Floydada’s Angel Garza Selected Region President for BPA
WOLFFORTH, TX – Twenty-eight Floydada Collegiate High School (FCHS) BPA Team members placed at the recent Business Professionals of America competition here. In addition, FCHS Junior Angel Garza was elected to the Area 4 Region 1 President
Aida Palomin (Lockney)
Aida Palomin, 53, of Lockney, departed this life on January 14, 2024, in Lubbock, TX. She was born December 5, 1970, in Lockney to Oscar & Janie Palomin. Aida dedicated her life to her three beautiful children,
Dominga Juarez (Floydada)
Dominga Juarez, age 81, passed away on Friday, January 5, 2024, and funeral services were held on Saturday, January 13, 2024, at Primera Iglesia Bautista in Floydada. Dominga was born May 17, 1942 in San Antonio, Texas
Zora Reecer (Lockney)
Zora Reecer, age 97, passed away on January 11th, 2024. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday, January 19, 2024, at the Lockney Methodist Church. Interment will follow at Lockney Cemetery. Visitation will be held
Lady Horns Second Half Comeback Not Enough on Friday
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns were at home on Friday, as they were up against the Hale Center Lady Owls. The Lady Owls went ahead in the first quarter, 26-12. The Lady Horns were shut
Longhorns Fall Short Against Owls on Friday
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorns were in district action on Friday night as they hosted the Hale Center Owls. The Owls wasted no time and jumped out quickly to a 25-9 lead at the end of
Hobbs Celebrates 1,500 Points; Whirlwinds Continue to Roll
FLOYDADA, TX – The #6-ranked Floydada Whirlwinds hosted the Olton Mustangs in a battle for first place in the district standings on Friday. Floydada was able to jump out to an early 20-7 in the first quarter
Lady Winds Get 7th Straight District Win on Friday
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds played host to the Olton Fillies on Friday in a district matchup. The Lady Winds were able to get ahead quickly on the Fillies to go up 19-6. Floydada’s defense
Cathy’s Floral Selected as Floydada’s 2023 Business of the Year
FLOYDADA, TX – Cathy’s Floral was honored as Floydada’s “2023 Business of the Year” by the Floydada Chamber of Commerce on Thursday night during their annual banquet. The Floydada Chamber of Commerce held its annual banquet on
Floydada Chamber of Commerce Honors Mike Reeves as 2023 Citizen of the Year
FLOYDADA, TX – Mike Reeves was honored as Floydada’s “2023 Citizen of the Year” by the Floydada Chamber of Commerce on Thursday night during their annual banquet. The Floydada Chamber of Commerce held its annual banquet on
Floydada School Board Considering Superintendent’s Evaluation and Contract
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Collegiate ISD Board of Trustees meets tonight in regular session with just a few items on the agenda. Board members will discuss the evaluation of Superintendent Dr. Gilbert Trevino before taking action
Floydada Whirlwinds Win Big Against Ralls on Tuesday
RALLS, TX – The #6-ranked Floydada Whirlwinds made the trip to Ralls on Tuesday to battle the Jackrabbits in a district matchup. Floydada jumped out to an early 21-10 lead after the first quarter. The Whirlwinds didn’t
Lady Winds Remain Undefeated in District Play
RALLS, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds were on the road this week as they traveled to play the Ralls Lady Rabbits in a district matchup. Floydada began the game with a 15-11 lead after the first
Lady Horns Look to Build Off Last Week’s Win
OLTON, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns look to continue their success as they are on the road against Olton on Tuesday. The Lady Horns (1-13, 1-4) defeated Ralls 53-59 on Friday. Olton (2-13, 2-3) fell to
Lockney Looks to Win Back-to-Back in Olton
OLTON, TX – The Lockney Longhorns are back in action on Tuesday night as they travel to Olton to battle the Mustangs in district action. The Longhorns (6-8, 2-1) were victorious against Ralls on Friday, 68-56. The
#6 Whirlwinds On the Road for District Game
RALLS, TX – The #6-ranked Floydada Whirlwinds go to Ralls on Tuesday to battle the Jackrabbits in a district matchup. Floydada (15-6, 3-0) was victorious over Smyer, 68-42. Ralls (7-9, 0-3) fell to Lockney on Friday, 68-56.
Lady Winds Seeking 6th Straight Win on Tuesday
RALLS, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds are on the road again this week as they travel to play the Ralls Lady Rabbits. The Lady Winds (16-3, 5-0) defeated Smyer 50-32 in their last game on Friday.
Kaileigh Cook Wins County Barrow and Gilt Shows
MUNCY, TX – Kaileigh Cook cleaned up during the Swine Shows at Saturday’s annual Floyd County Livestock Show. Cook’s Hamp rode to Grand Champion in the Barrow Show while her Cross took the honors with the Gilts.
Chesshir’s Medium Wool Wins Top Lamb Honors Saturday
MUNCY, TX – A Medium Wool lamb won Saturday at the Floyd County Livestock Show. That lamb, shown by Sydni Chesshir, took Grand Champion while Colby Guerrero’s Fine Wool Cross claimed Reserve Champion during the event. Guerrero
Guerrero and Chesshir Crowned Champions in Goat Show
MUNCY, TX – Colby Guerrero took home top honors at the Floyd County Goat Show over the weekend, winning Grand Champion. Sydni Chesshir claimed the Reserve Champion and Senior Showmanship awards, while Dax Guerrero claimed Junior Showmanship.
Floydada Firefighters Respond to Five Calls in December
FLOYDADA, TX – Volunteer firefighters responded to five calls in December, but only three involved actual fire. First responders arrived to assist EMS at Dollar General following a vehicle driving into the building. While waiting for Santa
Longhorns’ Powerlifting Season Starts With Good Results
DUMAS, TX – The Lockney Longhorns Powerlifting teams traveled to the 5th annual Demon Powerlifting Meet on Friday. The Lockney boys team took 4th place overall. The Lockney girls team placed 5th overall. BOYS RESULTS: 148’s
Floyd County Commissioners Meet Monday in Regular Session
FLOYDADA, TX – Floyd County Commissioners meet in Regular Session at 8:00 am to discuss policies for the upcoming March elections. In addition, they will receive presentations on the County’s ARPA Funds, Financial Report, and the Floyd
Lady Horns Secure District Win in Friday’s Home Game
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns hosted the Ralls Lady Rabbits in a district matchup on Friday. The Lady Rabbits started the first half with a 28-25 lead. In the third quarter, the Lady Horns battled
Lockney Longhorns Rebound at Home Against Ralls
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorns played host to the Ralls Jackrabbits on Friday in a district game. Lockney was able to jump out quickly and take a 19-8 lead after the first quarter. The Longhorns continued
Lady Winds Continue District Win Streak on Friday
SMYER, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds were on the road Friday in Smyer for a district matchup. Floydada’s defense held the Lady Cats to just two points in the first quarter with a 15-2 lead. The
Whirlwinds Win Big in Friday’s District Game
SMYER, TX – The #7-ranked Floydada Whirlwinds were in district action on Friday night against the Smyer Bobcats. In the first quarter, the Whirlwinds got up quickly to a 16-8 lead. Floydada was able to continue pressure
Luna Takes Dual Honors in County Rabbit Show
MUNCY, TX – Lillian Luna’s Mini-Lop took Grand Champion Rabbit honors at this year’s Floyd County Stock Show. Gage Bak claimed Reserve Champion from among the 44 entries on Wednesday. Luna added the Junior Showmanship award, while
Kellison and Sanchez Show Floyd Counties Top Steers
MUNCY, TX – Parker Kellison showed the Grand Champion Steer Wednesday at the annual Floyd County Livestock Show. The event also saw David Sanchez claim Reserve Champion from the 15 entries. The Stock Show concludes today at
Cole and Kidd Take Heifer and Showmanship Awards
MUNCY, TX – Braxton Cole cleaned up at the 2024 Floyd County Livestock Show on Wednesday, claiming the Grand Champion Heifer and the Junior Showmanship Award. Brailey Kidd added the Senior Showmanship to her Reserve Champion award.