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Old Settlers Day Wildflower Show Winners

Old Settlers Day Wildflower Show Winners

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Old Settlers Day Wildflower Show Winners

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Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Body GRAND PRIZE TRUDY TAYLOR AWARD for the best overall entry: Sandy DeelMINATUREAnita Whitfill, 1st; Anita Whitfill, 2ndUNUSUAL CONTAINER Dagmar Poteet, 1st; Sandy Deel, 2nd; Ethlyn Vernon, 3rdANTIQUE CONTAINER Sandy Deel, 1st; Sandy Deel, 2ndMEN’SClint Bigham, 1st; Clint...
Eliana Diaz crowned 2024-2025 Our Diamond Miss Texas State Petite Talent Queen and Glamour Girl

Eliana Diaz crowned 2024-2025 Our Diamond Miss Texas State Petite Talent Queen and Glamour Girl

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Eliana Diaz crowned 2024-2025 Our Diamond Miss Texas State Petite Talent Queen and Glamour Girl

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Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Body At just 7 years old, Eliana Diaz of Floydada, Texas, is already shining bright in the world of pageantry. Crowned the 2024–25 Our Diamond Miss Texas State Talent Queen and Glamour Girl, Eliana is making waves with her charisma, talent and poise beyond her years.

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2025 Old Settlers Parade Winners

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Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Body Pioneer Float 1st place, KeeLee Rawls and Clint BighamClub Float 1st place, Floydada CISD Cheer; 2nd place, XSCA Cheer; 3rd place, Whirlwinds Wranglers Dance TeamBest Modern CowgirlMacey EverettBest Dressed Old Time Cowgirl Austyn Everett Best Dressed Junior CowboyGW...
SWEARING IN The City of Floydada’s reelected council members and mayor were administered the oath of office at the May 20, 2025, board meeting. From left are Tate Greer, Mayor Bobby Gilliland and Dana Crossland. | COURTESY PHOTO

SWEARING IN The City of Floydada’s reelected council members and mayor were administered the oath of office at the May 20, 2025, board meeting. From left are Tate Greer, Mayor Bobby Gilliland and Dana Crossland. | COURTESY PHOTO

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SWEARING IN

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Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Body SWEARING IN
Less than a week remains in legislative session

Less than a week remains in legislative session

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Less than a week remains in legislative session

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Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Body AUSTIN— With the legislative session ending on Monday, June 2, lawmakers are scrambling to pass or kill bills, the Austin American- Statesman reported.

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2025 Community Calendar

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Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Body Updates? Email us at fchb.editor@yahoo.comCOMMUNITY SERVICESFOOD BANKS— FLOYDADA— Spirt of Sharing (SOS), 925 Crockett St., Floydada, Mon. and Thurs.. 2–4:30 p.m. (806) 983-5874.LOCKNEY— Lockney Salvation Army, 108 S. Main, Lockney. (806) 652-2488.
The 501

The 501

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The 501

Hanaba Munn Welch
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Body Secondhand grease to broken glassRecycle. How long has it been a word?Not that long. An online etymology dictionary says it’s from the 1920s and originally referred to a process used in petroleum refineries.
Lawmakers agree on $8 billion school

Lawmakers agree on $8 billion school

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Lawmakers agree on $8 billion school funding package

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Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Body AUSTIN— Leaders from the Texas House and Senate have agreed on an $8 billion school funding package, which is being called the largest in state history, The Dallas Morning News reported.The latest version of House Bill 2 was unveiled at a Senate hearing Thursday.

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2025 Community Calendar

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Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Body Updates? Email us at fchb.editor@yahoo.comCOMMUNITY SERVICESFOOD BANKS— FLOYDADA— Spirt of Sharing (SOS), 925 Crockett St., Floydada, Mon. and Thurs.. 2–4:30 p.m. (806) 983-5874.LOCKNEY— Lockney Salvation Army, 108 S. Main, Lockney. (806) 652-2488.
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TANNER SMITH, FLOYD CO. PCT. 1

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TAC Health & Employee Benefits Pool announces new board officers

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Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Body AUSTIN — The Texas Association of Counties Health & Employee Benefits Pool (TAC HEBP) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of new officers for 2025. This year’s board brings together a dynamic and experienced group of county leaders.
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