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City of Levelland building permits issued through Sept.

News Staff
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
The City of Levelland reported roughly $175,136 in permits for the month of September with a total of 16 permits issued. One demolition permit was issued along with 11 classified as other and four certificates of occupancy were given. On the year, the city has totaled roughly $7.
COLLEGE FAIR

COLLEGE FAIR

COLLEGE FAIR

News Staff
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
South Plains College hosted its annual College Fair for students who are looking to take their next step in their education following high school. Area school districts participated in the event as well as several colleges located around West Texas.

Vehicle rollover claims Levelland teens life, Sunday

News Staff
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
A Levelland teen has died following a one vehicle wreck in Hockley County Sunday afternoon. According to a DPS report, a preliminary investigation revealed that a 2006 Chevy Silverado was traveling north on Hartford Road, just south of Jamaica Road.

LPD Report

News Staff
Friday, September 29, 2023
9/27/2023 - 1600 block of 9th Street - 11 A.M. An officer with the LPD was dispatched to a residence in the area regarding an assault. A report was taken as a result. 9/24/2023 - 200 block of Cherry Street - 4:42 A.M.

Levelland Fire Report

News Staff
Friday, September 29, 2023
9/26/2023 - DISPATCHED 8:44 P.M. - CLEARED 9:08 P.M. LEVELLAND The LFD received a report of a gas smell in the area of Detroit and Hickory Street. Fire personnel responded to the area but could not detect any gas. 9/24/2023 - DISPATCHED 11:48 P.M - CLEARED 12:20 A.M.

Hockley County Sheriff’s Report

News Staff
Friday, September 29, 2023
INCIDENTSUMMARY 9/24/2023 - 3700 block of N. Barton Lane - LEVELLAND Deputies with the HCSO were dispatched to a residence in the 3700 block of N. Barton Lane in regards to a stolen firearm. A report for Theft of a Firearm, less than $400 and Burglary of a Vehicle was made.
FANTASTIC MOSAICS - The Levelland Main Street group recognized Tanner Terrell of Edward Jones for his participation in the Main Street Revitalization efforts. Pictured from left to right are: Viviana Perez, Meleta Atchison, Tanner Terrell, Iris Keeling and Tania Moody. (Staff photo by Dom Puente)

FANTASTIC MOSAICS - The Levelland Main Street group recognized Tanner Terrell of Edward Jones for his participation in the Main Street Revitalization efforts. Pictured from left to right are: Viviana Perez, Meleta Atchison, Tanner Terrell, Iris Keeling and Tania Moody. (Staff photo by Dom Puente)

Main Street announces partnership

News Staff
Friday, September 29, 2023
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.
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM - Levelland ISD High School Principal Mathew Birdwell announced LHS senior Austin Ellis has been named Commended Student in the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Corporation. Pictured is Mr. Birdwell presenting Ellis with the award.(Photo submitted by Cristal Isaacks)

SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM - Levelland ISD High School Principal Mathew Birdwell announced LHS senior Austin Ellis has been named Commended Student in the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Corporation. Pictured is Mr. Birdwell presenting Ellis with the award.(Photo submitted by Cristal Isaacks)

LHS senior receives Letter of Commendation

News Staff
Friday, September 29, 2023
The National Merit Scholarship Corporation commended students in the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Program. Levelland High School Principal Mathew Birdwell announced that LHS senior Austin Ellis has been named a Commended student in the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC).

Retired teachers group announces meeting, Oct. 3

News Staff
Friday, September 29, 2023
The Retired Teachers of Hockley County and Cochran Counties (CHART) will meet at the Levelland County Club on Tuesday, October 3, at 11:30 a.m. Guest speakers will be State Senator Charles Perry, District 17 President Judy Kennedy, and District 17 Legislative Chair Eric McKnight.
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