Lockney FFA Members Compete at State
LOCKNEY, TX– Members of Lockney FFA traveled to Huntsville this past weekend to compete at the state level in the Applied Agricultural Engineering CDE contest. The team competed against 36 other teams from across the state in
Annual Benefit Gala Raises $78,000 for Unity Center
MUNCY, TX – Residents of Lockney, Floydada, and surrounding communities came together on Saturday to raise $78,000 for the Floyd County Friends through their 28th Annual Benefit Gala. The event raised funds to operate and maintain the
Floyd County To Be Represented at Regional Meet
FLOYDADA, TX – The 2024 Area track meet was held in Floydada this past week with several members of Floyd County advancing to the Regional meet. LOCKNEY QUALIFIERS: Daniel Alvarado – 2nd Place 400m Brinley LeFevre
Lady Horns Fall to Lady Rabbits in District Battle
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns were in district action on Wednesday against the Ralls Lady Rabbits. The Lady Rabbits offense started the scoring in the top of the first inning, scoring eight runs and taking
Longhorns Rally Late to Win District Thriller
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorns played host to the Ralls Jackrabbits on Tuesday in a district game. The Jackrabbits would start the scoring in the top of the second inning and take a 1-0 lead. The
The Historic C&M Circus Comes to Town on Friday
FLOYDADA, TX – The Culpepper & Merriweather Great Combined Circus is coming to Floydada on April 12th. The now Oklahoma-based circus will perform two live shows, with the first beginning at 5:00 p.m. and the second to
Spotlight on Floyd County Sheriff’s Office: Matt McArthur
FLOYDADA, TX – Matt McArthur grew up in Spur, but his passion has taken him to other parts of the state. “I was a police officer in Sealy, Texas (and) I’ve also worked in the private security
Charlene Alldredge (Floydada)
Charlene Alldredge, age 96, of Lubbock, formerly Floydada, passed away in Lubbock, Texas, on April 2, 2024. Please join us in celebrating her life on Saturday afternoon, April 13, 2024, at 2:30 at the First Baptist Church
Katherine Michelle Luna (Floydada)
Katherine Michelle Luna, 48, of Marble Falls, formerly of Floydada, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, April 6, 2024, in Lakeway, Texas. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, April 13,
Delma Morris (Floydada)
Delma Katherine Morris, 94, of Floydada, Texas, passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with diabetes on April 6, 2024, in Lubbock, Texas. Funeral Service will be held at 1.00 p.m., Thursday, April 11, 2024, at Moore
Lightning Bolt Strikes Utility Pole, No Injuries Reported
FLOYDADA, TX – An upper-level disturbance was moving across the South Plains Tuesday, bringing high winds, rain, hail, and lightning. One bolt of lightning found its way to a power line pole owned by XCEL Energy in
Spotlight on Floyd County Sheriff’s Office: Gerald Barker
FLOYDADA, TX – What if you could “impact people’s lives for the better”? That’s one thing Gerald Barker says is most optimistic about working for the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office. The Lubbock native has six years of
Longhorns District Game Moved to Lockney
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorns will host the Ralls Jackrabbits on Tuesday in a district game. Lockney (3-10, 2-6) defeated Olton on Saturday 10-7. Ralls (5-14, 2-4) fell to Floydada 7-5 in their last game. First
Lady Horns Look to Continue Success Against Ralls on Tuesday
LOCKNEY, TX – Due to weather on Tuesday, the Lady Horns’ district game against Ralls has been moved to Lockney. The Lady Horns (6-17 2-8) were victorious in their previous game against Olton 19-3. The Lady Rabbits
District Game Rescheduled For Friday Due to Weather
SUNDOWN, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds will be on the road for Friday’s rescheduled district matchup against the Sundown Roughettes. The Lady Winds (20-4, 10-0) were victorious 5-4 in their previous game against Ralls. The Roughettes
Spotlight on Floyd County Sheriff’s Office: Taylor Howerton
FLOYDADA, TX – If Taylor Howerton could find more time, you might find her hunting or working horses. Right now, though, Howerton is working with the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office. The Hemstead, Texas native enjoys meeting more
Seven Decades of Service Highlights Business of the Month
FLOYDADA, TX – Over 60 years ago, Ed Hammond decided to open a business in Floydada. Today, and a few owners later, Hammond Sheet Metal still operates at 105 North Fifth Street, providing heating and air conditioning
Peggy Joyce Hallmark (Lockney)
Peggy Hallmark, age 86, of Lockney, passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2024. Funeral Services were held Saturday, April 6, 2024, at the First Baptist Church in Lockney, with Kyle Brock officiating. Peggy Joyce Hallmark was born
Juanell (Cunyus) Kelley (Dimmitt)
Juanell Kelley passed away on March 30, 2024, in Levelland, Texas, and her celebration of life was held on April 5, 2024, at Dimmitt Church of Christ in Dimmitt. Juanell Cunyus Kelley was born Jan 18, 1937,
Floydada UIL Successful at the District 4-2A Academic Meet
SMYER, TX – The 2024 Floydada Whirlwinds UIL team was in competition on Wednesday in Smyer for the district 4-2A meet. The following students placed in the District 4-2A Academic competition as individuals in the following
Longhorns Lose Late Against Mustangs on Tuesday
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorns were in a district battle against the Olton Mustangs on Tuesday. Both teams would get on the board with one run in the first inning. The Longhorns took the lead in
Lady Horns Earn First District Win on Tuesday Against Fillies
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns played host to the Olton Fillies on Tuesday in a district game. The Lady Horns would take the lead in the bottom of the first after scoring four runs to
Lady Winds Continue Unbeaten Streak; Secure Late Game Thriller
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds were host to the Ralls Lady Rabbits on Tuesday in a district game. Both teams would score one run in the first inning to make it 1-1. The Lady Rabbits
Whirlwinds Sweep Jackrabbits in District Double-Header on Tuesday
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds were in a district double-header on Tuesday as they played host to the Ralls Jackrabbits. In the first game, Ralls would start the scoring in the top of the first inning
Lady Winds On the Road for Monday’s District Game
RALLS, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds travel to play the Ralls Lady Rabbits on Monday in a district game. The Lady Winds (18-4, 8-0) were victorious in their series against Sudan. The Lady Rabbits (11-11, 4-4)
Vonda Marlene McLaughlin (Lockney)
Vonda Marlene McLaughlin, age 64, peacefully left her physical body and entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on Sunday, March 24, 2024. A celebration of life was held on Friday, March 29th, at the
Lady Horns’ Offense Shut Down By Lady Owls on Friday
HALE CENTER, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns traveled to Hale Center to battle the Lady Owls in a district game on Friday. The Lady Owls scored eight runs in the bottom of the first inning to
Longhorns Fall Late to Owls in Close District Game
HALE CENTER, TX – The Lockney Longhorns were on the road for Friday’s district matchup against the Hale Center Owls. The Longhorns started the scoring with one run in the top of the first inning, taking a
Lady Winds Offense Heats Up for Win Against Sudan
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds played host to the Sudan Nettes on Friday in a district game. Sudan would start the game with a 4-0 lead after scoring four runs in the top of the
Whirlwinds Unable to Make Late Comeback Against Hornets
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds were in district action on Friday as they hosted the Sudan Hornets in a district matchup. Sudan’s offense got started in the top of the first inning scoring six runs and