Floyd County Record’s Player Spotlight: Creek Evans
LOCKNEY, TX – The Floyd County Record continues to spotlight the athletes that represent our communities, including Lockney’s junior Creek Evans. Creek is a defensive end and wide receiver for the Lockney Longhorns. Heading into district play,
Early Week Rain Event Good, Area Still Droughty
FLOYD COUNTY, TX – Though some areas across the county received well over two inches of rainfall this week, officially at the Texas Tech Mesonet site (north of Floydada), the rain gauge collected one inch of moisture.
Serrato Sisters Venue Hosts Pete Christy’s Lunch Church
FLOYDADA, TX – Join Pete Christy and FCHS Superintendent Gilbert Trevino at Pete Christy’s Lunch Church for Men and Women at the Serrato Sisters Venue on October 11 at 11:45. The purpose of the lunch is to
Longhorns Look To Set The Tone Against Crosbyton
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorns host the Crosbyton Chiefs in their first district game of the season on Friday night. Lockney (3-1) is on a two game win streak after their most recent win against West
Whirlwinds Matchup Against Sundown in First District Game
SUNDOWN, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds are back in action this Friday night as they travel to take on the Sundown Roughnecks in their first district game of the season. Floydada enters the game with a record
Floydada Schools Host Parents at Open House Event
FLOYDADA, TX – Cookies and soft drinks will be served tonight at the annual AB Duncan Elementary School Open House beginning at 5:30 p.m. In addition, the Junior High and High School campuses will hold their Open
Tax Rate for Lockney Hosptial District Rolls Back
LOCKNEY, TX – Taxpayers within the Lockney Hospital District will see a decrease in their tax rate this year, according to Vince DiFranco, CEO of WJ Mangold Memorial Hospital. Back in August, the Board approved a tax
Grass Fires Leading Cause for Local Department Response
FLOYDADA, TX – Local firefighters responded to five calls during the month of September, including four grass fires. The Floydada Fire Department is staffed by volunteers who train and work, for no pay, to serve and protect
Floyd County Record’s Player Spotlight: Xavier Jimenez
LOCKNEY, TX – The Floyd County Record continues to spotlight the athletes that represent our communities, including Lockney’s junior Xavier Jimenez. Xavier is a fullback on the offense and plays as a linebacker for the Longhorn defense.
2023 Punkin’ Days Schedule
FLOYDADA, TX – The 2023 Punkin’ Days will take place on Saturday, October 14 in downtown Floydada. Below is the schedule of events that will take place for the annual celebration. Wednesday, October 11, 2023 6:00
Longhorns Prepare for District Against Chiefs Next Week
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorns have a bye this week and are preparing for their first district game against Crosbyton next Friday. Lockney was victorious in their last two games. (Abilene TLCA 55-16 and West Texas
Floydada Whirlwinds Prepare for District Next Week
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds are off this week as they prepare for their first district game next week against Sundown. Floydada was victorious in their game last Friday against Hale Center, 46-18. District 2-2A Division
Trailer Full of Pumpkins Goes Up In Flames at Assiter Pumpkin Ranch
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Fire Department was called out to the Assiter Pumpkin Ranch on Sunday due to a fire. A trailer at the Assiter Pumpkin Ranch caught fire on Sunday and one person, employee Cris,
Carl’s Cogitations: Plugging the Hole for Good
Why am I here? Most individuals spend the majority of their lives seeking purpose and meaning. Often, one finds a momentary sense of fulfillment in some accomplishments, but the feeling fades. Once again, the quest begins for
Longhorns Fight Late to Secure Victory Against Comanches
STINNETT, TX – The Lockney Longhorns traveled to battle the West Texas Comanches in their final game before district. In the first quarter, the Longhorns would take a 14-7 lead thanks to touchdown runs from Xavier Jimenez
Longhorn Football is Heard Here
STINNETT, TX – The Lockney Longhorns are on the road again this week as they travel to play the West Texas Comanches in their final game before district. Kickoff is at 7:00 p.m., with coverage starting at
Listen to Floydada Whirlwind Football Here
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds host the Hale Center Owls in their final game before district. Coverage of the game begins at 6:45 p.m. and kickoff is at 7:00 p.m. Listen to the game
Irma Candelara Ibarra (Floydada)
Irma Candelara Ibarra, age 70, of Floydada, passed away Sunday, September 17, 2023. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 12:00 p.m., Friday, September 22, 2023, at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church. Interment will follow at the
Floydada JV and JH in Action Against Hale Center
HALE CENTER, TX – The Floydada Junior High and JV teams will travel to play the Hale Center Owls today. The junior high will kick off at 5:00. The JV will kick off at 7:00.
West Texas Comanches Travel to Lockney to Face Longhorns JV and JH
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Junior High and JV teams are in action today as they host the West Texas Comanches. The junior high game will begin at 5:00 p.m. The JV game will kick off following
Floyd County Record’s Player Spotlight: Gage Graves
LOCKNEY, TX – The Floyd County Record continues to spotlight the athletes that represent our communities, including Lockney’s senior Gage Graves. Gage is a wide receiver and corner for the Longhorn varsity football team. What is something
Longhorns On The Road Again to Face West Texas
STINNETT, TX – The Lockney Longhorns look to continue their success from last week’s win as they travel to battle the West Texas Comanches on Friday. The Longhorns (2-1) defeated Abilene TLCA 55-16. The Comanches
Whirlwinds Look To Bounce Back Against Owls for Homecoming
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds will host the Hale Center Owls on Friday for their homecoming game. The Whirlwinds (3-1) lost their first game of the season last week against New Home 38-7. The
Floydada City Council Repeals Local Juvenile Curfew Ordinance
FLOYDADA, TX – Due to a new law in Texas (HB 1819), cities and counties can no longer mandate curfews for minors. As that law became effective on September 1, 2023, communities with a curfew have had
Floydada Police Chief Reuben Ramon Resigns Tuesday Night
FLOYDADA, TX – Police Chief Reuben Ramon tendered his resignation on Tuesday night during a regular meeting of the Floydada City Council. Ramon has served as the city’s Chief of Police since Daryl Gooch moved from that
Floyd County Record’s Player Spotlight: Iann Rodriguez
LOCKNEY, TX – The Floyd County Record continues to spotlight the athletes that represent our communities, including Lockney’s senior Iann Rodriguez. Iann plays as a fullback and defensive end for the Longhorns. What are some things
Whirlwinds Fall Short Against New Home Leopards
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds played host to the New Home Leopards on Friday in a non-district game. Floydada would strike first and take a 7-0 lead in the first quarter. New Home would strike back
Longhorns Defeat Abilene TLCA Eagles in Non-District Game
ABILENE, TX – The Lockney Longhorns made the trip to Abilene on Friday to play the Abilene TLCA Eagles. The Longhorns were able to set the tone of the game early, as they scored 27 in the
Feliciano Mondragon (Lockney)
Feliciano Mondragon, age 92, of Lockney, passed away Wednesday, September 13, 2023. Mass of Catholic Burial will be at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, September 16, 2023, at San Jose de Calasanz Catholic Church in Lockney. Interment will follow
Listen to Whirlwind Football Here
FLOYDADA, TX – Tonight’s game between the Floydada Whirlwinds and the New Home Leopards kicks off at 7:00 p.m., click here to listen to the game with Randell Sims. Coverage begins at 6:45 and can be