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READY TO RIDE – Pictured are RD Motheral, Kye Powell, Bently Motheral, and Landry Farrar carrying the nations flag, state flag and Sundown flag at the beginning of the Oil Patch Days Parade on Saturday in Sundown. (Staff photo by Ada Niederhauser)

READY TO RIDE – Pictured are RD Motheral, Kye Powell, Bently Motheral, and Landry Farrar carrying the nations flag, state flag and Sundown flag at the beginning of the Oil Patch Days Parade on Saturday in Sundown. (Staff photo by Ada Niederhauser)

READY TO RIDE

News Staff
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
READY TO RIDE
NEWSCHOOLYEARAPPROACHES - The City of Levelland Streets Department spent multiple days repainting crosswalks around all Levelland ISD school zones. The first day of school is set for Tuesday, August 19. (Photo courtesy of the City of Levelland)

NEWSCHOOLYEARAPPROACHES - The City of Levelland Streets Department spent multiple days repainting crosswalks around all Levelland ISD school zones. The first day of school is set for Tuesday, August 19. (Photo courtesy of the City of Levelland)

School safety tips as classes begin

News Staff
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
As students begin heading back to school, the Levelland Police Department is encouraging caution and adherence to safety measures implemented to protect students, staff and fellow drivers this school year.

Mallet hosts Clovis Horse Sales August 15-17

News Staff
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
The Clovis Horse Sales returns to the Mallet Event Center and Arena in Levelland, Texas, on August 15-17, 2025.On Friday, August 15, the Clovis Horse Sales will kick off with a Team Roping at 10a.m., followed immediately by Roping and Cow Horse Demonstrations.
ASSISTANT CITYMANAGER Justin Balderas has been named assistant city manager for the City of Levelland. (Photo courtesy of the City of Levelland)

ASSISTANT CITYMANAGER Justin Balderas has been named assistant city manager for the City of Levelland. (Photo courtesy of the City of Levelland)

Justin Balderas named assistant city manager

News Staff
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
Justin Balderas has been named assistant city manager for the City of Levelland.The announcement comes after Balderas has served in an interim capacity since the April departure of former Assistant City Manager Joe Cavazos.“The City of Levelland couldn’t be more excited about Justin.

Hockley County emergency notification signups continue

News Staff
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
Levelland-Hockley County Emergency Management is encouraging residents and business owners within the County to register for weather related and emergency notifications to stay informed and alerted in case of emergency situations.Residents are encouraged to go to RUAWARE.

New nonprofit group supports local efforts

News Staff
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
SUNDOWN — August 9, 2025 — A new chapter of community support is underway with the official formation of Sundown Library & Parks Friends Group, a 509(c)(2) nonprofit charity dedicated to supporting and promoting the Sundown library and local parks through fundraising, volunteer efforts, and...
YETI COOLER WINNER - Sammy Diaz with Kennedi's Kicks became a Founding Legacy 'Company Man' member of the Sundown Library & Parks Friends Group at the Oil Patch Days and his name was drawn out of the ticket hopper. (Photo courtesy of the Sundown Library)

YETI COOLER WINNER - Sammy Diaz with Kennedi's Kicks became a Founding Legacy 'Company Man' member of the Sundown Library & Parks Friends Group at the Oil Patch Days and his name was drawn out of the ticket hopper. (Photo courtesy of the Sundown Library)

YETI COOLER WINNER

News Staff
Wednesday, August 13, 2025
YETI COOLER WINNER
JUNIOR POLICE ACADEMY SUCCESS

JUNIOR POLICE ACADEMY SUCCESS

JUNIOR POLICE ACADEMY SUCCESS

News Staff
Saturday, August 9, 2025
During Monday’s Levelland City Council meeting, Police Chief Erica O'Bryon highlighted Levelland Police Deparment (LPD) staff for their work in holding the first Junior Police Academy.
EARLY WHATABURGER CONSTRUCTION

EARLY WHATABURGER CONSTRUCTION

EARLY WHATABURGER CONSTRUCTION

News Staff
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Dirt work is underway at 705 Highway 114 next to Holiday Inn and Swackhammers Restuarant. The company has shared that their goal is to be open and operational within 100 days.
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