2nd Annual Floyd County Last Summer Bash Pickleball Tournament Set for Saturday
FLOYDADA, TX – The excitement is building as the 2nd Annual Floyd County Last Summer Bash Pickleball Tournament, hosted by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office, serves up fun this Saturday, August 16, at the Friends of
Daily Ag News Friday 08/15/2025
Brazil Challenges U.S. Tariffs at WTO, Echoes Cotton Dispute GENEVA, SWITZERLAND – Brazil has asked the World Trade Organization for consultations over new U.S. tariffs — 10% on all Brazilian products and an additional 40% on certain
Fans Invited to Meet the Lockney Longhorns Thursday
LOCKNEY, TX – The 2025 football season is almost here, and excitement is building in Lockney as the community prepares to rally behind the Lockney Longhorns. Fans will have their first chance to cheer on this year’s
Daily Ag News Thursday 08/14/2025
Record Corn Crop Headlines August WASDE Report NASHVILLE, TN – USDA’s August World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report delivered a shock to grain markets Tuesday, projecting a record U.S. corn crop of 16.7 billion bushels
New School Year Starts Wednesday for Floydada ISD
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Independent School District will begin the 2025–2026 school year on Wednesday, August 13. The final day of instruction is scheduled for Friday, May 29, 2026. The academic calendar outlines key dates, including
Lockney ISD Students Head Back to School on August 12
LOCKNEY, TX – Students across Lockney Independent School District will be returning to the classroom on Tuesday, August 12, marking the beginning of the 2025-2026 academic year. The district will once again follow its four-day school week
Lockney ISD Opens Doors for Community Prayer This Sunday
LOCKNEY, TX – This Sunday, August 10, the Lockney I.S.D. campuses will open their doors to the community for a special time of prayer and reflection. Beginning at 12:30 p.m., community members are invited to walk through
Daily Ag News for Wednesday August 6, 2025
Grain Transportation Sees Mixed Movement Across All Modes NASHVILLE, TN – Grain movement saw varied performance across transportation modes for the week ending July 26. U.S. Class I railroads originated 25,155 grain carloads, down 9% from the
New Business Opens on Main Street: Drink Stop Brings Custom Drinks to Floydada
FLOYDADA, TX — A refreshing new addition has arrived in downtown Floydada. Drink Stop on Main officially opened its doors on August 4th, offering a wide variety of customizable beverages in a welcoming, modern space. Located at
Lockney Elementary Set to Host Meet the Teacher Night on August 7
LOCKNEY, TX – Lockney Elementary School is excited to welcome students and families back to campus for its annual Meet the Teacher event, scheduled for Thursday, August 7, 2025. The event will take place from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.
Daily Ag News for Tuesday August 5, 2025
Grains Council Expands Name To Reflect BioProducts Role GRAND RAPIDS, MI – The U.S. Grains Council has officially adopted a new name—the U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council—following a membership vote during its 65th Annual Board of Delegates
Floydada School Board to Discuss Budget, Policies
FLOYDADA, TX — The Floydada Collegiate ISD school board will meet in regular session tonight to review several policy updates and discuss financial matters for the upcoming school year. Trustees are expected to consider board policy changes,
Daily Ag News for Monday August 4, 2025
USDA Reports June Farm Prices Mixed From May NASHVILLE, TN – USDA’s latest Agricultural Prices report showed mixed market trends for June. The Prices Received Index dropped 1.2 percent from May to 138.5 but remains 9.2 percent
City of Lockney Pool Wraps Up a Splashing Summer Season
LOCKNEY, TX – The City of Lockney Pool was officially closed for the summer on Saturday, July 26th, signaling the end of another successful season. As the new school year approaches, the pool’s dedicated staff are preparing
Floydada Council Awards HOT Funds, Repeals Ordinance
FLOYDADA, TX — The Floydada City Council approved multiple agenda items during its regular meeting on Tuesday, July 29. Councilmembers unanimously awarded HOT funds to both the Floydada Whirlwinds Booster Club and the Youth Iron-Man Football League.
Daily Ag News for Friday August 1, 2025
South Korea Deal Brings New Market Access for Agriculture WASHINGTON, DC – President Trump announced a “full and complete” trade deal with South Korea on July 30, which cuts threatened 25% tariffs to 15% in exchange for
Lockney ISD Board of Trustees Holds July Regular Meeting
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney ISD Board of Trustees held its regular meeting on July 29, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. The session took place in accordance with Government Code 551 and the Americans with Disabilities Act, ensuring
Daily Ag News Thursday July 31, 2025
China Trade Talks Continue, Agriculture Still A Priority WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. and Chinese officials met in Stockholm last week to discuss extending the tariff pause set to expire August 12. According to the Wall Street Journal
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Hearing Highlights Ag Impact Of OBBB Tax Bill SIMI VALLEY, CA -A recent congressional field hearing in California spotlighted how “The One, Big, Beautiful Bill” (OBBB) could deliver meaningful support to U.S. agriculture. Held July 26 at
Abby Sanders Named New Head Coach of Floydada Lady Winds Basketball Program
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds will have a new leader on the sidelines this season as Abby Sanders, a Floydada native, has been named the new head coach. Sanders steps into the role following the
Miss Floyd County Pageant Returns After Nearly 20 Years
By Jeremias Puente | Special to The Floyd County Record FLOYDADA, TX — After an absence of nearly two decades, the Miss Floyd County Pageant made its long-awaited return on July 26, hosted at the Floydada High
Lockney ISD Prepares for New Student Device Policy Following Passage of House Bill 1481
LOCKNEY, TX – Lockney ISD is gearing up for a significant policy shift in response to Texas House Bill 1481, which goes into effect for the 2025–2026 school year. The legislation, recently signed into law by Governor
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US–EU Trade Deal Sets Fifteen Percent Tariff TURNBERRY, SCOTLAND – The United States and European Union have reached a framework trade agreement that avoids a major tariff escalation and opens new opportunities for U.S. agricultural exports. Under
Floyd County Crime Report
(Editor’s Note: All individuals named below are considered not guilty unless deemed otherwise in a court of law.) FLOYDADA, TX – The following is a recent Crime Report from the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office. On May 1st,
Lockney Longhorn Band Kicks Off 2025 Season with Summer Band Training and New Upgrades
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorn Band is officially kicking off its 2025 marching season with the start of required Summer Band beginning Monday, July 28. Rehearsals will run from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. each day,
City Council Weighs HOT Funds, Parking Change
FLOYDADA, TX — The Floydada City Council will meet Tuesday, July 29, at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall. Council members will consider HOT fund requests from the Whirlwinds Booster Club and Youth Iron-Man Football League. Other items
Giving Every Kid a Chance to Play—New Program Makes It Possible
FLOYDADA, TX – Dr. Gilbert Trevino, Superintendent of Floydada ISD, has personally launched an inspiring new initiative aimed at helping local families overcome financial barriers to youth sports participation. The program, called PLAY (Parent League Aid for
Floydada Businesses Thrive: Discover What’s Open and Available in the Pumpkin Capital
FLOYDADA, TX – Over the past several years, Floydada has been blessed with a growing number of small businesses—both new and long-standing—that serve as the backbone of our community. As our town continues to grow and welcome
Floyd County Sheriff’s Office Joins “Be Safe, Drive Smart” Campaign
FLOYD COUNTY, TX – The Floyd County Sheriff’s Office is proud to participate in the upcoming “Be Safe, Drive Smart” campaign, part of Operation Slow Down, running from July 18 to August 3, 2025. This statewide initiative
Mandatory Meeting Scheduled for All Incoming Lady Horns Athletes
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns coaching staff has scheduled a mandatory athletics meeting for all junior high and high school girls who plan to participate in athletics during the upcoming school year. The meeting will