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FCC issues threats against media

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Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Federal Communication Chair Brendan Carr , in a CBS interview, warned that broadcast licenses could be revoked amid President Trump’s criticisms of the Iran war media coverage.

Trump demands help in Strait of Hormuz

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Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Several countries have expressed skepticism, caution, or declined to immediately participate in a US-led coalition to send warships to the Strait of Hormuz to secure shipping amidst the 2026 crisis, despite demands from the Trump administration to do so.
HILDEBRAND SCHOLARSHIP-- Whiteface Briley Siemens was awarded the Hildebrand Scholarship at the 2026 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. The $20,000 scholarship originated by the Lamb Auction Committee, is awarded in honor of Hildebrand’s unselfish devotion and contributions to the Houston Livestock Show and the youth who exhibit there. (Whiteface ISD photo)

HILDEBRAND SCHOLARSHIP-- Whiteface Briley Siemens was awarded the Hildebrand Scholarship at the 2026 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. The $20,000 scholarship originated by the Lamb Auction Committee, is awarded in honor of Hildebrand’s unselfish devotion and contributions to the Houston Livestock Show and the youth who exhibit there. (Whiteface ISD photo)

Paxton scores win for low-cost housing

News Staff
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Attorney General Ken Paxton secured a legal victory after a federal court struck down a Biden-era rule that threatened to reduce the availability of affordable housing by imposing costly green energy requirements for new home construction.
Column: Between the Shelves

Column: Between the Shelves

Column: Between the Shelves

Corinne Smelker Faithwriters.org
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Her name was Grace.Her mother chose the name because she hoped her daughter would be shown more grace in her life than she had in hers. Grace’s mother had spent her own youth dodging creditors, bad husbands, and bad luck.

Trump confirms plan to draw down emergency oil reserves

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Tuesday, March 17, 2026
The Trump administration announced the U.S. and other members of the International Energy Agency will be releasing the largest volume of emergency oil reserves in its history.President Trump confirmed on social media Truth Social the move will include 172 million barrels of oil from the U.S.
City approves animal shelter proposal

City approves animal shelter proposal

City approves animal shelter proposal

News Staff
Tuesday, March 17, 2026
The Levelland City Council approved a proposal for facility planning and design for a new animal shelter by Freese and Nichols last week.

Levelland Police Report

News Staff
Friday, March 13, 2026
March 310:20 p.m. – Officer dispatched to the 800 block of College Ave. regarding a fight in progress.March 49: 32 p.m. – Office made pedestrian stop on the 1200 block of Ave. K. Arrest was made for outstanding warrant.March 55:55 p.m. – Officer dispatched to the 800 block of College Ave.

Fire Department Report

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Friday, March 13, 2026
Mar. 210:26 a.m. - Fire Department B-14 and T-9 dispatched to the 100 block of Quail Road for possible grass fire. Upon arrival, crew noticed burned grass on north side of highway with no flames. B014 put water on burned grass. Bystander told T-9 crew there was a possible fire to eat.
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