Whirlwinds Fall to Mustangs in First District Loss
OLTON, TX – The #5-ranked Floydada Whirlwinds (22-5, 4-1) battled against the #14-ranked Olton Mustangs (16-4, 5-0) on Friday night. The Whirlwinds came out of the opening tip with a run and would take the lead at
Cotton Industry Still Puzzled By USDA’s Increasing Estimates
LUBBOCK, TX – Despite a cotton-growing trainwreck in the Texas High Plains in 2022, USDA remains optimistic about last year’s domestic crop size. In their latest supply and demand estimates report (WASDE), the government found higher production
Kathryn Diane Hill (Floydada)
Kathryn Diane Hill, age 64, of Floydada, joined Jesus on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones in Lubbock, TX. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 14, 2023, at Moore-Rose
Christina “KiKi” Martinez (Floydada)
Christina “KiKi’ Martinez, age 54, of Floydada, passed away, Thursday, January 12, 2023, at her home. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church in Floydada. Interment
Carl’s Cogitations: Can the Bible be Understood (Part 2)
Last week we began the second leg in our journey of determining the trustworthiness of the Bible. The first leg took several weeks exploring a sampling of evidence that demonstrated that the writings of the Bible had
Friends of the Floyd County Library Meet Thursday
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floyd County Friends of the Library will meet for the first time this new year on Thursday at 10:00 am. The meeting is open to any former members and anyone over the age
Seven Sentence Sermon: Would You Like Fries Too?
“I’m not being fed” is a common phrase among some church-goers today. This lack of nourishment in the faith is causing followers to wander from camp to camp in search of their next meal. So how, in
Hinson and Pena Receive Diplomas During WTAMU Graduation
CANYON, TX – Two Floyd County students walked the stage along with 960 other graduates at West Texas A&M University (WTAMU). Kalissia Leigh Hinson received her Masters in Teaching, while Brittany Ivette Pena received her Bachelor of
Lady Horns Battle against Lady Owls in District Play on Friday
HALE CENTER, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns (16-8, 3-3) travel to play the Hale Center Lady Owls (19-6, 5-1) in district action on Friday. The Lady Horns lost their last game to Olton in overtime, 52-44.
Longhorns Look to Rebound Against Hale Center
HALE CENTER, TX – The Lockney Longhorns (9-9, 1-3) will take on the Hale Center Owls (7-11, 1-3) in district play on Friday. The Lockney Longhorns lost their last game to the Olton Mustangs 71-48. The Owls
Lady Winds Travel to Olton for District Game
OLTON, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds (13-7, 4-2) travel to play the Olton Fillies (8-14, 4-2) in district play. The Lady Winds won their last game over the Ralls Lady Rabbits 54-39. The Fillies won their
Top 25 Matchup for a District Game in Olton
OLTON, TX – The #5-ranked Floydada Whirlwinds (22-4, 4-0) will battle against the #14-ranked Olton Mustangs (15-4, 4-0) as they play in a district matchup. Floydada beat Ralls 123-49 on Tuesday. Olton defeated Lockney 71-48 in their
New Broadband Map Details Challenges for Floyd County
FLOYDADA, TX – Floyd County needs help to bridge the digital divide, referring to the lack of reliable high-speed internet, but a new statewide map appears to eliminate the ability to access government funding across the 900
Despite Drought, Floyd County Produces 100,000 Bale Crop
LOCKNEY, TX – Floyd County gins have wrapped up another cotton ginning season, but the landscape differs from just one year ago. Cotton prices, which fell to 50¢ per pound in April of 2020, rallied to an
Floyd County Sales Tax Revenue Increases 3 Percent
AUSTIN, TX – Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced today he would send cities, counties, transit systems, and special purpose districts $1.07 billion in local sales tax allocations for January, 7.6 percent more than in January 2022 and
Lady Horns and Fillies Battle in OT in District Game on Tuesday
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns (16-8, 3-3) played against the Olton Fillies (8-14, 4-2) on Tuesday night in a district matchup. The two teams were back and forth in the first quarter and would end
Longhorns Battle #14 Ranked Olton Mustangs in District Game
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorns (9-9, 1-3) hosted the #14 Olton Mustangs (15-4, 4-0) on Tuesday night for a district game. The Mustangs were able to start the game with a 25-2 first quarter. In the
Wickware Leads Lady Winds in Victory over Lady Rabbits
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds (13-7, 4-2) hosted the Ralls Lady Rabbits (5-12, 0-6) on Tuesday night for a district game. The Lady Winds exchanged buckets with the Lady Rabbits in the first quarter but
Intentional Investing: LOCKHEED MARTIN CORP
“There will be wars and rumors of wars.” And that is why there will always be demand for defense companies that supply the weapons of war. Lockheed Martin Corp (LMT) is one of the largest defense companies
Whirlwinds Dominate Jackrabbits in District Game on Tuesday
FLOYDADA, TX – The #5 ranked Floydada Whirlwinds (22-4, 4-0) played host to the Ralls Jackrabbits (3-16, 1-3) on Tuesday in a district game. The Floydada Whirlwinds jumped out to an early lead, leading 31-6 at the
Floydada CISD School Board Meets Next Thursday Night
FLOYDADA, TX – Floydada Collegiate ISD School Board members were scheduled to meet in regular session on Thursday, but due to a death in the family of Superintendent Dr. Gilbert Trevino, the meeting has been postponed until
Dale Ross (Lockney)
Dale Ross, age 91, passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2023, in Gatesville, Texas. A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 7, 2023, at the Lockney Cemetery, with Augie Agulaira officiating. A visitation
David Mendoza (Spur)
David Mendoza, of Spur, Texas, passed away on Saturday, January 7, 2023. A funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 14, 2023, at Moore-Rose Funeral Home in Floydada, with Moses Blanco officiating. Interment
Reta Pierce (Floydada)
Reta Loraine Pierce, age 92, of Floydada, passed away on Monday, January 9, 2023. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, January 13, 2023, at the First Baptist Church in Floydada, with Mark Snowden
Kay Lynne Phillips (Lockney)
Kay Lynne Phillips joined her Lord and Savior on January 4, 2023, at the age of 79, in Plainview, Texas. Visitation will be at Bartley Memorial Chapel Friday, January 6, 2023, from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm.
Record Dairy Prices Expected Due to Increased Exports
WASHINGTON, DC – Though there have been challenges within the domestic dairy industry over the past few years, 2022 is shaping up to be a record year for prices, according to the latest data from the National
Elementary Ballers Showing Off Skills Tonight With PIP
FLOYDADA, TX – “We felt there was a need for our kids to have the fundamentals of basketball,” is why a group of parents stepped up and brought back the PIP program this year. Teysha Cornelius explains
USDA Expanding Meat Processing With $9.6 Million Investment
AMARILLO, TX – On Friday, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that USDA is investing $9.6 million across the country and taking several other steps to help farmers, ranchers, processors, and rural businesses diversify the nation’s meat supply.
Lady Horns Host Olton Fillies in District Game on Tuesday
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns will play against the Olton Fillies on Tuesday night in a district matchup. The Lady Horns defeated the Ralls Lady Rabbits on Friday, 46-42. The Fillies defeated the New Deal
Longhorns Battle Mustangs in District Game on Tuesday
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorns (9-8, 1-2) will host the #14 Olton Mustangs (14-4, 3-0) on Tuesday night for a district game. The Longhorns won their first district game last Friday against the Ralls Jackrabbits, 70-63.