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(Photo courtesy of Texas A M Forest Service)

(Photo courtesy of Texas A M Forest Service)

Wildfire safety urged as season peaks

News Staff
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
The National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) has issued a significant wildland fire potential forecast for the next several months.
James Fisher, City Manager

James Fisher, City Manager

City merges Economic Development Corporations

News Staff
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
The Levelland City Council met on Monday, Feb. 9, and approved a method that changes local sales and use taxes that fund the Economic Development Corporation for qualified voters of Levelland.City council will abolish the current 0.375% type A EDC sales tax and increase Type B EDC by 0.

TEA releases guidance related to student walkouts

News Staff
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
The Texas Education Agency recently released guidance and consequences outlining educator and district responsibilities after students were reported walkouts to attend protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
LEVELLAND HORSE SALE RIBBON CUTTING-- The Levelland Horse Sale celebrated it official rebranding with a ribbon cutting this past Friday to kick off the horse and stockdog sale. Owner Steve Friskup, Charlie Rogers and their families were joined by the Chamber of Commerce, city and county officials, as well as State Rep. Ken King to usher in the business which will be a boon to Levelland. (Staff photo)

LEVELLAND HORSE SALE RIBBON CUTTING-- The Levelland Horse Sale celebrated it official rebranding with a ribbon cutting this past Friday to kick off the horse and stockdog sale. Owner Steve Friskup, Charlie Rogers and their families were joined by the Chamber of Commerce, city and county officials, as well as State Rep. Ken King to usher in the business which will be a boon to Levelland. (Staff photo)

Levelland Horse Sale celebrates rebranding

News Staff
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
The Levelland Horse Sale had a successful weekend, holding its official ribbon cutting and sale of top-dollar roping, cutting, reining and ranch horse consignments as well a top stockdog sale.

Texas Primary Election

News Staff
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
The Republican Party of Texas ballot will include 10 propositions for voters to consider. These propositions are non-binding and serve as opinion polls to guide the party's legislative agenda for 2027.

Levelland Police Report

News Staff
Friday, February 6, 2026
Jan. 292:03 p.m. – Officers dispatched to the 1100 block of Ave. D regarding a burglary that had occurred. Upon investigation, two witnesses were identified and a report filed.3:01 p.m. - Officer dispatched to the 2000 block of E. Hwy 114 regarding criminal mischief.Jan. 304:50 a.m.

Hockley County Report

286th District Court
Friday, February 6, 2026
State vs. $10,496 US Currency, Delmy Rios Guerrero, civil case related to criminal matter. Nonsuited or dismissed by plaintiff.State vs. $7,607 US Currency, Ramon Garcia Mata, civil case related to criminal matter. Non-suited or dismissed by plaintiff.State vs.

Fire Department Report

News Staff
Friday, February 6, 2026
Jan. 20Fire Department was dispatched to the 1800 Block of Hwy 114 regarding a structure fire. Upon arrival, fire crews conducted a complete investigation of the struct and found no smoke or hazardous conditions.

Senior Menus

News Staff
Friday, February 6, 2026
Hockley CountyMonday - Sweet and sour pork, fried rice, mixed vegetables, tossed salad with dressing, fruit parfait and low fat milk.Tuesday - Beef and bean chile verde, white rice, tossed vegetable salad, low calorie french dressing, unsalted saltine crackers and fresh cantaloupe.
LHS YELL (Young Emerging Leaders of Levelland) students planned and participated in community service project to make a difference for Lynnwood residents. Lynwood hosted the students as they delivered donated snacks to residents. YELL members included Fabiola Hernandez, Krystal Bunker, Ada Niederhauser, Melodie Demel, Madison Garrett, Brady Houston, Nathan Ellis and W. Micheal Canon. (Photo courtesy of LISD)

LHS YELL (Young Emerging Leaders of Levelland) students planned and participated in community service project to make a difference for Lynnwood residents. Lynwood hosted the students as they delivered donated snacks to residents. YELL members included Fabiola Hernandez, Krystal Bunker, Ada Niederhauser, Melodie Demel, Madison Garrett, Brady Houston, Nathan Ellis and W. Micheal Canon. (Photo courtesy of LISD)

LHS YELL

News Staff
Friday, February 6, 2026
LHS YELL
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