LPD diffusing situation

The Levelland Police Department (LPD) blocked off the intersection of 10th & Ave C as well as the 900 block of Ave. C. after the LPD was notified that a small explosive device was discovered in a home on Monday afternoon .

Levelland Fire Dept. Report

Oct. 30Fire Department responded to call in reference to a brush fire near the 2600 block of Robert Lee. Units Brush 14 and Tanker 9 responded to location Units brush 14 and tanker 9 responded to location with fire crews extinguishing fire and remaining hot spots to ensure no re- kindling.

Levelland Police Report

Oct. 2910:02 a.m. – Officers responded to the 1400 block of Hickory in reference to an alarm.6:56 p.m. – Officer dispatched to the 700 block of 17th Street; arrest was made.Oct. 303:30 p.m. – Officer initiated a traffic stop at the intersection of Ave. P and 8th Street; arrest was later made.8:19 p.

Sheriff Office Report

Oct. 20Deputies were dispatched to the 3000 block Gaines Road in Anton in reference to a theft that had occurred.Oct. 21Deputies received notification about a stolen vehicle; stolen vehicle recovered.

Hockley County Court Report

State vs. Raymond Flores, charges with assault causes bodily injury to family member. Case adjudged and decreed and stands fully adjudicated and no further proceedings.State vs. Raymond Flores, charged with criminal mischief >-$100<$750.

UPS plane crash may cause shipping delays

A UPS cargo plane crash, which killed nine, will temporarily disrupt the supply chain and likely result in some shipping delays.

SNAP benefits cut to 50% for November

The Trump administration announced that the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) would be partially funded in November following two judges’ orders to use an emergency fund to keep aid flowing.

Column: Thanksgiving Day

With Thanksgiving Day right around the comer, I can’t help but reminisce about all the great Thanksgivings of my childhood.And I always think of football when I think of the holiday, but far more importantly, I’m reminded of my family and loved ones around me.