Lady Winds Look to Continue Momentum Against Plains
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds will play the Plains Cowgirls in a non-district game on Friday in Floydada at 6:15 p.m. The Lady Winds (1-3) were victorious in their previous game against O’Donnell 44-36. The
Whirlwinds Battle Eagles on Tuesday in Non-District Game
LUBBOCK, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds basketball team is tipping-off on Tuesday in Lubbock against the Roosevelt Eagles at 6:30 p.m. The Whirlwinds (0-1) fell in their season opener to Lorenzo 65-48. The Eagles (1-0) defeated Lazbuddie
Play in the Park Scheduled for November 22 in Lockney and Floydada
FLOYD COUNTY, TX – Families across Floyd County are invited to a day of free fun and community connection as Texas A&M AgriLife and the Texas A&M School of Medicine Rural Medicine Program host the upcoming Play
Eight Recognized During Floydada School Board Meeting
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Collegiate ISD Board of Trustees recognized multiple students and staff during their recent board meeting on Monday evening. Students of the Month were honored from both A.B. Duncan Elementary and the Collegiate
FBC Floydada Serving as Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Drop-Off Location
FLOYDADA, TX – First Baptist Church Floydada is once again partnering with Operation Christmas Child, serving as an official local drop-off location for anyone wishing to donate shoebox gifts this holiday season. Community members are invited to
Floydada Council to Review Audit, Hire Manager
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada City Council is set to meet Tuesday evening to consider a full agenda that includes annual audits, funding requests, and personnel decisions. The regular meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall.
Floyd County Sheriff’s Office Receives Sponsorship Through 2025 Chevy First Responder Program
PLAINVIEW, TX – The Floyd County Sheriff’s Office has been selected to participate in the nationwide 2025 Chevy First Responder Program, a recognition that highlights local agencies making an impact in their communities. Thanks to the sponsorship
WBU Hosts Thanksgiving Lunch for Community
PLAINVIEW, TX – Wayland Baptist University is inviting the Plainview community to join students, faculty, and staff for the university’s annual Thanksgiving lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 18, in the cafeteria located
Floydada Cheerleaders Earn All-American Honors, Headed to Disney
FLOYDADA, TX — Two Floydada Junior High cheerleaders are preparing for the trip of a lifetime after earning a spot on the prestigious UCA All-American Cheer Team. Yadirah Briones, an 8th grader, and Jaylee Garcia, a 7th
Floydada TAFE Students Shine at Area Competition, 14 Qualify for State
FLOYDADA, TX — The Floydada chapter of the Texas Association of Future Educators (TAFE) continues to make its mark as 14 students have officially qualified for the 2025 TAFE State Competition after an impressive showing at the
Whirlwind Basketball Tips-Off Friday in Floydada
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds basketball team will battle the Lorenzo Hornets on Friday at 6:00 p.m. The Whirlwinds finished last season 23-12 overall and 10-2 in district, finishing second in the district standings. Lorenzo finished
Longhorns Set for Playoff Send-Off Thursday Afternoon
LOCKNEY, TX – The community is gearing up to show its Longhorn pride as the football team prepares to hit the road for their playoff matchup against Gruver. On Thursday at 2:30 p.m., the Longhorns will depart
Lockney Senior Continues “Freedom Bags” Tradition to Honor Local Veterans
LOCKNEY, TX – Lockney High School senior Kara Sanchez has once again shown her dedication to honoring local veterans through her heartfelt project, Freedom Bags. Now in its second year, Kara’s initiative aims to give back to
Floydada ISD To Review Financial Integrity, Staffing
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada ISD Board of Trustees will meet Tuesday evening to cover several key items, including a public hearing on the district’s financial rating from the state and efforts to address staffing challenges. The
Lockney Senior Raises Funds for Local Animal Shelter
LOCKNEY, TX – Lockney High School senior Noah Gonzales recently demonstrated both leadership and compassion through a community project that made a real difference for local animals in need. As a member of the National Honor Society
Lockney Community Invited to Annual Thanksgiving Service
LOCKNEY, TX – As Thanksgiving approaches, the Lockney community is invited to come together in gratitude and fellowship at the Annual Community Thanksgiving Service, scheduled for Sunday, November 16, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. This cherished tradition brings
FCISD Students Honor Local Heroes at Veterans Day Assembly
FLOYDADA, TX — Students at Floydada Collegiate High School came together on Tuesday morning to host a heartfelt Veterans Day Assembly, paying tribute to the men and women who have served and continue to serve in the
Floydada Firefighters Respond to Eight October Calls
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Volunteer Fire Department responded to eight calls during the month of October, including several vehicle and equipment fires across Floyd and neighboring counties. Firefighters were first dispatched twice on October 1, handling
Hospital Board Approves Tax Counsel, Reviews Strong Clinic Volumes
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney General Hospital District board approved several measures during its October 29 meeting, including a legal agreement to prepare for a tax abatement request related to a nearby wind repower project. CEO Vince
FCISD TAFE Tidbit
FLOYDADA, TX – This column is written by students and teacher leaders from TAFE (Texas Association of Future Educators). It’s competition week, which means the Floydada TAFE (Texas Association of Future Educators) chapter is feeling a little
Commissioners Approve Budget Reviews, Equipment Leases, Coloring Prizes
FLOYDADA, TX – Floyd County Commissioners met Monday with a full agenda, approving a series of actions tied to budgets, energy development, contracts, and election responsibilities. The court unanimously approved minutes from two previous meetings and processed
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 & Floydada Police
Lockney Longhorns Head to Playoffs – Face Gruver on Thursday Night
AMARILLO, TX – Excitement is building in Lockney as the Lockney Longhorns prepare to kick off their playoff run this week. The Longhorns will face the Gruver Greyhounds on Thursday, November 13, at 7:00 p.m. The game
Ladies’ Holiday Painting Party Offers Relaxation and Fun Before the Busy Season
FLOYD COUNTY, TX – The holiday season can be full of joy—but it can also bring stress and endless to-do lists. To help local women take a little time for themselves before the holidays begin, the Ladies’
DAILY AG NEWS for 11/10/2025
DDG Prices Move With Shifts In Feed Markets NASHVILLE, TN – Distillers dried grains remain a key livestock feed ingredient, and their value continues to move closely with corn and soybean meal, according to Dr. Michael Langemeier
“All Ag, All Day” Turns 24: From Cotton Country to Coast-To-Coast
FLOYDADA, TX – On November 5, 2001, a small AM signal out of Floydada, Texas, flipped the switch on a simple, audacious idea: make a radio station that talked agriculture all the time—and meant it. No jukebox,
Whirlwinds Travel to New Deal for Final District Game
NEW DEAL , TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds will finish their 2025 district campaign on Friday against the New Deal Lions. The Whirlwinds (0-9, 0-4) fell to Post last Friday 62-0. The Lions (5-3-1, 3-1) was defeated
Longhorns Football in Action on Friday in Crosbyton
CROSBYTON, TX – The Lockney Longhorns will travel to Crosbyton to battle the Chieftains on Friday in a district game. The Longhorns (4-5, 2-2) fell to Hale Center 30-8 last Friday. Crosbyton (2-7, 1-3) were victorious against
Lockney Longhorn Band Earns Fourth at State Contest
SAN ANTONIO, TX – The Lockney Longhorn Band has made their community proud once again with a strong showing at the 2025 UIL State Marching Band Competition, held in San Antonio this week. The band performed in
Halloween Holiday Costs Outpace Core Inflation for Americans
NASHVILLE, TN – Pumpkins, candy, and décor are climbing in cost this October, and despite income gains, purchasing power remains flat for many. According to an InvestorsObserver report analyzing 2000–2025 data, wholesale pumpkin prices increased 67% since