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Stealth Energy co-owner, president and CEO Jeramiah Maynard was presented with a special plaque by assistant city manager Justin Balderas and Mayor Breann Buxkemper at the company’s groundbreaking ceremonies on Friday. (staff photo)

Stealth Energy co-owner, president and CEO Jeramiah Maynard was presented with a special plaque by assistant city manager Justin Balderas and Mayor Breann Buxkemper at the company’s groundbreaking ceremonies on Friday. (staff photo)

Stealth Energy Breaks Ground

News Staff
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Stealth Energy Services broke ground on Friday for its new headquarters and rail spur at the Levelland Industrial Rail Park and will begin construction in what will be a transformative investment in the community and significant expansion of the company’s operations.

Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, Aug. 7-9

News Staff
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Since 1999, Texas shoppers have saved money during the annual sales tax holiday, which is currently scheduled for Aug. 7 through Aug. 9.The sales tax exemption applies only to qualifying items you buy during the sales tax holiday.

Trump to clamp down on immigrant truck drivers

News Staff
Friday, July 17, 2026
President Donald Trump announced at the Pennsylvania Defense and Innovation Summit that his administration plans to clamp down on illegal alien truck drivers and replace them with military veterans.According to Trump, some of the drivers can’t read road signs and many are on drugs and alcohol.

Levelland Police Department Report

News Staff
Friday, July 17, 2026
July 83:09 a.m. – Officers dispatched to the 200 block of College Ave. regarding an EMS called. One arrest was made.11:13 p.m. – Officer initiated traffic stop on a wanted suspect. Arrest was made.July 98:22 a.m. – Officer stopped a male biker in the 1500 block of 10t St.
17TH STREET PARK – Also known as Double U or Triangle Park, the park on 17th Street has swings, a pavilion and a playground. It is also conveniently placed, making it a great place for neighborhood gatherings.(Staff photo by Ada Niederhauser)

17TH STREET PARK – Also known as Double U or Triangle Park, the park on 17th Street has swings, a pavilion and a playground. It is also conveniently placed, making it a great place for neighborhood gatherings.(Staff photo by Ada Niederhauser)

Oil prices on the rise again

News Staff
Friday, July 17, 2026
Following renewed hostilities and air strikes between the U.S. and Iran, as well as the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, the price of oil is climbing and with it, higher gasoline prices.The average price of diesel fuel in the U.S.

Sundown Oil Patch Day set for Aug. 8

News Staff
Friday, July 17, 2026
The Sundown Chamber will be hosting the annual Sundown Oil Patch Day on Aug. 8 at Sunset Park, complete with fun, food and local vendors.Events will kick off with a parade at 9:30 a.m. with lineup at 9 a.m. followed by volleyball, cornhole and ragball tournaments.

Smyer alderman to hold budget work session

News Staff
Friday, July 17, 2026
A special meeting of the City of Smyer aldermen will be held on July 22 at the Senior Citizens Building.Aldermen are expected to conduct a budget work session for fiscal year Oct. 1 to Sept. 30, 2027.A discussion of proposed utility rate increases is expected. No action will be taken.
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