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Registration open for SPC’s 2026 Youth Live Ensemble course

News Staff
Thursday, January 8, 2026
South Plains College’s Creative Arts Department will offer its Youth Live Ensemble course in Spring 2026 for aspiring musicians ages 10 to 17 years old. Students will have the opportunity to study with SPC Creative Arts faculty members and use professional equipment.
2025 DEPUTY OF THE YEAR -- The Hockley County Sheriff’s Office announced the 2025 Deputy of the Year recently. According to Sheriff Chris Wischkaemper, he exemplify integrity, commitment and excellence in service. Deputy of the Year is Deputy Diaz. (HCSO photo)

2025 DEPUTY OF THE YEAR -- The Hockley County Sheriff’s Office announced the 2025 Deputy of the Year recently. According to Sheriff Chris Wischkaemper, he exemplify integrity, commitment and excellence in service. Deputy of the Year is Deputy Diaz. (HCSO photo)

Local vets asked to participate in America250

News Staff
Thursday, January 8, 2026
Hockley and Cochran County veterans are invited to participate in sharing their stories and photos with the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) so they can be honored in the America250 commemorations, a nationwide effort to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of...

Smyer aldermen to meet on Jan. 8

News Staff
Thursday, January 8, 2026
The City of Smyer will hold its regular aldermen meeting on Jan. 8 at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Smyer Senior Citizens’ Building.Aldermen are expected to hear a fire report from the Smyer Volunteer Fire Department.

Tax season sees new laws in place for 2026

News Staff
Thursday, January 8, 2026
Tax season is nearing and there have been some changes for those filing their 2025 taxes.The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) was signed into law on July 4, 2025. The bill extended some tax provisions and made others permanent. It also introduced some new laws, with others remaining the same.
Levelland Fire Department Fire Inspector and fire fighter Cade Millenbine and firefighter Tyler Duffey are among the first responders for the department with Fire Chief Patricia Byars-Faulkner leading the crews. Levelland FD has around 30 employees who are dispatched for emergencies as well as other community assistance. (Staff photo)

Levelland Fire Department Fire Inspector and fire fighter Cade Millenbine and firefighter Tyler Duffey are among the first responders for the department with Fire Chief Patricia Byars-Faulkner leading the crews. Levelland FD has around 30 employees who are dispatched for emergencies as well as other community assistance. (Staff photo)

Mutual aid, grants critical for fire departments

Staff Writers Lynda Work Ada Niederhauser
Thursday, January 8, 2026
The Hockley County area has the benefit of sharing fire department resources through mutual aid (MAA) and interlocal (ILAs) when emergencies strike that a single fire department may need assistance with fighting fires or other emergencies.

Commissioners appoint new County Attorney

News Staff
Thursday, January 8, 2026
The Hockley County Commissioners Court approved the appointment of Nicole Griffin as county attorney at the meeting on Monday.Griffin will be taking the reins of county attorney the resignation of Anna Hord following her appointment to the 286th District Court by Gov. Greg Abbott.
MID AIR ADJUSTMEN

MID AIR ADJUSTMEN

MID AIR ADJUSTMENT

News Staff
Friday, January 2, 2026
Levelland's Bentley Sepulbeda adjusts his shot in mid air as a Shallowater defender contests it during a basketball game in the Caprock Classic this past Tuesday at Coronado High School.

Commissioners Court set for Jan. 5

News Staff
Friday, January 2, 2026
The Hockley County Commissioners Court will be held on Jan. 5 at 9 a.m. at the courthouse.Commissioners are expected to approve monthly bills and claims dated through Jan. 5.

City council regular meeting set for Jan. 5

News Staff
Friday, January 2, 2026
The Levelland city council will be holding its regular meeting on Jan. 5 at city hall.The council is expected to take action on Resolution No. 2026-01 to establish procedure for the May 2 city uniform general election.
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