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Tuesday, July 8, 2025
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At the 97th Texas FFA Convention June 20–July 4 in Fort Worth, Lockney students earning the Lone Star Degree were (from left) Nickolas Cervantes, Emma Nelson, Rylee Austin and Adrian Jimenez. READ MORE, PAGE 5
A ABOVE LONE STARS FROM LOCKNEY
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Tuesday, July 8, 2025
POPE PUMPED TO PROCESS “He’s always wanted to do this,”said Kyra Pope regarding the passion her husband, Brayden, brings to their new custom-meat processing venture in Lockney. “We are enjoying being able to work together as a family,” she said. “Everything we process is straight from ranch to table.”The outfit just shipped out their first boxes in time for July 4 barbecues. | COURTESY PHOTO
Meet the folks behind Lockney’s Pope Meat Company
Liz Adams |
After more than a decade working in meat processing and experience with the successful Pope Barbeque catering company, Brayden Pope has opened a new family business in Lockney called Pope Meat Company, which provides processing for local farmers and ranchers.He and his wife, Kyra Pope, grew up in...
Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Abbott signs law prohibiting cellphones, similar devices in Texas public schools
Abbott signs law prohibiting cellphones, similar devices in Texas public schools
Compiled From Media Reports
When Texas public school students return to campus this fall, they will be prohibited from using cellphones, smart watches and other personal communication devices throughout the school day.Texas governor Greg Abbott signed House Bill 1481 into law June 20, giving school districts 90 days to adopt...
Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Lake Mackenzie is located in Briscoe County, 12 miles northwest of Silverton and 27 miles east of Tulia. Operated by Mackenzie Municipal Water Authority, the lake was created to furnish water to member cities of Floydada, Lockney, Silverton and Tulia. Recent rains have helped replenish lake levels. | COURTESY PHOTO REPLENISHING RAINS
Lake Mackenzie sees 10-foot rise
Liz Adams |
Lake Mackenzie, a vital water source for Floyd and Briscoe Counties, has reached depths of 74 feet after quite a bit of rain has continued to fall in the area.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025
UPCOMING
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FLOYD COUNTY BURN BURN IN EFFECT It has been extended effective Thursday, April 17 by the Floyd County commissioners court.SUMMER FUN IN THE SUN The Floydada Swimming Pool is open for the summer. Regular days are Tuesday–Sunday, 12 noon–5 p.m. Entry fee is $3.75 per person.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Earning their Lone Star Degree diplomas at the 97th Texas FFA Convention last week were Justin Torres, Katie Landin, Alli Hernandez, Brittany Machado and Payten Shuping. READ MORE, PAGE 4
LEFT FLOYDADA FFA LONE STARS
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Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Easy-peasy: fresh strawberry jam
Easy-peasy: fresh strawberry jam
Angelina L
The fresh fruits at the farm stands are full of juicy flavor right now. And jams made with fresh fruit—or even frozen—are a delight to make.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Mid-summer rose care
Mid-summer rose care
Ellen Peffley
From the gardenRoses are faithful rebloomers— even in our hot summers. Average July temperatures for West Texas are in the mid-90s and, while roses are heat tolerant, they can still suffer damage without proper maintenance.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025
The 501
The 501
Hanaba Munn Welch
The camera never liesSmile. You’re on Candid Camera!”That was a fun show. I think I had to look up the word “candid” to see what it meant.If I now had to define the word off the top of my head, what would I say? What would you say?THINKING PAUSE.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025