Peppermint meringues put a bit of pizzazz in the new year

Body Who’s ready to ring in 2022? Bidding farewell to 2020 was long awaited with the year we had. But I’d say 2021 has brought its own share of challenges. I do try to focus on some of the wonderful aspects of this past year; there were certainly many things to be thankful for.

CORRECTION

Body In Mary M. Carter’s column of Dec. 16 regarding the Razzle Dazzle Red Hat Sisters shared Dec. 6 Christmas luncheon in Plainview with the Royal Swisherettes of Tulia, some information was described incorrectly by mistake.

Lockney Senior Center News

Body Annual membership dues for the Center for 2022 are now due and can be sent to the Center. Membership fee remains the same at $30 per year per person. Membership fees go directly into our building and maintenance fund and are essential for continuing operations.

Safely gifting soapberries

Body If you can’t be recyclable, at least be biodegradable. The first option is for reincarnationists. It’s dust to dust for the rest of us. Deep subject.

LOCKNEY ROTARY CLUB OFFICERS ELECTED

Body LOCKNEY ROTARY CLUB OFFICERS ELECTED Buster Poling, city manager of Lockney (left), was elected president of the Lockney Rotary Club during their meeting held on Friday, Dec. 17. Brent Barker (right) was re-elected vice president and treasurer of the club.

Floydada Senior Citizens News

Body The Center is now open three days a week. We are serving lunch on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. We offer dinein, carry-out or delivery. On Wednesdays we will be selling meals to go for $5. Meals on Tuesdays and Thursdays are $7.

State steps up DUI enforcement during holidays

Body AUSTIN—The Texas Department of Transportation has kicked off its statewide “Drive Sober. No Regrets” drunk driving prevention program for the holidays.

2021 Community Calendar

Body COMMUNITY SERVICES FOOD 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. PLEASE CALL FOR HOURS DUE TO COVID-19. LOCKNEY PUBLIC LIBRARY, 124 S.

First Day Hikes a great start to new year

Body If you’re making a New Year’s resolution to be more active in 2022 and are looking to enjoy temperate weather across most of the state, the Texas State Parks have a tradition of First Day Hike activities that you can take advantage of.