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..The Composition...

Rachle Burkum
Thursday, November 7, 2024
The symphony starts...a slow, quiet tempo. Darkness envelops the scene - a hushed void. The bass notes rise. An eerie mist begins to form. The instruments create a steady almost-hypnotic beat.Suddenly, the orchestra comes alive as a beam of light shatters the darkness.

AgriLife researchers minimize nitrogen loss

News Staff
Thursday, November 7, 2024
While agriculture producers apply nitrogen fertilizer to supply nutrients to their crops, they can’t always keep those nutrients in the soil for maximum efficiency, often losing them into the atmosphere or water supply as nitrates and nitrous oxide.The project is led by Nithya Rajan, Ph.D.

MCEP grain leaders tour West Texas agriculture

News Staff
Thursday, November 7, 2024
Thirteen farmers and association executives from regions across the nation observed cotton and other agricultural operations in West Texas Oct. 20-25, as part of the National Cotton Council’s (NCC) Multi-Commodity Education Program (MCEP).
FINISHINGTHE DRIVE - Points came at a premium for the Levelland Lobos during Friday night’s matchup against the Borger Bulldogs. The Lobos would put up 14 points and hold off the Bulldogs to secure their first district win. Pictured is RB Noah Martin finding an open lane thanks to his offensive lineman Zarian Valderas and Casen Potter then cutting across the last Bulldog defender for the walk-in touchdown in the first half. (Staff photo by Dom Puente)

FINISHINGTHE DRIVE - Points came at a premium for the Levelland Lobos during Friday night’s matchup against the Borger Bulldogs. The Lobos would put up 14 points and hold off the Bulldogs to secure their first district win. Pictured is RB Noah Martin finding an open lane thanks to his offensive lineman Zarian Valderas and Casen Potter then cutting across the last Bulldog defender for the walk-in touchdown in the first half. (Staff photo by Dom Puente)

Lobos eye playoff spot after holding off Borger

News Staff
Thursday, November 7, 2024
The Levelland Lobos helped increase their playoff chances with a 14-7 win on the road against the Borger Bulldogs Friday.
FRAMING CONTINUES - Construction crews are continuing to work on the future site of Wendys located on College Avenue, north of Prosperity Bank. Framing of the building continues as small steps are being made. An open date has yet to be posted. (Staff photo by Evin Thomas)

FRAMING CONTINUES - Construction crews are continuing to work on the future site of Wendys located on College Avenue, north of Prosperity Bank. Framing of the building continues as small steps are being made. An open date has yet to be posted. (Staff photo by Evin Thomas)

Hockley County Commissioners’ Court approves housekeeping items

Evin Thomas Staff Writer/photographer
Thursday, November 7, 2024
The Hockley County Commissioners’ Court approved the next step of a traffic camera project at the Hockley County Sheriff’s Office during their regular meeting on Monday.
STRUCTURE IN PLACE - Several areas continue to be under construction in Levelland. Head Hunters is one of those areas that has been moving quickly with the steel frame and exterior already in place. An opening date has not been posted. (Staff photo by Evin Thomas)

STRUCTURE IN PLACE - Several areas continue to be under construction in Levelland. Head Hunters is one of those areas that has been moving quickly with the steel frame and exterior already in place. An opening date has not been posted. (Staff photo by Evin Thomas)

State sales tax revenues announced

News Staff
Thursday, November 7, 2024
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced that state sales tax revenue totaled $4.01 billion in October, 5.4 percent more than in October 2023.The majority of October sales tax revenue is based on sales made in September and remitted to the agency in October.

City of Sundown implements new utility rates, November 1

News Staff
Thursday, November 7, 2024
New utility rates went into effect for the City of Sundown as of November 1.The old water rate included 2,000 gallons with a minimum charge of $25.55. The new rate will not include that minimum.There will be an active charge of $25.55 and bills for all water usage.
FAMILY TIME- Siblings Amaya and Amaje Mooring were Trunk or Treating with their cousin Jasper Gonzalez on Halloween this past Thursday on the square. They were having a great time and stopped for a quick photo before returning to the fun.(staff photo by Essence Childers)

FAMILY TIME- Siblings Amaya and Amaje Mooring were Trunk or Treating with their cousin Jasper Gonzalez on Halloween this past Thursday on the square. They were having a great time and stopped for a quick photo before returning to the fun.(staff photo by Essence Childers)

Hockley Commissioners set regular meeting Mon.

News Staff
Saturday, November 2, 2024
The Hockley County Commissioners’ Court will be holding a regular meeting Monday, November 4, beginning at 9 a.m. in the Hockley County Courthouse.
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