Students and Educators Recognized During November FCISD Meeting
FLOYDADA, TX – Last week, trustees recognized a handful of students and educators during the monthly meeting of the FLoydada Collegiate ISD School Board. Michael Segura (3rd grade) and D’Lesa Walker (3rd grade) were named students of
City Council Considering Suspension of Atmos Rate Change
FLOYDADA, TX – When they meet in regular session tonight, city council members will consider suspending Atmos Energy’s rate change request. Also, during the meeting, the council will discuss and possibly take action on city Ordinance Number
Floyd County Commissioner’s November Monthly Meeting on Tuesday
FLOYDADA, TX — Floyd County Commissioners are set to meet in Regular Session on Tuesday morning, and certifying last week’s election is near the top of their to-do list. In addition, the Court will accept a $500
Firefighters Respond to Eleven Emergency Calls in October
FLOYDADA, TX – October was a busy month for volunteers with the Floydada Fire Department. Crews responded to a total of eleven calls. Floydada Fire Department Fire Run Summary October 2024 Date Time Location Notes 1 10/4/2024
Floydada CISD Holding Public Meeting on Accountability System
FLOYDADA, TX – Floydada Collegiate ISD is holding a public meeting on Tuesday to discuss the State’s Financial Accountability Rating System. Specifically, the meeting will allow for a discussion on the district’s rating of the state’s accountability
110th District Court Floyd County Grand Jury Indictments
(Editor’s Note: A Grand Jury indicted the following suspects on felony charges in Floyd County, Texas, on October 29, 2024. All individuals named below are considered not guilty unless deemed otherwise in a court of law.) FLOYDADA,
Floyd County Voters Turn Out to Select Sheriff
(EDITOR’S NOTE: Earlier versions of this story inadvertently listed Ruben Ramon as the write-in candidate for Sheriff, instead of Ruben DeLeon. We apologize for this oversight and have corrected this story.) FLOYDADA, TX – Incumbent Paul Raissez
Friday is the Final Day for Early Voting
FLOYD COUNTY, TX – Early voting ends Friday, November 1, 2024. More than 200 federal and state offices and a host of elected offices in all 254 counties of Texas are up for election in 2024. The
Students and Educators Recognized During Recent FCISD Meeting
FLOYDADA, TX—At its recent meeting, the Floydada Collegiate ISD Board of Trustees recognized a handful of students. From A.B. Duncan Elementary, Alexi Cervera (4th) and Cutter Gourdon (4th). From Junior High and High School, Eduardo Alvarado (7th),
Early Voting Begins Monday Featuring Floyd County Sheriff
FLOYD COUNTY, TX – Early voting begins on Monday and closes on Friday, November 1, 2024. More than 200 federal and state offices and a host of elected offices in all 254 counties of Texas are up
Lockney’s Clinic and Hospital See Uptick in Visits
LOCKNEY, TX—The Lockney General Hospital Board met last month and learned that in most departments, hospital and clinic service volumes were higher in August than in the past three months. During the month, clinic providers handled 939
Volunteer Firefighters Respond to Seven Calls in September
FLOYDADA, TX—The Floydada Volunteer Fire Department reported seven runs during the month of September, including three vehicle accidents. One house fire was reported during the month, and a dumpster fire was handled. Despite the very dry conditions
Two Resignations Subject to FCISD School Board Approval
FLOYDADA, TX—The Floydada Collegiate ISD Board of Trustees is expected to approve two resignations and two new employees at tonight’s regular monthly meeting. Tania Pesina (HS Math) and Maria Martinez (HS Cafeteria) have submitted resignations, while Valeria
Greer Expected to Become Newest Council Member Tonight
FLOYDADA, TX – The city will get a new council member following tonight’s Floydada City Council meeting. Steve Lloyd, who has represented District 3 for many years, has submitted his resignation. The Council is expected to name
Caprock Hospital District Monthly Meeting on Tuesday Morning
FLOYDADA, TX – The Caprock Hospital District will meet in regular session this morning. The meeting is to be held at the E.M.S. Building begins at 7:00 am. Agenda Caprock Hospital District Board of Directors – Regular
110th District Court Floyd County Grand Jury Indictments
(Editor’s Note: A Grand Jury indicted the following suspects on felony charges in Floyd County, Texas, on September 26, 2024. All individuals named below are considered not guilty unless deemed otherwise in a court of law.) FLOYDADA,
Students and Community Raise $20k for Coach’s Transplant
FLOYDADA, TX – In most situations, teachers and staff assist students in learning. However, at Floydada Collegiate High School, students are helping a teacher. Coach Brandon Wickware is dealing with kidney failure, and last week, students in
Texas Plains Federal Opens Doors for New Building
FLOYDADA, TX – Floydada’s Texas Plains Federal Credit Union will open its doors to the brand new location on the square in downtown Floydada. The new location will be at 105 S Wall St. Renovations have been
Floyd County Pumpkin Crop Improvement Over Last Year
FLOYD COUNTY, TX – The 2024 growing season was good for Texas pumpkin producers, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert and pumpkin farmers. Yields and quality were up for most growers compared to last
Floydada School Board Recognizes September Students and Educators
FLOYDADA, TX – School Board members recognized a handful of students and educators during their Monday meeting. AB Duncan Educator of the Month was Jordan Beedy, while Students of the Month include Natalie De Ochoa (5th) and
Floydada School Board Meets in Regular Session Tonight
FLOYDADA, TX – School Board members will approve several waivers during their September meeting tonight. One involves P-Tech Year 13-14 students taking dual credit courses, while the other concerns a modified schedule during state assessment testing days.