Monthly Archives: June 2017

Levelland Fire Department crews responded to a fire in the 1300 block of fifth street in Levelland.  According to the fire department reports, the call came in at just after 11pm Thursday night.  An occupant in the home reported smelling … Continue reading →

Texas Department of Transportation, Maintenance Supervisor for Hockley County Gary McClendon is reminding motorists that work continues just north of the intersection of Highway 114 on 385. He said Friday morning that they hope to have the work wrapped up … Continue reading →

The Levelland ISD Board of Trustees have announced they are now accepting letters of interest for consideration to fill the District 4 Seat on the Board of Trustees.  Interested individuals must reside in District 4 and submit a letter to … Continue reading →

A private memorial service will be held at a later date for Sandy Pierce, 77 of Levelland.  She passed away on Saturday, June 16.  Services are under the direction of Krestridge Funeral Home in Levelland. For more information:  klvtnews.wordpress.com/obituaries

Funeral Services are scheduled for Alton Wood, 74 of Lake Kemp and formerly of Levelland.  Services are scheduled for 1pm on Wednesday, June 21 at 1pm in the George Price Funeral Home Chapel in Levelland.  A family visitation is set … Continue reading →

The Levelland Police Department is warning of a new scam which has recently been occurring. According to the Levelland Police, scammers are targeting homes with a security company sign in their front yard.  The person will approach the residence and … Continue reading →

The City of Levelland Building Permit and Inspection Department has issued the building permit report for the month of May, 2017. The department reported issuing mostly permits for alterations and additions.  The largest permit was 1 permit for $500,000 for … Continue reading →

The Edison Electric Institute (EEI) today presented Xcel Energy with the association’s “Emergency Recovery Award” for its outstanding restoration efforts after Winter Storm Jupiter hit the Texas Panhandle in January 2017. The award is presented twice annually to EEI member companies … Continue reading →

The weather is likely the blame for an 18-wheeler turning over north of O’Donnell Thursday night. DPS reports indicate that an 18-wheeler turned over in the northbound lanes of Highway 87.  No injuries were reported.  A storm that blew through … Continue reading →

A severe storm that developed in Hockley County Thursday afternoon had winds in excess of 60 mph in South Levelland along with numerous cloud to ground lightening strikes. The wind, is to blame for numerous branches broke out of trees … Continue reading →