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Neal McCoy and Gala bring Floyd County together
The 63-year old worked the stage like a young man, commanding a presence like that of a superstar, but also engaging one-on-one with members of the community.
Horns down Winds with pair of 3-run innings
It took the most faithful fans to sit through the 30 to 60 mph winds on Tuesday at Watson Field to watch the Lockney Longhorns (8-5, 1-2) grind out an 8-2 win over the Floydada Whirlwinds (4-9, 1-4).
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Cody Johnson remains on a tear as he’s still topping both Texas and Mainstream Country charts.
Lady Winds extend winning streak to 8 games
There was nothing pleasant about the weather on Tuesday with southwest winds howling from 30 to 60 mph, but the show must go on was the attitude of many spring sport athletes across the South Plains.
Ted Samples (Plainview)
Teddy “Ted” Roy Samples, age 89, a proud veteran of the Navy, passed away on Sunday, March 27, 2022. The son of Charles Homer Samples and Reta Merle Weathers, Ted grew up in Lockney, Texas where he
Arnaldo AJ Lopez Jr. (Floydada)
A.J. Lopez Jr., age 29, passed away on Saturday, March 26, 2022. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, April 1, 2022, at Calvary’s Cornerstone Fellowship Floydada. Interment will follow at the Floydada Cemetery. Arrangements are under
Dylan James Campbell (Floydada)
Dylan Campbell, age 33, passed away on March 26, 2022. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, March 31, 2022, at First United Methodist Church in Floydada. Visitation will be 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.,
High winds bring down Wester Field light pole
A windy Tuesday afternoon surrounded Floydada in dust and caused damage to FCISD’s former football home.
Floydada repeats as Tennis district champs
Floydada successfully defended its 4-2A District Tennis Title on Monday on a beautiful day to play tennis.
Whirlwinds gain experience at first golf tournament
Three Whirlwind golfers played in their first ever high school golf tournament on Monday.
Floydada, Lockney players named to LSV Girls Basketball team
When success happens to a team, many times it brings post-season accolades to individual players. Such is the case with Zay Santos of Floydada, and Adri Villarreal of Lockney. Both were recognized by the 2022 Lone Star Varsity Girls Basketball Super Team of the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal.
‘Plainview’ artists ready for first show after major award
Kin Faux, the San Antonio-based band that put Plainview on the Texas Country map, are playing their very first show in the city Thursday night at the historic Fair Theatre.
TxDOT restriping project underway across county
Work on a $3.5 million Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) project to restripe various roadways is under way.
Whirlwind golfers ready to swing in Lubbock
Four Floydada Collegiate High School boys are ready to break nearly a two decade drought of no high school golf when they compete in the New Home Invitational on Monday at the Reese Golf Center northwest of Lubbock.
Whirlwinds aiming to defend district tennis title
Floydada won both the boys and girls divisions a year ago that marked the 21st consecutive year that Floydada has won a district tennis championship in boys or girls or overall.
Sanchez and Ramos Wear Crowns at Junior-Senior Prom
PLAINVIEW, TX – Seniors Kailee Sanchez and Davian Ramos were royalty on Saturday night at the Floydada Collegiate High School’s (FCHS) Junior-Senior Prom. Sanchez was crowned Queen while Ramos was voted by students as King of the
Lady Horns get sweet win over New Deal
The Lockney Lady Horns started the season with a 4-1 record, but then fell on hard times with a five game losing skid.
Lady Winds shut out Hale Center for sweep
The Floydada Lady Winds kept the base paths occupied throughout the game thanks to 12-walks received from Hale Center pitching, and the Lady Winds capitalized with a convincing 15-0 win over the Lady Owls on a beautiful Saturday at Lady Winds Field.
Longhorns unable to stop Lions from roaring in loss to New Deal
Nathan Ceniceros provided a spark for the Longhorns with a solo home run in the fifth inning. Rodriguez went 2-3 at the plate and scored a run.
Winds, Owls split district series
The Hale Center Owls regained some self-respect with six runs in the final two at-bats to knock off the Floydada Whirlwinds 11-7 at Watson Field on Saturday afternoon.
F.G. Jones (Plainview)
F.G. Jones, Jr, 93, of Plainview passed away on Monday, March 14, 2022. F.G. was born on January 7, 1929, in Lockney, Texas to Frank Garner and Ella Jones. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Jones;
Jadden Daniel Luna (Lockney)
Jadden Daniel Luna, 20 of Lockney, passed away on July 27, 2021, in New Caney, Texas. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, March 26, 2022, at Templo Sinai. Cremation arrangements were entrusted to
2 killed in Motley County accident
Two Floydada residents are dead and another is recovering at a Lubbock hospital following an accident early Saturday morning along U.S. 70 near the Floyd County line in Motley County.
Floydada, Lockney teams run at New Deal Relays
Track and field athletes were treated to an almost perfect day of weather to compete on Friday at the New Deal Relays.
McCombs leaving Lockney for AD position in Anson
Superintendent Jim Baum confirmed Friday afternoon Longhorns Head Football Coach and Athletic Director Corey McCombs is leaving the district to take a similar position in Anson.
911 service again restored for Floyd County
For the second time this week AT&T Service in Floyd County has been disrupted for landline and cell phones, greatly impacting Floyd County’s emergency operations.
Lady Winds ranked 5th in state softball poll
In the latest Texas Girls Coaches Association softball poll, the Floydada Lady Winds (16-2-1) are rated No. 5 in the state in Class 2A.
Floydada Little League opening ceremonies Saturday
The Floydada Youth Baseball Association, aka Little League, will have 300-players participating the Opening Ceremonies at Noon Saturday at the Little League softball field on Crockett Street.
FCISD sets 2023 calendar, approves teacher retention bonus
Teachers who plan on staying with Floydada Collegiate ISD next school year will be rewarded for their loyalty to the district with a $3,000 retention ‘bonus’ payment if they sign their renewal contracts when they are sent out over the next few weeks.