Lockney Band Makes School History; Earns Seventh Place at State
SAN ANTONIO, TX – The Lockney Longhorn Band showcased their musical talent on Tuesday at the 2A Texas State Marching Band Competition. Competing against the top bands from across the state, Lockney delivered a strong performance that
Whirlwinds Basketball Begins on Tuesday on the Road
LORENZO, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds will begin their basketball season on Tuesday as they travel to Lorenzo to battle the Hornets in a non-district game. Floydada finished last season as district champions with a record of
Lady Horns Travel for Tuesday’s Non-District Matchup
HAPPY, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns will be on the road Tuesday as they travel to play the Happy Cowgirls. Lockney (0-0) played Springlake-Earth on Saturday. Happy (6-0) defeated Smyer 61-53 on Saturday. Tip-off for Tuesday’s
Longhorns Begin Basketball Season on Friday
TAHOKA, TX – The Lockney Longhorns begin their basketball season on Friday as they travel to Tahoka to play in a non-district game. The Longhorns finished their season last year 7-18 overall and 3-11 in district play.
Floydada Student Council Hosts Veterans Day Program
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Collegiate High School held a Veteran’s Day assembly, honoring members of the armed forces. Students, faculty, and local veterans gathered this morning to honor those who have served in the military, as
Lockney Band Travels to Compete at State Competition
SAN ANTONIO, TX – The Lockney High School band will travel to compete in the Texas UIL State Band Competition on Tuesday. For just the second time in school history the band will make the trip to
Floyd County Commissioner’s November Monthly Meeting on Tuesday
FLOYDADA, TX — Floyd County Commissioners are set to meet in Regular Session on Tuesday morning, and certifying last week’s election is near the top of their to-do list. In addition, the Court will accept a $500
Floyd County Team Places First to Advance to State
LEVELLAND, TX – The Floyd County 4-H Food Challenge team competed earlier this week and will continue to represent the county at the state competition. The food challenge presents the teams with 40 minutes to cook, plate,
Firefighters Respond to Eleven Emergency Calls in October
FLOYDADA, TX – October was a busy month for volunteers with the Floydada Fire Department. Crews responded to a total of eleven calls. Floydada Fire Department Fire Run Summary October 2024 Date Time Location Notes 1 10/4/2024
Floydada CISD Holding Public Meeting on Accountability System
FLOYDADA, TX – Floydada Collegiate ISD is holding a public meeting on Tuesday to discuss the State’s Financial Accountability Rating System. Specifically, the meeting will allow for a discussion on the district’s rating of the state’s accountability
Whirlwinds Host Lions in District Battle on Friday
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds will play host to the New Deal Lions on Friday in a district battle. The Whirlwinds (2-7, 0-4) fell to Post 73-3. The Lions (3-6, 0-4) were defeated by New Home
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