Julie Guzman-Ibarra (Floydada)
Julie Ibarra, age 69, of Floydada, passed away on February 3, 2023, in Amarillo. Mass of Christian burial will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 9, 2023, at the St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church. Interment
Local Bank Expands Bringing More Benefits to Community
FLOYDADA, TX – Over four months ago, First Texas National Bank (FTNB) opened the doors to its first branch location, 295 miles away in Sherman. According to FTNB CEO T.K. Farris, the expansion is the culmination of
Hospital District Preparing for New Board Member Election
LOCKNEY, TX – Applications are being accepted until February 28, 2023, for a place on the Lockney General Hospital District Board of Directors. Candidates who meet the qualifications and requirements will be placed on the ballot, with
Lady Horns Finish Regular Season with Senior Night Against Hale Center
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns (20-11, 7-6) will host the Hale Center Lady Owls (23-8, 9-4) for senior night as they play their final regular-season game of the season. The Lady Horns lost their game
Longhorns Host Hale Center for Senior Night on Tuesday
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorns (12-13, 4-7) will face off against the Hale Center Owls (11-14, 5-6) on Tuesday in a district game. Lockney lost their last game to Olton, 70-38, on Friday. Hale Center lost
Lady Winds Host Olton for Senior Night and Final Regular Season Game
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds (17-11, 8-5) will host the Olton Fillies (13-16, 9-4) on Tuesday in their final game of the regular season. The Lady Winds defeated Ralls 61-23. The Fillies defeated Lockney on
Registration Underway for Floydada Little League Baseball/Softball
FLOYDADA, TX – Sign-ups are underway for the upcoming summer baseball and softball seasons. According to Jordan Cornelius, president of the Floydada Little League Association, boys and girls at least four years old are eligible to play
Senior Night for Whirlwinds as They Host #13 Mustangs
FLOYDADA, TX – The #14-ranked Floydada Whirlwinds (28-5, 10-1) will take on the #13 Olton Mustangs (22-4, 11-0) on Tuesday in a district deciding game. The Mustangs currently sit atop the district standings with a 11-0 record,
Taylor Sheridan Reveals Why He Created Yellowstone Series
NEW ORLEANS, LA – One of the most common questions posed to someone who identifies as a cattleman (with a hat) is whether there is a “train station.” That question comes based upon the popularity of the
Jessie Lee Holcombe (Floydada)
Jessie Lee Holcombe, age 85, of Floydada, passed away on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, in Plainview. Per Jessie’s wishes, there is to be no visitation or services. Cremation arrangements are under the care of Moore-Rose Funeral Home
Carl’s Cogitations: The Restoration Plea (Part 1)
The last article in this column closed by referencing what Paul wrote to the Galatians in the first chapter, sixth through ninth verse. Take a moment to read that passage again (Galatians 1:6-9). Note the bottom line
Lady Horns Fall in District Game to Olton Fillies
OLTON, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns (20-11, 7-6) traveled to play the Olton Fillies (13-16, 9-4) in a district game on Friday. It was a slow start for both teams in the first quarter, as Olton
Longhorns Battled #13 Mustangs in District Play on Friday
OLTON, TX – The Lockney Longhorns (12-13, 4-7) faced off against the district leading #13 Olton Mustangs (22-4, 11-0) on Friday in a district matchup. In the first quarter, the Longhorns were able to obtain a 15-11
Lady Winds Victorious Against Lady Rabbits in District Play
RALLS, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds (17-11, 8-5) played the Ralls Lady Rabbits (6-20, 1-12) on Friday in a district game. The Lady Winds were able to jump out to an early lead against the Lady
Whirlwinds Win Big Against Jackrabbits on Friday
RALLS, TX – The #14-ranked Floydada Whirlwinds (28-5, 10-1) traveled to play the Ralls Jackrabbits (4-22, 2-9) in district play on Friday. From the opening tip, the Whirlwinds were able to take complete control of the game
Seven Sentence Sermon: They Don’t Deserve to Win
Do you sometimes get frustrated when you see someone who doesn’t deserve an award, praise, or even a break, get one? Though we tend to feel upset, I Chronicles 29:11-12 (TLB) reminds us, “Everything in the heavens
Lady Horns Battle Olton Fillies in District Game on Friday
OLTON, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns (20-10, 7-5) will travel to play the Olton Fillies (12-16, 8-4) in a district game on Friday. The Lady Horns won their last game against Ralls 57-34. New Deal defeated
Longhorns Look to Upset Mustangs in Friday’s District Game
OLTON, TX – The Lockney Longhorns (12-12, 4-6) will face the district leading Olton Mustangs (21-4, 10-0) on Friday in a district matchup. The Longhorns defeated Ralls on Tuesday, 52-48. Olton won their game against New Deal
Floydada Lady Winds District Game Against Ralls on Friday
RALLS, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds (16-11, 7-5) will play the Ralls Lady Rabbits (6-19, 1-11) on Friday in a district game. The Lady Winds were victorious, 53-34, in their last game against Smyer on Thursday.
Whirlwinds Travel to Play Ralls in District Game
RALLS, TX – The #14-ranked Floydada Whirlwinds (27-5, 9-1) will face the Ralls Jackrabbits (4-21, 2-8) in district play on Friday. The Whirlwinds won their game on Thursday against Smyer 98-46. Ralls fell to Lockney on Tuesday,
Lady Winds Led by Wickware in Win Over Smyer
SMYER, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds (16-11, 7-5) battled the Smyer Lady Cats (6-24, 0-12) in district action on Thursday. The first quarter was back and forth between the two teams, and the game was tied
Whirlwinds Handle Bobcats on Thursday in District Game
SMYER, TX – The #14-ranked Floydada Whirlwinds (27-5, 9-1) traveled to play the Smyer Bobcats (5-22, 3-7) in district action on Thursday. In the first quarter, the Whirlwinds’ defense held Smyer to just four points and were
Retired Band Director Honored at Region 16 Concert
LUBBOCK, TX – Some people will have stories written about their life, others might have a book, some even a movie, but only a few have a song composed in their honor. Last weekend at the Region
Farris Named CEO of First Texas National Bank
FLOYDADA, TX – Familiar names at First Texas National Bank (FTNB) have new titles. Recently, Tom Farris, Chairman of FTNB, announced the promotion of T.K. Farris to the bank’s Chief Executive Officer. He is a graduate of
Lockney Hospital District Reports Good Activity in December
LOCKNEY, TX – December was a good month for the Lockney General Hospital District, according to CEO Vince DeFranco. The board heard about higher volumes during the month in their monthly meeting last week than in previous
Winter Weather Forces Schools to Start Late Thursday
FLOYD COUNTY, TX – Another round of icy weather is leading schools to choose a late start on Thursday. Floydada Collegiate ISD Superintendent Dr. Gilbert Trevino says that the moisture and freezing temperatures, expected overnight, are leading
Lockney Longhorn Powerlifting Meet: Boys’ Results from Monday
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorn Invitational Powerlifting Meet was held in Lockney on Monday. The boys’ meet had Floydada, Lockney, Hart, Kress, Dimmitt, and Bovina as the six teams that participated in the meet on Monday.
Intentional Investing: Berkshire Hathaway Inc
Berkshire Hathaway Inc (BRK/B) is a diversified financial services company run by one of the most famous investors in the world, Warren Buffett. Along with his business partner, Charlie Munger, they oversee an investment empire. Berkshire has
Lady Horns Victorious over Ralls on Tuesday Night
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns (20-10, 7-5) hosted the Ralls Lady Rabbits (6-19, 1-11) on Tuesday in a district game. Both teams had a slow start to the game, as Lockney led 9-8 at the
Longhorns Battled Jackrabbits in District Game on Tuesday
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorns (12-12, 4-6) played host to the Ralls Jackrabbits (4-21, 2-8) in a district matchup on Tuesday. The Longhorns were able to jump out to an early lead against the Jackrabbits as