Early voting underway in municipal elections
Voters in Floydada and Lockney can now go to the polls to vote early in their cities’ respective May 7 municipal elections, and all Floyd County voters can take part in two proposed Texas state constitutional amendments.
Machete incident leads to Lockney arrest
The use of a machete in a fight led to the arrest of a Lockney man last week.
Thiebaud throws playoff clinching performance against Post
Freshman Dyllan Thiebuad came up big again on Saturday, this time a one hitter that led the Longhorns to a playoff clinching 10-1 win over the Post Bold Gold Antelopes.
Lady Horns season ends with loss to Sudan
The Lockney Lady Horns saw their softball season come to an end on Saturday with a 14-6 loss to the Sudan Nettes on Saturday.
Whirlwinds end district with loss to Ralls, now waiting on Post
The Whirlwinds now have to wait and see how Post finishes their season with a series against the winless Olton Mustangs coming up Tuesday and Saturday.
Lady Winds top Ralls for 26th win of season
The Number 3 ranked Floydada Lady Winds put an exclamation mark on their 2022 season Friday night.
Three Floyd County athletes named to Academic All-State team
The postseason awards for three outstanding Floyd County basketball players continue to roll in as they near the end of high school.
Lockney man one of 16 arrested in Garza County sting
A joint operation between the Garza County Sheriff’s Department and Texas Department of Public Safety troopers to stop the illegal shipment of codeine has netted the arrest of a Lockney man.
Playoff pairings, warmup match announced for Lady Winds softball
Lady Winds softball coach Armando Morales has released the Bi-District playoff series with the Post Lady Antelopes that will begin on Thursday.
Lockney man arrested for breaking into multiple homes
A Lockney man is in jail after a string of break-ins to homes and abandoned houses in the city.
Whirlwind golfers wrap up first year with Regional trip
It has been close to two decades since Floydada has had a boys golf team play in the Region 1-2A Golf Tournament. This year’s Whirlwinds foursome gave it their best on the challenging Palo Duro Creek Golf Course.
50th annual Floydada Co-Op Gin meeting set for Thursday night
Floydada Co-Op Gin’s 50th annual meeting is set to take place Thursday night at the Floyd County Friends Unity Center in Muncy.
Drew Cooper on Live From The Backroom
Drew Cooper knows music, and musicians. He’s quickly establishing himself as a guy to watch as he releases his new double album This Life.
What’s FLiP FM Spinning this week? (4/20)
This week, we’re back with another top spot on the Texas Country charts while the mainstream stays relatively the same.
Lockney grabs Antelopes by the horn for 1-run win
The Lockney Longhorns went into Norm Cash Field and escaped with a narrow 9-8 win over the Post Bold Gold Antelopes on Tuesday.
Whirlwinds calmed by Ralls pitching in loss
The Ralls Jackrabbits did just enough to squeeze out a 5-1 win over the Floydada Whirlwinds on Tuesday.
Lady Horns dropped by Nettes Tuesday night
Lockney’s production came from Brinley Lefevre with a triple, while Mariah Ascencio and Anyaleigh Tambunga had a single apiece.
Lady Winds top Ralls for second straight 3-2A crown
The Floydada Lady Winds took care of business on Tuesday with a convincing 19-3 win over the Ralls Lady Jackrabbits on Tuesday to claim the 3-2A Softball Championship for the second straight year.
On The Record: Coach Marc Puente
The man who will become Floydada’s next boys basketball coach was in town on Tuesday to meet with his new team and to speak On The Record.
Lockney City Council hears 2021 audit report
The firm that oversees the City of Lockney’s finances is very happy with where the city is financially.
Ryan McCallister named next Lockney Athletic Director
Lockney ISD is pleased to welcome Mr. Ryan McCallister as our new Athletic Director and Head Football Coach.
County leadership proud of current financial situation
“Overall, I’m happy with the financial status of the county.” Those were the words of Floyd County Judge Marty Lucke as he laid out the county’s current financials during last week’s commissioners court hearing.
Jerry Lynn Griffith (Lubbock)
Jerry Griffith, 82, of Lubbock passed away Wednesday, April 13, 2022. He was born December 15, 1939, in Lockney, TX to Johnny and Collie Mae Griffith. Jerry attended Lockney schools. He married Donna Mae Smith on February
Dora Elia Enriquez (Floydada)
Dora Elia Enriquez 68, of Floydada, TX was called home on April 7, 2022. The funeral service will be held Tuesday, April 12, 2022, at 10 am at Calvary Cornerstone Fellowship Church in Floydada, TX officiated by
Virginia Taylor (Lockney)
Virginia Faye Taylor, age 83, passed away on April 9, 2022, in Lockney. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 pm, Thursday, April 14, 2022, at the South Plains Baptist Church in South Plains, Texas. Interment will
Corey Allen Brown (Floydada)
Corey Brown, age 52, of Floydada, passed away, Friday, April 15, 2022. Graveside Services will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, April 20, 2022, at the Silverton Cemetery. A Memorial Service will be at 3:00 p.m., at the First
Horns shut out Olton for fourth straight win
The Lockney Longhorns have just about weathered the storm of injuries and remain in the playoff hunt after sweeping a two game series from the Olton Mustangs, 19-5 on Tuesday followed by an 11-0 blanking on Friday.
Winds, Lopes split pair of one-run games
If you prefer games with close finishes, then the Floydada Whirlwinds – Post Bold Gold Antelopes baseball series would have been right up your alley.
Lady Winds alone in first after sweep of Sudan
The No. 3 rated Floydada Lady Winds have taken over sole possession of first place in the 3-2A softball race after defeating the Sudan Nettes 17-5 on Saturday.
Sundown sweeps Lady Horns for 4th place tiebreaker
Lockney will play their last regular season series this week against the Sudan Nettes. Game 1 will be Tuesday at Sudan.