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COL GRIT AWARD- City of Levelland GRIT Award was presented to Nancy Lopez, Business Manager by James Fisher and Justin Balderas. (City of Levelland photo)

COL GRIT AWARD- City of Levelland GRIT Award was presented to Nancy Lopez, Business Manager by James Fisher and Justin Balderas. (City of Levelland photo)

Texas claims first Thanksgiving celebration

News Staff
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Most history classes teach that the first Thanksgiving took place at Plymouth Colony in Virginia in 1961. However, the accuracy of that story is debatable, particularly since the Library of Congress notes a similar ceremony held decades earlier – in Texas.
Hancock distributes tax allocations

Hancock distributes tax allocations

Hancock distributes tax allocations

News Staff
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock announced last week he will send cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose districts $1.3 billion in local sales tax allocations for November, 6.4% more than in November 2024.

Christmas on the Square set for Dec. 4

News Staff
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
The Levelland Main Street Program, Levelland Marigolds and SPC Student Relations announced the return of “Unwrapped: Festival of Lights – Christmas on the Square” holiday celebration set for Dec. 4.The event will begin at 6 p.m. at South Plains College where Dr. Robin Statterwhite, Santa and Mrs.
CITY OF LEVELLAND SERVICE RECOGNITIONS- Terez Ramos,10 years, Dispatch Supervisor/Law Enforcement Communications; Jo Ray Guerrero, 15 years, Street Department; Capt.Ty Land, 20 years, Levelland Police Department; and Donna Edwards, 20 years, Levelland Police Department. (City of Levelland photo).

CITY OF LEVELLAND SERVICE RECOGNITIONS- Terez Ramos,10 years, Dispatch Supervisor/Law Enforcement Communications; Jo Ray Guerrero, 15 years, Street Department; Capt.Ty Land, 20 years, Levelland Police Department; and Donna Edwards, 20 years, Levelland Police Department. (City of Levelland photo).

CITY OF LEVELLAND SERVICE RECOGNITIONS

News Staff
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Terez Ramos,10 years, Dispatch Supervisor/Law Enforcement Communications; Jo Ray Guerrero, 15 years, Street Department; Capt.Ty Land, 20 years, Levelland Police Department; and Donna Edwards, 20 years, Levelland Police Department.

Levelland Police Report

News Staff
Monday, November 24, 2025
Nov. 128:31a.m. – Officer responded to the 100 block of E. Jefferson in reference to welfare check.8:42 a.m. – Officer responded to the 300 block of 10th Street regarding a burglary in progress. Report was taken.2 p.m.

Levelland Fire Dept. Report

News Staff
Monday, November 24, 2025
Nov. 11Fire Department Engine 8 was dispatched to a motor vehicle accident in the 200 block of W. Hwy 114. Levelland EMS was also dispatched. Upon arrival, patient involved with mva was self-extricated and ambulatory and was with EMS personnel.

Hockley County Court Report

News Staff
Monday, November 24, 2025
Hockley County Court Report 289th District CourtState vs. Amanda Turner, charged with driving while intoxicated >;=.15. Violated probation. Original petition 180 days confinement, probation one year, Fine $1,000, court costs $470, court appointed attorney $200.

Atmos toy drive underway

News Staff
Monday, November 24, 2025
Atmos Energy will be holding a toy drive through Dec. 10.Donations of new, unopened toys are being gathered for youth ages 0 to 17 years old.The drop-off location is Atmos Energy at 1415 E. Hwy 114 behind Levelland Chevrolet and the Car Wash. Drop-off hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Sheriff’s Office Report

News Staff
Monday, November 24, 2025
Oct. 27Deputies opened call sheet with dispatch in reference to prohibited substance in the 1300 block of Ave. H.Oct. 29Firearm was given to the Hockley County Sheriff’s for safekeeping.Oct. 30Deputies met with a complainant at the 1300 block of Ave H in regards to a theft that had already occurred.
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