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Lamb County sees increase in COVID cases

News Staff

Saturday, October 17, 2020

Lamb County Judge James M. DeLoach has issued an update on the COVID-19 virus cases in Lamb County, as of 4:33 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2020. He reported that there was a jump from the 19 known cases last Tuesday, Oct. 6, to the current 77 active cases that were reported to him over last weekend.

Seven Summer Safety Solutions to Protect from the Texas Heat

News Staff

Friday, July 3, 2026

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

News Staff

Friday, July 3, 2026

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

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Friday, July 3, 2026

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L.

Texas approves mandatory reading list including Bible passages for public schools

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Friday, July 3, 2026

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

News Staff

Friday, July 3, 2026

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

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Friday, July 3, 2026

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

America250 Sunset Parade

News Staff

Friday, July 3, 2026

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.

Former agriculture teacher Sheridan Franks (Back Right) stands behind FFA students, Brooklynne Story, Maggie McNeese, Ty Carr, Tayte Miller and Piper Carr, as Ty Carr holds a “Littlefield” sign at Littlefield High School. (Submitted Photo)

Sheridan Franks Departs Littlefield High School After Years of Service

News Staff

Friday, July 3, 2026

After spending the past two years teaching agriculture at Littlefield High School, Sheridan Franks is preparing to close a chapter of his life and continue his career at Corrigan-Camden High School.

Texas to pay $825M due to SNAP payment error rate

News Staff

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

A USDA report revealed Texas had a SNAP payment error rate of 9.34% and will be on the hook to pay $826M annually beginning in October 2027 under One Big Beautiful Bill.U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke L.

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