2024 Farm Bill One Step Closer to Reality
WASHINGTON, DC—The House Agriculture Committee passed its version of the 2024 Farm Bill late Thursday night after more than 12 hours of spirited debate. The measure awaits a date for consideration by the full House of Representatives.
Holcombe Adds Oscar Strahan Award to His Collection
CANYON, TX – Luke Holcombe, a former Floydada Whirlwind graduate, is throwing shot put, hammer throw, and discus at West Texas A&M University and was awarded with the Oscar Strahan Award as a result of his performance
Local Student Represents Texas in Congress of Future Medical Leaders
FLOYDADA, TX — Mia Snowden, a Senior at Floydada Collegiate High School of Floydada is a Delegate to the Congress of Future Medical Leaders to be held June 26 – June 28, 2024, just outside Boston, on
Jerry Finley (Floydada)
Jerry Wayne Finley, 85, passed away on Monday, May 20, 2024. The memorial service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, May 23, 2024, at First Baptist Church in Floydada. The viewing will be at Moore Rose
Local Authorities Investigating Homicide in Death of 8-Month-Old
LOCKNEY, TX – Floyd County authorities are investigating a Sunday night homicide involving an 8-month-old female from Floydada. A sheriff’s report states that the child was taken by private vehicle to the W.J. Mangold Memorial emergency room,
Lady Winds Fall in Close Battle Against Anson
LAMESA, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds were in action on Friday as they were matched up against the Anson Lady Tigers in the Regional Semifinals. In game one, the Lady Winds would strike first in the
More Than $100,000 in Scholarships Awarded to Graduates
FLOYDADA, TX – Family and friends gathered Thursday evening to celebrate 42 students’ twelve-year journey as they received their diplomas from Floydada Collegiate High School. The ceremony featured speeches from Sierra Snowden, the class valedictorian (with a
Garza Earns College Degree Before High School Diploma
FLOYDADA, TX – When Janeisi Garza walks across the stage to accept her high school diploma tonight, she will be well-versed in the routine Just last weekend, Garza walked the stage at South Plains College (SPC), receiving
Floydada School Board Accepts Four Resignations on Tuesday
FLOYDADA, TX – Floydada Collegiate ISD will say goodbye to four employees after last night’s board meeting. Dixie Everett (3rd Grade Reading), Hannah Morales (6th Grade Math), Detra Njenga (4th Grade Reading/Language Arts), and Joann Rangel (Secondary
Local Post Office Participates in Largest Food Drive
FLOYDADA, TX – Saturday marked the 32nd anniversary of the U.S. Postal Service’s Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive. Floydada Postmaster Esmeralda Aguirre was excited about the donations, which will stay locally. “I would like to thank my
Newly Elected Council Members Taking Oath of Office
FLOYDADA, TX – Recently elected members of the Floydada City Council will be sworn in tonight after current members canvass returns and declare results of the May 4, 2024 General Election. According to Interim City Secretary Reuben
Lady Winds Continue Playoff Run Against Anson on Friday
LAMESA, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds will look to go further than any other Floydada softball team as they begin their series against the Anson Lady Tigers in the regional semifinal. All games will take place
Lady Winds Victorious in Quarterfinal Series Against Colorado City
WOLFFORTH, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds continued their playoff matchup against Colorado City in the regional quarterfinals on Saturday. The Lady Winds were victorious in game one on Thursday, winning 4-3. In game two, the Lady
The Scoop Reopens for Fifth Season of Treats
FLOYDADA, TX – Five years ago, amid the coronavirus closings, Kiana Brown and Kylie Ricketts returned home as college campuses closed. Deciding that they wanted to avoid staying sheltered inside, and with few job opportunities available, the
Floyd County Commissioners Monthly Meeting Begins This Morning
FLOYDADA, TX – Floyd County Commissioners have a full agenda when they meet this morning at 8:00 am. In addition to routine items, the Court will discuss and possibly take action on a new roof for the
Neomi Machado (Floydada)
Neomi Machado, 55, passed away peacefully in her home and into the loving arms of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on May 10, 2024, in the comfort of her home in Floydada, TX. Mass of Christian
Lady Winds Win Game One With Ninth Inning Walk-Off
WOLFFORTH, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds were in action for game one of the regional quarter final on Thursday against Colorado City. The Lady Wolves would score first in the top of the third inning to
Class Favorites and Mr. and Miss FHS Announced
FLOYDADA, TX – The FCISD class favorites as well as Mr. and Miss FHS were announced on Tuesday. Freshman Class Favorites – Madison Pyle and Martin Ramirez Sophomore Class Favorites – Miley Morales and Saul Castillo Junior
Lady Winds Enter Third Round Against Colorado City
WOLFFORTH, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds will continue their playoff campaign on Tuesday as they enter a three game series against the Colorado City Lady Wolves in the 2A Regional Quarterfinal. The Lady Winds defeated Seymoure
Lass and Alvarado Elected to Lockney School Board
FLOYD COUNTY, TX – Voters from Lockney and Floydada turned out to elect members to their respective city councils, while two seats were filled for Lockney ISD on Saturday. Mike Lass defeated Justin Wright for an At-Large
Lockney Volunteer Fire Department Fundraiser
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Volunteer Fire Department’s annual brisket sandwich fundraiser is scheduled for Sunday, May 5, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Supporters can pick up their meals by the Fire Hall at 211 E
Longhorns First Round Battle Against Leopards on Thursday
LUBBOCK, TX – The Lockney Longhorns were in postseason action against the New Home Leopards on Thursday in the 2A Bi-district round of the playoffs. In game one, the Leopards would score first in the bottom of
Lady Winds Advance After Big Playoff Win
BIG SPRING, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds battled the Seymour Landy Panthers in the 2A Area round of the playoffs on Thursday. The one game playoff series was held in Big Spring. The Lady Winds began
Old Fashioned Grocery Hosts Vendor Event
LOCKNEY, TX – Old Fashioned Grocery, 210 N Main, will host the 1st Saturday Parking Lot Event on May 4 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Vendor booth rental is available for $20 by calling 806-652-9090. Food,
Longhorns Begin Playoff Run Against New Home
LUBBOCK, TX – The Lockney Longhorns will look to begin their playoff run against the New Home Leopards on Thursday. Game one between the two teams will begin with first pitch at 5:00 p.m., with game two
Lady Winds Look to Continue Playoff Success
BIG SPRINGS, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds will face the Seymour Lady Panthers in the second round of the 2024 playoffs. The Lady Winds were victorious in their previous series against Tahoka. The Lady Panthers defeated
Indictments Handed Down by Floyd County Grand Jury
FLOYDADA, TX – In April, a Grand Jury in the 110th District Court returned indictments for the following suspects on felony charges in Floyd County. All individuals named below are considered not guilty unless deemed otherwise in
Lady Winds Fight Back to Win First Round Series
LUBBOCK, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds battled against the Tahoka Lady Bulldogs in the first round of the bi-district playoffs in Lubbock on Saturday. The Lady Winds fell to Tahoka in game one on Thursday, 16-5.
Longhorns to Close out District Season on Friday in New Deal
NEW DEAL, TX – The Lockney Longhorns will close out their district season against the New Deal Lions on Friday. The Longhorns fell to New Deal 10-3 on Tuesday. First pitch for Friday’s game will be at
Lady Winds Fall in Game One of Bi-District Playoffs
LUBBOCK, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds matched up against the Tahoka Lady Bulldogs in game one of the Bi-District round of the playoffs on Thursday. Tahoka jumped out to a 4-0 lead in the top of