Commissioners Adopt New Budget, Set Tax Rate Hearing
FLOYDADA, TX — Floyd County Commissioners approved the county’s 2025–2026 budget and proposed tax rate during their regular meeting on Monday, August 18, at the county courthouse. The meeting, led by County Judge Marty Lucke, included a
Get Ready to Graze: The Ultimate Livestock and Ranching Conference Comes to Plainview
PLAINVIEW, TX – September 9, 2025 – Ranchers, livestock enthusiasts, and agriculture professionals are invited to attend The Graze: All Things Livestock and Ranching Conference, a full-day event packed with expert insights, hands-on learning, and valuable networking
Crowe Honored with National Non-Profit Award
DENVER – Ryan Crowe spends his time in Floydada wearing two distinct hats. During the week he is executive director of the Floydada Economic Development Corporation. On Sundays, you will find him leading music at First Baptist
Floyd County 4-H Launches Enrollment for Local Youth
FLOYD COUNTY, TX – Floyd County 4-H is officially opening enrollment for the upcoming year, offering opportunities for students across the county to get involved in one of the nation’s largest youth development programs. Enrollment is now
DAILY AG NEWS 09/03/2025
Appeals Court Ruling Clouds Future Of U.S. Tariffs WASHINGTON, DC – A federal appeals court has ruled that most of President Trump’s sweeping tariffs were improperly imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, raising new uncertainty
Floydada Collegiate ISD to Lead Innovation in Rural AI
FLOYDADA, TX – Floydada Collegiate ISD is stepping into the future of education as one of the first districts selected for the RAISE AI Collaborative, a national effort focused on harnessing AI to strengthen teaching and learning
Whirlwinds and Longhorns Battle in Floyd County Rivalry on Friday
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorns will host county rival Floydada on Friday, September 5, in one of the most anticipated games of the year. Kickoff is set for 7:00 p.m. at Mitchell Zimmerman Field Stadium. The
DAILY AG NEWS 09/02/2025
Rail Service Steady As Wheat Exports Hit High LUBBOCK, TX – U.S. grain transportation systems are showing mostly steady performance as the 2025 harvest approaches, with rail, barge, and ocean freight metrics offering a mixed picture for
Whirlwinds Open 2025 Season Falling Short Against Tulia
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds kicked off their 2025 season at home on Friday night, taking on the Tulia Hornets. Tulia jumped out to a fast start, building a 22–0 lead in the first quarter and
Longhorns Fall in Tough First Game on Friday
STINNETT, TX – The Lockney Longhorns opened their 2025 season on the road against Stinnett West Texas, falling 20–53 in a tough first outing. The contest gave the team a chance to set the tone for the
Mangold Memorial Earns 5-Star National Recognition
LOCKNEY, TX — W.J. Mangold Memorial Hospital has been awarded a prestigious 5-star rating by the National Rural Rating System (NRRS), recognizing the facility’s exceptional performance in patient care, satisfaction, and service to the community. The rating
Floydada EDC Fuels Growth With Summer Business Grants
FLOYDADA, TX – Summer is generally viewed as a calm and quiet time for many businesses and organizations, but the Floydada Economic Development Corporation has bucked that trend for the season, working with a number of businesses
Council Approves Zoning Request, Roof Bids, Water Budget
FLOYDADA, TX — The Floydada City Council met in regular session on Tuesday, August 19, approving several measures, including a zoning variance, capital improvement planning, and a regional water budget proposal. Council unanimously approved a variance request
Lockney ISD Holds Monthly Meeting on Tuesday
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney ISD Board of Trustees held its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. in the Administration Building Board Room at 601 Poplar Street. The meeting was conducted in
Lockney Junior High Earns State Distinction for Growth
LOCKNEY, TX – Lockney Junior High has achieved remarkable success in academic performance, earning the prestigious Distinction Award for Academic Growth. The recognition places the campus in the top quartile of schools across the state for measurable
FCISD Trustees to Vote on Budget, Honor Brotherton
FLOYDADA, TX — The Floydada Collegiate ISD Board of Trustees will meet in regular session on Thursday, August 28, at 7:00 p.m. to consider final action on the district’s 2025–2026 budget and tax rate, along with several
Floyd County Public Records
FLOYD COUNTY – The records contained herein consist of public notices, court, and other public information that attorneys, sales professionals, and business people find helpful. Floyd County Clerk Marriage Licenses Returned: JAYME ALEXANDER RUSSELL and FRANCISCA RENEE
Floydada Council Reviews Budget Priorities, Keeps Tax Rate
FLOYDADA, TX — The Floydada City Council held a special session on Tuesday, August 19, to discuss priorities for the upcoming 2025–2026 city budget. City Manager Darrell Gooch noted two major proposed purchases: new air packs for
Longhorns On the Road for First Friday Night Game
STINNETT, TX – The Lockney Longhorns will open the 2025 football season on the road against Stinnett West Texas. Kickoff is scheduled for Friday, August 29, at 7:00 p.m. This contest marks the first chance for the
Whirlwinds Host Hornets in First Game on Friday
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds will officially begin their 2025 football season on Friday, August 29, against Tulia. Kickoff is set for 7:00 p.m. at Charles Tyer Stadium in Floydada. This night will also be recognized
Floydada Students Begin First Day of SPC Dual Credit Classes
FLOYDADA, TX – Today marks the first day of South Plains College classes for Floydada Collegiate High School students. This year, 160 students are enrolled in dual credit courses through SPC, giving them the opportunity to earn
Lockney Chamber Celebrates Opening of New Barbershop with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
LOCKNEY, TX — The Lockney Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony this week to celebrate the official opening of Lockney Barbershop, a new business offering professional grooming services in the heart of the community. Located
Floydada Community Invited to “Meet the Winds” Tonight
FLOYDADA, TX – The community is invited to come out and show their support for the Floydada Whirlwinds at the annual Meet the Winds event tonight at 7:00 p.m. at the Charles Tyer football stadium. This exciting
Floydada Student Brittney Machado Honored for UIL Essay Achievement
FLOYDADA – Floydada student Brittney Machado received a special honor in recognition of her outstanding achievement at the state level. Earlier this summer, Machado traveled to Austin where she was recognized for her second-place essay in the
Lockney Longhorns to Host Ropes in Preseason Football Scrimmage Thursday
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorns are set to hit the field as they host the Ropes Eagles in a preseason scrimmage on Thursday, August 21, at 5:00 p.m. in Lockney. The evening will begin with the
Community Event in Lockney: Story & Craft Time Before Old Fashioned Saturday!
LOCKNEY, TX – Looking for a fun and meaningful way to kick off Old Fashioned Saturday in Lockney? Join us for a FREE Story and Craft Time hosted by The Outcome on Saturday, August 23rd from 9:00
Daily Ag News Thursday August 21, 2025
Cotton Incorporated Reduces Budget, Refocuses Priorities in 2026 LUBBOCK, TX – Cotton Incorporated will operate with a reduced budget in 2026, cutting spending by 4 percent from $89 million to $85.1 million. CEO William Kimbrell outlined the
Planned Power Outage Scheduled for Floydada Tuesday Night
FLOYDADA, TX – Residents of Floydada should prepare for a temporary power outage late Tuesday night as Floydada Power & Light has announced scheduled maintenance. According to the City of Floydada’s official Facebook page, power will be
Whirlwinds Host Jackrabbits in Second Scrimmage on Thursday
FLOYDADA, TX – Floydada will host their second scrimmage on Thursday, August 21, when the Ralls Jackrabbits come to town. This matchup will be another opportunity for the Whirlwinds to fine-tune their play before the regular season
Floyd County Crime Report July 2025
(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. July 1st, Deputy