Governor Abbott announces HHSC begins construction of Lubbock Psychiatric Center

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott announced Tuesday that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is beginning construction of the new Lubbock Psychiatric Center.

Hockley County emergency notification signups continue

Levelland-Hockley County Emergency Management is urging residents and business owners to register for weather related and emergency notifications to stay informed and alerted in case of emergencies.Residents are encouraged to go to RUAWARE.US to register for Hockley County Alerts.

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HOCKLEYCOUNTY Monday: Country fried beef patty w/cream gravy, yellow corn/ turnip greens, wheat roll and apricots w/skin-Lt-syrup.Tuesday: Turkey tetrazzini, carrots& zucchini, tossed salad w/dressing, whole wheat roll and fruit parfait.

Hockley County Court Report

Disposed criminal cases filed in the 286th District Court:State v. Ernesto Torres Jr., adjudicated for the possession of a controlled substance penalty group one less than one gram.State v. Nadine Alexandra Adan, adjudicated for credit card or debit card abuse of the elderly.State v.

Sundown ISD provides new, current student information

Sundown ISD has announced registration information will be available from Aug. 1 to Aug. 7 for the start of the 2025-2026 school year.For returning students, online registration was held on Friday.New students will have an opportunity to attend their respective campus office on Thursday, Aug.

Xcel Energy Foundation awards $591,800 through 53 grants, strengthening states local communities

AMARILLO — The Xcel Energy Foundation recently awarded $591,800 to 53 nonprofits in Texas and New Mexico to recognize their contributions in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Career Pathways, Environmental Sustainability and Community Vitality.

Covenant Health announces new treatment option utilizing DBS

LUBBOCK, TX- Patients with movement disorders, like Parkinson’s disease or epilepsy, have a new treatment option, giving them more independence and a better quality of life.Covenant Health is offering patients deep brain stimulation (DBS).

SPC to honor Reese, Plainview vocational nursing graduates

LUBBOCK&PLAINVIEW– Vocational nursing graduates at South Plains College’s Reese Center and Plainview Center will participate in summer pinning ceremonies, marking the completion of vocational nurse training and the graduates’ eligibility to take the National Council Licensure Examination to become...

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Tax Free Weekend set Aug 8-10

Now that the Fourth of July has come and gone, it’s time to start thinking about returning to school.To help students, teachers and parents prepare for the backto- school transition, Texas’ taxfree weekend offers savings on school supplies and clothes.