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Tips to prevent barn swallow nests

Susan Himes
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Federal law prohibits disturbing barn swallows once they nest, so take preventative action nowWhether you love watching barn swallows up close or dread the mess they leave behind, a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert encourages you to take preventative action before the birds begin nesting.

CROP & WEATHER REPORT

Rolling Plains
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
AgriLife Extension district reporters compiled the following summaries:The district received rain. Soil moisture improved significantly, and livestock drinking sources were filling up. More rain chances were in the forecast, and optimism for cotton planting was up.
All Lamb County Road & Bridge Precincts hands, along with each commissioner working together to clear off the property the county purchased to add additional parking for the Courthouse. (Submitted Photo)

All Lamb County Road & Bridge Precincts hands, along with each commissioner working together to clear off the property the county purchased to add additional parking for the Courthouse. (Submitted Photo)

County Library seeks volunteers for summer reading program

Madison Vidales
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
The Lamb County Library is asking community members to volunteer for this year’s summer reading program.This year’s theme, ‘ Color Our World,’ invites children to continue reading throughout summer vacation.
STATE CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS

STATE CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS

STATE CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS

Gary Borders
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
State CapitalTEA releases 2023 A-F accountability ratingsAfter a prolonged delay because of a lawsuit filed by about 100 school districts, the Texas Education Agency has released the 2023 A-F accountability ratings, indicating the share of campuses that received a passing ranking dropped by 14%...
Business of the Year winners, Diana and Hector Espindola of Loco's, pose with their award alongside Leslie Lamberson, Arlian Torres, Jeremi McBride, Alex Torres Jr., Patricia Martínez, Axel Torres, Tanya Torres and Alex Torres on April 24, 2025. (Photo by Madison Vidales)

Business of the Year winners, Diana and Hector Espindola of Loco's, pose with their award alongside Leslie Lamberson, Arlian Torres, Jeremi McBride, Alex Torres Jr., Patricia Martínez, Axel Torres, Tanya Torres and Alex Torres on April 24, 2025. (Photo by Madison Vidales)

Littlefield Chamber honors local residents

News Staff
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
The Littlefield Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual banquet, “Growing Through the Years,” on April 24. The banquet awarded the Blakey Award recipient and the women, men, business and family of the year.

Shelter in the Storm

Gigi Mezzio Faithwriters.com
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Great sheets of pelting rain cover the glass. Windshield wipers are no match for the monstrous torrent of rain that floods the highway, forcing many drivers off the road in fear. It’s an early evening in July-monsoon season in Florida.

Lamb County experiences tornado, hailstorms April 25

News Staff
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
The National Weather Service reported hail and a tornado on April 25, prompting floods and strong winds in Lamb County.In Littlefield, the National Weather Service received reports of a cyclical tornado in the West-Northwest direction.
Olton Tennis team brings home overall District Championship

Olton Tennis team brings home overall District Championship

Olton Tennis team brings home overall District Championship

News Staff
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
The Olton Tennis team won the overall District Championship and the varsity girls were crowned district champs at the District Tennis Meet on Monday. They will be making their way to Regionals next weekend. 
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