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EDUCATING MINDS - Second grade reading teacher, Brennan Favor was working away trying to get her room ready for a new school year at Capitol Elementary School. Brennan was seen decorating her white board, organizing books and cleaning around the room. (Staff photo by Hannah Woodrum)

EDUCATING MINDS - Second grade reading teacher, Brennan Favor was working away trying to get her room ready for a new school year at Capitol Elementary School. Brennan was seen decorating her white board, organizing books and cleaning around the room. (Staff photo by Hannah Woodrum)

EDUCATING MINDS

News Staff
Saturday, August 16, 2025
Second grade reading teacher, Brennan Favor was working away trying to get her room ready for a new school year at Capitol Elementary School. Brennan was seen decorating her white board, organizing books and cleaning around the room.
INSPIRE, TEACH, REPEAT - Third grade reading teacher, Sarah Pruitt was getting ready for the school season at Capitol Elementary School. The first day of school is August 19, and Pruitt can’t wait. Pruitt was seen cutting up name tags, putting up tabs for cabinets and decorating her classroom walls. (Staff photo by Hannah Woodrum)

INSPIRE, TEACH, REPEAT - Third grade reading teacher, Sarah Pruitt was getting ready for the school season at Capitol Elementary School. The first day of school is August 19, and Pruitt can’t wait. Pruitt was seen cutting up name tags, putting up tabs for cabinets and decorating her classroom walls. (Staff photo by Hannah Woodrum)

AgriLife shares summer heat tips

Allison Randazzo Texas Agrilife
Saturday, August 16, 2025
Summer’s all about fun, but it can quickly turn dangerous if you’re not staying cool and hydrated all summer long. High heat and humidity can raise your risk of dehydration, heat exhaustion and heat stroke — serious health threats that are often overlooked.

DPS celebrates 90 years of service

News Staff
Saturday, August 16, 2025
AUSTIN – Today, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) proudly marks its 90th anniversary, honoring nine decades of unwavering commitment to public safety, service and innovation.
CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT SOCIAL DIVISION WINNERS

CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT SOCIAL DIVISION WINNERS

CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT SOCIAL DIVISION WINNERS

News Staff
Saturday, August 16, 2025
806 Cornhole and the Levelland Breakfast Rotary Club recently hosted a two-division cornhole tournament to raise funds for the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund. Winners of the Social Division included (left to right) Rigo Rodriguez, 2nd place; Antonio Galvan, 1st place; and Brandon Rowand, 3rd place.
PARADE READY – Pictured are Emilio and Alexandria Lopez along with Mayson Escamilla who were ready to go in a decked-out golf cart before the Oil Patch Days Parade last Saturday. (Staff photo by Ada Niederhauser)

PARADE READY – Pictured are Emilio and Alexandria Lopez along with Mayson Escamilla who were ready to go in a decked-out golf cart before the Oil Patch Days Parade last Saturday. (Staff photo by Ada Niederhauser)

PARADE READY

News Staff
Saturday, August 16, 2025
Pictured are Emilio and Alexandria Lopez along with Mayson Escamilla who were ready to go in a decked-out golf cart before the Oil Patch Days Parade last Saturday.
BACK TO THE BOOKS - Doors are being decorated at Capitol Elementary School for a brand new school year. Each door will be decorated with fun and educational decorations. Make sure your little ones look out for all the new ones this school year. (Staff photo by Hannah Woodrum)

BACK TO THE BOOKS - Doors are being decorated at Capitol Elementary School for a brand new school year. Each door will be decorated with fun and educational decorations. Make sure your little ones look out for all the new ones this school year. (Staff photo by Hannah Woodrum)

Newest parks addition expected to boost communities quality of life

News Staff
Saturday, August 16, 2025
The City of Levelland opened the recently completed pickleball courts to the public after holding a grand opening Wednesday.
RIBBON CUTTING

RIBBON CUTTING

RIBBON CUTTING

News Staff
Saturday, August 9, 2025
The Lodge Residential held a ribbon cutting on Wednesday to celebrate the new and improved name and additions made to the apartments. The ribbon cutting was soon followed by a cook out with hamburgers and festivities for the residents to enjoy.

Levelland ISD campuses host back to school nights

News Staff
Saturday, August 9, 2025
LISD schools will hold back-to-school nights in the next few weeks to help students get ready for the upcoming school year.LevellandABC will hold their open house on Monday, Aug. 11. Students with last name initials A-K will be at 5:30 p.m., last names L-S will be at 6 p.m.

Senior Menus

News Staff
Saturday, August 9, 2025
HOCKLEYCOUNTY Monday: Chicken tenders and gravy, garlic mashed potatoes, turnip greens, mandarin oranges and a wheat roll.Tuesday: Spaghetti and meat sauce, italian vegetables, broccoli, autumn jell-o and garlic toast.
Dr. Morri Hartgraves receives excellence award

Dr. Morri Hartgraves receives excellence award

Dr. Morri Hartgraves receives excellence award

News Staff
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Dr. Morri Hartgraves, longtime resident of Levelland, is the recipient of the 2024-2025 Professing Excellence Award at Texas Tech University. The Professing Excellence Award recognizes Texas Tech professors for their influence on students’ learning and scholastic achievement.
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