Christmas on the Square Brings Holiday Cheer to Floydada
FLOYDADA, TX – Downtown Floydada was filled with holiday spirit on Thursday, December 11, as families gathered for the annual Christmas on the Square celebration. The community event brought together local vendors, festive treats, and plenty of
School Board Approves Personnel, Policy Update at Tuesday Meeting
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Collegiate ISD Board of Trustees met Tuesday morning and approved several personnel changes and district updates. Trustees voted to hire Yolanda Alvarado for the Duncan Elementary cafeteria and Norma Gutierrez for the
Floydada Set for Festive Christmas Parade and “Meet the Santa” Tonight
FLOYDADA, TX – The holiday season kicks off in full swing tonight as Floydada hosts its annual Christmas Parade, bringing festive lights, community spirit, and family fun to downtown. This year’s event is proudly provided by the
Floydada Junior High Band Students Earn Prestigious Honors
FLOYDADA, TX – Floydada Collegiate Junior High is celebrating the outstanding achievements of several band students who have earned regional and state-level recognition for their hard work, talent, and dedication so far this year. These young musicians
Floydada ISD Hosts 3rd Annual Christmas Bake-Off
FLOYDADA, TX – Floydada ISD held its 3rd Annual Christmas Bake-Off this week, bringing festive cheer, sweet aromas, and friendly competition to staff and community members. The event showcased a wide array of baked goods, from pies
Lockney ISD Staff Treated to Morning Coffee Bar Courtesy of Longhorn Parent Club
LOCKNEY, TX – Lockney ISD teachers and staff were welcomed with a special surprise Friday morning as the Lockney Longhorn Parent Club treated the district’s educators to a full-service coffee bar. The Brew, a popular coffee shop
Owls’ Hot Shooting Lifts Them Over Whirlwinds
HALE CENTER, TX – The Whirlwinds faced the undefeated Hale Center Owls on Tuesday in a non-district matchup. Floydada kept pace early, battling through the first quarter, but the Owls caught fire from beyond the arc, knocking
Lady Winds Fall to Lady Owls on Tuesday
HALE CENTER, TX -The Lady Winds hit the road Tuesday for a matchup against the Hale Center Lady Owls. After a competitive first quarter, the Lady Owls gained control in the second, building a 29–4 lead heading
Lockney ISD Announces Annual Holiday Meal for Families
LOCKNEY, TX – Lockney ISD is gearing up for its annual holiday meal, welcoming parents and guardians to join students for a festive lunch on Monday, December 15th. The district hosts this tradition each year to celebrate
Seats Still Available for Upcoming QuickBooks Workshop in Floyd County
FLOYD COUNTY, TX – The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office is preparing to host a hands-on QuickBooks Workshop on Monday, December 15, 2025, and a limited number of seats remain open for participants. The full-day session will
Floyd County 4-H Quiz Bowl Teams Take On Commissioners Court in Friendly Competition
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floyd County 4-H Livestock Quiz Bowl teams showcased their knowledge and quick thinking on Monday, December 8th, during a special presentation and friendly competition against the Floyd County Commissioners Court. The event gives
Floydada FFA Students Recognized as State Semi-Finalists in Agricultural Advocacy
HUNTSVILLE, TX – Four outstanding members of the Floydada FFA chapter earned high honors this week as they were named Texas FFA State Semi-Finalists in Agricultural Advocacy. The team, Madison Pyle, Rilynn Hinsley, Payten Shuping, and Brooklyn
New Two-Story Apartment Complex Opens in Floydada; Open House Set for January 10
FLOYDADA, TX – A major new housing addition has officially risen on the west side of town, marking a milestone for Floyd County. Residents have likely spotted the pair of striking two-story buildings, one green and one
Lockney Lady Horns Traveling to Hart on Tuesday in Non-District Game
HART, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns will be on the road Tuesday for their matchup against the Hart Lady Horns. Lockney (1-5) fell to Coahoma in their tournament game on Saturday 80-27. Hart (7-6) defeated Wilson
Floydada Basketball in Action on Tuesday in Hale Center
HALE CENTER, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds travel to Hale Center to battle the unbeaten Owls on Tuesday. Hale Center (8-0) defeated Bowie 67-59 to claim the Roosevelt Cottonfield Classic Championship. Floydada (1-7) fell to Bowie 81-65
Lady Winds On The Road for Tuesday’s Non-District Game
HALE CENTER, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds are back in non-district action on Tuesday as they travel to battle the Hale Center Lady Owls. The Lady Winds (3-7) fell to Coahoma in a tournament game last
Holiday Joy Fills Lockney at Community Christmas Event
LOCKNEY, TX – The spirit of Christmas was alive and well on Saturday, December 6th, as The Outcome—a local organization dedicated to spreading faith, fellowship, and forward-focused thinking—hosted a festive community event that drew families from across
TAFE Students Share December Update and Prepare for Recruitment Efforts
FLOYDADA, TX – As the holiday season settles in across Floydada, students from the Texas Association of Future Educators (TAFE) are gearing up for an exciting few months filled with recruitment, classroom projects, and preparations for their
G.I.F.T.S. Ministry from FBC Floydada Shows Appreciation for FCISD Teachers With Holiday Treats
FLOYDADA, TX – The G.I.F.T.S. Ministry from First Baptist Church Floydada helped spread holiday cheer across Floyd County ISD by blessing teachers at both campuses with special treats during November and December. In November, staff were surprised
Lockney Fire Department Awarded $25,000 Equipment Grant
COLLEGE STATION, TX – The Lockney Volunteer Fire Department has been awarded a $25,000 grant from the Texas A&M Forest Service to purchase new fire and rescue equipment. The funding is part of a $17.6 million statewide
The $19,000 Tax-Free Contributions Available to Younger Generations
HOUSTON, TX – This year, 48% of Gen Zs and 46% of Millennials report feeling insecure about their finances, and more than half of them are living paycheck to paycheck, according to a 2025 survey by Deloitte.
City of Lockney Congratulates Miguel Lara on Earning Wastewater Operator License
LOCKNEY, TX – The City of Lockney is recognizing an important professional achievement that directly benefits the entire community. Congratulations to Miguel Lara, who has successfully earned his Class D Wastewater Treatment Operator License from the Texas
Lockney High School to Dedicate “Legend the Longhorn” on December 15
LOCKNEY, TX – Lockney High School is set to celebrate a special addition to its campus as students, staff, and community members gather to dedicate Legend the Longhorn on Monday, December 15, 2025. The ceremony will take
Lockney’s Kara Sanchez Earns THSCA Academic All-State Honor
LOCKNEY, TX – Lockney High School senior and cross-country athlete Kara Sanchez has been recognized among the state’s top student-athletes, earning the prestigious Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA) Academic All-State Award. Sanchez was nominated and selected
Lockney FFA Booster Club Seeking New Officers Ahead of December Meeting
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney FFA Booster Club has announced that it is looking to elect new officers as the organization prepares for the upcoming year. Parents are encouraged to get involved, and membership is not limited
Floydada’s Tony Ricketts Makes Surprise Appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live
LOS ANGELES, CA – Floydada got a moment in the national spotlight this week when local broadcaster Tony Ricketts, representing RFD-TV, made an unexpected cameo on Jimmy Kimmel Live! on December 1st. Kimmel kicked off his monologue
Lockney Longhorns Defeated by Eagles at Home
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorns were at home on Tuesday against the Lubbock Roosevelt Eagles in a non-district game. The Longhorns battled in a close game but would fall to the Eagles 50-48. Lockney moves to
Whirlwinds Fall Short Against Mustangs on Tuesday
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds were in non-district action on Tuesday night against the Denver City Mustangs in Floydada. The Whirlwinds controlled most of the momentum in the first quarter, but a late surge from the
Lady Winds Fall to Lady Panthers on Tuesday’s Non-District Game
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds played host to the Whitharral Lady Panthers on Tuesday in a non-district game. The Lady Winds stayed close in the first quarter, however the Lady Panthers found momentum and continued
Floyd County Crime Report: November
(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