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Pictured are Dailen Abouzar, Marjorie Ford, Tana Lockett, Margarett Lockett, Patience Childers and Tony Hopp enjoying the downtown festivities at the 100year celebration for Levelland this past Sunday. Residents enjoyed a parade, lunch and entertainment at the Gazebo. The event was moved to Sunday following weather concerns. The planned fireworks show has been postponed to a later date. (Staff photo)

Pictured are Dailen Abouzar, Marjorie Ford, Tana Lockett, Margarett Lockett, Patience Childers and Tony Hopp enjoying the downtown festivities at the 100year celebration for Levelland this past Sunday. Residents enjoyed a parade, lunch and entertainment at the Gazebo. The event was moved to Sunday following weather concerns. The planned fireworks show has been postponed to a later date. (Staff photo)

GOOD TIMES--

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Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Fire Department Report

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Friday, April 10, 2026
March 27Fire Department was dispatched to the intersection of Equalizer and Hard Hat Road regarding a fire. Upon arrival, crew found a pile of railroad ties were on fire in an unattended small pit. Crew extinguished the fire, soaked the area down and secured the area.

Hockley County Court Report

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Friday, April 10, 2026
District CourtState vs. Brandi Ann Westbrook, charged with tampering or fabricating physical evidence with intent to impair. Deferred. 3 -year probation, fine $1,500, restitution $180, court costs $380.State vs. Vanessa Yvette Orosco, charged with aggravate assault with deadly weapon.
2A SWEEPSTAKES-- The Whiteface High School Varsity Band competed at the Concert and Sight-Reading in Plains, Texas, delivering an outstanding performance of Broken Bow, The Troll King and Plaza de Toros. For the second consecutive year, the band earned a 2A Sweepstakes reflecting their dedication, discipline and passion for excellence. Leading the band is director Mikala Driver and assistant band director William Moncrief. (Whiteface CISD photo)

2A SWEEPSTAKES-- The Whiteface High School Varsity Band competed at the Concert and Sight-Reading in Plains, Texas, delivering an outstanding performance of Broken Bow, The Troll King and Plaza de Toros. For the second consecutive year, the band earned a 2A Sweepstakes reflecting their dedication, discipline and passion for excellence. Leading the band is director Mikala Driver and assistant band director William Moncrief. (Whiteface CISD photo)

2A SWEEPSTAKES

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Friday, April 10, 2026
A Great Gatsbu Rendezvous is scheduled for April 24 at The Wallace Theater.

A Great Gatsbu Rendezvous is scheduled for April 24 at The Wallace Theater.

McVay brings Gatsby to life for students

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Friday, April 10, 2026
Levelland High School English teacher Deb McVay brought to life The Great Gatsby for the LHS junior class by transforming an unforgettable experience – a heartfelt farewell.

Sundown city council meeting set for April 14

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Friday, April 10, 2026
The Sundown City Council will hold a regular meeting on April 14 to be held at Sundown City Hall.The council is expected to hear reports on public works and library updates, police department and fire department reports, and city hall report.

Smyer Aldermen to hold regular meeting April 14

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Friday, April 10, 2026
The City of Smyer Aldermen will be holding it regular meeting on April 14 at the Smyer Senior Citizens Building.Aldermen are expected to hear reports on the Smyer Fire Department, engineer report and water/wastewater facilities.

Cotton producers face hard choices

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Friday, April 10, 2026
Nearly 400 Texas cotton producers and professionals gathered for the Plains Cotton Growers’ annual meeting this week with concerns about the upcoming planting season.Texas is the top producer of cotton in the United States, and the High Plains region accounts for two-thirds of production.

April calendar highlights events

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Friday, April 10, 2026
Levelland residents will have a full calendar of events throughout the month of April, ranging from community celebrations and meetings to scholarship deadlines and local gatherings.Residents can attend a candidates’ forum on April 14 from 6 to 8 p.m.
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