Pedro “Pete” Salazar (Floydada)
Pedro (Pete) L. Salazar passed away on Monday, October 23, 2023, at the age of 93. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, October 26, 2023, at St. Mary Magdalen Church in Floydada with
Lockney Football in Action on Thursday Against Hale Center
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorns JV and Shorthorns will host the Hale Center Owls on Thursday in a district contest. The Shorthorns will kickoff at 5:00 p.m. The Longhorns JV will follow with a
Floyd County Record Player Spotlight: Tucker Southard
LOCKNEY, TX – The Floyd County Record continues to spotlight the athletes that represent our communities, including junior Tucker Southard. Tucker plays as the right tackle and defensive end for the Longhorns. What has been the biggest
Whirlwinds Travel to Post for Final Away Game
POST, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds are back in action this week as they travel for their district matchup against the Post Antelopes. The Whirlwinds (4-4, 0-3) fell to Tahoka last week (36-34). Post (2-6, 1-2) was
District Leading Longhorns Hope to Extend Win Streak
HALE CENTER, TX – The Lockney Longhorns look to keep their winning streak alive as they travel to Hale Center to battle the Owls in a district game. The Longhorns (6-1, 3-0) were victorious 35-22 against Ralls
Economic Development Corporation Sells Land to Local Developers
FLOYDADA, TX – Don Hardy Fuel Efficient Engines has agreed to purchase two parcels of land in the downtown area. According to Ryan Crowe, Executive Director for the Floydada Economic Development Corporation (EDC), the local businesses will
Floyd County Record Player Spotlight: Masen Rehkopf
LOCKNEY, TX – The Floyd County Record continues to spotlight the athletes that represent our communities, including junior Masen Rehkopf. As a second-year varsity member, what is something that you’ve noticed as a more experienced player? I
Longhorn Band Makes History; Earns Trip to State Competition
AMARILLO, TX – The Lockney Longhorn band competed at the 2023 UIL Area Competition at Dick Bivins Stadium in Amarillo on Saturday. The Longhorn band competed against 25 other schools, with only three schools advancing to the
Early Voting Begins Today for Statewide Proposition 1
FLOYD COUNTY, TX – A generational opportunity to support Texas farm and ranch families is on the statewide ballot. Farming and ranching are more difficult as our state grows. Texas is expected to grow by another 13
Carl’s Cogitations: Do You Believe, Really Believe?
Do you really, truly, honestly believe in God and Christ? Ponder the following as you reflect on your own beliefs and faith… Þ If God told you to build a giant ship; would you? Noah did. Þ If God
Longhorns Remain Unbeaten in District with Win Over Ralls
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorns hosted the Ralls Jackrabbits in a district battle on Friday. Ralls started the game in the lead, as they scored first and led 6-0. Lockney would respond in the second quarter
Longhorn Band Advances to Area Competition on Saturday
LUBBOCK, TX – The Lockney Longhorn Band competed in the UIL Regional Competition on Saturday, October 14th, at Lowery Field in Lubbock. The Longhorn Band was awarded with their 1st Division Rating at the marching competition and
Longhorns JV and Shorthorns in Action on Thursday
RALLS, TX – The Lockney JV and Shorthorns teams will travel to Ralls on Thursday to compete in a district matchup. The Shorthorns will kick off at 5:00 p.m. The Longhorn JV will follow with a kickoff
Whirlwind JV and Junior High Battle Bulldogs on Thursday
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada junior high and JV teams will be in action on Thursday as they host the Tahoka Bulldogs in a district game. Tahoka will have a combined junior high team, and to ensure
Open Enrollment Begins For Medicare Part D
FLOYDADA, TX – In preparation for the upcoming Medicare Part D open enrollment period, millions of Medicare beneficiaries are gearing up to review their prescription drug coverage options. The open enrollment period, which runs from October 15th
Armandina “Dina” Z Trevino-Vuittonet (Kress)
Armandina “Dina” Z Trevino Vuittonet, 65, passed away on October 11, 2023. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, October 16, 2023, at Bartley Memorial Chapel at 10:00 AM. Dina was born to Leonardo and Lucas
Bessie Juaneal Glover Krambeck (Floydada)
Bessie Juaneal Glover Krambeck, age 94, passed away Saturday, October 14, 2023, in Lubbock, Texas. A graveside service will take place at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, October 19, 2023, at the Dougherty Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11:00
Moraima Ybarra (Floydada)
Moraima Jean Ybarra, age 48, passed away on October 15, 2023. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m., Friday, October 20, 2023, at St. Mary Magdalen Church in Floydada. Interment will follow at the Floydada
Lockney’s Jimenez Named Statewide Player of The Week
LOCKNEY, TX – Lockney’s junior running back Xavier Jimenez has received the “2A Ford Built Tough Player of the Week” and will be featured in the latest episode on Bally Sports Southwest. The player of the week
Lady Winds Basketball Returns with Hopes to Continue Success
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds basketball teams will begin their 2023–2024 campaigns today as the UIL allows teams to begin their first day of practice. The Lady Winds are led by head coach Adam Zepeda.
Whirlwinds on the Road Against Tahoka in District Battle
TAHOKA, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds look to get back in the win column this week as they travel to Tahoka to battle the Bulldogs in a district matchup. Floydada (4-3, 0-2) fell 34-17 last week in
Battle For First Place in Lockney on Friday
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorns will host the Ralls Jackrabbits in a district matchup on Friday. Lockney (5-1, 2-0) defeated Sudan 38-34 in last week’s game. Ralls (6-1, 2-0) were victorious in their game against Hale
Hospital Employees to Receive Raises on Hiring Anniversary
LOCKNEY, TX – Employees at WJ Mangold Memorial Hospital can expect to see a 2.5 percent increase in wages following the approval of the FY24 Management Plan and Budget by board trustees recently. According to Vince DiFranco,
Floyd County Hospital Holds Fundraiser for Continued Support
FLOYD COUNTY, TX – WJ. Mangold Memorial Hospital Foundation Fundraiser continues through October, find out more information here and how to enter for a chance to win the grand prize. “The WJ Mangold Foundation Board is in
Longhorns Look to Continue Success Against Hornets
SUDAN, TX – The Lockney Longhorns travel to Sudan to battle the Hornets in district action on Friday night. The Longhorns (4-1, 1-0) are on a current three-game win streak, winning their district opener against Crosbyton last
Whirlwinds Look to Bounce Back Against New Deal Lions
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds will host the New Deal Lions in a district matchup. Floydada (4-2, 0-1) fell to Sundown last week 21-14 in the district opener. New Deal (3-3, 1-0) defeated Tahoka 29-12 in
Register for 2023 5k Run at Punkin Days
FLOYDADA, TX – A 5k run will be available for those wanting to participate in the 2023 Punkin Days. The run will start at 9:00 a.m., with the runners starting from the square in downtown Floydada. To
Six Students, Two Educators, and Two Principals Recognized
FLOYDADA, TX – Jennifer Emert and Shannon Johnson led a list of educators and students recognized this week by the Floydada Collegiate Independent School District Board of Trustees at their regular monthly meeting. Emert serves at AB
Car Show to be Featured at 2023 Punkin Days
FLOYDADA, TX – A popular event that will be featured at the 2023 Punkin Days will be the car show. Registration for the car show will start at 9:00 a.m. The car show will begin at 10:00
Floyd County Historical Museum Hosts Rope Making for Punkin Days
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floyd County Historical Museum will be open to visitors during Punkin Days, with activities planned throughout the day. The museum will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. One of the activities