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New Texas plates celebrate service,

News Staff
Friday, March 13, 2026
From Army Rangers to animal rescue efforts, the latest Texas specialty license plates turn everyday vehicles into rolling statements of support.Texans can show their style—mile after mile—with new specialty license plates available in 2026.
DUST STORMS-- Hockley County experienced dust storms last week prompting respiratory issues for local residents. (Staff photo by Eric Venkatesan)

DUST STORMS-- Hockley County experienced dust storms last week prompting respiratory issues for local residents. (Staff photo by Eric Venkatesan)

Breathing in the Dust: How West Texas storms affect lung health

Eric Venkatesan Staff Writer
Friday, March 13, 2026
Respiratory problems are often associated with illnesses like the Flu; however, dust storms can lead to some of the same effects as a common virus.Dust can irritate the lungs, trigger allergic reactions, and cause coughing, wheezing, and runny noses.
DEMOLISHED AND REMOVED-- The City of Levelland demolished and removed the old Ace Hardware building this past week. The building had not been in use for many years and was donated to the city. Various plans are being considered to determine what will put at that location to enhance the downtown area. (Staff photo)

DEMOLISHED AND REMOVED-- The City of Levelland demolished and removed the old Ace Hardware building this past week. The building had not been in use for many years and was donated to the city. Various plans are being considered to determine what will put at that location to enhance the downtown area. (Staff photo)

Hancock distributes $1.1B sales tax revenue

News Staff
Friday, March 13, 2026
Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock announced today he will send cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose districts $1.1 billion in local sales tax allocations for March, 2.1 percent more than in March 2025.

City’s Centennial Celebration taking shape

News Staff
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
The City of Levelland Centennial is shaping up to be a day-long celebration of history, food, entertainment, fireworks, and fun.The celebration, scheduled for April 11, will kick off downtown with the Centennial Parade.

DPS increases enforcement for spring break

News Staff
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) reported it will be increasing patrols on roads beginning this weekend to ensure safe driving this spring break and St. Patrick’s Day. March 917, the Texas Highway Patrol (THP) will conduct its annual Spring Break and St.
LMS STUDENTS OF THE MONTH-- The Levelland Noon Lion’s Club recgonized the LMS Students of the Month. The students are selected by their teachers for being leaders and going above the standard every single day. LMS Principal Dr. Birdwell shared stories from teachers about the positive impact these students are making. Pictured are Jasmine Campos Juarez, Julia Puente, Isaiah Cox , David Acevedo, Dr. Matthew Birdwell, Michael Stueart, Dr. Donald Heseman and Kelly Hancock. (Levelland ISD photo)

LMS STUDENTS OF THE MONTH-- The Levelland Noon Lion’s Club recgonized the LMS Students of the Month. The students are selected by their teachers for being leaders and going above the standard every single day. LMS Principal Dr. Birdwell shared stories from teachers about the positive impact these students are making. Pictured are Jasmine Campos Juarez, Julia Puente, Isaiah Cox , David Acevedo, Dr. Matthew Birdwell, Michael Stueart, Dr. Donald Heseman and Kelly Hancock. (Levelland ISD photo)

LMS STUDENTS OF THE MONTH

News Staff
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
LMS STUDENTS OF THE MONTH

SPC student named Coca-Cola Academic Team Scholar

News Staff
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
South Plains College student Talon Ausbern of Tahoka has been named a member of the 2026 Coca-Cola Academic Team and will receive a $1,300 scholarship.The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation sponsors the Coca-Cola Academic Team program by granting members nearly $200,000 in scholarships annually.
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