Texas Broadband Development Office seeking input from public for development of Texas Digital Opportunity Plan

Body KELLY DAVILA | DIRECTOR OF REGIONAL SERVICES LUBBOCK— The Texas Broadband Development Office (BDO) is asking for public input on internet accessibility, affordability, and usage.

Scientists love Virginia

Body Yes, Santa Claus. There is a Virginia. I jest. If Santa knows anybody, he knows Virginia, who famously questioned his existence in 1897. But when it comes to names on his current list, Virginia barely rates. It’s no longer a common child’s name.

‘What-a-brat’ a terrific plant-based substitute for meat on the grill

Body 8 rice spring roll wrappers 8 whole wheat hotdog buns ½ cup prepared sauerkraut Dijon mustard or ketchup for serving Prepare outdoor or indoor grill to reach medium heat.

Food Bytes

Body I’ve been completely exhilarated by healthy, plantfueled foods of late. Nourishing my body with proteins like beans and grains has been one of the most successful shifts in my diet, ever.

Lira graduates as part of WTAMU’s Class of 2023

Body CANYON— The final tally is 1,110 graduates for West Texas A&M University’s Class of May 2023. One of the graduates was from Floydada, Jose David Lira, who earned a B.S. degree in agriculture business and economics.

Harmony Plains Singing School returns to South Plains July 16-21

Body Travelers driving up U.S. Highway 62 in Crosby County may recognize the red-brick schoolhouse at Cone that leaves them with questions. This tiny village just outside Floyd County established a post office in 1903.

Floydada Dog of the Week

Body MEET ODEN · Male Shepherd Mix · Approx Weight: 50 lbs · Approx Age: 10- 11 months Floydada’s dog of the week is Oden. Imagine these words from a pet just waiting for his furr-ever home: “I am the funniest dog ever and I love to run and play.

Gonzales, Machado receive PC academic awards

Body South Plains College presented academic and service awards to 146 students who displayed the highest level of achievement throughout the 2022–23 academic year. Aliana Gonzales and Amber Machado, both from Floydada, were recipients of those awards.

FLOYD 4-H ROUNDUP

Body FLOYD 4-H ROUNDUP

Lockney High School posts 6th 6 weeks honor rolls

Body The following students enrolled in Lockney High School earned “A” Honor Roll for the 6th 6 weeks of the 2022–23 school year.