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Cotton, Inc. CEO to meet with Plains Cotton Growers Jan. 23

Cotton, Inc. CEO to meet with Plains Cotton Growers Jan. 23

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Cotton, Inc. CEO to meet with Plains Cotton Growers Jan. 23

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Thursday, January 22, 2026
The Plains Cotton Advisory Group will meet Friday, Jan. 23, at 7:30 a.m., with Cotton Incorporated President and CEO William Kimbrell join us to share some highlights on Cotton Incorporated's promotion and research strategy, offer some examples of recent work, as well as initiatives for the year...

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Lockney Chamber set to honor community members

J. Renae Conlee |
Thursday, January 22, 2026
The Lockney Chamber of Commerce will host a recognition banquet to celebrate members of the community on Saturday, Jan. 24 at 6 p.m. The banquet will take place at the Lockney Elementary Cafetorium at 310 SW 8th Street.“We will recognize the Business of the Year and Citizen of the Year,” said D’Lyn...
BOARD MEMBERS OF THE MONTH were recently honored by Floydada CISD. Back row, from left, are Roger Hughes, District 1; Randall Sims, District 5; Randy Moore, At-large seat. Front row, from left, are Gracie Diaz, District 3; Brianne Glasscock, District 2; Beverly Collinsm District 4; and Eric Smithm At-large seat. | FLOYDADA CISD PHOTO

BOARD MEMBERS OF THE MONTH were recently honored by Floydada CISD. Back row, from left, are Roger Hughes, District 1; Randall Sims, District 5; Randy Moore, At-large seat. Front row, from left, are Gracie Diaz, District 3; Brianne Glasscock, District 2; Beverly Collinsm District 4; and Eric Smithm At-large seat. | FLOYDADA CISD PHOTO

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Floydada CISD recognizes students, staff, board members at October board meeting

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Thursday, January 22, 2026
At the Floydada Collegiate ISD October board meeting on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026, students and staff were recognized for their hard work throughout the year.Students of the Month recognized from Duncan Collegiate Elementary were second graders Alyssa Mao and Jiovani Juarez.The Duncan Elementary...
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Thursday, January 22, 2026
On Jan. 19, the Longhorns and Lady Horns hosted their second powerlifting meet of the season, at the Floyd County Friends Unity Center, with several girls taking firsts in their classes, with Lockney finishing 4th in team standings.
MENTORINGYOUTH The Floyd-Briscoe Farm Bureau board worked with area youth to help them understand the issues affecting agriculture in the Youth Ag Discussion Meet Jan. 5 in Floydada. | COURTESY PHOTOS

MENTORINGYOUTH The Floyd-Briscoe Farm Bureau board worked with area youth to help them understand the issues affecting agriculture in the Youth Ag Discussion Meet Jan. 5 in Floydada. | COURTESY PHOTOS

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Local farm bureau leaders mentor youth in Youth Ag Discussion Meet

Kay Ellington |
Thursday, January 22, 2026
Floyd’s Shuping, Machedo, Jiminez top winnersLocal leaders in the Floyd-Briscoe Counties Farm Bureau have taken a proactive role in mentoring area young people in the issues affecting agriculture with the Farm Bureau Youth Ag Discussion Meet held Jan. 5, 2026, at the First Baptist Church of...
DPS Offers Winter Weather Safety Reminders

DPS Offers Winter Weather Safety Reminders

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DPS Offers Winter Weather Safety Reminders

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Thursday, January 22, 2026
AUSTIN – As many parts of the state prepare for wintry weather, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) reminds Texans that extreme cold, freezing rain, ice, and snow can pose significant hazards to drivers and pedestrians.
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