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100 YEARS OF PARKS HISTORY The Centennial Time Capsule, crafted from pecan trees at Mother Neff State Park, weighs more than 300 pounds and is now on its way to the Palo Duro Canyon State Park. The capsule holds more than 100 objects, each representing a park or program within the state park system. | COURTESY PHOTO

100 YEARS OF PARKS HISTORY The Centennial Time Capsule, crafted from pecan trees at Mother Neff State Park, weighs more than 300 pounds and is now on its way to the Palo Duro Canyon State Park. The capsule holds more than 100 objects, each representing a park or program within the state park system. | COURTESY PHOTO

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Parks’ Centennial Time Capsule moves on to Palo Duro Canyon

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Wednesday, April 8, 2026
The Centennial Time Capsule, which encompasses 100 years of Texas State Parks history, is on the move once again, as it roams the Lone Star State for 50 years on a quest to be displayed at every park.

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Floyd commissioners court sets hours for public library

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Wednesday, April 8, 2026
The commissioners court of Floyd County held their regular session on March 9 in the County Courthouse, room 106 at 8 a.m.Present were County Judge Marty Lucke, Tanner Smith, precinct 1 commissioner, Tanner Rance Young, precinct 3 commissioner, and David Martinez, precinct 4 commissioner.
Lockney Chamber

Lockney Chamber

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Lockney Chamber plans inaugural Cinco de Mayo celebration

J. Renae Conlee |
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
The Lockney Chamber of Commerce will be hosting its first-ever Cinco de Mayo event on Saturday, May 2, 226, from 10 a.m to 8 p.m. The festival will take place at the former Dairy Queen parking lot at 217 S. Main Street.According to chamber president Priscilla Perales, the festival will be free to...
FLOYDADA RELAYS Floydada and Lockney each competed in the Floydada Relays last week, as they gear up to compete in the district track meet April 9 and 10. See more photos from the Floydada Relays on page 4. | CERVANTES PHOTOGRAPHY

FLOYDADA RELAYS Floydada and Lockney each competed in the Floydada Relays last week, as they gear up to compete in the district track meet April 9 and 10. See more photos from the Floydada Relays on page 4. | CERVANTES PHOTOGRAPHY

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UPCOMING

News Staff
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
CINCO DE MAYO The Lockney Chamber of Commerce is planning an inaugural Cinco de Mayo on May 2, 2026. If you are interested in participating as a vendor in this event, please go to the Chamber’s Facebook page, and post your interest.
UIL announces 2026-2028 alignment for spring sports

UIL announces 2026-2028 alignment for spring sports

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UIL announces 2026-2028 alignment for spring sports

Russ Morris |
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
The Texas University Interscholastic League announced the 2026-2028 realignment for all spring sports and activities on April 1. The spring alignment includes baseball, softball, golf, tennis, and academic UIL competition.Floydada Academic UIL, golf, and tennis.
EASTER AT THE BALLPARK

EASTER AT THE BALLPARK

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EASTER AT THE BALLPARK

News Staff
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
It was batter up and watch out for the Easter Bunny last week as the Floydada Lady Winds and the Lockney Lady Horns faced off and hosted an Easter Egg Hunt before their intra-county faceoff.
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