HCSO Train-the-Trainer

Several Hockley County Sheriff’s Office staff members recently completed the Train the-Trainer course for The Wrap. By completing this training, these team members are now certified to teach back to the department and help train staff on the proper use of this important tool.

New THC guidelines now in effect

Texans on July 31 saw a significant shift in what hemp-derived THC products they have legal access to, after the state implemented a ban on products containing delta-8 and delta-10 THC variants, while those containing delta-9 THC remain legal.

SPC instructor joins PAS committee

Phillip Smith, director of percussion in commercial music at South Plains College, was elected to serve on the Percussive Arts Society Drum Set Committee, according to a press release from SPC.

Levelland Horse Sale set for Aug. 14-16

Horse enthusiasts, buyers, sellers, and spectators are invited to the Levelland Horse Sale, returning to the Mallet Event Center Aug.14–16 for a weekend filled with demonstrations, competition, trade vendors, and one of the region’s premier horse sales.The weekend kicks off on Friday, Aug.

Huffines sworn in as comptroller

Former state senator and businessman Don Huffines was sworn in today as the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, pledging to root out wasteful spending, safeguard state tax dollars and deliver property tax relief to Texans.“The people of Texas work hard for their money,” Huffines said.

U.S. faces blood supply shortage

The American Red Cross and U.S. Surgeon General are warning that the nation’s blood supply has reached crisis levels after donations dropped to a four-year summer low.

City council to meet Aug. 3

The Levelland City Council will meet for a regular meeting on Aug. 3.The council is expected to consider and take necessary action on to propose a tax rate ceiling for FY 2026/27 as well an ambulance service contract with Covenant Ambulance Service.