Lubbock AgriLife to hold poultry, food production course

The Texas A& M AgriLife Extension Service in Lubbock County will be hosting “Homegrown & Homemade: Backyard Poultry and Cottage Food Production” on July 23 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Lubbock Courthouse Annex.

David Kinney: A Lifetime of Service

After more than four decades in law enforcement, Anton Police Chief David Kinney is preparing to retire, closing out a dedicated career spent serving communities across West Texas.While Kinney has served Anton for the past 16 years, his dedication to service truly began more than 50 years ago.

July 3rd Party on the Parking Lot

Seven Summer Safety Solutions to Protect from the Texas Heat

A Texas June marks the beginning of increased temperatures and the risk of heat- related illness, so Texas State Park staff are presenting seven tips to help visitors beat the heat and enjoy the beauty the state has to offer.

Private water well screenings set for July 7-8 in Lamb, Castro, Hale, counties

The Texas Well Owner Network, TWON, will host free private water well screenings and a results meeting July 7-8 for Castro, Hale and Lamb counties.Water samples will be screened for contaminants, including total coliform bacteria, E. coli, nitrate-nitrogen, arsenic and salinity.

Secretary Rollins Announces $500 Million for Fertilizer Investment & Expansion Program

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L.

Texas approves mandatory reading list including Bible passages for public schools

After a majority vote on June 26, the Texas State Board of Education (SBOE) approved a mandatory reading list that all public K12 schools will be required to follow.The list stems from House Bill 1605, which was passed in 2023 and required at least one literary work to be taught at each grade level.

Senior Citizens Center open for Wed. meals

The Lamb County Senior Citizens’ Center will reopen for noon lunches Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at 211 Phelps Avenue in downtown Littlefield.Those attending are invited to take food in covered dishes, to share with others, or by a donation to the center.Doors to the center will open at 10 a.m.

America250 Sunset Parade

The Sunset Valley Rehab and Healthcare Center hosts a Fourth of July-themed parade featuring its residents on June 29, 2026.

America250 Sunset Parade

The residents at the Sunset Valley Rehab and Healthcare Center in Littlefield (formerly Arbor Grace Wellness Center) enjoy a Fourth of July-themed parade on June 29, 2026.