Lockney Hospital Board Receives Clean Audit for FY23
LOCKNEY, TX – A clean audit was the word recently reported to members of the Lockney General Hospital District. Meeting in late April, the board heard from Durbin & Company regarding their annual audit, which resulted in
Old Fashioned Grocery Hosting Community Events
LOCKNEY, TX– Old Fashioned Grocery, 210 N Main, will be hosting a number of community events in the coming weeks. Their monthly 1st Saturday Parking Lot Event will be this Saturday, June 1 from 9am-3pm. This event
Young Defeats Johnson in Runoff for Precinct 3
FLOYDADA, TX – Floyd County has a new county commissioner following a runoff victory on Tuesday. Tanner Rance Young defeated Tanner Johnson in an election to fill the seat being vacated by Nathan Johnson in Precinct 3.
Jerry Leatherman (Floydada)
Jerry Don Leatherman spent his last days at home surrounded by a multitude of friends and family until he peacefully took his last breath on the morning of May 25, 2024. Born June 19, 1940, in Floydada,
Lockney City Pool Open for Summer
LOCKNEY, TX–The Lockney City Pool Grand Opening was this past Tuesday, May 21. Pool hours are Tuesday through Sunday 1-6pm. Pool Passes for the season are available for $95 valid until July 31. For more information call
Larry Rondal McCormick (Lockney)
Larry Rondal McCormick died in Paris, Texas, on May 26, 2024. Visitation will be held from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM on Thursday, May 30, 2024, at the Moore-Rose Funeral Home in Lockney, Texas. Graveside services will
Lady Winds Softball All-District Awards Announced
FLOYDADA, TX – The 2023-24 Floydada Lady Winds softball season concluded in the Regional Semifinal of the 2024 2A Playoffs, and with that, the announcement of the all district awards. CO-MVP: Carisa Fernandez (SR) Center Field CO-Offensive
American Legion of Lockney Memorial Day Service
LOCKNEY, TX– Members of the Lockney American Legion hosted a Memorial Day Service this morning at Hunter Peralez Memorial Park. A barbecue lunch was provided after the service with all donations going towards the upkeep of the
94th Annual Old Settlers Reunion Held On Saturday
FLOYD COUNTY, TX – The 94th Annual Memorial Days Celebration took place this Saturday in Floydada for the members of Floyd County, with several members of the community being recognized as “Pioneers of the Year”. The Pioneer
How Grizzly Bears Will Rain from the Sky
WASHINGTON, DC—While we might say, “It’s raining cats and dogs,” this idiom is understood to represent heavy rainfall. However, the phrase “it’s raining grizzly bears” will be literal in the Cascades of Washington state. According to Rep.
Plainview Graduate Trying to Shred Nation’s Credit Cards
WASHINGTON, DC—The United States is deep in debt, and a Plainview High School graduate is devising a plan to fix it. According to the U.S. Treasury, the current debt stands at $34.577 trillion, with the Debt to
2024 Farm Bill One Step Closer to Reality
WASHINGTON, DC—The House Agriculture Committee passed its version of the 2024 Farm Bill late Thursday night after more than 12 hours of spirited debate. The measure awaits a date for consideration by the full House of Representatives.
Holcombe Adds Oscar Strahan Award to His Collection
CANYON, TX – Luke Holcombe, a former Floydada Whirlwind graduate, is throwing shot put, hammer throw, and discus at West Texas A&M University and was awarded with the Oscar Strahan Award as a result of his performance
Local Student Represents Texas in Congress of Future Medical Leaders
FLOYDADA, TX — Mia Snowden, a Senior at Floydada Collegiate High School of Floydada is a Delegate to the Congress of Future Medical Leaders to be held June 26 – June 28, 2024, just outside Boston, on
Jerry Finley (Floydada)
Jerry Wayne Finley, 85, passed away on Monday, May 20, 2024. The memorial service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, May 23, 2024, at First Baptist Church in Floydada. The viewing will be at Moore Rose
Local Authorities Investigating Homicide in Death of 8-Month-Old
LOCKNEY, TX – Floyd County authorities are investigating a Sunday night homicide involving an 8-month-old female from Floydada. A sheriff’s report states that the child was taken by private vehicle to the W.J. Mangold Memorial emergency room,
Lady Winds Fall in Close Battle Against Anson
LAMESA, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds were in action on Friday as they were matched up against the Anson Lady Tigers in the Regional Semifinals. In game one, the Lady Winds would strike first in the
More Than $100,000 in Scholarships Awarded to Graduates
FLOYDADA, TX – Family and friends gathered Thursday evening to celebrate 42 students’ twelve-year journey as they received their diplomas from Floydada Collegiate High School. The ceremony featured speeches from Sierra Snowden, the class valedictorian (with a
Garza Earns College Degree Before High School Diploma
FLOYDADA, TX – When Janeisi Garza walks across the stage to accept her high school diploma tonight, she will be well-versed in the routine Just last weekend, Garza walked the stage at South Plains College (SPC), receiving
Floydada School Board Accepts Four Resignations on Tuesday
FLOYDADA, TX – Floydada Collegiate ISD will say goodbye to four employees after last night’s board meeting. Dixie Everett (3rd Grade Reading), Hannah Morales (6th Grade Math), Detra Njenga (4th Grade Reading/Language Arts), and Joann Rangel (Secondary
Local Post Office Participates in Largest Food Drive
FLOYDADA, TX – Saturday marked the 32nd anniversary of the U.S. Postal Service’s Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive. Floydada Postmaster Esmeralda Aguirre was excited about the donations, which will stay locally. “I would like to thank my
Newly Elected Council Members Taking Oath of Office
FLOYDADA, TX – Recently elected members of the Floydada City Council will be sworn in tonight after current members canvass returns and declare results of the May 4, 2024 General Election. According to Interim City Secretary Reuben
Lady Winds Continue Playoff Run Against Anson on Friday
LAMESA, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds will look to go further than any other Floydada softball team as they begin their series against the Anson Lady Tigers in the regional semifinal. All games will take place
Lady Winds Victorious in Quarterfinal Series Against Colorado City
WOLFFORTH, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds continued their playoff matchup against Colorado City in the regional quarterfinals on Saturday. The Lady Winds were victorious in game one on Thursday, winning 4-3. In game two, the Lady
The Scoop Reopens for Fifth Season of Treats
FLOYDADA, TX – Five years ago, amid the coronavirus closings, Kiana Brown and Kylie Ricketts returned home as college campuses closed. Deciding that they wanted to avoid staying sheltered inside, and with few job opportunities available, the
Floyd County Commissioners Monthly Meeting Begins This Morning
FLOYDADA, TX – Floyd County Commissioners have a full agenda when they meet this morning at 8:00 am. In addition to routine items, the Court will discuss and possibly take action on a new roof for the
Neomi Machado (Floydada)
Neomi Machado, 55, passed away peacefully in her home and into the loving arms of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on May 10, 2024, in the comfort of her home in Floydada, TX. Mass of Christian
Lady Winds Win Game One With Ninth Inning Walk-Off
WOLFFORTH, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds were in action for game one of the regional quarter final on Thursday against Colorado City. The Lady Wolves would score first in the top of the third inning to
Class Favorites and Mr. and Miss FHS Announced
FLOYDADA, TX – The FCISD class favorites as well as Mr. and Miss FHS were announced on Tuesday. Freshman Class Favorites – Madison Pyle and Martin Ramirez Sophomore Class Favorites – Miley Morales and Saul Castillo Junior
Lady Winds Enter Third Round Against Colorado City
WOLFFORTH, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds will continue their playoff campaign on Tuesday as they enter a three game series against the Colorado City Lady Wolves in the 2A Regional Quarterfinal. The Lady Winds defeated Seymoure