Whirlwinds Battle Kangaroos on Tuesday
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds baseball team will continue their baseball campaign on Tuesday as they play host to Kress. The Whirlwinds (2-2) fell to Dimmitt in their last game 15-1. The Kangaroos (1-3) defeated Lubbock
Lockney Elementary to Celebrate Read Across America Week with Themed Dress-Up Days
LOCKNEY, TX – Students and staff at Lockney Elementary will join schools nationwide in celebrating Read Across America with a week of literacy-themed activities and dress-up days set for March 3–6. The annual observance promotes a love
Floyd County 4-H Swine Exhibitors Earn Honors at San Angelo Show
SAN ANGELO, TX – Floyd County 4-H swine exhibitors made a strong showing at the recent San Angelo stock show, bringing home several top placements and representing their community with pride. Emma Nelson led the way with
Lockney Trash Collection Temporarily Disrupted Due to Truck Repairs
LOCKNEY, TX – Residents of Lockney are experiencing a temporary disruption in municipal trash collection services after the city’s primary sanitation truck was taken out of service for repairs. According to city officials, the vehicle is currently
Lockney Elementary Launches Popcorn Fundraiser to Support Parent Club
LOCKNEY, TX – Community members have an opportunity to support local students while enjoying a favorite snack during the upcoming popcorn fundraiser hosted by Lockney Elementary School. The fundraiser will run from Feb. 20 through March 3,
Community Health Fair Scheduled Feb. 21 at Lockney Elementary
LOCKNEY, TX – Residents across the Lockney area will have an opportunity to access free health resources and wellness education during the W.J. Mangold Memorial Health Fair, set for Saturday, Feb. 21, from 9 a.m. to 12
Floydada City Council Accepts City Attorney Resignation, Continues Search for City Manager
FLOYDADA, TX — The Floydada City Council met in regular session Tuesday evening, February 17, 2026, at City Hall, addressing several personnel matters and administrative items. Mayor Bobby Gilliland called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
Lockney Chamber Announces Annual Old Fashioned Saturday for August 29
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Chamber of Commerce is inviting the community and visitors from across the region to mark their calendars for one of the town’s most anticipated annual traditions – Old Fashioned Saturday. Set for
Street Cleaning Scheduled Friday in Lockney
LOCKNEY, TX – The City of Lockney will conduct street cleaning operations on Friday, February 20, and residents in the designated area are being asked to assist by moving their vehicles off the streets. Street cleaning will
Floydada Collegiate Junior High KidWind Teams Earn Honors at TSTC Competition
SWEETWATER, TX – Students from Floydada Collegiate ISD represented their school and community well this week as the junior high KidWind teams competed at a regional event hosted at Texas State Technical College in Sweetwater. The Whirlwind
Texas Plains Federal Credit Union Offers Tax Season Promotion for New Members
FLOYDADA, TX – As tax season approaches, Texas Plains Federal Credit Union is encouraging area residents to prepare by opening a new account and taking advantage of a limited-time promotion. Throughout the month of February, the credit
Chavarria Earns 4th at San Angelo Barrow Show
SAN ANGELO, TX – Armando Chavarria III represented Floydada with pride at the prestigious San Angelo Stock Show & Rodeo, earning 4th place in the highly competitive Crossbred division during the San Angelo Barrow Show. Chavarria, a
Whirlwinds Storm Back in an Overtime Thriller to Finish Season
POST, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds traveled on Tuesday to battle the Post Antelopes in their final district game. The Antelopes jumped out to an early 16-10 lead at the end of the first quarter. Post extended
Longhorns Basketball Season Finale on Tuesday at Home
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorns will finish their basketball campaign on Tuesday as they battle the Olton Mustangs at home. The Longhorns (8-13, 0-6) fell to Hale Center 80-57. The Mustangs (28-5, 7-2) defeated Bovina in
Whirlwinds Close Out Season Tuesday at Post
POST, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds basketball team will conclude their season on Tuesday as they travel to Post to battle the Antelopes. The Whirlwinds (7-20, 3-8) defeated Ralls in their last game on Friday 74-26. The
Lady Winds Fall in First Round of Playoffs on Monday
DIMMITT, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds traveled to Dimmitt on Monday to battle the Farwell Lady Blue in the Bi-District round of the playoffs. The Lady Blue started the scoring first and took a 16-2 lead
Lockney Hospital District Reviews Finances, Approves Tax Abatement Deal
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney General Hospital District Board of Directors met January 28 in the hospital conference room, where members approved a tax abatement agreement tied to a major wind energy repower project and reviewed the
Community Spirit on Display During Special Varsity Basketball Moment
LOCKNEY, TX – Lockney High School recently celebrated a memorable and heartwarming moment during a varsity basketball game against Hale Center when foreign exchange student Jessica Liu scored in the final seconds of the game. Liu, a
Lady Winds Battle Lady Blue in First Round of Playoffs on Monday
DIMMITT, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds will begin their postseason run on Monday as they travel to Dimmitt to battle the Farwell Lady Blue in the first round of the playoffs. The Lady Winds finished 10-19
Lockney Lifters Bring Home Hardware from Ralph Shemwell Classic
AMARILLO, TX – The Lockney Longhorns and Lady Longhorns powerlifting teams delivered an impressive performance on February 14 at the Ralph Shemwell Classic in Amarillo, with multiple athletes earning top finishes and team honors. The Lady Longhorns
Floydada FFA Competes Strong at Texas Elite Showcase
KERRVILLE, TX – Members of the Floydada FFA represented their chapter with pride at the recent Texas Elite Showcase held in Kerrville, bringing home several top placements against strong competition from across the state. Armando Chavarria turned
Floydada FFA Students Earn Top Honors at San Angelo Stock Show
SAN ANGELO, TX – Members of Floydada FFA proudly represented their school and community at the San Angelo Stock Show and Rodeo, held February 12-14 in San Angelo. Competing against exhibitors from across Texas, Floydada students brought
Rexrode Earns Class Win at San Angelo Stock Show
SAN ANGELO, TX – Aaren Rexrode is bringing home top honors after winning his Simmental class at the prestigious San Angelo Stock Show. Competing against exhibitors from across Texas and beyond, Rexrode showcased his hard work and
Lakyn Rawls Earns Reserve Champion Spot at Texas Elite Showcase
KERRVILLE, TX – Floyd County 4-H member Lakyn Rawls has earned top honors at the Texas Elite Showcase, capturing the prestigious Reserve Champion Spot and advancing to the grand drive and sale. Rawls represented Floyd County 4-H
Whirlwinds Dominate in Final Home District Game
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds played host to the Ralls Jackrabbits in their final home game of the season on Friday. The Whirlwinds jumped out early in the first quarter to take a 17-4 lead. Floydada
Whirlwinds Host Final District Home Game on Friday
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds basketball team will play at home for the final time this season as they host the Ralls Jackrabbits on Friday at 5:00 p.m. The Whirlwinds (6-20, 2-8) fell to Abernathy on
Lockney Elementary to Host Annual Sweetheart Dance February 13
LOCKNEY, TX – Lockney Elementary School is preparing to host its annual Sweetheart Dance, offering students and their families a fun and memorable evening together. The event will take place on Friday, February 13, from 7:00 p.m.
Floydada City Council to Meet February 17; City Manager Hiring Among Key Agenda Items
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada City Council will hold its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 114 W. Virginia Street. The meeting
Lockney Elementary Gifted Students Attend Region 17 S.T.E.A.M. Showcase in Lubbock
LUBBOCK, TX – Lockney Elementary Gifted and Talented students in second through fifth grades recently had the opportunity to expand their learning beyond the classroom during a field trip to the Region 17 Education Service Center in
Old Settlers Reunion Date Moved to May 16
FLOYDADA, TX – A longtime Floydada tradition will take place on a new date this year. Organizers of the Old Settlers Reunion have announced that the annual event, typically held over Memorial Day weekend, has been moved