It’s science: Why a pumpkin is actually a fruit

Every fall, pumpkins steal the spotlight with multiple purposes: as decorations, for soups and in pies. But here’s a fun fact backed by science: this seasonal favorite is actually a fruit.Joe Masabni, Ph. D.

Evapotranspiration

Water management is always at the heart of successful crop production in the Texas High Plains. With limited rainfall, declining groundwater levels, and high summer temperatures, every drop of water counts.

Water is Life: Why Proposition 4 Deserves Your Attention

Voting is underway on 17 Texas Constitutional Amendments and Proposition 4 deserves your attention, because there is no greater need in Texas right now than building out our water infrastructure and supply.

Commissioners to meet Monday

A meeting of the Lamb County Commissioners’ Court will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, October 27, 2025, in the Lamb County Courthouse, where a 10—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.

Wayland launches fast-track certification pathways for future teachers

PLAINVIEW —Wayland Baptist University’s Don A. Williams School of Education is opening new doors for individuals who want to enter the teaching profession through innovative fast-track pathways.

Lfd. High School to Honor Veterans

Littlefield High School will be honoring Veterans of Lamb County on Tuesday, November 11th.If you have served our country, we would love to have you in attendance to honor you.Please contact Charissa Golden at Littlefield High School at (806) 385-5683 or by email at crgolden@lfdisd.org.

Tips to plant wildflowers this fall for a beautiful spring

If you want a yard filled with bluebonnets, coreopsis, sunflowers and other Texas wildflowers next spring, fall is the perfect time to plant seeds.Michael Arnold, Ph.D.

Lfd. Board of Trustees holds regular meeting Mon.

The Littlefield Independent School District’s Board of Trustees met in Regular Session on Monday, October 20th in the Board Room of the Jerry Blakely Administration Building.The meeting was called to order by Board President Reese Rogers.

Bingo Night Fundraiser set for Tues.

There is a Bingo Night fundraiser for the Lamb County Senior Center that is being held every fourth Tuesday at 211 Phelps Ave. in Littlefield.There is a $20 suggested donation. Bring a friend, 100-percent of your donation goes to the Senior Center’s Operation.