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CAMILO REYES CASTILLO

CAMILO REYES CASTILLO

Castillo sentenced to 60 years

News Staff
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
A Levelland man who produced child sexual abuse material was sentenced to 60 years in federal prison, according to a release by U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas Ryan Raybould.Camilo Reyes Castillo, 47, pleaded guilty in October 2025 to seven counts of production of child pornography.
PICKING UP TRASH-- Keep Levelland Beautiful hosted a massive clean up this Saturday. Volunteers worked along Hwy. 114 cleaning up litter. (Staff photo by Shelby Radford)

PICKING UP TRASH-- Keep Levelland Beautiful hosted a massive clean up this Saturday. Volunteers worked along Hwy. 114 cleaning up litter. (Staff photo by Shelby Radford)

LISD to see staff transitions

News Staff
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
LISD Superintendent Dr. Don Heseman recently announced several staff transitions following the retirement of Donna Pugh, Director of Curriculum & Special Programs.

Hockley County Court Report

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Friday, March 27, 2026
Hockley County Court ReportMonica Garza vs. Villiam Merriam, injury or damage with motor vehicle. Nonsuited or dismissed by plaintiff.State vs. Joshua Deshawn Christian, charged with evading arrest or detention.

Fire Department Report

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Friday, March 27, 2026
March 98 p.m. – Fire department dispatched to the 400 block of Hicks Place regarding a fire under burners of stove. Upon arrival, crew found a 1’” x 1” pile of grease on stope under stove top upon raising the lid. Fire went out upon raising lid. Occupant advised to clean stove before using it again.

Sheriff’s Office Report

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Friday, March 27, 2026
Feb. 27Deputies dispatched to the Horseshoe Convenience Store in Smyer regarding harassment. Report was generated.Feb. 28Deputies dispatched to the intersection of Lovebird and Cactus regarding a male subject passed out in the driver seat of his vehicle. An arrest was made.

Levelland Police Report

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Friday, March 27, 2026
Mar. 1811:04 a.m. - Officer arrested an individual on the 200 Block of Oak, who had an outstanding warrant.10:01 a.m. - Officer dispatched to the 2000 block of HWY 168 to assist another agency.2:37 p.m.
PREMIER MARTIALARTS FIELD TRIP-- LISD Capitol Elementary second and third graders and PE teacher Kristy Sanders recently took a karate field trip to Premier Martial Arts in Lubbock. Students learned about being kind, confident, and disciplined as well as learning a few basic self-defense and karate moves. (Photo courtesy of Kristy Sanders)

PREMIER MARTIALARTS FIELD TRIP-- LISD Capitol Elementary second and third graders and PE teacher Kristy Sanders recently took a karate field trip to Premier Martial Arts in Lubbock. Students learned about being kind, confident, and disciplined as well as learning a few basic self-defense and karate moves. (Photo courtesy of Kristy Sanders)

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Friday, March 27, 2026

‘Product of USA’ in effect for labeling

News Staff
Friday, March 27, 2026
As a part of celebrating National Agriculture Day, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins announced the launch of a national public awareness campaign to inform meat, poultry, and egg producers of the “Product of USA” voluntary labeling standard that went into effect on Jan. 1.

Join Us In Prayer

News Staff
Friday, March 27, 2026
What then shall we say that Abraham our father has found according to the flesh? For if Abraham was justified by works, he has something to boast about, but not before God. For if Abraham was justified by works, he has something to boast about, but not before God. For what does the scripture say?

USDA offers producers assistance following wildfires

News Staff
Friday, March 27, 2026
Agricultural operations in Texas have been significantly impacted by recent wildfires. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has technical and financial assistance available to help farmers and livestock producers recover from these adverse weather events.
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