Intentional Investing: MICROSOFT CORP
Microsoft Corp (MSFT) needs no introduction. If you use a computer, you probably use a Microsoft product in one way or another. They mainly develop, license and support software. Windows, Office 365, Teams, Outlook, and Skype are
Whirlwinds Defeat Farwell on Buzzer Beater to Advance in Playoffs
DIMMITT, TX – The #11 Floydada Whirlwinds (34-5, 14-1) battled the #3 Farwell Steers (28-4, 10-0) in the Regional Quarterfinals on Tuesday. The Whirlwinds would start the game off with a run that would give them the
2023 Junior High Whirlwind Relays Girls Results
FLOYDADA, TX – The 2023 Junior High Whirlwind Relays were held on Monday, and listed below are the 7th and 8th grade girls’ results. 8th Grade Girls Team Results: 1 New Deal 149 2 Floydada 126 3
2023 Junior High Whirlwind Relays Boys Results
FLOYDADA, TX – The 2023 Junior High Whirlwind Relays were held on Monday, and listed below are the 7th and 8th grade boys’ results. 8th Grade Boys Team Results: 1 Post 216 2 New Deal 168 3
Whirlwinds Prepare for Third Round Matchup Against #3 Farwell
DIMMITT, TX – The #11 Floydada Whirlwinds (33-5, 14-1) will face the #3 Farwell Steers (27-4, 10-0) in the Regional Quarterfinals on Tuesday in Dimmitt at 6:30 p.m. The Whirlwinds are coming off an 84-63 victory over
Straight Line Winds Bring Comparisons to Dust Bowl
FLOYD COUNTY, TX – In a matter of minutes on Sunday evening, the skies turned dark, and the wind bellowed as 75 mph winds blew through Floydada and Lockney. Though visibilities across the region were limited throughout
Carl’s Cogitations: The God of the Promise (Part 1)
Last week’s article was titled The God of Covenants, but when considering God’s operational nature through covenant relationships, one must also recognize that God’s covenants are connected to the great promise God has made and fulfilled. I
Whirlwinds Continue Playoff Run with Win Against Stratford
CANYON, TX – The #12 Floydada Whirlwinds (33-5, 14-1) battled against the Stratford Elks (7-12, 3-2) in the Area round of playoffs on Friday night. The Whirlwinds were able to jump out to an early 19-11 lead
Seven Sentence Sermon: Who Needs a Pass?
“Once upon a time, you had it all; you let everybody down; you’re always seventeen in your hometown.” Those are lyrics from a Cross Canadian Ragweed song titled “Seventeen,” which outlines the challenge the singer has with
Lockney is Victorious in Lady Horn Invitational
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns hosted the Lady Horn Invitational on Thursday and Friday. New Home, Petersburg, Memphis, and Lockney were the participating teams in the invitational. The Lady Horns were victorious in their first
Whirlwinds Matchup Against Stratford in Second Round of Playoffs
CANYON, TX – The #11 Floydada Whirlwinds (33-5, 14-1) will play the Stratford Elks (7-11, 3-2) in the Area round of playoffs at Canyon High School at 7:30. The Whirlwinds were victorious over Bovina on Tuesday, 75–67.
Lockney Lady Horns Selected for All District Team
LOCKNEY, TX – With every team from district 4-2A eliminated from the playoffs, the 2022-2023 All District Team has been released. 1st Team All District: Senior Adriana Villarreal and Senior Mariah Ascensio Utility Player: Senior Senayda Bernal
Lady Winds Selected in All District Team
FLOYDADA, TX – With every team from district 4-2A eliminated from the playoffs, the 2022–2023 All District Team has been released. Junior Zay Santos received the Defensive MVP award. 1st Team All District: Sophomore Soriah Wickware 2nd
Law enforcement agencies release racial profiling reports
FLOYD COUNTY – Police departments and sheriff’s offices across Texas are required to give the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement, the licensing agency for the state, a report on their traffic stops, arrests and racial profiling complaints
Former Lockney Lady Horns Coach Magnet for Overtime
LUBBOCK, TX – This has been a week for overtime games for girls’ basketball. On Tuesday, Floyd County fans attending the Floydada vs. Bovina boys playoff game in Littlefield watched the Monterey and Amarillo High girl’s game
Floyd County Native Takes Irrigation Knowledge to California
TULARE, CA – “Being raised on a farm, hard work was never something that was ever thought about; it was just part of that way of life. There was always something that needed to be done, and
Floyd Country FSA Office Looking to Contract Acres
FLOYD COUNTY, TX – General signup for the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) begins Monday (February 27) and runs for six weeks (through April 7). Currently, 23 million acres are enrolled in CRP, with 1.9 million acres set
Crispina Guzman (Floydada)
Crispina Guzman of Floydada passed away on Monday, February 20, 2023. A Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, February 25, 2023, at Primera Iglesia Bautista in Floydada, with Toby Gonzalez officiating. Interment will follow
Intentional Investing: BSR REAL ESTATE
We are going a little out on the speculative end with today’s topic. But they have a good story. BSR Real Estate Investment Trust (BSRTF) is a real estate investment trust (REIT) that owns and operates multifamily
Whirlwinds Victorious in First Round Playoff Game
LITTLEFIELD, TX – The #12 Floydada Whirlwinds (33-5, 14-1) played the Bovina Mustangs (16-16, 3-8) in the first round of the playoffs on Tuesday in Littlefield. The Mustangs were able to start the game on a run
Flags Wave on Presidents’ Day as Drought Intensifies
FLOYD COUNTY, TX – West Texas winds kept flags flying on Presidents’ Day, as 50.4 mph gusts blew dust across the county Monday. Those winds, recorded during the noon hour, were part of a system moving through
Losing Water to Dubious Environmental Concerns, Not Working
TULARE, CA – Led by Speaker of the House, Rep. Kevin McCarthy, members of the House Agriculture Committee invited farmers, ranchers, and agribusiness leaders to tell the legislators what is working or not working in the current
Whirlwinds Face Bovina Mustangs in First Round of the Playoffs
LITTLEFIELD, TX – The #11 Floydada Whirlwinds (32-5, 13-1) will play the Bovina Mustangs (16-15, 3-7) in the first round of the playoffs on Tuesday in Littlefield at 8:00 P.M. The Whirlwinds defeated the Olton Mustangs 78-72
Local Lions Raise Money for Charity and Education
FLOYDADA, TX – For the past seven decades, the Floydada Lions Club has carved out a day on the local radio station to raise funds for scholarships and money for Texas Lions Camp. Over the weekend, Tony
Members of House Ag Committee Listen to Farmers
TULARE, CA – Members of the House Agriculture Committee gathered here on Tuesday for a Farm Bill listening session during the annual World Ag Expo. Talking with All Ag, All Day following the event was a member
Fundraiser Car Wash moved due to weekend weather
UPDATE – Due to the weather this past weekend, the fundraising car wash for Hunter Wells and Toby Zepeda has moved to Saturday, February 25 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. FLOYDADA – The Floydada community continues
Carl’s Cogitations: The God of Covenants
In order to truly understand the relationship that we have with God through Christ one must understand the fundamental nature by which God has dealt with creation; including the crown of His creation, mankind. Throughout the Biblical
Whirlwinds Defeat Mustangs to Claim #1 Seed Ahead of Playoffs
PLAINVIEW, TX – The #12 ranked Floydada Whirlwinds (32-5, 13-1) played against the #13 Olton Mustangs (24-6, 13-1) in a playoff seeding game on Friday. The two teams were named co-district winners; however, with a 1-1 split
Lady Winds Eliminated from Playoffs by #9 Gruver on Friday
AMARILLO, TX – On Friday, the Floydada Lady Winds (19-12, 9-5) faced the #9-ranked Gruver Lady Hounds (25-5, 10-0) in the second round of the playoffs, falling 60-40. The Lady Hounds were able to jump out to
Seven Sentence Sermon: Driving Me Crazy
Drivers drive me crazy! The number of drivers today that don’t pay attention is unbelievable, especially the ones who think the laws don’t apply to them. Recently, I watched a vehicle speed past a group of construction