Fly Control Sends Agriculture Back to EPA Doorstep
WASHINGTON, DC – With assurances from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that there would be an open-door policy for agriculture in the Biden Administration, ag groups are finding the need to do so on a regular basis.
FSA Authorizes Final Payment Under 2019, 2020 WHIP+
WASHINGTON, DC – Earlier this week, USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) notified State and County FSA Offices that the third round of payments to producers eligible under the 2019 and 2020 WHIP+ program had been authorized. The
Lady Horns pull off fourth quarter rally to stay unbeaten
LAMB COUNTY — Being on the road did not stop the Lockney Lady Longhorns from making a dramatic fourth quarter rally of 22-8 to knock off the Springlake-Earth Wolverines 55-47 in girls basketball on Tuesday. Lockney (2-0)
Eli Rey on Live From The Backroom
Eli Rey comes by his musical roots honestly. Born into a family of musicians, Eli was playing guitar with his dad and brothers by the age of 11. Nearly 20 years later he’s still going strong.
With no public comment, county adopts redistricting plan
FLOYDADA — No members of the public showed up to a public hearing on Tuesday afternoon to address County Commissioners about Floyd County’s proposed redistricting plan following the 2020 Census. The Floyd County Commissioners Court adopted the
Floyd County 4-H’ers place in District Food Challenge
LEVELLAND — Five teams from Floyd County participated in the District 2 4-H Food Challenge at the Mallet Event Center on Monday, with two placing in the top three in one of their categories. The Floyd County
Lady Winds grab first basketball win of the season
CROSBYTON — The entire team contributed to the Floydada Lady Winds’ win over the Crosbyton Chiefettes 50-36 with eight players getting in on the scoring act on Tuesday. Senior Erin Trevino and freshman Katelyn Ramirez each drained
Section 179 Agricultural Equipment Deductions See Limit Increase
LUBBOCK, TX – Should an additional equipment purchase be considered before the end of the year? Tax specialists say that each filer will have a different answer. However, an increase in the deduction limit under Section 179
Tackling Livestock Methane Emissions, U.S. Groups Form Partnership
GLASGOW, SCOTLAND – Livestock producers, especially cattlemen, have been in the bullseye of the environmental community for methane emissions that escalate the climate crisis. Though usually overstated, the cattle industry was charged with less than 1 percent
Texas Cotton Crop 75 Percent Larger Than 2020
LUBBOCK, TX – USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) released their November Crop Production Report on Tuesday, with an upland cotton production forecast of 17.9 million bales nationally, up 27 percent from last year. In addition, NASS
Floydada Lions collect, donate more than 100 pairs of glasses
FLOYDADA — More than 100 pairs of eyeglasses will get a second chance at life, thanks to the Floydada Lions Club. The club presented 112 pairs to Lions District 2-T2 Governor Ron Miller during their regular meeting
Floydada, Lockney start girls hoops season with home games Saturday
FLOYD COUNTY — The Floydada Lady Winds and Lockney Lady Longhorns made their 2021-22 basketball season debuts with home games on Saturday. Lockney launched nine 3s as a team, lead by Gabriella Cervantes with six 3s individually,
Local schools to honor veterans on Thursday
FLOYD COUNTY — Veterans day is this week on Thursday, and a few ceremonies to celebrate those who have fought for our country are taking place in Floydada and Lockney that day. In Lockney, the day will
Misty Minnitt (Floydada)
Misty Michelle Minnitt, age 46, passed away, Monday, October 25, 2021. Chapel service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, November 6, 2021, at the Moore-Rose Funeral Home Chapel in Floydada. Interment will follow at the Floydada
Livestock Haulers Score Big Victory in Infrastructure Bill
WASHINGTON, DC – Livestock haulers scored a victory on Friday when the House passed the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. The legislation makes a historic investment to rebuild America’s roads, bridges, and rails, ensure every American has
House Passes Infrastructure Bill as Republicans Join AOC
WASHINGTON, DC – The House passed the $1.2 Trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act on Friday by a final vote of 228-206 and had to rely on votes from 12 Republican members to get the bill across
Where Will the U.S. Find Tomorrow’s Work Force?
WASHINGTON, DC – The labor force is expected to increase by 8.9 million people, or 5.5 percent, by the year 2030, but don’t expect the gains to come from the next generation of potential workers. According to
ON THE RECORD: All Ag, All Day celebrates 20 years
FLOYDADA — All Ag, All Day (KFLP 900 AM) recently celebrated 20 years of broadcasting farm news 24/7 to producers across the South Plains. In this episode of On The Record, Alex Driggars caught up with All
Commissioners appoint members to Sexual Assault Response Team
FLOYDADA — The Floyd County Commissioners Court approved the composition of and appointed a number of members to the new 110th Judicial District Adult Sexual Assault Response Team during their regular meeting on Monday morning. The purpose
Longhorns fall in regular season finale, will be No. 3 seed in playoffs
RALLS — Lockney’s injury situation came at a very unfortunate time in the stretch run of 5-2A-II race with the Roscoe Plowboys and Ralls Jackrabbits in the last two games. The Longhorns (7-3, 2-2) lost their regular
Whirlwinds make playoffs with exciting comeback win over Hale Center
FLOYDADA — The Floydada Whirlwinds have flipped the script and are headed to the playoffs after a thrilling 35-34 regular season finale victory over the Hale Center Owls at Charles Tyer Stadium Friday night. Early in the
Dolores Cannon (Floydada)
Dolores (Smalley) Cannon, age 92 of Floydada, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2021, in Floydada, Texas. Funeral Services will be held at 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, November 9, 2021, at the First Baptist Church in Floydada. Burial
More Trade Deals Needed to Maintain Protein Exports
DENVER, CO – As beef exports continue to approach all-time records in both volume and value this year, it reveals a two-decade-long trend whereby U.S. animal protein exports, together, have tripled in value to nearly $21 billion
Gonzales and Sanchez heading to State for FCHS
LUBBOCK, TX – Two aspiring future teachers from Floydada Collegiate High School are advancing to the state competition for the Texas Association of Future Educators (TAFE). Senior Kailee Sanchez qualified for a trip to the state competition
Santos V. Hernandez (Lockney)
Santos Hernandez, age 88, passed away on Thursday, November 4, 2021. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 2:00 p.m., Monday, November 8, 2021, at San Jose Catholic Church in Lockney. Interment will follow at the Lockney
Whirlwinds Bi-District matchup set
The Floydada Whirlwinds will face off against the Panhandle Panthers in their 2A Division 1 Bi-District playoff match Friday night at 7:00 p.m. in Tulia. The game will take place at Younger Field, located at at 300
After This Weekend, No Saving of Time Needed
Though most clocks today will automatically do this for you. it might be a good idea to check Sunday morning before leaving for church that you arrive on time. Daylight Saving Time (DST) officially ends for 2021
Longhorns to face Seymour in playoffs
The Lockney Longhorns will face off against the Seymour Panthers in the 2A division 2 playoffs Thursday night in Tuscola. Kickoff is set for 7:00 p.m. at Jim Ned High School’s Indian Stadium at Tuner Drive in
Smith Claims Top 10 Finish in World Championships
LUBBOCK, TX – The Texas Tech Ranch Horse Team claimed a World Championship last weekend, with 12 team members placing in the Top 10. Ethan Smith, a 2019 graduate of Floydada High School, placed 10th in the
Paramount Broadcasting named Floydada Business of the Month
FLOYDADA — Paramount Broadcasting Corp. has been named the Business of the Month for November by the Floydada Chamber of Commerce. Since 1996, Paramount Broadcasting has owned and operated KFLP Radio, which is celebrating its 70th anniversary