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Project Caprock eyed with concern by residents

News Staff
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Aligned Data Centers is currently building a 313-acre data center campus in Hale County near Abernathy, known as Project Caprock. The total project investment is estimated at $5 billion.The finished project will have six individual facilities with 1.
FOOD DONATIONS – Pictured are food donations for Bill’s Backpacks. The nonprofit collects, organizes, and distributes food to children in need at LISD campuses. (Staff Photo by Ada Niederhauser)

FOOD DONATIONS – Pictured are food donations for Bill’s Backpacks. The nonprofit collects, organizes, and distributes food to children in need at LISD campuses. (Staff Photo by Ada Niederhauser)

Bill’s Backpacks feeds local children

Ada Niederhauser News-press Intern
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Since its conception in 2010, Bill’s Backpacks has provided food for local children in need. As they continue to serve, those interested in helping have many opportunities to do so.“I think people want to help, but they don’t know how to help,” Board President Carrie Ellis said.
WATER RUPTURE OFF HOUSTON STREET - According to reports, a pipe burst on Houston Street and College Avenue resulting in a high-pressure leak that wreaked havoc on the street corner at around 9 p.m. on Sunday. At 1 a.m., the leak reportedly continued unattended. City workers responded to the emergency Monday evening. (Photo by C.R. Calhoun)

WATER RUPTURE OFF HOUSTON STREET - According to reports, a pipe burst on Houston Street and College Avenue resulting in a high-pressure leak that wreaked havoc on the street corner at around 9 p.m. on Sunday. At 1 a.m., the leak reportedly continued unattended. City workers responded to the emergency Monday evening. (Photo by C.R. Calhoun)

County commissioners holds regular meeting

C.r. Calhoun News-press Intern
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
The Hockley County Commissioners’ Court convened on Monday for a regular meeting, where they discussed and approved several requests and proposals from city entities.

USDA releases SNAP payment error rate report

News Staff
Friday, June 26, 2026
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released the annual Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payment error rates (PER), which measure how accurately states determine who is eligible for SNAP and how much they should receive.

Senate approves resolution to stop military action in Iran

News Staff
Friday, June 26, 2026
The Senate on Tuesday approved a House-passed resolution aimed at reining in President Trump on Iran, signifying a rebuke of the president's handling of the conflict.In a 50 to 48 vote, four Republicans joined the bulk of Senate Democrats in support of the measure.

Levelland Police Department Report

News Staff
Friday, June 26, 2026
June 164 p.m. - Officer generated a call sheet at the Law Enforcement Center for a warrant service.9:12 p.m. - Officer dispatched to the 400 block of East Hwy 114 regarding criminal mischief. Report was generated.10:57 p.m.
PLAYGOUND COMPLETE - Anton ISD announced the completion of its new elementary school playground. The playground is the direct result of the community's support of the May 2025 bond election. (Anton ISD photo)

PLAYGOUND COMPLETE - Anton ISD announced the completion of its new elementary school playground. The playground is the direct result of the community's support of the May 2025 bond election. (Anton ISD photo)

PLAYGOUND COMPLETE

News Staff
Friday, June 26, 2026
PLAYGOUND COMPLETE
Camp Mystic files for bankruptcy

Camp Mystic files for bankruptcy

Camp Mystic files for bankruptcy

C.r. Calhoun News-press Intern
Friday, June 26, 2026
A year after 28 individuals were killed in the catastrophic flood at Camp Mystic, the camp has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.The nearly century-old Christian camp was positioned along the Guadalupe River in Kerr County and has been managed by the Eastland family since 1939.
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