PUCT provides Lubbock power consumers electric selection tools

The Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) is encouraging electricity consumers in Lubbock to use the PUCT’s “Power to Choose” tool as they begin selecting retail electricity providers as of Friday.

LFD Report

1/3/2024 - DISPATCHED 2:08 A.M. - CLEARED 4:52 A.M. ROPESVILLE The HCSO requested LFD units to assist in a semi versus cow motor vehicle accident near Highway 82 and Foster Road. LFD contacted Smyer FD while enroute as there were multiple animals that had been struck by two semi units.

Levelland Council plans uniform election order

During the January 8 council meeting, the Levelland City Council is slated to order the next Uniform General Election. This year’s election will be held on May 4, 2024. The City of Levelland will have the Mayor position and two council positions on the ballot: District A and District C.

Levelland council sets meeting Mon.

The Levelland City Council will be holding a regular meeting Monday, January 8, beginning at 6 p.m. in the R.O. Dennis Council Chambers located at City Hall.

HCSO Report

12/30/2023 - HOCKLEY COUNTY Deputies with the HCSO were dispatched to the 4000 block of India Road in reference to a report of burglary that had already occurred. 12/30/2023 - HOCKLEY COUNTY Deputies with the HCSO responded to the 6000 block of Highway 114 in reference to reckless driving.

DPS, Lubbock plan Citizens Academy

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), in conjunction with the Lubbock County Sheriff’s Office (LSO), Lubbock Police Department (LPD) and the Lubbock County District Attorney’s Office (LCDA), is now accepting applications for the next Citizens Academy, which begins February 27.

Fourth annual GRACE week begins Jan. 8

First Lady Cecilia Abbott announced Thursday that the Governor’s Response Against Child Exploitation (GRACE) initiative will host the fourth annual Week of Prayer to End Human Trafficking from January 8 through January 14.

Protecting homes during winter

As temperatures continue to fall during the Winter evenings, homeowners are encouraged to prepare their homes for possible freezing conditions. According to the Texas Department of Insurance, winter storms led to thousands of insurance claims and billions of dollars in damage.

KLB announces 2024 Art Contest

Keep Levelland Beautiful will be sponsoring a 2024 Take Care of Texas Art Contest. This years contest theme is recycling. Keep Levelland Beautiful’s mission is to improve the community’s appearance through partnerships, education and action.