Floydada Lady Winds Begin District Play Against Ralls
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds will begin their district campaign against the Ralls Lady Rabbits on Tuesday in Floydada. The Lady Winds enter district play with a 3-10 overall record. The Lady Rabbits begin their
Christmas Toy Drive at Friday’s Lockney Basketball Games
LOCKNEY, TX – The holiday season is a time for generosity, and the community is invited to take part in a special Christmas Basketball Toy Drive hosted at the Lockney basketball games on Friday, the 19th. Fans
Lockney Longhorn Band Earns More High School Accolades
LOCKNEY, TX -The Lockney Longhorn Band continues to make its mark, earning more high school accolades through strong performances at this year’s honor band auditions. Congratulations are in order for Daniel Alvarado, JoJo Cuellar, Carter Duniven, Noah
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Floyd County to Kick Off Christmas Week with Holiday Event
FLOYD COUNTY, TX – The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service in Floyd County will kick off Christmas week with a morning full of holiday cheer on Monday, December 22. Community members are invited to join the Extension
Payten Shuping Earns Top Placings at “The Show” Jackpot in San Angelo
SAN ANGELO, TX – Payten Shuping had a strong weekend in the show ring while competing at “The Show” jackpot in San Angelo, earning top honors among a competitive group of exhibitors. Shuping placed 1st twice with
Armando Chavarria III Earns Top Honors at Russell Johnson Memorial Swine Jackpot
TULIA, TX – Armando Chavarria III brought home impressive results at the Russell Johnson Memorial Swine Jackpot, showcasing his hard work and dedication in the show ring. Chavarria earned 1st place in the all barrow class with
Longhorns Defeat Mules at Home on Friday
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorns picked up a strong home victory Friday night, defeating the Muleshoe Mules 74–64 in Lockney. The Longhorns set the tone early and maintained control throughout the game, using balanced scoring and
Floydada Competes Against Strong Field in Childress
CHILDRESS, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds competed in the Childress Basketball Tournament over the weekend, finishing with a 1-2 record against a strong field of teams. Floydada earned a narrow 55–54 victory over Christ Academy in a
Lady Winds Battle Tough Lady Hornets Team on Friday
TULIA, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds were on the road for Friday’s non-district matchup against the Lady Hornets. It was back and forth in the first quarter with the Lady Hornets 10-9. Tulia found momentum in
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.