Annual Thunder on the Plains brings car community together

The 19th annual Thunder on the Plains Car Show will roll into the Levelland City Park on August 15 and 16.The weekend will kick off Friday night at the South Plains Best Western. Registration will begin at 5:30 p.m.Vehicle owners can register for the poker run for $10 and the car show for $25.

Main Street, Wallace Theater set downtown festivities, October 4

Levelland Main Street and The Wallace Theater have announced a full day of cohosted celebration in Downtown Levelland on Saturday, October 4.

Legislation in limbo after House Democrats leave Texas

After dozens of Democratic Texas House members fled the state on Sunday to deny Republicans the quorum they need to pass new congressional maps aimed at securing more GOP seats, many other bills are now at risk of dying.

Governor Greg Abbott meets impacted Texans, first responders in San Angelo

SAN ANGELO – On Thursday, Governor Greg Abbott received a briefing and held a press conference at the Spur Arena on Texas’ ongoing response to severe flooding that impacted Texas.

DPS offers back to school safety tips

AUSTIN – As students begin heading back to school, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) reminds all Texans to exercise heightened caution and adhere to safety measures implemented to protect students, staff and fellow drivers this school year.

HHSC provides resources to Texans following flooding

AUSTIN – The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) continues to serve Texans impacted by the recent devastating flooding. HHSC is providing resources that include access to food and baby formula, mental health services and emergency grants for affected rural hospitals.

Hockley County emergency notification signups continue

Levelland-Hockley County Emergency Management is urging residents and business owners to register for weather related and emergency notifications to stay informed and alerted in case of emergencies.Residents are encouraged to go to RUAWARE.US to register for Hockley County Alerts.

State sales tax revenue totaled $4.2 billion in July

(AUSTIN) — Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock has announced state sales tax revenue totaled $4.19 billion in July, 4.9 percent more than in July 2024.The majority of July sales tax revenue is based on sales made in June and remitted to the agency in July.

What are those white mushrooms in my yard?

Circles of white mushrooms, or “fairy rings,” may add a whimsical touch to summer lawns. But beware — they’re probably poisonous.Brian Shaw, Ph.D.