LPD investigators seek information regarding Gergorio Mendieta death

October 20, with a single gunshot wound.Preliminary reports indicate Mendieta was seen speaking with an unknown individual in a pickup truck before the incident.

DPS highlights Crime Laboratory Division’s achievments

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) recognizes the Crime Laboratory Division’s 2024 achievements in providing expert forensic laboratory and forensic services for the State of Texas, including solving more than 1,000 cases through DNA testing.

Levelland City Council plans regular meeting

The Levelland City Council will be holding a regular meeting Tuesday, February 18, beginning at 6 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at City Hall.

PUCT’s new rule establishes TEF program

The Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) approved a new rule Thursday, establishing the Texas Energy Fund (TEF) Outside of ERCOT Grant Program (OEGP).

Forest Service awards landowners during prescribed fires

Texas A&M Forest Service awarded over $951,000 to 168 landowners to conduct prescribed fires this year. This funding will treat 35,138 acres.Prescribed fire is a strategic land management tool that uses low-intensity fire on a specific area of land to achieve set goals.

Sundown City Council sets meeting agenda

The Sundown City Council will be holding a regular meeting Tuesday, February 18, beginning at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at City Hall.

Online power outage trackers now required

Electric utilities that deliver power to retail electric customers in Texas are now required to maintain an online electric outage tracker that provides detailed information about power outages in both English and Spanish.

Comptroller announces Jan. sales tax revenue

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar recently announced state sales tax revenue totaled $4.3 billion in January, 6.8 percent more than in January 2024.The majority of January sales tax revenue is based on sales made in December and remitted to the agency in January.

Senior Menus

HOCKLEYCOUNTY Monday- Center closed for President’s DayTuesday- Herb roasted chicken thighs, peas & carrots, whole wheat roll and strawberries w/whipped toppings.Wednesday- Salsbury steak, diced potatoes (skin on), English peas, wheat roll and fruit salad in juice.