COME ON OUT TO THE PARK for family-friendly entertainment June 10 in Floydada. | COURTESY PHOTO

COME ON OUT TO THE PARK for family-friendly entertainment June 10 in Floydada. | COURTESY PHOTO

Floydada civic group planning community open mic in the park

Thursday, June 4, 2026

Body Floydada’s Community Involvement Coalition (CIC) is planning a fun night of music and entertainment for all ages. Music in the Park and Pool will kick off at 7 p.m. Wednesday, June 10 at the Floydada Park and Pool at 807 North 2nd Street.
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Obituaries 

John W. “Dub” Dipprey, 1937–2026

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