Commissioners hold regular meeting

The Hockley County Commissioners Court approved several agenda items during its meeting on Monday, Mar. 9.Commissioners approved monthly claims dated through Mar. 9, then moved on to community event requesting use of the courthouse grounds including: Food truck Days on May 18, June 18, July 16, Aug.

Cotton futures facing pressure

Cotton futures faced pressure this week as escalating geopolitical tensions and continued macro uncertainty gave jitters to would-be textile mill customers, according to the Plains Cotton Cooperative Association (PCCA).May futures fell 141 points on the week, settling at 64.20 cents per pound.

Levelland Police Report

Feb. 2610:23 – Officer dispatched to the 500 block of W. Jefferson Street regarding a terroristic threat. A report was taken and charges were filed at large.4:19 p.m. – Officer dispatched to the 700 block of 17th Street regarding a disturbance.Feb. 279:19 a.m.

Texas House GOP demands halt on immigration

Texas House Republicans are demanding a halt on all immigration into the country after authorities named a naturalized U.S. citizen as the suspected gunman who killed two people and wounded 14 others in Austin this past weekend.On Monday, at least 70 Texas House Republicans signed a letter to U.S.

Sheriff’s Office Report

Feb. 6Deputies were dispatched to the 300 block of E. 7th St. in Sundown regarding a fight in progress.Feb. 11Deputies were dispatched to the 3200 block of S FM 3261 regarding a theft. A report was generated.Deputies were dispatched to Hwy 114 and FM 3261 regarding an accidentFeb.

SNAP restrictions take effect April 1

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission reminds Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients that they can no longer buy candy or sweetened drinks with their Lone Star Cards starting April 1.“Texas is leading the way in aligning SNAP benefits with healthier food options,” Gov.

“Drag ban” law goes into effect March 18

A federal appeals court ruling has reaffirmed that Texas can enforce a 2023 law, to restrict some public drag shows.The U.S.

Hockley County Court Report

State vs. Nathan Belew, charged with criminal mischief intentionally or knowingly damaging, destroying, or tampering with property that impairs or interrupts a public service<$30,000. Fine $750, court costs $329, Community supervision expired. Defendant discharged.State vs.

Bill’s Backpack sets Mar. food item

Bill’s Backpack of Levelland continues to take food and monetary donations to stock the pantry prior to Spring break.Food item for the month of Mar. will be instant oatmeal packets.

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