Crude oil futures extends year end gains

Quantum Commodity Intelligence-Crude oil futures opened the new year higher as benchmarks looked to extend the positive finish to 2024, driven by colder weather in the US and Europe.Front-month Mar25 ICE Brent futures were trading at $76.05/b (1820 GMT) versus Tuesday's settle of $74.

Freda Sparkman shares warmth, hospitality for 45 years

In a world where small-town charm can sometimes be overlooked, Levelland has found its own ambassador of warmth and hospitality in Freda Sparkman.For 45 years, Freda has been the town’s unofficial greeter, welcoming newcomers to the city with a heart full of hospitality.

TWO MEET SANTA

Mica and Ayira smiled after taking photos with Santa at the courthouse lawn gazebo during Christmas on the Square in downtown Levelland on Dec. 5.

Community students share wish lists to Santa Claus

Dear Santa, How are your reindeer? For Christmas I would give you coco and carrots for your reindeers. For Christmas I want a big drone.Love, Jordan Dear Santa, How are you and Mrs Claus? I hope you are doing well fine because I’m doing great. I want a Nintendo. I will get you brownies and milk.

Mrs. Ewings’ Kindergarten class shares their wish list to Santa

Mrs. Ewings’ kindergarten students share their Christmas letters to Santa Claus. Dear Santa,My name is Zander. I am 5 years old. I live in the great town of Levelland. This year, I have been very good. I would really like it if you could bring me a trex with a remote. Thank you!

...Christ Jesus’ Incredible Works...

Several years ago my husband and I were preparing to go to a small island in the Pacific Ocean on a mission assignment. This was going to be different for me because on our previous assignments my teaching experience was used. This time my husband’s accounting background was the priority.

Mrs. Ireton’s Kindergarten class share their wish list to Santa Claus

Dear Santa,My name is is Oliva. I am 4 years old This year I have been good. For Christmas I would like a Minnie Mouse Ice-cream cart and lots of slime. Thank you!Love,Olivia Spruiell Dear Santa,My name is is Elizabeth I am 5 years old This year I have been good.

...The Marvelous Man of Galilee..

There's a TV show called 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.' But let me tell you about the far more marvelous Man of Galilee.Jesus leaves me absolutely speechless at times. I think of two women who may have marvelled and been left speechless at the marvellous miracles of Jesus.

CHRISTMAS SURPRISE

South 4th grader Donnie Simpson did not recognize his brother at first, who he has not seen since 2nd grade. Montana Knight (a Morton ISD graduate) has been serving in the United States Navy for two years.

BUSINESS OF THE MONTH

BUSINESS OF THE MONTH - The winners of Levelland’s Best Holiday Decorations Contest were announced, celebrating outstanding creativity, originality, and festive spirit in both residential and business categories.