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UPCOMING

News Staff

Tuesday, September 24, 2024

Body ST. MARY MAGDALEN CATHOLIC CHURCH will have an Enchilada Fundraiser on Friday, Sept. 27 starting at 11 a.m. The meal includes enchiladas, rice, beans and a drink for $10 per plate. Dine-in, drive-through or deliveries are available.

A LETTER FROM LOKI

News Staff

Tuesday, September 24, 2024

Body When I first received the news that I was going to have the opportunity to represent my school and community in Orlando, Florida, as an All-American Mascot, the emotions were definitely high.

RUBEN DE LEON

Meet the candidates in Floyd County Sheriff’s Race, contested for November election

Staff Reports

Tuesday, September 24, 2024

Body Incumbent sheriff Paul Raissez will have an opponent for the November 5 election. Raissez, a Republican, has been challenged by write-in candidate Patrol Sergeant Ruben De Leon; both men are currently employed by the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office.

LONGHORNS VICTORY Lockney Homecoming Queen Jolene Guerrero celebrates with the team following Lockney’s 35-14 win over Quanah to cap a successful 2024 Homecoming week. MORE PHOTOS, PAGES 5, 10 | CERVANTES PHOTOGRAPHY

Lockney 2024 homecoming enjoyed by past and present students; 4-year tradition to continue

D’lyn Morris |

Tuesday, September 24, 2024

Body From Wednesday night’s bonfire to the dance that ended events of the weekend, Lockney students past and present celebrated and enjoyed what it means to be a Longhorn.Officially, 177 ex-students registered on Friday before the pep rally and on Saturday morning.

Whirlwinds took advantage of the back-to-back penalties to score on Henderson’s run up the middle with 2:45

Lions survive Whirlwinds’ second-half dominance to take 28–20 win

Sue Jane Sullivan |

Tuesday, September 24, 2024

Body Trailing 21-0 at halftime last Friday night in Lubbock, the Floydada Whirlwinds came out of the locker room and watched Trinity Christian march down the field to score and extend their lead to 28-0.

New TxDOT Campaign offers trailer hitch and towing safety tips

Jeff Salzgeber |

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Body AUSTIN – Whether it’s taking a boat on a lake or operating a business, millions of Texans hitch a trailer to their vehicle every year. Knowing how to safely attach or tow a trailer can save lives.

PREPARING TO SWEEP AWAY SMYER at last week’s Floydada pep rally were Head Coach J.R. Compton and Windy the Whirlwind mascot. HOMECOMING HIGHLIGHTS, PAGE 4 | FCISD PHOTO

Ground game, stingy defense power Whirlwinds over Bobcats

News Staff

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Body The homecoming crowd had lots to cheer Friday night in Floydada as the Whirlwinds had no trouble taking care of the Smyer Bobcats, 34-14.A perfect first quarter paved the way for the Whirlwinds’ second win.

Lockney Hospital District board approves opening new account with West Texas National Bank in August meeting

Compiled From Minutes

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Body In the regular monthly meeting of the Lockney General Hospital District Board of Trustees on August 28, 2024 chief executive officer Vince DiFranco began by discussing the Uncompensated Care Program IGT Funding.

RUBEN DE LEON

Write-in candidate makes Floyd County Sheriff’s race contested for November election

News Staff

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Body Incumbent sheriff Paul Raissez will have an opponent for the November 5 election.Raissez, a Republican, has been challenged by write-in candidate Deputy Ruben De Leon.De Leon filed as a Republican write-in candidate in August. August 18 is the deadline for write-in candidates.

Floydada City Council approves water, sewer rates in September meeting, adopt tax rates and budget

Compiled From Unapproved Minutes

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Body In the regular monthly meeting of the Floydada City Council on Sept. 9, council members voted unanimously to approve the HOT Funds request from the Floydada Youth Iron Man Tackle Football League.

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