Floydada Teacher Set to Re-Retire After 42 Years
FLOYDADA, TX – One name that has been a constant in education circles for more than five decades is Melva Dorman. After teaching science for 30 years in Floydada, she retired in 2018. She might still have
Floyd County Well-Represented at Boys THSPA Powerlifting Meet
ABILENE, TX – Two Floyd County powerlifters advanced to the Texas High School Powerlifting Association’s State competition on Saturday. Lockney’s Rudy Jiminez competed in the 242-pound weight class and finished in seventh place, just 160 pounds from
Lady Horns Rally Late to Defeat Petersburg on Saturday
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns (9-9, 0-4) battled Petersburg (1-7, 0-1) on Saturday in a non-district game. Petersburg would jump out to an early 6-3 lead after three innings. Lockney would respond and take a
Lady Winds Continue Win Streak with Win Over Sundown
FLOYDADA, TX – The #13-ranked Floydada Lady Winds hosted the Sundown Roughettes on Saturday in a district game. The Lady Winds would take an early lead, 6-5, after three innings. Floydada would score five runs in the
Whirlwinds Defeated By Mustangs on Saturday in District Game
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds (3-12, 0-4) played the Olton Mustangs on Saturday in a district game. Olton would score one run in the first inning, but the Whirlwinds would respond with two runs in the
Seven Sentence Sermon: Shade Tree Mechanics
Ever heard the term “shade tree mechanic”? After searching the internet for a good definition, we stumbled upon this one from an unknown source: “shade tree mechanic” generally refers to someone without formal training or a repair
Floydada High School Principal Dara Ware Announces Retirement
FLOYDADA, TX – After 32 years with the district, Floydada Collegiate High School Principal Dara Ware is retiring. The Silverton native became a Whirlwind in 1991 as a teacher/coach at Floydada Junior High (FJHS) and became the
Trio of Cotton, Cotton, Rainwater Claim Scramble Victory
FLOYD COUNTY, TX – A three-shot lead won Thursday’s weekly Scramble at the Floydada Country Club. The trio of Crystal Cotton, Hunter Cotton, and Brandon Rainwater claimed victory by shooting a 4-under 32. The weekly Thursday Evening
Yannis Wins Latest MMA Bantamweight Bout in FURY76
SAN ANTONIO, TX – Floyd County native John Angel Yannis claimed victory tonight in a mixed martial arts (MMA) FURY76 Bantamweight bout. Yannis, who now makes his home in Plainview, defeated Casey Jones unanimously (29-28 X3). His
Lady Horns Travel to Petersburg for Non-District Softball
PETERSBURG, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns (8-9, 0-4) will travel to play Petersburg (1-6, 0-1) on Saturday in a non-district game. The Lady Horns fell 15-5 to Lubbock Christian in their last game on Tuesday. Petersburg
Lady Winds Look to Maintain Perfect Record on Saturday
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds (16-4, 5-0) will host the Sundown Roughettes on Saturday in a district game. The Lady Winds were victorious 15-10 over Sundown in their last meeting on Tuesday. Varsity will have
Whirlwinds Seek Revenge Against Mustangs on Saturday
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds (3-11, 0-3) will host the Olton Mustangs on Saturday in a district game. In their last game on Tuesday, the Mustangs were victorious over the Whirlwinds 16-15. First pitch will be
Four Whirlwinds Advance to UIL Regional Academic Meet
SUDAN, TX – Four Floydada Collegiate High School students are advancing to the Regional UIL competition after qualifying Thursday at the District Meet here. Sydni Chesshir, Sierra Snowden, Devin Reyes, and Mia Snowden will represent the Whirlwinds
Klein and Southard Lead Lockney in Academic Competition
SUDAN, TX – Lockney claimed 5th place Thursday at the UIL District 4-2A Academic Meet and will send two individuals to the Regional competition on April 21, 2023. Bryson Klein qualified in two events, and Tucker Southard
Resignations and Personnel Contracts Highlight FCISD Board Meeting
FLOYDADA, TX – Due to a lack of candidates for the upcoming May election, the Floydada Collegiate ISD Board of Trustees is expected to cancel the election and declare the unopposed candidates elected Thursday night. The Board
Andy Rendon (Lockney)
Andy Rendon, 44, of Lockney, passed away on Friday, March 17, 2023, in Amarillo, Texas. A Memorial service will be at 3:00 p.m., Thursday, March 23, 2023, at First Baptist Church in Lockney, with Pastor Arturo Faz
Floydada Track Teams Travel to Abernathy for A-Town Relays
ABERNATHY, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds and Lady Winds track team will travel to Abernathy to participate in the 2023 Abernathy A-Town Relays on Friday. Field Events: PRELIMS AND FINALS FOR VARSITY AND JV. These will be
City Council Votes to Condemn Two Local Properties
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada City Council condemned two properties during Tuesday night’s regular monthly meeting. One at 612 W. Virginia St., belonging to Caroline Arizpe, and a second at 629 E. Georgia St. belonging to Ray
Intentional Investing: TYSON FOODS INC
Tyson Foods Inc. (TSN) is one of the largest food producers in the world, known for its chicken, beef, and pork products. For investors, the company’s size and reputation may make it an attractive option, but like
Lady Horns Come Up Short Against Lubbock Christian
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns (8-9, 0-4) played the Lubbock Christian Lady Eagles on Tuesday. Both teams were able to get on the board in the first inning, as the game was tied 3-3. In
Whirlwinds Fall to Mustangs in District Baseball
OLTON, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds (3-11, 0-3) battled the Olton Mustangs in district action on Tuesday. The Whirlwinds would start the game with a nine run first inning, including a grand slam from Izaih Alvarado. Olton
Lady Winds Remain Unbeaten in District Play
SUNDOWN, TX – The #13 ranked Floydada Lady Winds (16-4, 5-0) traveled to play the Sundown Roughettes on Tuesday in a district game. The Lady Winds would go up 5-1 after the first two innings. After scoring
Floydada City Council to Consider Condemnation of Three Properties
FLOYDADA, TX – Three properties are set to be condemned at tonight’s Floydada City Council meeting. One belongs to Caroline Arizpe (612 W. Virginia St.), the second (629 E. Georgia St.) belongs to Ray Nichols, and the
June Britton Ellis (Crosbyton)
June Britton Ellis was born in Floydada, Texas, on September 29, 1931, to Lester M and Irene Warren Britton and passed away on Friday, March 17, 2023 She graduated from Floydada High School in 1949. The family
Lady Horns Host Lubbock Christian in Non-District Softball
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns (8-7, 0-4) will host the Lubbock Christian Lady Eagles (10-8) on Tuesday in a non-district game. The Lady Horns were defeated 15-0 in their last game against Sudan. The Lady
Whirlwinds Battle Mustangs in District Baseball on Tuesday
OLTON, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds (3-11, 0-2) will go to Olton on Tuesday to play the Mustangs in a district baseball game. The Whirlwinds fell to New Deal, 21-7 in their last game. Olton was victorious
Lady Winds Seek Perfection Against Sundown on Tuesday
SUNDOWN, TX – The #13-ranked Floydada Lady Winds (14-4, 4-0) will travel to play the Sundown Roughettes in a district softball matchup on Tuesday. The Lady Winds were victorious 18-0 in their last game against the New
Lockney Little League Opening Ceremonies Slated for Saturday
LOCKNEY, TX – With the official start of spring this week also comes the return of Little League baseball and softball to Floyd County. Opening ceremonies for the Lockney Little League begin at 1:00 pm on Saturday
Carl’s Cogitations: Entering the Covenant (Part 1)
Several of the past articles in this column have focused on the promise God made regarding the Seed that would come and purchase a covenant of reconciliation that would allow us the opportunity to gain eternal salvation
Seven Sentence Sermon: Is it time to let go?
Is it time to let go? That’s a question we will ask, or be asked, throughout our life, usually in relation to something difficult we’ve been dealing with, but how often do we answer this question regarding