
Lack of Quorum Postpones Monthly City Council Meeting
FLOYDADA, TX – Tuesday’s meeting of the Floydada City Council was postponed due to the lack of a quorum. Items on the agenda, to be considered, included the discussion and possible action on the following: 1. Hot

Hospital Sees Strong Clinic Volumes, Ends May With Net Loss
LOCKNEY, TX – W.J. Mangold continued to serve patients steadily in May, with notable activity across multiple departments and clinics. At the Lockney Clinic, providers recorded 673 patient visits, including 55 new patients. The Silverton Clinic followed

Commissioners Adopt Subdivision Rules, Honor 4-H Youth and SPCAA
FLOYDADA, TX — The Floyd County Commissioners met in regular session on Monday, July 14, at the Floyd County Courthouse, with County Judge Marty Lucke presiding. The meeting featured presentations highlighting local youth achievements, actions on subdivision

Floydada Fire Department Sees 21-Day Break in Calls
FLOYDADA, TX — A quiet stretch for emergency responders brought a welcomed change of pace for the Floydada Volunteer Fire Department last month, with just two calls for service recorded across more than three weeks. The first

Floydada CISD Releases 2025–2026 School Year Calendar
FLOYDADA, TX — The Floydada Independent School District has released its official academic calendar for the 2025–2026 school year, outlining key dates for students, staff, and families. The first day of school is set for Wednesday, August

Floydada School Board Hires Ten, Accepts Two Resignations
FLOYDADA, TX – Ten new employees were hired last week during a Floydada Collegiate ISD School Board meeting. As part of the regular meeting, trustees also accepted resignations from Karson Hembree and Angie Aleman. New employees for

Short Agenda Ahead for Tonight’s City Council Meeting
FLOYDADA, TX – City Council members will meet in regular session this evening for a quick meeting. With only a few items on the agenda, members will approve minutes from a May 20, 2025, meeting. In addition,

Quiet Month in May for Floydada’s Volunteer Firefighters
FLOYDADA, TX – No complaints from volunteers for the Floydada Fire Department following a quiet month of calls. Firefighters responded to three monthly calls, including a trash pit fire, a grass fire, and a gas leak. Floydada

Travis and Geraldine Gentry Named 2025 Pioneer Couple of the Year
FLOYDADA, TX – In a moment filled with admiration and joy, Travis and Geraldine Gentry were named the 2025 Pioneer Couple of the Year during Saturday’s 96th Annual Floyd County Old Settlers Reunion. The Gentrys, both lifelong

Floyd County Crime Report
(Editor’s Note: All individuals named below are considered not guilty unless deemed otherwise in a court of law.) FLOYDADA, TX – The following is a recent Crime Report from the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office. April 3rd, a

Gilliand, Greer, and Crossland Return to City Service
FLOYDADA, TX—Following the city-wide election two weeks ago, re-elected Mayor Bobby Gilliland will call another city council meeting to order tonight. Gilliland will also reappoint Tali Jackson to the position of City Judge. Current council members Tate

Floydada Collegiate High School Graduates Receive Local Scholarships
FLOYDADA, TX – As Floydada Collegiate High School prepares to celebrate another graduating class, many students receive scholarships to continue their education. Class of 2025 Local Scholarship Recipients Charlie Tyer Memorial Scholarship Ava Gonzales $500.00 Chloye Criswell

Judge Lucke Signs Child Welfare Agreement for County
FLOYDADA, TX—Floyd County Commissioners approved a motion Monday to sign a one-year contract with Motorola for an extended warranty on body cameras. The Sheriff’s office uses Motorola cameras. The county also agreed to purchase used copiers from

Floyd County Public Records – Marriage Licenses Returned
FLOYD COUNTY – The records contained herein consist of public notices, court, and other public information that attorneys, sales professionals, and business people find helpful. Floyd County Clerk Marriage Licenses Returned: Jose Nativida Avila and Patricia Ann

April Quiet Month for Volunteer Firefighters in Floydada
FLOYDADA, TX—The Floydada Fire Department’s six official runs in April involved only two fires. After a quiet start to the month, volunteers for the Department answered a half-dozen calls. Floydada Fire Department Fire Run Summary April 2025

W.J. Mangold Clears an Operating Profit in February
LOCKNEY, TX – February brought a welcome profit for the Lockney General Hospital District. Vince DiFranco, CEO of W.J. Mangold Memorial Hospital, reported total gross revenue (charges) for the month was $2,208,067 compared to a budget of

Lockney ISD Gears Up for a Busy Week of State Testing and Student Activities
LOCKNEY, TX – This week marks a significant stretch of state testing across Lockney ISD, with students at all campuses participating in various assessments. At Lockney Elementary, students will be focusing on math throughout the week. Testing

Lockney ISD Board of Trustees to Convene for Regular Meeting April 21
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Independent School District Board of Trustees is scheduled to hold its regular board meeting tonight, April 21, 2024, at 5:30 PM. The meeting will be conducted in compliance with Government Code 551

Floyd County Burn Ban Initiated for Seven Days
FLOYDADA, TX – Another emergency County-Wide Burn Ban is in effect for Floyd County. Floyd County Judge Marty Lucke signed the proclamation prohibiting open flames for the next seven days. The National Weather Service in Lubbock reports

29th Annual Floyd County Friends Gala Raises $62,500
MUNCY, TX – The 29th Annual Floyd County Friends Gala was filled with energy, community spirit, and celebration. More than 580 attendees danced the night away while supporting a meaningful cause, helping to raise an impressive $62,500

Equipment Purchases and Coyote Bounty Payment on Agenda
FLOYDADA, TX – Floyd County Commissioners meet in regular session today. A few of the agenda items include a Proclamation declaring April 2025 as Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month in Floyd County, a Resolution in support