Rep. Arrington in Lockney for Town Hall Meeting
LOCKNEY, TX – While back home for the Independence Day Congressional recess, Rep. Jodey Arrington (Lubbock) is meeting with constituents to talk about what’s happening in Washington, DC, and what needs the community has. Two weeks ago,
Crockett Says Rural Communities and Inner-Cities Are Related
WASHINGTON, DC – BONTON FARMS is special for some in the community, especially because of the donations of equipment, time, and money made to the organization in South Dallas. Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett is the newly-elected representative for
Floydada Little League Team Places Second in All Star Tournament
POST, TX – The Floydada Juniors Baseball team competed in the District 38 Little League All Stars tournament in Post this past week. They started their tournament by winning their first two games against Tahoka and Post.
Floyd County Commissioners Meeting in Regular Session Today
FLOYDADA, TX – Floyd County Commissioners meet in regular session this morning to discuss law enforcement salary increases as required by SB-22 and roofs on the Courthouse/AgriLife Building. Though no action will be taken, the Court will
Carl’s Cogitations: When Disaster Strikes
I am sitting down to write this article the day following the terrible calamity that befell the community of Matador; occurring on the heels of the destruction of the same nature which struck Perryton. And on the
Lockney’s Minor All Star Team Plays in Championship at All Star Tournament
SLATON, TX- The Lockney Little League was represented in the District 38 Little League All Star tournaments with their major and minor teams. The Lockney Minor All Star team started their tournament in Slaton against Post on
Teresa Bigham (Lockney)
Teresa (Lamb) Bigham, age 52, of Lockney, went to be with our Lord on June 17, 2023. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, June 23, 2023, at the Lockney Methodist Church. Visitation
Floydada Little League Summer Baseball and Softball Camps
FLOYDADA, TX – Join the Floydada Little League and Bass Bombers Baseball and Softball for their Summer camps. The two day softball camp will begin on Monday, June 26, and will be held at the Floydada Little
Four Dead in Matador After Wednesday Night Tornado
MATADOR, TX – Four are dead this morning in neighboring Motley County after a tornado hit the county on Wednesday evening. Just after 8:00 pm, a storm moving southeast produced a tornado that hit the west side
Ty Smith Live From The Backroom With Remington Ricketts
LUBBOCK, TX – 15-year old Ty Smith joins Remington Ricketts Live From The Backroom to talk about what life as a young musician is like as well as being a traveling billiards player. Ty Smith is a
Former Lockney Resident Named OSU’s Dean of Agriculture
WEST LAFAYETTE, IN – A former Lockney resident will move closer to home. “It has been an honor and privilege to serve as the head of the Agricultural Economics Department at Purdue University, and I will miss
American Farm Bureau Federation President Encourages Local Involvement
WASHINGTON, DC – When were you last upset with or frustrated by government action or inaction? “It is our job, as businessmen, to take care of our business, and not all of our business is inside the
2023 Floydada Little League All Stars Tournaments in Action
LUBBOCK COUNTY, TX – The Floydada Little League Association has been represented across West Texas this past week with the Little League All Stars tournaments taking place. The Coach Pitch All Stars defeated Slaton in their first
Hembree Takes the Reigns as Whirlwinds Head Basketball Coach
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds have hired their new basketball coach for the 2023–2024 season. Plainview native Karson Hembree was named the head coach for the Whirlwinds on Monday. Hembree graduated from Plainview in 2014 and
Floydada Fire Department Receives $5500 from Recent Fundraiser
FLOYDADA, TX – A recent fundraiser helped to raise $5,500 to benefit the Floydada Volunteer Fire Department (VFD). Lane Garvin of Silverton won a Limited Edition John Deere Gun Safe in a raffle, raising some funds. The
Lack of Consistent Trash Collection Plaguing Floydada Citizens
FLOYDADA, TX – Local residents have expressed frustration with the city’s lack of consistent trash service. Elected representatives will discuss and possibly take action on the problem at tonight’s monthly City Council meeting. The city contracts trash
Lady Winds Awarded With Selections into All-State Team
FLOYDADA, TX – Three members of the Floydada Lady Winds have been selected into the 2023 Texas Girls Coaches Association 2A Softball All-State Team. The TGCA is one of the largest associations of coaches in the United
Floydada Whirlwind Athletic Booster Club’s Golf Tournament
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Whirlwind Athletic Booster Club is hosting a golf tournament on Monday, July 10th, at 9:30 a.m at the Floydada Country Club. The signup fee is $75 per person or $300 for a
Patsy Patrick (Plainview)
Patsy Lanelle Patrick, 85, of Plainview, took her last earthly breath on Wednesday, February 15, 2023, after a courageous four-year battle with cancer. Cremation arrangements were under the care of Lemons Funeral Home. Patsy was born on
Marsha Harmon (Plainview)
Marsha Harmon, 64, of Plainview, Texas, passed away on Monday, June 12, 2023. A memorial service for Ms. Harmon will be at a later date. Cremation arrangements are under the care of Lemons Funeral Home. Marsha was
Angel Gift Provides Final Financial Resource for Technology
LOCKNEY, TX – On the heels of an anonymous donation of $18,000, the new CT Scan machine at W.J. Mangold Memorial Hospital has been paid off. During a recent Lockney General Hospital District meeting, CEO Vince DiFranco
Banks, Postal Service and Government Offices Closed Today
FLOYD COUNTY, TX – Banks, government offices, and the post office will be closed today during Juneteenth. Though Texas has long celebrated the day, two years ago, President Joe Biden signed proclaimed the day a Federal Holiday.
Farm Bill Update from House Agriculture Committee Chairman
WASHINGTON, DC – “We’re rounding first base,” Rep. G.T. Thompson (PA-15) said Wednesday, on the way to scoring a new farm bill in Congress this year. Thompson serves as Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee and leads
Carl’s Cogitations: The Father’s Role
It is that time of year when the thoughts of many turns to honor and remember fathers. Many will give cards and gifts, and some will go to their dad’s favorite restaurant, and still, others will visit
Seven Sentence Sermon: What is the cost?
How much money do you have in your pocket right now, and would you give it all to a stranger just walking by, with no questions asked? I saw Mary walking in a park with a sign
Judy Lloyd (Floydada)
Judy Chappell Lloyd, 65, of Floydada, passed away on June 12, 2023. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, June 17, 2023, at the Floydada Methodist Church. Burial will follow at the Floyd County
New Produce Stand/Mexican Import Shop Opening Soon
FLOYDADA, TX – Following a request for assistance, a new produce stand/Mexican imports shop will open in the 300 block of South Main. Sally & Ramiro Coss with R&S Trucking own the new business and will open
Golf Tournament Held at Floydada Country Club on June 19
FLOYDADA, TX – The first annual Floyd County Junior Stock Show Association Scholarship Golf Tournament will be held on Monday, June 19, at the Floydada Country Club. The tournament will be $100 per person, $400 for a
Arrington Talks Budget and Future of Farm Bill
WASHINGTON, DC – Over the past three years, Floyd County farmers and ranchers have received emergency assistance from Congress through the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). How will emergency aid be dealt with, especially as the
Carl’s Cogitations: Nothing to Read Here
Between this weekly column, the weekly radio show Sunday mornings at nine on 106.1 FLIP FM, Sunday morning class at 9:30, the sermon for Sunday morning worship at 10:30, the sermon for most Sunday evening services at