TxDOT raises motorcyle safety awareness through May campaign

Nearly 600 people riding motorcycles were killed in crashes in Texas last year, and more than 2,400 riders were seriously injured.Motorcycles are smaller and harder to spot, which is why taking an extra moment to double check for them can mean the difference between life and death.

Texas Health Services recognizes May as Mental Awareness Month

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is recognizing May as Mental Health Awareness Month by providing resources and holding a series of events, trainings and webinars.

April state sales tax hits $3 billion mark

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced state sales tax revenue totaled $3.96 billion in April, 3.2 percent less than in April 2023.The majority of April sales tax revenue is based on sales made in March and remitted to the agency in April.

WVFD tabbed as 2024 donation recipient

Through the partnership between Golden Spread EC’s CIC and Lamb County EC, the Whiteface Volunteer Fire Department (VFD) was selected from within Lamb County EC’s service area, as the 2024 recipient.

Levelland City Council sets regular meeting

The Levelland City Council will be holding a regular meeting Monday, May 6, beginning at 6 p.m. at City Hall.

Commissioners Court sets regular meeting

The Hockley County Commissioners Court will be holding a regular meeting Monday, May 6, beginning at 9 a.m. in the Hockley County Courthouse.

Small business administration approves disaster declaration amid severe weather

Governor Greg Abbott announced that the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved his request for a disaster declaration in Texas communities affected by severe weather and flooding early last month.

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Breakfast Rotary Club seeks community flag service subscribers

The Levelland Breakfast Rotary Club is accepting new subscribers to its Community Flag Service for 2024. The Community Flag Service provides a way for subscribers to show their patriotism on five holidays throughout the 2024 calendar year. Rotary Club members will put out U.S.