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Floydada EDC assists local businesses with training and equipment

Floydada EDC assists local businesses with training and equipment

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Floydada EDC assists local businesses with training and equipment

News Staff
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
LIZ ADAMS | HESPERIAN-BEACON The Floydada Economic Development Center provides free training programs and financial assistance for local businesses and helps attract new businesses to grow and succeed in Floyd County.
Tyrean (Ty) Henderson, a 2025 Floydada Collegiate High School graduate and athlete, has committed to play football for the Oklahoma Panhandle State University Aggies. He officially signed his letter of intent on May 27, 2025 with family, friends and coaches in attendance. Congratulations, Ty! | COURTESY PHOTO

Tyrean (Ty) Henderson, a 2025 Floydada Collegiate High School graduate and athlete, has committed to play football for the Oklahoma Panhandle State University Aggies. He officially signed his letter of intent on May 27, 2025 with family, friends and coaches in attendance. Congratulations, Ty! | COURTESY PHOTO

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HENDERSON SIGNS

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Tuesday, June 3, 2025
from Floyd County were selected to participate in the 2025 ASCO AllStar Classic football game. Masen Rehkopf from Lockney High School, and Tyrean Henderson and Sergio Valadez from Floydada High School, participated in the game held on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at Lowrey Field in Lubbock. The game was a fundraiser for athletes who have suffered permanent injuries while playing football. The Red team won the game with a final score of 42-21. | CERVANTES PHOTOGRAPHY

from Floyd County were selected to participate in the 2025 ASCO AllStar Classic football game. Masen Rehkopf from Lockney High School, and Tyrean Henderson and Sergio Valadez from Floydada High School, participated in the game held on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at Lowrey Field in Lubbock. The game was a fundraiser for athletes who have suffered permanent injuries while playing football. The Red team won the game with a final score of 42-21. | CERVANTES PHOTOGRAPHY

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THREE STANDOUT SENIORS

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Tuesday, June 3, 2025

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Floydada and Lockney pools open for summer 2025

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Tuesday, June 3, 2025
LIZ ADAMS | HESPERIAN-BEACON Both the Floydada city swimming pool and the Lockney swimming pool are now open for the summer.The pool in Floydada opened May 25 and will be open from noon to 5 p.m. every day except Mondays until the end of the season.

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UPCOMING

News Staff
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
FLOYD COUNTY BURN BURN IN EFFECT. It has been extended effective Tuesday, April 1 by the Floyd County Commissioners Court.SUMMER FUN IN THE SUN The Floydada Swimming Pool is open for the summer. Regular days will be every Tuesday through Sunday, 12 noon–5 p.m. Entry fee is $3.75 per person.
Grow your own herbal tea

Grow your own herbal tea

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Grow your own herbal tea

Ellen Peffley
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
CUISINE & CULTUREAn afternoon cup of tea after tending the garden is a reviver. Traditional, store-bought black tea ( Camellia sinensis) may be a bit robust for an afternoon pick-me-up but lighter herbal teas are delightfully refreshing.

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Lockney Friends & Neighbors Center News

Joy Dalrymple
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The center is now called the Lockney Friends & Neighbors Center. Our motto is…” Bringing the Community Together!”“BINGO NIGHT” held every 2nd Monday of the month at 6 p.m. at the Center (118 W. College Street). Come join us for lots of fun.
Yumm-iny hominy au gratin

Yumm-iny hominy au gratin

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Yumm-iny hominy au gratin

News Staff
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Hominy was one of my childhood favorites at mealtime. My mom would purchase it already prepared, and I still remember the red and white can it came in. It’s made from corn that undergoes a process called nixtamalization.

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Lockney ISD will serve good nutrition for local children this summer

Staff Reports
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Lockney ISD will provide healthy summer meals to Lockney, Texas, children to ensure they have a healthy vacation and return to school ready to learn.This summer, Lockney ISD will connect children 18 and younger and enrolled student with disabilities up to 21 years old with healthy, no-cost summer...
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