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Hockley County Court Report

News Staff
Friday, March 6, 2026
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

News Staff
Friday, March 6, 2026
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.
KRISTI NOEM

KRISTI NOEM

Noem fired, Mullin selected to lead DHS

News Staff
Friday, March 6, 2026
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has been fired and will be replaced by Sen. Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma. Noem is the first cabinet secretary to leave the Trump administration during his second term.

DPS increases enforcement for spring break

News Staff
Friday, March 6, 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.
THSWPA REGIONALCHAMPIONSHIPS-- The Whiteface Lady Lopes are headed to compete at the THSWPA Regional Championships this weekend. (Whiteface ISD photo)

THSWPA REGIONALCHAMPIONSHIPS-- The Whiteface Lady Lopes are headed to compete at the THSWPA Regional Championships this weekend. (Whiteface ISD photo)

City’s Centennial Celebration taking shape

News Staff
Friday, March 6, 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.
STATE BOUND-- LHS Ada Niederhauser, senior, will be representing the school at the Texas State UIL state competition in copy editing, news writing and editorial writing. (Levelland ISD photo)

STATE BOUND-- LHS Ada Niederhauser, senior, will be representing the school at the Texas State UIL state competition in copy editing, news writing and editorial writing. (Levelland ISD photo)

Sundown to hold council meeting

News Staff
Friday, March 6, 2026
The Sundown city council will be holding its regular meeting on March 10 at city Hall at 6 p.m.The council is expected to hear a presentation and approve the annual audit.The council is also expected to cancel the general election for the mayor and two council positions.

USDA launches ‘One Farmer, One File’ initiative

News Staff
Friday, March 6, 2026
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) unveiled a new initiative—One Farmer, One File—that creates a single, streamlined digital record that will follow the farmer throughout the department.“Our government for the people by the people should be modern, efficient, and respect taxpayer dollars,” U.
Ag Commissioner Miller loses primary election

Ag Commissioner Miller loses primary election

Ag Commissioner Miller loses primary election

Sid Miller
Friday, March 6, 2026
The recent primary election saw Texas Ag Commissioner Sid Miller, Republican, being voting out of office and Nathan Sheets being selected as the nominee.Miller faced an uphill battle as Sheets’ campaign was boosted by major endorsements from Gov.
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