Lady Horns Look to Find Groove at Whiteface Tournament
WHITEFACE, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns are in action at the Whiteface Tournament this weekend. In their first game, the Lady Horns were matched up against Springlake Earth. Lockney kept the game close in the first
Floydada Whirlwinds Battle in Lubbock Roosevelt Tournament
ACUFF, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds have been in action at the Lubbock Roosevelt Invitational and will continue their run in the tournament. The Whirlwinds defeated the Tulia Hornets 66-62 in their first game. Floydada were defeated
Zepeda Earns 200th Win; Lady Winds in Championship at Tournament
ACUFF, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds (6-1) have reached the championship game of the Roosevelt Tournament and will face Hale Center tonight at 6:00 p.m. The Lady Winds began the tournament with a win over Tulia,
Lady Horns Fall to Muleshoe on the Road
MULESHOE, TX – The Lockney Lady Horns traveled to Muleshoe to battle in non-district action. Muleshoe was able to take control of the game in the first quarter, going on a 23-2 run. The Lady Horns would
Late Game Thriller for Whirlwinds; Extend Win Streak
ACUFF, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds traveled on Tuesday to battle the Lubbock Roosevelt Eagles in a non-district game. Floydada would jump out in the first quarter to have a 17-10 lead. Both teams battled throughout the
Lady Winds Drain Nine Threes in Win on Tuesday
ACUFF, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds were in action on Tuesday as they faced the Roosevelt Lady Eagles. Floydada jumped out to a 16-8 lead after the first quarter. The Lady Winds were able to continue
Major Cotton Event Begins Wednesday Morning in Amarillo
AMARILLO, TX – Visit the Amarillo Farm & Ranch Show Cotton Conference for an information-filled day just for you. This FREE event, hosted by All Ag Network, provides the information needed to make the right decisions for
Floydada Basketball Returns to Airwaves With Doubleheader Tonight
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds and Lady Winds return to action tonight as they host Roosevelt in KFLP’s broadcast season opener. Once again, Randell Sims will be courtside for 32 games, including every district varsity game
First of 32 Lockney Basketball Broadcasts Begin Tonight
LOCKNEY, TX – Broadcasts of Lockney Longhorn and Lady Horn games return tonight as the varsity squads travel to Muleshoe for a doubleheader. In total, Tucker Lowrance is set to call 32 games this basketball season, including
Three Floydada FFA Members Place in Radio Broadcasting
CANYON, TX – After a quick practice session at a real radio station, three Floydada FFA members took their skills to competition at the Area I FFA Contest. Noe De Los Santos, Carisa Fernandez, and Reese Hinsley
Carl’s Cogitations: How to be a Thankful Person
This time of year, many folks are gathering together with family and friends. During these gatherings, reflections of things individuals are thankful for are often shared. Some of these reflections are deep and meaningful, but often they
Chesshir, Pyle, Reyes, and Snowden, Best in Class
CANYON, TX – The Floydada FFA AG Advocacy team is heading to to State. Sydni Chesshir, Kirsten Pyle, Miranda Reyes, and Mia Snowden will be competing in the event designed to inform the general public and consumers
Floydada Whirlwinds Secure Victory Over Patriots on Monday
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds hosted the Lubbock Liberty Patriots on Monday in a non-district matchup. The Whirlwinds were able to use transition offense in the first quarter to make an 18-9 run and take the
Lady Winds Extend Winning Streak With Victory on Monday
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds were in action on Monday as they hosted the Lubbock Liberty Lady Patriots in a non-district game. Floydada would jump out to an early 12-4 lead after the first quarter.
Carl’s Cogitations: Finding Your Purpose
Many individuals spend most of their lives seeking a singular driving purpose to define themselves. Ultimately, most enter an endless cycle of seeking purpose that results in only finding meaningless aims. This chase for meaning and purpose
Floydada Taps Raissez for Vacant Police Chief Position
FLOYDADA, TX – With at least four other communities within a 90-mile radius also searching for a chief of police, the law of supply and demand is at work. Last month, former Floydada Police Chief Ruben Ramon
Six Students Among Group Recognized By School Board
FLOYDADA, TX – A handful of students and educators were recognized Thursday evening at the monthly meeting of the Floydada Collegiate ISD Board of Trustees. For AB Duncan Elementary, students of the month were Alexi Cervera (3rd),
Liquidity and Net Income Key Concerns For Lenders
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK – Liquidity has become the primary concern among agricultural lenders for producer customers, followed closely by farm income levels, according to the 2023 Agricultural Lender Survey by ABA and Farmer Mac released during last
FCISD Celebrates National Apprenticeship Week By Highlighting Opportunities
FLOYDADA, TX – Helping students find pathways to their future was a common theme at an event hosted Wednesday at Floydada Collegiate High School. In celebration of National Apprenticeship Week, community leaders heard from teachers, students, and
House Averts Government Shutdown While Extending Farm Bill
WASHINGTON, DC – Agricultural producers and lenders finally have some assurance regarding farm programs in 2024 after the House passed a one-year extension to the 2018 Farm Bill Tuesday, 336-95. In addition to extending the legislation, the
Lady Winds Softball Player Commits to Sul Ross
FLOYDADA, TX – Floydada’s Carisa Fernandez will earn the title of collegiate athlete as she signed her letter of intent to play at Sul Ross University as a member of the softball team. Carisa is a senior
Floydada Whirlwinds Get First Win Under New Coach
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds battled the Lorenzo Hornets in their season opener on Tuesday. The Whirlwinds were able to control the game and were victorious over the Hornets, 87-69. Floydada was led in scoring by
Lady Winds’ Defense Help Secure Victory Over Hornets
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds played host to the Lorenzo Hornets on Tuesday in a non-district matchup. The Lady Winds started the game off with an 11-0 run and held Lorenzo scoreless for the first
High-Speed Chase Ends With Juvenile in Custody
FLOYDADA, TX – A 16-year-old is in custody following a high-speed chase west of the city on Sunday night. Officers from the Floydada Police Department and Floyd County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of reckless driving
Future Educators from Floydada Advancing to Statewide Event
LEVELLAND, TX – Seven 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
Farmer Share of Traditional Thanksgiving Meal Just Pennies
WASHINGTON, DC – With the Thanksgiving holiday just over a week away, many families will prepare a traditional meal featuring turkey, dressing, and the sides. According to the National Farmers Union (NFU), while the meal is expected
Floydada to Host Lorenzo in Non-District Action
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds and Lady Winds will be in action tonight as they host the Lorenzo Hornets in a non-district matchup. The Lady Winds will tip off their game at 6:00 p.m.
Lockney Basketball in Action on Tuesday Against Kress
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Longhorns and Lady Horns will battle Kress tonight in a non-district matchup. The Lady Horns will begin at 6:15 p.m. The Longhorns will begin their season as they are set
Whirlwinds Look to New Season Under New Coach
FLOYDADA, TX – The Floydada Whirlwinds basketball team prepare for a new season under new head coach Karson Hembree. Coach Hembree was an assistant at Plainview for 4 years for both football and basketball before getting the
Congressional Leaders Plan to Extend 2018 Farm Bill
WASHINGTON, DC – Despite an aggressive effort by both Agriculture Committees, Congress will neither consider nor pass a new Farm Bill in 2023. Rep. G.T. Thompson (PA-R) is the Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee and has