Longhorns Battle in District Home Game on Friday
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorns are hosting the Crosbyton Chiefs on Friday in a district home game. The Longhorns (5-4,2-2) enter the game on Friday after falling to Hale Center 51-29. Crosbyton (3-6, 1-3) fell to
110th District Court Floyd County Grand Jury Indictments
(Editor’s Note: A Grand Jury indicted the following suspects on felony charges in Floyd County, Texas, on October 29, 2024. All individuals named below are considered not guilty unless deemed otherwise in a court of law.) FLOYDADA,
Floyd County Voters Turn Out to Select Sheriff
(EDITOR’S NOTE: Earlier versions of this story inadvertently listed Ruben Ramon as the write-in candidate for Sheriff, instead of Ruben DeLeon. We apologize for this oversight and have corrected this story.) FLOYDADA, TX – Incumbent Paul Raissez
Silver Plate Anniversary Celebrated Today by Radio Station
FLOYDADA, TX—”The number of radio operators who told us it would never work was crazy,” says Tony St. James of Paramount Broadcasting’s decision to create an All Farm radio format 23 years ago today. All Ag, All
Longhorns Battle for First Place in District on Friday
HALE CENTER, TX – The Lockney Longhorns will travel to battle the Hale Center Owls on Friday in a district matchup. The Longhorns (5-3,2-1) enter the game on Friday after beating Ralls last week 21-2. The Owls
Whirlwinds Travel for District Game on Friday in Post
POST, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds are on the road Friday night as they battle the Post Antelopes in district action. The Whirlwinds (2-6, 0-3) fell to Abernathy 67-0 last Friday. Post (8-0, 3-0) defeated New Home
First Baptist Church Hosts Annual Fall Festival Event
FLOYDADA, TX – Hundreds attended the Fall Festival event at First Baptist Church this week. Children in costumes arrive to play games and enjoy food prepared by Sunday School classes at the church. The annual event was
PAID CONTENT: Letter from Sheriff Paul Raissez
Pol. Adv. Paid by Paul Raissez for Floyd County Sheriff As the November general election fast approaches, I want to take a moment to express my gratitude to each and every one of you who has played
Friday is the Final Day for Early Voting
FLOYD COUNTY, TX – Early voting ends Friday, November 1, 2024. More than 200 federal and state offices and a host of elected offices in all 254 counties of Texas are up for election in 2024. The
Community Gathers to Show Love and Support to Local Family
FLOYDADA, TX – Members of the community made their way to the square in downtown Floydada on Thursday night to welcome home the Wells family. After some difficult news earlier this week, the community wanted to gather
Lockney Methodist Church Holds Harvest Festival on Saturday
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Methodist Church would like to invite you to their annual Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 26th from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for a homemade plate of turkey, dressing,
Whirlwinds Travel to Abernathy on Friday for District Matchup
ABERNATHY, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds are on the road Friday night as they battle the Abernathy Antelopes in district action. The Whirlwinds (2-5, 0-2) fell to New Home 40-7 last Friday. Abernathy (5-2, 2-0) beat New
Longhorns Look to Continue District Success Against Ralls on Friday
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorns are playing host to the Ralls Jackrabbits on Friday in a district matchup. The Longhorns (4-3,1-1) enter the game on Friday after beating Sudan last week 57-42. Ralls (2-5, 0-2) fell
Students and Educators Recognized During Recent FCISD Meeting
FLOYDADA, TX—At its recent meeting, the Floydada Collegiate ISD Board of Trustees recognized a handful of students. From A.B. Duncan Elementary, Alexi Cervera (4th) and Cutter Gourdon (4th). From Junior High and High School, Eduardo Alvarado (7th),
Early Voting Begins Monday Featuring Floyd County Sheriff
FLOYD COUNTY, TX – Early voting begins on Monday and closes on Friday, November 1, 2024. More than 200 federal and state offices and a host of elected offices in all 254 counties of Texas are up
Lockney’s Clinic and Hospital See Uptick in Visits
LOCKNEY, TX—The Lockney General Hospital Board met last month and learned that in most departments, hospital and clinic service volumes were higher in August than in the past three months. During the month, clinic providers handled 939
Volunteer Firefighters Respond to Seven Calls in September
FLOYDADA, TX—The Floydada Volunteer Fire Department reported seven runs during the month of September, including three vehicle accidents. One house fire was reported during the month, and a dumpster fire was handled. Despite the very dry conditions
Two Resignations Subject to FCISD School Board Approval
FLOYDADA, TX—The Floydada Collegiate ISD Board of Trustees is expected to approve two resignations and two new employees at tonight’s regular monthly meeting. Tania Pesina (HS Math) and Maria Martinez (HS Cafeteria) have submitted resignations, while Valeria
Greer Expected to Become Newest Council Member Tonight
FLOYDADA, TX – The city will get a new council member following tonight’s Floydada City Council meeting. Steve Lloyd, who has represented District 3 for many years, has submitted his resignation. The Council is expected to name
Caprock Hospital District Monthly Meeting on Tuesday Morning
FLOYDADA, TX – The Caprock Hospital District will meet in regular session this morning. The meeting is to be held at the E.M.S. Building begins at 7:00 am. Agenda Caprock Hospital District Board of Directors – Regular
Local Radio Personality Represents County on Music Row
NASHVILLE, TN – Rural Media Group is excited to announce the addition of Tony St. James as Market Specialist, effective Monday, August 5. After an extensive search, St. James will collaborate with Scott “The Cow Guy” Shellady
Longhorns Hosting Morton for Friday’s District Opener
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorns look to start their district campaign on Friday as they host the Morton Indians. Lockney (3-2) defeated Clarendon in their last game 29-20. Morton (1-4) fell to Slaton 34-14 in their
Whirlwinds on the Road For District Opener on Friday
OLTON, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds will open their district schedule on the road against the Olton Mustangs on Friday. The Whirlwinds (2-3) fell to Hale Center in their last game 42-20. The Mustangs (3-2) defeated Vega
110th District Court Floyd County Grand Jury Indictments
(Editor’s Note: A Grand Jury indicted the following suspects on felony charges in Floyd County, Texas, on September 26, 2024. All individuals named below are considered not guilty unless deemed otherwise in a court of law.) FLOYDADA,
Students and Community Raise $20k for Coach’s Transplant
FLOYDADA, TX – In most situations, teachers and staff assist students in learning. However, at Floydada Collegiate High School, students are helping a teacher. Coach Brandon Wickware is dealing with kidney failure, and last week, students in
Author Matthew Day Holds Book Signing and Sale in Lubbock
LUBBOCK, TX – Author Matthew Day will have a book signing in Lubbock on Tuesday, October 15th to promote his collection of writings. The event will take place at 2nd and Charles (62/82 and Milwaukee Avenue in
Whirlwinds Claim District Title at Cross Country Meet on Monday
LUBBOCK, TX – The 2024 Floydada Whirlwinds and Lady Winds Cross Country teams traveled to compete at the District Cross Country Meet that took place on Monday. District Cross Country Results Varsity Boys – First Place Team
Floyd County 4-H Represents Big in Waco
WACO, TX – The Floyd County Livestock Judging team competed on Sunday in Waco at the 2024 “Heart o’ Texas” Livestock Show. Floyd County Junior Team – Parker, Braxton, and Brighton 2nd Place Team Swine 7th High
Floyd County 4-H Competes in Waco on Sunday
WACO, TX – A Floyd County 4-H team is competing at the Waco at the Heart of Texas Fair. The team features Stetson Nutt, Braxton Cole, Parker Kellison, Brighton Reese, Cadence Yeary and Pasilee Nutt. The group
Floyd County Community Celebrates Grand Opening of Texas Plains Federal
FLOYDADA, TX – Texas Plains Federal opened their doors to their newly renovated building in Floydada. The grand opening event took place on Friday, with games, food, music, and giveaways available to the members of the community.