LPD Report

10/1/2023 - 400 block of E. Highway 114 - 6:02 P.M. An officer with the LPD responded to the area regarding a criminal trespass. One individual was later arrested for a warrant service. 10/1/2023 - 1100 block of Sherman Avenue - 1:02 A.M.

Levelland Fire Report

10/1/2023 - DISPATCHED 7:52 P.M. - CLEARED 8:03 P.M. LEVELLAND The LFD received a report of a dumpster fire in an alleyway of the 100 block of Gary Avenue. Once on scene, fire personnel extinguished the fire. 10/1/2023 - DISPATCHED 3:27 P.M. - CLEARED 5:36 P.M.

TxDOT encourages safe driving during Fall, Winter

Fall and winter months bring shorter days and less light, making it harder for drivers to see and safely avoid pedestrians. October saw the highest number of pedestrian crashes in 2022. That’s why TxDOT is using National Pedestrian Safety Month to continue its “Be Safe. Drive Smart.

Comptroller scholarship applications open

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar is reminding Texans that applications are now being accepted for 2023-24 Texas Match the Promise Foundation awards.

TxDOT urges drivers to be extra vigilant protecting pedestrians

As fall brings less daylight, TxDOT urges drivers to be extra vigilant about protecting pedestrians Fall and winter months bring shorter days and less light, making it harder for drivers to see—and safely avoid— pedestrians. October saw the highest number of pedestrian crashes in 2022.

Main Street Program announces partnership

The Levelland Main Street, has announced they are proud to partner with Tanner Terrell Edward Jones, who is truly “making” a difference. The 2022-2023 Main Street Board has been visionary in their approach to funding future Main Street Revitalization projects.

Cotton futures finished higher four out of five trading sessions

December futures seemed to disregard the fundamentals of the cotton market this week, and instead rallied on speculative buying and outside markets. Futures traded on both sides of the market throughout the week but settled higher for four of the five trading sessions.

USDA announces October 2023 lending rates for Ag. producers

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced loan interest rates for October 2023, which are effective Oct. 2, 2023.

Annie’s Project for women in agriculture coming to Amarillo

Annie’s Project for women in agriculture coming to Amarillo Oct. 4-Nov. 6 The nationally awarded workshop, Annie’s Project – Education for Women in Agriculture, will be offered Oct. 2Nov. 6 by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service in Amarillo.