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Chamber, Main Street support local business

Ada Niederhauser, Staff Reporter
Friday, December 26, 2025
In an ever-changing business climate, the Levelland Chamber of Commerce and Main Street Program continue to promote new and existing businesses by adjusting to their needs and giving them the tools to be successful. By doing so, they help to promote the city’s growth and prosperity.
LISD Brittney Richards. speech pathologist, for the second year was selected to help decorate the White House for Christmas. Volunteers must apply in August to be a part of the unique experience. Richards has been featured at The Wallace and on KLBK.

LISD Brittney Richards. speech pathologist, for the second year was selected to help decorate the White House for Christmas. Volunteers must apply in August to be a part of the unique experience. Richards has been featured at The Wallace and on KLBK.

Richards decorates White House

News Staff
Friday, December 26, 2025

Levelland ISD rates A on FIRST report

News Staff
Friday, December 26, 2025
A public hearing was held concerning the LISD Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas FIRST Accountability Rating (FIRST) in accordance with law.Financial accountability is rated with A=Superior, B=Above Standard, C=Meets Standard, and F=Substandard Achievement.

Levelland Police Report

News Staff
Monday, December 22, 2025
Dec. 1012:21 a.m. – Officers dispatched to the 1100 block of 11th Street in reference to a deceased person. Further investigation was done for a report.11:35 a.m. – Officer dispatched to the 1500 block of 5th Street in reference to a terroristic threat.10:43 p.m.

Hockley County Report

News Staff
Monday, December 22, 2025
286th District Court Disposed CasesState vs. Mikka Janett Toscano, charged with engaging in criminal activity. Dismissed National American Insurance vs Scoggin=Dickey Chervrolet-Buick. Dismissed, agreed judgements.Jose Saavedra Villagomez vs. Diamondback Energy. Change of Venue. State vs.

Letter to Editor

News Staff
Monday, December 22, 2025
To the editor:As our community heads into the holidays, the American Red Cross Panhandle Plains Chapter is urging families to take simple steps to prevent home fires — the most common disaster we respond to each year. December brings more cooking, heating and candles, which means a higher risk.
Levelland Police Department Sgt. Carrasco and Sgt. Ramirez spent the past week attending Smith & Wesson Armorer School in preparation for the LPD transition to the Smith & ; Wesson M&P 2.0 as the official new duty weapon. The training ensures the department is fully equipped to maintain the new platform safely and efficiently, supporting a smooth rollout for all officers. (Levelland PD photo)

Levelland Police Department Sgt. Carrasco and Sgt. Ramirez spent the past week attending Smith & Wesson Armorer School in preparation for the LPD transition to the Smith & ; Wesson M&P 2.0 as the official new duty weapon. The training ensures the department is fully equipped to maintain the new platform safely and efficiently, supporting a smooth rollout for all officers. (Levelland PD photo)

Levelland Police Department Sgt. Carrasco

News Staff
Monday, December 22, 2025

Fire Department Report

News Staff
Monday, December 22, 2025
Dec. 10Fire Department dispatched to the 3300 block of Drill Stem Rd, regarding reports of heavy smoke in a field. Upon arrival crew found unattended pvc pipe burning in a pit.Fire department extinguished fire and return to station.Dec.
South Plains College professors Mackinzee Escamilla (left) and Dr. Nimi Finnigan are new members of the Texas A&M University Affiliate Academy, a community of English 1301 and 1302 instructors in Texas. They will have the opportunity to share their insights from SPC’s teaching community and bring back innovative practices. (SPC Photo)

South Plains College professors Mackinzee Escamilla (left) and Dr. Nimi Finnigan are new members of the Texas A&M University Affiliate Academy, a community of English 1301 and 1302 instructors in Texas. They will have the opportunity to share their insights from SPC’s teaching community and bring back innovative practices. (SPC Photo)

SPC English professors to participate in Texas A&M University Affiliate Academy

News Staff
Monday, December 22, 2025
South Plains College faculty members Mackinzee Escamilla, assistant professor of English, and Dr. Nimi Finnigan, professor of English, will join the Texas A&M University Affiliate Academy, a community of English 1301 and 1302 instructors in Texas.

Reclaiming holidays with fun activities

News Staff
Monday, December 22, 2025
With Christmas shopping and the rush to buy gifts, attend parties and keeping up with traditions, the holiday fun turns to chaos and can be stress-filled, particularly when school breaks start and the kids land at home all day.
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