Wildfire preparedness publication aids landowners

A new publication released by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service aims at helping landowners take preventive measures to mitigate the impact of wildfires.Preparing the Ranch is an online educational resource debuting at Fire and Rangeland Management Symposiums in the Texas Panhandle.

Lawmakers press water debt obligations under treaty

A group of lawmakers from Texas is urging President Donald Trump’s nominee for Secretary of State to continue to push Mexico to live up to its obligations under the 1944 Water Treaty.Under the water treaty, the U.S. delivers water from the Colorado River to Mexico.

Charter Review Committee’s proposed amendments

The six-member Charter Review Committee has made its city charter amendment recommendations to the Levelland City Council.The City Council started the process of ordering a City Charter Amendment Election with the first reading of Ordinance No. 1088 on January 20.

WEEKEND REPAIRS

- Crews with the City of Levelland Water Department responded to a water leak Sunday around 11 a.m. The leak was located at 8th Street and Avenue A. A portion of the street was blocked off while the crews worked to address the issue.

City of Levelland sets next “Levelland Listens”

The City of Levelland has announced their next 'Levelland Listens' event is scheduled for February 7.The event will be held at the Civic Center located at the Levelland City Park. The event will be from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.

Hockley County Commissioners’ Court approves Flock Safety MOU

The Hockley County Commissioners’ Court held a special meeting on Monday with the group approving a MOU (Memorandum of Understanding), the plans and Resolution 2025-1 between the Hockley County Sheriff’s Office and Flock Safety regarding Automated License Plate Recognition Cameras.

Statement issued following SB 1 budget filing

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued the following statement Wednesday upon the filing of Senate Bill 1 (SB 1), the State Budget, by Sen. Joan Huffman, RHouston.“Today, Senate Finance Chair Joan Huffman filed SB 1, the Texas Senate’s introduced state budget for the 2026-2027 biennium.

Texas Comptroller announces funding awards for broadband infrastructure projects

On Wednesday, Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced awards totaling $701.9 million for the second round of the Bringing Online Opportunities to Texas Program (BOOT II), aimed at bridging the digital divide and enhancing broadband access for unserved and underserved communities across the state.

Texas HHSC raises awareness for National Cervical Health Month

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is encouraging women to get screened for cervical cancer as part of National Cervical Health Awareness Month this January.