FCISD releases Annual Performance Report
FLOYDADA – From groceries to government, nearly everything in our lives have been disrupted in the past two years, and that certainly includes education. Last Thursday night Floydada Collegiate ISD’s board heard from Dr. Gilbert Trevino on
John Fuston (Turkey)
John Fuston, age 77, of Fort Worth, peacefully took his last breath on earth to join our Father in heaven on February 10, 2022, surrounded by his wife, daughters, and grandchildren. He served as the State Executive
Floyd County now under burn ban
FLOYDADA – It’s dry, and multiple forecasts say it will continue to get drier as 2022 progresses; in a proactive move Monday Floyd County Commissioners approved a resolution for the county to put a burn ban into
Fire rages through Floydada home
UPDATE 2/15: A Go Fund Me account has been set up for Catarino Ramirez and Magdalena Hernandez, who lived at the home. They were inside the home but not injured during Sunday’s fire. >>CLICK HERE FOR MORE
Repairs continue to US 70 following fatal
LOCKNEY – The cleanup from a fatal accident that claimed the life of a Lockney man last Tuesday will continue into the upcoming week. Work to repair road damage on US 70 in Lockney is planned to
Lady Winds ready for rematch with Olton Fillies
LUBBOCK – The Floydada Lady Winds will take on the Olton Fillies for the second time this season, but this one has higher stakes than the November 12 meeting that Olton won by four points at Whirlwind
On The Record: The Outcome
LOCKNEY – A ministry started by two sisters with a deep love for the South Plains community has recently expanded their reach to their home town. The Outcome, founded by Nicole Schmalzried and Kayla Sherman, recently opened
Longhorns win sets up 2nd place showdown
RALLS – A 3-Point win over the Ralls Jackrabbits has set up a battle for second place in District 4-2A that will be settled Tuesday in Lockney. That sentence could have been said about either Floyd County
Missing Floydada shelter puppy recovered
FLOYDADA – The ‘dogged’ determination of the Floydada Animal Shelter and Floydada Police have resulted in the return of a puppy believed to have been taken from the shelter late last month. Cassandra Garza with the shelter
Early voting begins Monday
FLOYD COUNTY – Early voting for the March 2022 Republican and Democratic primaries begins Monday morning in Floyd County, with two polling places set to open at 8:00 a.m. County voters can head to either First United
Lady Horns get playoff rematch with Vega at home
LOCKNEY – This time a year ago the Vega Longhorns ended the Lockney Lady Horns season in a Bi-District playoff game in the Vega gym. This time Lockney gets another shot against Vega on their home court.
Board extends admin contracts, sets election date
FLOYDADA – A board agenda full of items covering every aspect of the district was on tap at Floydada Collegiate ISD’s administration building Thursday night. Among the items discussed, the board set a May 7 election date
Lady Winds Softball opener delayed by basketball playoffs
FLOYDADA – Coach Armando Morales confirms Monday’s softball season opener against Lubbock’s Trinity Christian Academy has been cancelled due the Floydada Lady Winds basketball team playing a Bi-District Playoff game against the Olton Fillies at Coronado High
Floydada Chamber searching for next manager
FLOYDADA – Do you love Floydada? What are your thoughts on pumpkins? Can you handle Quickbooks? If you have serious answers to any of those questions, members of the Floydada Chamber of Commerce want to talk with
Students, staff recognized at FCISD board meeting
FLOYDADA – A trio of Kindergarteners, three students from 4th grade and a pair of Junior High and High School students were recognized for their outstanding work Thursday nigh. The students, along with two teachers and a
Mark K. Snell (Floydada)
Mark K. Snell, age 58, passed away on February 5, 2022. Cremation arrangements are under the personal care of Moore-Rose Funeral Home in Floydada. Mark was born July 10, 1963, in Crosby County to Clyde Harold and
Virginia Hernandez (Plainview)
Virginia Gonzales-Hernandez also known as Mom, Grandma, Big Grandma, G-ma, V, Sister, Tia V, and “Miss” Hernandez, was called home on February 1, 2022. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Thursday, February 10, 2022,
Roy Ray (Lockney)
Roy Ray, age 84, of Lockney, passed away on February 8, 2022, in Lockney. A memorial service with military honors will be held at 11:00 AM, Monday, February 14, 2022, at Main Street Church of Christ in
Ruth Mathis (Floydada)
Ruth Mathis, age 100, of Floydada, formerly of Post passed away Monday, February 7, 2022, at her home. She went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m.
Elisa Delgado (Floydada)
Elisa L. Delgado was called to her final resting place on Saturday, February 5, 2022, at the age of 82. She was surrounded by her family and loved ones. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 1:00
Pioneers Association meeting set for Feb. 15
FLOYDADA – As plans start getting underway for the 92nd Floyd County Old Settlers Reunion in May, the Floyd County Pioneers Association will hold their first meeting of 2022 next Tuesday. The meeting is set for Tuesday,
Floydada VFD runs for January 2022
FLOYDADA – The Floydada Volunteer Fire Department started their year with a house fire and ended the first month of 2022 with a total of eight runs on everything from that fire to a dumpster fire. The
Driver ID’d in Lockney fatal, road remains partially blocked
LOCKNEY – The driver of a pickup killed in Tuesday afternoon’s head-on collision with an 18-wheeler in Lockney has been identified. MORE: 1 dead in Lockney highway crash DPS Troopers say 24-year-old Christian Bursiga of Lockney was
Houses saved after Lockney grass fire spreads
LOCKNEY – The quick work of the Lockney Volunteer Fire Department saved at least two houses near FM 378 on the north side of the city Wednesday afternoon. The fire broke out just after noon in the
Social media post leads to concerns at Lockney Junior High
LOCKNEY – A social media post by a student at Lockney Junior High lead to school officials and police taking measures to make sure all students at the school were safe Wednesday. The unidentified student was pulled
Rodriguez leads Longhorns past Hale Center
HALE CENTER – Lockney senior Austin Rodriguez can make the plays with the game on the line, and that is what he did Tuesday night in the Longhorns 59-45 win over the Hale Center Owls. Rodriguez was
Whirlwinds pull out tight 3-point win over Rabbits
RALLS – One thing is for sure, district 4-2A has provided some exciting basketball games and they don’t get much better than the Floydada Whirlwinds (21-4, 4-3) getting out of Ralls with a thrilling 71-68 win over
Lady Winds share district crown following win over Ralls
UPDATE 2/9: The Lady Winds will take on the Olton Fillies on Monday at 6:00 p.m. at Lubbock’s Coronado High School gym. RALLS – The Floydada Lady Winds stepped up their game defensively to win the District
Lockney Lady Horns get home playoff game
LOCKNEY – Lady Longhorns fans wont have to travel far for their UIL basketball playoff game next week. In fact, they won’t have to travel at all. Lady Horns coach Trey Bale posted late Tuesday they will
1 dead in Lockney highway crash
UPDATE 10:45 P.M.: Floyd County Sheriff’s Deputies say the outside lanes of eastbound US 70 have reopened to traffic. Westbound lanes are still diverted through the city. DPS Troopers confirmed earlier Tuesday evening the driver of the