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City of Levelland October Building Permits

News Staff
Friday, November 14, 2025
The City of Levelland had a total of 21 building permits last month, according to the October report issued by the city. There was one business permit, two certificates of occupancy and 18 residential, signs, and others. Thus far, the total number of permits for 2025 is 281.

Buddy Holly crosswalk art to be removed

News Staff
Friday, November 14, 2025
Lubbock city leaders learned were informed at the recent city council meeting that the iconic Buddy Holly crosswalks must be removed to comply with state and federal law to follow a directive from Gov. Greg Abbott regarding all decorative markings statewide.
PUTTING UP LIGHTS

PUTTING UP LIGHTS

PUTTING UP LIGHTS

News Staff
Friday, November 14, 2025
City of Levelland crews spent the last week mounting Christmas lights and decorations downtown in preparation for the holidays

SPC hosts Monte Carlo night in place of 2026 Gala

News Staff
Friday, November 14, 2025
South Plains College’s Spring 2026 fundraising event will be a Monte Carlo night, featuring games, food and live performances that will bring the community together to support SPC student scholarships.This new event, scheduled for March 6, will take the place of the forthcoming Scholarship Gala.
U.S. Rep Arrington opts out of re-election

U.S. Rep Arrington opts out of re-election

U.S. Rep Arrington opts out of re-election

News Staff
Friday, November 14, 2025
U.S. Representative Jodey Arrington announced on social media X that he will not be seeking re-election and will retire at this end of his current term, despite getting an endorsement from President Trump last week.

Quality of print being addressed

Jentezen Smith Sports Writer
Friday, November 14, 2025
The Levelland & Hockley County News Press is aware of the blurred text in the sports section, specifically page eight of the past few issues.We are addressing the issue with our printing company actively. We apologize for the inconvenience and ask for your patience and grace.
The City of Levelland water crews have been actively fixing leaks in recent months, with reports of repairs on leaks at various locations. While these efforts are ongoing, residents in affected areas may sometimes experience temporary low water pressure. (City of Levelland photo)

The City of Levelland water crews have been actively fixing leaks in recent months, with reports of repairs on leaks at various locations. While these efforts are ongoing, residents in affected areas may sometimes experience temporary low water pressure. (City of Levelland photo)

Growing water crisis spreads across state

News Staff
Friday, November 14, 2025
State water projections are grim, with several states including Texas, facing significant shortages and increased demand by 2070, driven by aquifer depletion and climate change.

Government shutdown ends – for now

News Staff
Friday, November 14, 2025
The longest US government shutdown in history ended on Wednesday after more than 42 days when the House of Representatives passed a bill negotiated by Republicans and splinter group of Democrat-aligned senators.The shutdown began on Oct. 1 resulting in about 700,000 federal workers being furloughed.
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