Johnny Wayne Adams (Lockney)
Johnny Wayne Adams of Lockney passed away Wednesday, November 16, 2022. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, November 21, 2022, at the First Baptist Church in Lockney. Interment will follow at Plainview Cemetery. Visitation
Montez Named Mangold’s New Director of Quality Management
LOCKNEY, TX – Angel Montez is the new Director of Quality Management at WJ Mangold Memorial Hospital and Cogdell Clinic. Montez, a Registered Nurse (RN), will now be responsible for infection control, risk management, employee health, safety,
Floydada’s Monday Games Get a New Time
FLOYDADA, TX – Monday’s game between Floydada and Friona has been changed. JV Girls kick off at 1:00 p.m. JV Boys start at 2:00 p.m. Varsity girls begin at 3:15 p.m. Varsity boys begin at 4:30 p.m.
Floydada Students Learning How to Retrofit Old Computers
FLOYDADA, TX – Ten years ago, the Floydada Economic Development Corporation (FEDC) invested in computers to help improve the local workforce through the Floydada Technology Center. While those machines were used extensively in the past, very little
Will Congress Write a Farm Bill in 2023?
WASHINGTON, DC – What will the next farm bill hold for farmers, ranchers, dairymen, and rural communities? That’s what Tony St. James with All Ag News asked the incoming Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee and the
Carl’s Cogitations: The Inspired Word (Part 1)
The Bible is a collection of writings that asserts as truth many claims. While its various portions were written over the course of some 1500 years by an estimated 40 individuals, it claims that one supreme spiritual
Permanent Daylight-Saving Time Becoming Law in 2023?
WASHINGTON, DC – With the change of control in the House of Representatives next year, permanent use of Daylight Saving Time (DST) could be coming. A bill introduced by Alabama Senator and former Texas Tech football head
Local Deadline Approaching for Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes
FLOYDADA, TX – In 1993, Samaritan’s Purse President Franklin Graham received a call from a man in England asking if he’d be willing to fill shoeboxes with gifts for children in war-torn Bosnia. Franklin asked a pastor
Two Local Businesses to Receive Cash for Upgrades
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Economic Development Corporation (EDC) met in regular session last Thursday to consider two applications for business improvements. The board unanimously approved cash incentives – up to $5000 each – for both Silos
Whirlwinds Start Basketball Season with Win Against Lorenzo
LORENZO, TX – On Tuesday night, the Floydada Whirlwinds (1-0) had their season opener against Lorenzo in a non-district matchup. The Whirlwinds were able to capitalize on a big third quarter to secure the victory, 67-58. The
Lady Winds Fall to Hornets in Non-District Game
LORENZO, TX – On Tuesday night, Floydada traveled to Lorenzo to play in a non-district game. The Lady Winds (2-2) were in a close game all night with the Hornets (2-1) but were unable to seal the
Despite More Activity at W.J. Mangold, Hospital Experienced Loss
LOCKNEY, TX – Increased activity at the clinic, emergency room (ER), and lab in September helped W.J. Mangold Memorial Hospital beat rates set one year ago. During the October monthly Lockney General Hospital District meeting, board members
FCISD Hosts South Plains Schools for Robotics Meet
FLOYDADA, TX – With a new school comes new opportunities, and last weekend, Floydada Collegiate ISD (FCISD) hosted the Lubbock-League B Robotics meet for the first time. Shauna Lane, Dean of Academic Affairs at FCISD, explains that
Floydada Council hears citizen frustrations over loose dogs
FLOYDADA – It’s something everyone in the room agreed was a problem, but how to solve the issue remains up for discussion. On Tuesday night a dozen Floydada residents packed into City Hall to voice their concerns
Intentional Investing: Spirit Realty Capital
Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) are companies that bundle real estate properties and generate income from leasing those properties to others. There are all kinds of REITs, including apartments, retail, farmland, storage units, and data centers. REITs
Lady Horns Battle in Another Close Game
KRESS, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns (2-2) traveled to Kress on Tuesday night to play in a non-district game. The Lady Horns struggled offensively in the first half, only able to generate 9 points, and found
Floydada Community Thanksgiving Service set for Sunday
FLOYDADA – Floydada’s Ministerial Alliance is inviting all members of the Floydada Faith Community to come together Sunday evening for a time of worship and fellowship for the annual Community Thanksgiving service. The meeting will be held
Lockney Council taking steps to revamp downtown
LOCKNEY – Lockney City Manager Buster Poling has a vision for the downtown area, and it includes a new pavilion for the corner of Locust and Main streets. Poling and members of Lockney’s Economic Development Corporation have
Commissioners approve voter software purchase
FLOYDADA – Floyd County Commissioners have approved the next round of ‘tweaks’ to election and voter registration software just one week after residents went to the polls in the 2022 general election. On Monday commissioners approved contracting
Floyd County Junior High Teams Battle in First Games
LOCKNEY, TX – Both Floyd County teams were in action on Monday night as the junior high squads played in their season opener. 7th grade girls: Floydada won 28-8. 8th grade girls: Floydada won 39-27. 7th grade
Despite Cooler Weather, Sidewalk Construction Continues in Floydada
FLOYDADA, TX – Construction crews from Ti-Zack Concrete of Minnesota don’t seem to be fazed by the recent wet and cooler weather that’s moved into the region. They are working on making sidewalk improvements to meet Americans
Lockney’s Lucy Dean Record wins Golden Fiddle award
FORT WORTH – Already a member of a half dozen halls of fame, 98-year-old Lockney pianist Lucy Dean Record added another award to her shelf Friday night in Fort Worth, receiving the Cowtown Birthplace of Western Swing’s
FCISD Honors Veterans Recently at High School Auditorium
FLOYDADA, TX – Floydada Collegiate High School held a tribute last Friday to community members who have served in our Nation’s armed services. Here are highlights from the Veteran’s Day program, courtesy of Kalissia Hinson, Yearbook Advisor
New Lockney police officer now on the job
LOCKNEY – The Lockney Police Department moved quickly on hiring its newest officer, swearing them in late last week. Following Tuesday’s approval to expand the department to three full-time officers, Chief Casey Fitzwater installed Miguel DeLeon in
Whirlwinds Find Success in Areawide Future Educator Competition
LEVELLAND, TX – Ten Floydada Collegiate High School students are advancing to a state educators competition following their success over the weekend at the area event. The Texas Association of Future Educators or TAFE (pronounced “taffy”) is
Bankers Attend Annual Ag and Rural Lending Conference
OMAHA, NE – More than 650 lenders from across the nation gathered last week for the 70th Annual ABA Ag Bankers Conference, sponsored by the American Bankers Association. “Celebrating Resiliency in Ag” was the theme for this
Carl’s Cogitations: Life’s Prize
After many weeks of exploration, we have reached the final part of our journey to solve the riddle of life. At the end of any race, competition, or conflict there is a prize to be gained. Life
Ronnie Lanc McCravey (Lubbock)
Ronnie Lanc McCravey, 79, of Lubbock, Texas, passed peacefully on November 2, 2022. Ronnie was born June 26, 1943, in Ralls, TX, to R.B. and Dessie McCravey. He grew up in the Floydada and Lakeview area and,
Rebecca Ellen Cole (Plainview)
Rebecca Ellen Cole, 60, of Plainview, passed away on Thursday, November 10, 2022. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, November 16, 2022, at Kornerstone Funeral Directors, with Joe Barrera officiating. Interment will follow in
Elbert Eugene Rankin (Lubbock)
Elbert Eugene “Gene” Rankin got a promotion and went to be with our Lord on November 8, 2022. Gene was born on September 5, 1923, in a farmhouse in the Lone Star Community north of Lockney, Texas.