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City Council sets public hearing for proposed budget, tax rate

News Staff

Friday, August 14, 2026

The following article is based on draft minutes from the July 28, 2026, Littlefield City Council meeting. The minutes have not yet been approved by the City Council and are subject to change.The governing body of the City of Littlefield, Texas, met at 6 p.m.

Sacred Heart Parish hosting Annual Jamaica

News Staff

Friday, August 14, 2026

Sacred Heart Parish will be holding their annual Jamaica on August 23rd from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.The event will take place at 1309 W. 8th Street in Littlefield.The Jamaica will begin at 11 a.m. with DJ Garcia’s. The Day Late Dollar Short Band will be on at 12:30 p.m.

Lfd. School Board Discusses Tax Rate, Innovation Plan

News Staff

Friday, August 14, 2026

The Littlefield Independent School District Board of Trustees met in Regular Session on Monday, August 10th in the Board Room of Jerry Blakely Administration Building to discuss a 14-item agenda.

Amherst ISD is proud to announce the 2026–2027 Amherst Junior High Cheer Team: Braelynn Garcia, Citlali Macias- Flores and Leyla Ramirez. Congratulations to these outstanding young ladies! We are excited to watch you represent Amherst Junior High with school spirit, leadership, and Bulldog pride. Please join us in wishing them an amazing season! (Submitted Photo)

Introducing Amherst J.H. Cheer

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Friday, August 14, 2026

1st Place Journeyman Team: O.J. Zapata – Littlefield Service Center (SC), Sterling Justus & Sean Williams – Lubbock SC. (Submitted Photo)

Local Xcel Energy Crews Recognized at Annual Lineman’s Rodeo

News Staff

Friday, August 14, 2026

During the 33rd annual Lone Star Lineman’s Rodeo, several Xcel Energy line workers from the South Plains were recognized for their skills and dedication in Amarillo on July 30.

Commissioners to meet Monday

News Staff

Friday, August 7, 2026

A meeting of the Lamb County Commissioners’ Court will be held at 9 a.m. Monday, August 10, 2026, in the Lamb County Courthouse, where a 12—item agenda will be considered for appropriate action.After the Call to order, the public may request to make a public comment on any of the agenda items.

Volunteers help cook burgers provided by First United Bank for the Littlefield Chamber of Commerce’s free Pool Party at the Littlefield Aquatic Center on Aug 3. (Photo by Leon Szaniszlo).

Burgers at Chamber Pool Party

News Staff

Friday, August 7, 2026

Volunteers help cook burgers provided by First United Bank for the Littlefield Chamber of Commerce’s free Pool Party at the Littlefield Aquatic Center on Aug 3.

Lamb Co. Library Announces New Activity Schedule

News Staff

Friday, August 7, 2026

The Lamb County Library is kicking off August with several activities for children and families as the new school year begins.The library kicked the month off with a Root Beer Float event on Thursday, Aug. 6.

Dog Care & Training: A Devoted 4-H Member

Brenna Lowe Lamb County 4-h Member

Friday, August 7, 2026

Like many others, I have grown up around animals, specifically dogs. My family has always been involved in 4-H, as well. 4-H’ers participate in various projects, including Food & Nutrition, Public Speaking, Shooting Sports, raising show animals, and my favorite: Dog Care & Training.

The Parallel Births

Paul Hoffmaster Faithwriters.org

Friday, August 7, 2026

When we enter this world, we respond to the things of the world with our five senses. These five receptors are sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch. Basically, the parents are the first interaction the infant has to learn what responds to their senses.

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