Intentional Investing: Investing Definitions
As we speed towards the end of the year, I thought it would be helpful to give some definitions of some of the terms I may use in my articles. Below is a list of some of
Second Drought of a Lifetime Describes 2022 Weather
FLOYD COUNTY, TX – After a historic drought in 2011, many residents may have thought it was a once-in-a-lifetime weather event. Unfortunately, the drought of 2022 may top it. According to the final U.S. drought monitor for
McGuire Closes the Cash Till for Final Time
FLOYDADA, TX – After 33 years of service, a familiar face is leaving First Texas National Bank. Jodie McGuire celebrated her retirement last week, capping off a career with the locally-owned firm that began back in 1989.
Margaret Rodgers Burton (Lubbock)
Margaret Louise (McKinney) Rodgers Burton, 100, went to her heavenly home on Friday, December 16, 2022. Margaret was born August 10, 1922, in Floyd County, Floydada, Texas, to John James and Virginia Lee (Wade) McKinney. Margaret was
Carl’s Cogitations: Details of His Birth
Since we find ourselves at a natural pause transitioning topics in the current series of studies presented in this column, I thought we would focus this space for the subsequent two iterations on the seasonal time we
Ricky Ascencio (Lockney)
Ricky Ascencio, age 47, of Lockney, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family on Sunday, December 18, 2022, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, December
Wind Chill Warning Issued for Entire South Plains
FLOYD COUNTY, TX – An arctic blast blew through the region after 2:00 am, bringing high winds and bitterly cold temperatures. From a high of 54° to an early morning low of 4°, the temperatures’ swing paled
Lockney Lady Horns Continue Win Streak Against Smyer
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns (16-5, 2-1) won their second district game in a row over the Smyer Lady Cats (6-12, 0-3) on Tuesday. The Lady Cats came out to take the lead at the
Longhorns Fall to Smyer Bobcats in District Opener
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorns (8-6, 0-1) faced off against the Smyer Bobcats (2-11, 1-0) in each of the teams’ first district game. The Bobcats’ defense in the first quarter set the tone for the game
Lady Winds Find First District Win Against New Deal
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds (6-7, 1-2) were victorious in their district game against the New Deal Lady Lions (9-7, 1-2) on Tuesday. The Lady Winds came out and set the tone for the game
Ranked Battle Ends in Dramatic Fashion in Floydada
FLOYDADA, TX – The #16 Floydada Whirlwinds (14-4, 1-0) were victorious in their district opener on Tuesday against the #7 New Deal Lions (9-4, 0-1). At the end of the first half, the Winds battled for a
Intentional Investing: COHEN AND STEERS INFRASTRUCTURE FUND
Cohen and Steers Infrastructure Fund (UTF) is similar to the fund we highlighted last week, the Reeves Utility Income Fund (UTG). They are often considered sister funds, even though they are managed by different investment firms. UTF
Lady Horns Battle Smyer on Tuesday in District Action
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns (14-5, 1-1) look to continue their momentum from last week as they host the Smyer Lady Cats (6-11, 0-2) in a district game. The Lady Horns defeated the New Deal
Longhorns First District Game Against Smyer on Tuesday
LOCKNEY, TX – Tuesday night’s district matchup in Lockney will see the Longhorns tip-off against the Smyer Bobcats. This will be the first district game for both teams. Tip-off for the JV boys will be at 5:00
Lady Winds Host Lady Lions for District Game
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds (5-7, 0-2) look to get their first district win against the New Deal Lady Lions (9-6, 1-1) on Tuesday. Last Friday, the Lady Winds battled Sudan and lost 86–47. For
Two Ranked Teams Battle in First District Game
FLOYDADA, TX – The #16 Floydada Whirlwinds (13-4, 0-0) start their district campaign on Tuesday against the #7 New Deal Lions (9-3, 0-0). The game will take place in Floydada, with the game starting at 7:45 p.m.
Carl’s Cogitations: The Inspired Word (Part 5)
In last week’s article, a sampling of scientific facts presented in the scriptures far before the time when the authors could know them was presented. Just as with the scientific evidence that supports inspiration, there is a
Lady Winds Bested by Sudan in District Play
SUDAN, TX – The Sudan Lady Hornets hosted the Floydada Lady Winds for a district game on Friday night. Thanks to a 60 point first half, the Lady Hornets went to the locker room at halftime with
Lady Horns Battle Back for First District Win
NEW DEAL, TX – The Lady Horns (14-5, 1-1) traveled to New Deal to battle the Lady Lions (9-6, 1-1) in their second district game. The Lady Horns battled closely with New Deal and found themselves down
Whirlwinds Achieve Triple-Digit Points in Big Win
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds (13-4) hosted the Bovina Mustangs (5-6) on Friday night in a non-district game. The Whirlwinds started the game by finding points early and often, as they outscored the Mustangs 29-17 in
FCISD board approves baseball stadium upgrades, hears grant fund updates
FLOYDADA – Floydada Collegiate ISD has money to spend, and a little over a year to spend it. On Thursday school board members heard from financial officer Sonya Glass on the state of the district’s Elementary and
W.J. Mangold Recognized with 2022 Performance Leadership Award
LOCKNEY, TX – Rural communities are home to 61 million people in this country. According to the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health (NOSORH) provide an economic engine that powers the rest of the country.
Lady Horns Travel for District Game Against New Deal
NEW DEAL, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns (13-5, 0-1) look to rebound against the New Deal Lady Lions (9-5, 1-0) after a loss in their district opener. Lockney lost to Sudan on Tuesday, 68-57. The New
Lady Winds Travel to Sudan for District Matchup
SUDAN, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds will look to get their first district win as they travel to Sudan on Friday. The Lady Winds fell to Hale Center in their first district game on Tuesday. Sudan
Weak Demand for Smaller Utility Tractors Pressuring Dealers
MILWAUKEE, WI – After experiencing historic tractor sales in the United States over the past few years, total ag equipment unit sales fell during November. According to the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), the losses were capped
Will Economic Recession Be Part of 2023 Landscape?
DENVER, CO – The U.S. economy still has considerable momentum and is not currently on the verge of recession. That statement comes from Dan Kowalski, vice president of CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange, who says, however, economists have never
Commissioners, Lockney EDC approve assistance for Mangold CT scanner
FLOYD COUNTY – As Lockney’s W.J. Mangold Memorial Hospital prepares to buy a new CT Scan machine approved by the Lockney General Hospital District in September, members of the hospital district board have begun enquiring with economic
Commissioners hear legislative updates ahead of 2023 session
FLOYDADA – As new legislative sessions get closer in Austin and Washington, Floyd County will see some changes in representation. On Monday morning State Rep. Dustin Burrows, whose District 83 will now include Floyd County, spoke with
FBC Floydada Presents “Miracle on Main Street” Tonight
FLOYDADA, TX – First Baptist Church is presenting “Miracle on Main Street” tonight (Wednesday) at 5:30 pm in the Sanctuary. The program will feature students enrolled in the FBC after-school program, JAM (Jesus and Me), in what
Intentional Investing: Reeves Utility Income Fund (UTG)
Reeves Utility Income Fund (UTG) is a closed end fund that invests at least 80% of its funds in companies that are involved with the generation or distribution of electricity, gas, or water; telecommunications; or infrastructure operations