Floyd County temporarily removes burn ban
FLOYD COUNTY – If you’ve been praying for rain, keep it up. As Floyd County saw a week of decent rain and hail, County Judge Marty Lucke and County Commissioners have pulled back their burn ban… for
Futures play challenging schedule in Ruidoso
RUIDOSO, N.M. – The Floydada Futures 12-under softball team went to New Mexico to play some good competition in a beautiful mountain setting at Eagle Creek Sports Complex over the weekend and came away with some hopefully
Junior Whirlwind Basketball Camp starts Monday
FLOYDADA – According to Floydada Lady Winds coach Adam Zepeda, establishing the proper basketball skills and developing a love for the game is the purpose of the 4th Annual Floydada Junior Whirlwind Basketball Camp. The Junior Whirlwind
On The Record: Jontha Lee Mercer
LOCKNEY – Jontha Lee Mercer loved teaching. You can tell it was her life’s purpose by two full photo albums she has kept of her 42 year career. The pages of these albums hold the school pictures
Floydada bands welcome new assistant director
FLOYDADA – The Floydada Collegiate High School band has a new assistant band director. Director of Bands Franklin Piland announced this week the school had hired Kathryn Grice. The following was posted to the band’s social media
Molly Olivia Doolittle (Ralls)
Molly Olivia Doolittle, 16, of Ralls, ran into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, May 29, 2022. Molly was a beautiful, intelligent young lady. She absolutely loved her animals. She was very well known in the community
Floydada Futures to play out of state teams in Ruidoso
RUIDOSO, N.M. – The Floydada Futures 12 and under team are heading to hopefully a cool climate to play in the Queen of the Mountain tournament starting Friday, June 3 in Ruidoso, New Mexico. Ruidoso has become
Winds, Horns to play 7-on-7 matchups this month
FLOYDADA – Charles Tyer Stadium will be the site of 7-on-7 football games for three consecutive Thursday evenings starting June 9. The teams involved will be the Floydada Whirlwinds, Lockney Longhorns, Ralls Jackrabbits and Crosbyton Chiefs. “Each
Chad Bushnell on Live From The Backroom
LUBBOCK – If you’ve listened to many “Live From The Backroom” episodes you’ll hear a common theme where I’ll ask people something they never get asked. Chad Bushnell turned the tables on the format and surprised me
Lockney native graduates on Texas Tech Dean’s Honor List
LUBBOCK – Elizabeth Hernandez, the daughter of Ricky and Lupe Hernandez and a Lockney High School class of 2016 graduate, earned her degree from Texas Tech University in Lubbock on May 14. Hernandez earned a Bachelor of
Floydada Students named to WBU honor rolls
PLAINVIEW – Wayland Baptist University has released it Spring 2022 President’s and Dean’s lists, recognizing students for their strong academic standing. The list includes students from Plainview’s traditional campus that operates on a 16-week semester, as well
Lady Winds split pair to start Summer League Softball
LEVELLAND – The Floydada Lady Winds went 1-1 on Tuesday in the first night of summer league softball action. Floydada outscored Sudan 13-11 in game one, then got shutout by Levelland 9-0 in the nightcap. The Lady
Hailstorms move through Floyd County overnight
FLOYD COUNTY – Many Floyd County residents woke up in the middle of the night Tuesday into Wednesday morning as hailstones between 1 to 2 inches fell across the county. Lockney resident Victoria Wright sent this video
Floydada CISD hosting Summer STEM Experience
FLOYDADA – This summer, FCISD is excited to offer 3 STEM experiences for students in grade 7th-12th! The purpose of these experiences is to introduce students to various opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)! These
What’s FLiP FM spinning this week? (6/1)
FLOYDADA – The adage goes “cream rises to the top” – and this week, we’re seeing two songs rise to the top after weeks of sitting in the on-deck circle. Jason Aldean and Whiskey Myers both broke
Lockney’s ‘Movie in the Park’ moved indoors
UPDATE – Due to the risk of thunderstorms this evening, the movie has been moved indoors to Lockney Elementary School’s cafeteria at 8:00 p.m. The following is a note from the district: LOCKNEY – It’s ‘take two’
Floydada’s Chadwick winningest coach in Southland Conference history
CORPUS CHRISTI – Floydada native Royce Chadwick has made a name for himself in women’s collegiate basketball coaching; exceeding the 700-career win mark this season to become the all-time winningest basketball coach in the Southland Conference (SLC)
Floydada pool reopens for summer
FLOYDADA – On a hot, windy West Texas Sunday kids and families from across Floyd County flocked to the cool waters of Floydada’s pool. The pool officially opened its doors for the summer Sunday at Noon, and
Floyd County Friends announce ‘Friends Fest’
MUNCY – Mark your calendars now for August 13. The Floyd County Friends Unity Center will be rocking out that night to the inaugural Floyd County Friends Fest. The concert will feature three Texas Country acts familiar
Mistie Michelle Lloyd-Reed (Plainview)
Mistie Michelle Lloyd-Reed, 42, of Plainview, passed away On May 14, 2022, from ALS after a short but trying battle. She held tight to her faith and love of God during her battle which made her incredibly
Raymond Castillo (Plainview)
Raymond Castillo, age 54, passed away on May 20, 2022, in Amarillo. A Viewing will be held at 3:00 pm on Thursday, May 26, 2022, at Lemons Memorial Chapel. A Celebration of Life Service will be held
Lockney’s Lucy Dean Record featured in Texas Monthly
LOCKNEY – She’s famous around these parts, but were you aware just how well known Lucy Dean Record was outside of Floyd County? The 97-year-old Lockney icon is featured on Texas Monthly’s website for an interview she
What’s FLiP FM spinning this week? (5/25)
FLOYDADA – We just can’t seem to get enough of these guys. For yet another week, Luke Combs & Aaron Watson remain at the top of the charts, with much of the songs at the top also
A.J. Vallejo of Brodie Lane on Live From The Backroom
LUBBOCK – A.J. Vallejo knows the beauty of experience. From being the frontman of alt-rock act Vallejo to his country work with Love & Chaos and now Brodie Lane, he’s just about seen it all. A.J. came
Multiple Horns, Winds named to 3-2A All-District team
FLOYD COUNTY – The District 3-2A All-District baseball team for 2022 has a strong representation of Lockney Longhorns and Floydada Whirlwinds, including Lockney freshman Dyllan Thiebaud selected as Newcomer of the Year. Thiebaud was Lockney’s catcher and
Lady Winds well represented in All-District honors
FLOYDADA – The Floydada Lady Winds made it through the 3-2A softball schedule unblemished for the second consecutive season, so district coaches rewarded them for their work. Senior Erin Trevino was named the overall district MVP, while
Lockney’s Hernandez named All-District softball first team
LOCKNEY – Junior Analecia Hernandez was named to the First Team 3-2A All-District softball team as a utility player, according to former Lady Horns coach Trey Bale. “Hernandez played catcher this season and had a good season
Floydada native named to Howard Payne Who’s Who list
BROWNWOOD – Howard Payne University recently named 31 students to its annual Who’s Who list. Students were honored during HPU’s Servant Leadership Awards chapel. The award is presented annually to juniors, seniors and graduate students who have
Lockney school board approves teacher salary boost
LOCKNEY – In a move to keep great teachers in Lockney, the LISD board unanimously approved a measure to raise the pay of all certified professionals Tuesday evening. The move will give each position a $5,000 raise
Bale leaving Lockney for Wink, Mann coming in as basketball coach
LOCKNEY – Changes are taking place in the Lockney basketball and track programs, according to LISD Athletic Director Jonathan Thiebaud. Chris Mann is coming from La Pryor in South Texas to take over the Longhorns boys basketball