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Miller calls on Abbot to suspend motor fuel tax

News Staff
Friday, April 17, 2026
Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller today issued a bold and urgent call to Texas Governor Greg Abbott: temporarily suspend the state’s motor fuel tax immediately. With diesel and gasoline prices skyrocketing, Miller warned that the tax is inflicting severe pain on Texas working families.

Rotary Club to host annual Administrative Luncheon Wednesday

News Staff
Friday, April 17, 2026
The Rotary Club of Littlefield is hosting its annual Administrative Luncheon on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.This year’s luncheon will take place at the Lamb County Ag Center from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.Notably, Texas Tech Lady Raider Basketball Head Coach Krista Gerlich is this year’s keynote speaker.

Anton Cemetery Association to host hamburger fundraiser

News Staff
Friday, April 17, 2026
The Anton Cemetery Association is hosting a hamburger lunch fundraiser on Sunday, April 26, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Lawrence Avenue Church of Christ Activity Center, 401 Lawrence Ave.All proceeds will fund the maintenance and upkeep of the Anton cemetery.
Sudan One-Act Play members team qualified for the regional competition happening on April 25. (Submitted Photo)

Sudan One-Act Play members team qualified for the regional competition happening on April 25. (Submitted Photo)

Sudan One-Act Play advances to regional competition

News Staff
Friday, April 17, 2026
In a third consecutive win for Sudan One-Act Play members, the team qualified for the regional competition happening on April 25. This achievement places Sudan in the top 24 teams in the state.“Wow, did these students step it up,” Jonathan Robertson, the One-Act Play director, said.
Pictured L-R: Carlos Sigala and Ricardo Gutierrez traveled to WTAMU where they successfully completed the requirements of: taking a written test, skills test, and participating in a job interview.. They received a Texas Cattle Feeders Feedyard Technician - Cattle Care Certification. (Submitted Photo)

Pictured L-R: Carlos Sigala and Ricardo Gutierrez traveled to WTAMU where they successfully completed the requirements of: taking a written test, skills test, and participating in a job interview.. They received a Texas Cattle Feeders Feedyard Technician - Cattle Care Certification. (Submitted Photo)

Sudan High School earns fourth consecutive UIL District Champion title

News Staff
Friday, April 17, 2026
On March 26, 2026, 60 Sudan High School students competed in the UIL District Academic competition in Hale Center, collectively earning their fourth consecutive district championship title.In total, students scored 868.7 points, a record-breaking score compared to previous competitions.
Texas Governor Gregg Abbott took the opportunity the shake the hands of SPC automotive and welding career tech students during his visit to South Plains College.

Texas Governor Gregg Abbott took the opportunity the shake the hands of SPC automotive and welding career tech students during his visit to South Plains College.

Abbott tours SPC automotive, welding facilities

News Staff
Friday, April 17, 2026
Governor Greg Abbott toured the South Plains College Automotive Technology and Welding Facility on Tuesday and delivered remarks on the creation of the Texas Jobs Council and the state’s investments in career and technical education.
Christopher Domingo Carrillo

Christopher Domingo Carrillo

Repeat Child Sex Predator in the Panhandle Added to Most Wanted List

News Staff
Friday, April 17, 2026
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has added Christopher Domingo Carrillo – a convicted and repeat child sex predator – to the Texas 10 Most Wanted Sex Offenders List. Texas Crime Stoppers is now offering a cash reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to his arrest.
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