Texas celebrates annual Independence Day on March 2

March 2, 1836, marks Texas’ formal declaration of independence from Mexico. The Texas Declaration of Independence was signed by 59 delegates at Washington-on-the-Brazos, now commonly known as the birthplace of Texas.

Lfd. City Council approves Golf Cart Ordinance

The governing body of the City if Littlefield met at 6 p.m. on February 24th at the City Council Chambers, located at 525 Phelps Avenue, for the purpose of considering all matters and related incidents to the City of Littlefield.” The meeting was called to order at 6 p.m.

Commissioners hold regular meeting Monday

The Commissioners Court of Lamb County met in regular session on Monday, Feb. 23rd to discuss a seven-item agenda.The meeting was called to order at 10:01 a.m. by Lamb County Judge James DeLoach. There was nobody present for the public comment portion of the meeting.

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Littlefield High School’s Mr. Ray Vargas took his fourth and fifth period classes on a trip to Pan-Tex on Feb. 19. They learned about all different kinds of wood from around the world. (Submitted Photo)

Anton suspect arrested after Valentine’s shooting, residents seek answers

Shattered glass and a bullet- riddled door served as reminders of the events of Feb. 14, 2026, that resulted in one person being arrested in Anton, Texas.

LCRSPA will hold its monthly meeting March 3

The March meeting of the Lamb County Retired School Personnel Association will be held on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 in the Fellowship Hall of the Littlefield Methodist Church at 10 a.m. All retired school personnel and those anticipating retirement are welcome to attend.

Spring Revival to be held at Irvin Street Baptist Church

Irvin Street First Baptist Church will hold its Annual Spring Revival on March 18 through March 20, 2026. The services will be held nightly at 7 pm.

Texas dairy producers offset lower milk prices with higher calf prices; Crop and Weather Report

Dairy producers are facing a decline in milk prices but beef prices are up and providing added revenue to help them weather the storm, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service dairy specialists.

PCCA reports on cotton market

According to the Plains Cotton Cooperative Association (PCCA), February has started off busy for the cotton market, with the crop insurance price discovery period for much of the Southwest beginning on Feb. 1.

Texas cool-season vegetable growers navigate weather, market challenges

Harvests continue for South Texas vegetable growers as irrigation shortages and persistent drought impact cool-season crop production, said Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts.