DPS launches Violent Offender Database ahead of deadline

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is pleased to announce that the Violent Offender Database is now available. This new database launched on December 29, 2023 - officially going live ahead of its required Jan. 1, 2024, deadline.

TxDOT raises teen driving safety awarness after increased fatalities

A parent’s worst nightmare happens all too often in Texas as the number of unbuckled teen drivers and passengers killed in crashes is rising. TxDOT’s Teen Click It or Ticket campaign is urging all teens to buckle up— every seat, every ride.

Texas Workforce establishes apprenticeship grant program

The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is awarding nearly $10 million through the new Texas Industry Recognized Apprenticeship (TIRA) grant program to eligible private-sector Texas employers.

Primary candidate forum slated for February 22

The Levelland Chamber of Commerce and the Levelland Emerging and Active Professionals (LEAP) will be holding a primary candidate forum for the upcoming primary election, February 22 beginning at 6 p.m. The forum will be held at the South Plains College Sundown Room located at 1401 S.

Bills Backpack’s lists February donations

Bill’s Backpack of Levelland continues to take food and monetary donations to restock from the holiday break and into 2024. For the month of February will be granola bars.

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South Plains College congratulates Hockley county Fall 2023 graduates

South Plains College congratulates more than 400 students who received their academic degree and/or certificate in Fall 2023.

Plains Cotton Growers opens meeting registration

The 67th Annual Meeting of Plains Cotton Growers Inc. will be held Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at the Overton Hotel & Conference Center in Lubbock, Texas. This meeting is designed to inspire cotton producers, industry segments and representatives to kick off the 2024 crop year.

TXOGA announces record breaking performance

According to just-released data from the Texas Oil & Gas Association (TXOGA), the Texas oil and natural gas industry paid $26.3 billion in state and local taxes and state royalties in fiscal year (FY) 2023 – the highest total in Texas history – shattering last year’s record by more than $1.