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Abbott Tours South Plains College, Highlights Jobs Council

PUBLISHED Apr 13, 2026, 4:58 PM ET

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Levelland, Texas. Governor Greg Abbott will tour the Automotive Technology and Welding Facility at South Plains College on Tuesday, April 14, and deliver remarks on the creation of the Texas Jobs Council and the state's investments in career and technical education; the visit is scheduled to begin at 2 p.m. with media setup at 1:30 p.m. The governor will be joined by Teamsters Local 988 President Robert Mele, SPC President Robin Satterwhite, and Texas Association of Community Colleges President and CEO Ray Martinez III; the tour will be available for b-roll followed by remarks, signaling state and local coordination on workforce-training initiatives and public messaging around technical education this week.

By Najma A. | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Announcement published that Gov. Abbott will visit South Plains College to discuss the Texas Jobs Council.
Media setup scheduled for 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 14 at the Automotive Technology and Welding Facility.
Tour to begin at 2:00 p.m. at 1401 College Avenue, Levelland.
Tour available for b-roll, followed by the governor's remarks.
Named participants include Teamsters Local 988 President Robert Mele, SPC President Robin Satterwhite, and TACCTE CEO Ray Martinez III.

News Intelligence

Governor Abbott's visit to South Plains College highlights the state's focus on career and technical education. If you're considering a career change or looking for job security, these programs could be a viable option. Check out local community colleges for similar opportunities.

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Who Benefited

South Plains College, local vocational students and employers benefited from the visit through increased attention to state investments and potential partnerships tied to the Texas Jobs Council.