rescue, or hinge rescue. The patient is secured in a rigid basket stretcher rather than a standard wheeled gurney, and is raised or lowered using a specialized rope and pulley system. (LFD photo)

LADDER DRILLS

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Tuesday, July 7, 2026
FORCIBLE ENTRY - Levelland FD firefighters participated in forcible entry training (LFD photo)

FORCIBLE ENTRY - Levelland FD firefighters participated in forcible entry training (LFD photo)

FORCIBLE ENTRY

News Staff
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
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