First United Methodist Church in Floydada Changes Name
FLOYDADA, TX – Worshipping passionately, loving extravagantly, and witnessing boldly is the new mantra for Floydada Methodist Church (FMC). For a congregation that has been worshipping together since 1902, it’s a return to its roots after nearly
Floydada Whirlwinds Make Noise at New Home Classic
NEW HOME, TX- The Floydada Whirlwinds battled in the New Home Classic Tournament over the weekend, coming away with an impressive 4-1 record. Floydada matched up against Littlefield for the first round, defeating the Wildcats 80-67. The
Carl’s Cogitations: The Inspired Word (Part 3)
Continuing the exploration into the truthfulness of the Bible begun two weeks ago, let us continue to examine the probability of it truly being a collection of divinely inspired writings. As stated previously, the writers of the
Lockney’s Mariah Ascensio Scores 1,000th Point in Tahoka
TAHOKA, TX – Lockney Lady Horns senior Mariah Ascensio accomplished a big milestone in her basketball career by scoring her 1,000th point at the Tahoka Tournament on Thursday. She contributed 17 points to the team’s total and
Floydada Whirlwinds Battle in the New Home Tournament
NEW HOME, TX – The #20 ranked Floydada Whirlwinds are in action at the New Home Tournament this week. Their first round matchup was against the 4A Pampa Harvesters. Floydada’s Coach Eddie Walker described the win as
Lady Horns Make a Run in the Tahoka Tournament
TAHOKA, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns are in action at the Tahoka Tournament this week. The Lady Horns matched up against Brownfield in their first round and were able to secure the victory, 46-36. Lockney was
#20 Ranked Whirlwinds Defend Home Court Against Eagles
FLOYDADA, TX – The #20 Floydada Whirlwinds hosted the Roosevelt Eagles on Tuesday for a non-district game. The Whirlwinds were able to execute their game plan and apply pressure to the Eagles to jump out to a
Lady Winds Victorious Against Lady Eagles on Tuesday
FLOYDADA, TX – The Lady Winds were matched up against the Roosevelt Lady Eagles on Tuesday. Floydada started the game slow, only posting 6 points total in the first quarter, however, they found their groove and finished
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Longhorns Battle Mules in Non-District Matchup
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorns (0-2) were back in action on Tuesday night against the Muleshoe Mules in a non-district matchup. The Longhorns kept the game close in the first half as the teams went to
Lockney ISD board keeps drug policy, with revisions
LOCKNEY – “Why are we doing the drug testing?” Superintendent Jim Baum asked the Lockney ISD board earlier this week. The rhetorical question was meant to get the board talking about the current policy’s pros and cons,
Lockney Basketball Back in Action Against Muleshoe
LOCKNEY, TX – Lockney hosts Muleshoe for Tuesday’s non-district matchup. The Lockney JV games start with the girls at 4:00 p.m., with the boys following at 5:00 p.m. The Lady Horns (5-4) game starts at 6:15 p.m.,
Floydada Matches Up Against Lubbock-Roosevelt for Tuesday’s Games
FLOYDADA, TX – Floydada will host Lubbock-Roosevelt on Tuesday in a non-district matchup. The JV games will take place with the girls first at 4:00 p.m. and the boys following at 5:00 p.m. The Lady Winds (3-2)
Floydada Junior High Games Moved to Thursday Night
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Junior High basketball games against Ralls have been moved from Monday, November 28, to Thursday, December 1. 7th grade girls start at 5:00 p.m. and play at the Whirlwind Gym. 7th grade
Lockney Hospital District Meets in Regular Session Monday
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney General Hospital District will hold its monthly meeting on Monday at noon in the W.J. Mangold Memorial Hospital Conference Room at 320 North Main Street. W.J. Mangold Memorial Hospital is governed by
Carl’s Cogitations: The Inspired Word (Part 2)
In the last installment of Cogitations, it was pointed out that the Bible is a collection of writings that boast several claims. If these claims are true, then the Bible is the absolute most important writing that
Larry Garvin Beedy (San Saba)
Larry Garvin Beedy, age 73, passed away at the VA Hospital in Temple, Texas, on Monday, October 31, 2022. Larry was born in Floydada, Texas, on July 4, 1949, to William Garvin Beedy and Virginia Jane Frizell,
Lyle Clent Miller (Floydada)
Lyle Clent Miller of Floydada won his battle with ALS as he passed away at his home on Wednesday, November 23, 2022, at 68. Lyle was born to Orba and Maudine (McMillin) Miller on February 19, 1954,
Cindy Helen (Day) Hambright (Ohio)
Cindy Helen (Day) Hambright, age 67, of Beavercreek, Ohio, passed away on Friday, December 3, 2021. A graveside service will be held at Resthaven Cemetery in Lubbock on Saturday, December 3, at 11:30 AM, with a reception
Joy Guest (Lubbock)
Joy C. Guest was born September 2, 1934, to parents Orville and Pauline Chitty in Silverton, Texas. She passed into the presence of the Lord on November 19, 2022, after a full and wonderful life. A funeral
Lockney Senior Adriana Villarreal Scores 1,000th Career Point
ROPESVILLE, TEXAS – Lockney’s Adriana Villarreal celebrated the big milestone of 1,000 career points on November 12. The Lady Horns fell to Ropes; however, Adriana was able to walk away with something that she will keep for
Whirlwinds Continue Hot Start Against Idalou on Tuesday
IDALOU, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds (4-0) traveled to Idalou to take on the Wildcats on Tuesday in a non-district matchup. The Whirlwinds were able to jump out into the lead in the first quarter and apply
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Three honored at Lubbock district 4-H awards
LUBBOCK – Two Floyd County students have received the highest awards given to 4-H members, and a longtime volunteer was recognized for his service to the community Monday night. Kaileigh Cook of Lockney and Sydni Chesshir of
Whirlwinds Rain Down 3s in Victory Over Chieftains
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds were in action on Monday afternoon against the Friona Chieftains. In a preseason interview, Coach Walker mentioned that he likes to implement an intense and fast-paced game to get the opponents
Lady Winds Dominate Squaws in Non-District Action
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds (3-2) played host to the Friona Squaws on Monday afternoon in a non-district matchup. The Lady Winds came out with intensity to start the game and were able to take
Lady Horns Score Big Against the Seagraves Eagles
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns played host to the Seagraves Eagles on Monday afternoon. Lockney’s senior Adrianna Villarreal had yet another big night for the Lady Horns as she produced 24 of the team’s 44
County Commissioners canvass November 8 election
FLOYDADA – It’s a technicality, but a serious and important one when it comes to election law. On Monday afternoon Floyd County Commissioners canvassed the results from the November 8 election. The count, which started at 1:04
Barry Keith Fyffe (Plainview)
Barry Keith Fyffe joined his Lord and Savior on November 17, 2022, at 86, surrounded by his wife and family members in Lubbock, Texas. Services will be held at 2 p.m.., Monday, November 21, 2002, at First
Catherine (Cathy) Marie Appling Miller (Tulia)
Catherine (Cathy) Marie Appling Miller died on November 18, 2022, at 89. The funeral service will be held at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at First United Methodist Church in Tulia, Texas. Burial will follow at