Texas AgriLife reports on crop pests

Texas AgriLife in its Integrated Pest Management newsletter and AgriLife Extension Kerry Siders in Levelland reported on seasonal pests in various crops in Hockley, Lamb and Cochran counties.Cotton ranges from just eight leaf squaring cotton (average is 4.5 true leaves).

TWDB asks officials for more funding

Texas water officials requested more funding for water supply projects as costs skyrocket.

Legislation introduced for water treaty noncompliance

A group of Texas lawmakers have introduced legislation they say will add teeth to the 1944 Water Treaty and compensate Rio Grande farmers impacted by a lack of reliable water deliveries from Mexico.According to U.S. Rep.

Lubbock AgriLife to hold poultry, food production course

The TexasA&MAgriLife Extension Service in Lubbock County will be hosting “Homegrown & Homemade: Backyard Poultry and Cottage Food Production” on July 23 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Lubbock Courthouse Annex.

Key facts about the Declaration of Independence

The Declaration of Independence is a document that indicates the founding principles of the United States of America. The declaration was issued by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776 and announced the separation of the 13 British colonies in North America from the United Kingdom.

Lesser known founding fathers of the United States

When Americans celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States throughout 2026, names like George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin and John Adams are bound to come up.

SPARTAN provides affordable transportation

SPARTAN public transportation is a rural transit service provided by the South Plains Community Action Association, Inc. (SPCAA). It serves rural areas of Hockley County, along with 16 other surrounding counties in the South Plains.

Local clubs, organizations support community

Through service and events, Levelland’s clubs and organizations support citizens and improve quality of life throughout the community. Each organization helps provide a sense of community and opportunities to love, serve and get involved.

Crude oil prices show sharp decline

Crude oil is on track to have its largest quarterly decline since the 2020 market crash as the U.S. and Iran continue negotiations allowing tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz to recover.