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Friday morning top stories: Former Bailey County Judge killed in crash
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - On Daybreak Today,. Isaiah Montelongo found guilty of murdering girlfriend. A jury found Isaiah Montelongo guilty of killing Monica Rubio in March of 2022. He shot her inside his home and told police another man did it. Full story here: Isaiah Montelongo sentenced to life in...
Boil water notice issued for Whiteface
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - The City of Whiteface issued a boil water notice on Friday. City officials stated the boil notice was due to “failure to maintain adequate chlorine residuals.”. Residents in the area are asked to boil water used for consumption until the notice is lifted.
Extra Innings Team of the Week: Littlefield Wildcats
LITTLEFIELD, Texas (KCBD) - The Littlefield Wildcats are the Extra Innings Team of the Week after defeating No. 6 Bushland 7-4 in a one game playoff in the Area Round. Littlefield found themselves down 4-2 in the 6th before rallying with five runs in the frame to win the Area Title.
Hockley Co. man accused of murdering his ex-wife will not stand trial
HOCKLEY COUNTY, Texas (KCBD) - A Hockley County man accused of murdering his wife 30 years ago will not stand trial. The charges against Ricky Don Henderson were dropped just weeks before his trial was set to begin. In 2021, Henderson was indicted for the murder of his wife, 21-year-old Stephanie Meeks, who has been missing since 1993.
Baseball Game Preview: Morton Takes on Claude
The Morton Indians will take on the Claude Mustangs at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Both teams come into the game bolstered by wins in their previous matches. Morton is on a roll after a high-stakes playoff matchup on Friday. They came out on top against Crosbyton by a score of 9-5.
Cities pick mayors, Lynn County voters reject hospital bond proposal in weekend election
Numerous South Plains communities held municipal elections Saturday, with Levelland electing a new mayor, Plainview voters keeping their current mayor and Lynn County voters rejecting a bond proposal for their hospital district being among notable results. Here's a quick look at results from the weekend's elections. Buxkemper will be next Levelland mayor ...
Jake Henley busts out of slump for Idalou baseball to complete sweep of Denver City
LITTLEFIELD — Jack Henley needed something to go his way. Entering Friday's second game of the Region I-3A baseball area-round playoff series with Denver City, the Idalou third baseman was having a rough go of things at the plate. In the team's previous six games, Henley went hitless in three of them, going 4-for-19 in that span. ...
Noon Notebook: Community Action Month
LUBBOCK, Texas (NEWS RELEASE) - Event: Community Action Month/Cochran County Centennial Celebration. Date of Event: Community Action Month: All of May, Cochran Centennial: May, 11th. Time of Event: Centennial Celebration: 10 am-8 pm. Location of Event: (Name of Venue & Address): Cochran County Courthouse, 100 N Main St. Morton, TX.
Wallace Theater presents the 4th annual Pop Up Museum Event “Images of Valor” WWII
LUBBOCK, Texas— The Wallace Theater is proud to announce its 4th annual Pop Up Museum event, showcasing a captivating array of artifacts from local families and collectors. This year’s exhibit promises a poignant journey into the lives of the Greatest Generation, highlighting the stories of bravery, camaraderie, and sacrifice during World War II. This is a collaborative project that includes: Levelland Middle School Students, Levelland High School Students, South Plains College History Majors, Community members from Levelland and Hockley County, Humanities Texas and The Hockley County Historical Commission. This exhibit is open from May 7 through May 30. For more information, WallaceTheater.com, FaceBook: @theWallaceTheater, Instagram: @WallaceTheater or 806-523-8773.
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