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Association recognizes Pioneers of the Year at 96th annual Old Settlers

1 month ago | hesperianbeacononline.com | Liz Adams

On Saturday afternoon, May 24, 2025, the Floyd County Pioneer Association hosted the 96th Annual Old Settlers Reunion, an event that brought residents and visitors from out of town to celebrate the county’s history. Association member Remmington Ricketts announced Pioneer Woman Carolyn Cheek, Pioneer Man James Huggins and Pioneer Couple Travis and Geraldine Gentry, and presen... To access content, please login or purchase a subscription.
Stenographers Breck and Ann Record moving to Weatherford

1 month ago | hesperianbeacononline.com | Liz Adams

Subhead WHERE ARE THEY NOW? Son of world- renowned pianist Lucy Dean Record, Breck Record recently made a visit to his hometown of Lockney for the annual Christmas ball. He grew up in Floyd County and graduated from Lockney High School in 1979. Sharing a talent for music with his mother, he played trombone and drums in the school band. He also played basketball and served as his class vice president durin... To access content, please login or purchase a subscription.
Floyd County Pioneer Association presents 96th Old Settlers Reunion

1 month ago | hesperianbeacononline.com | Liz Adams

May 24, 2025, the Floyd County Pioneer Association will kick off the 96th Annual Old Settlers Reunion with a flag presentation ceremony at 9 a.m. at the Veteran’s Memorial on the north side of the courthouse.Old Settlers. The Pioneer Woman, Pioneer Man and Pioneer Couple will be announced at 1:30 p.m. at the pavilion this year. Those honored will also ... To access content, please login or purchase a subscription.
Goen and Goen Insurance renovates Don Hardy Autos building for new offices

1 month ago | hesperianbeacononline.com | Liz Adams

After over 60 years in the office at 102 East California Street in Floydada, Goen and Goen Insurance is moving. Its new location will be 201 East Missouri on the opposite corner of the courthouse square—in the previous home of Don Hardy Autos. According to Taylor Sue, work has already begun on renovations, and plans are to be completed and open this fall.“We need mor... To access content, please login or purchase a subscription.
Lockney to host annual Clean-Up Week from June 18-21

1 month ago | hesperianbeacononline.com | Liz Adams

Lockney will be accepting furniture, appliances and other waste items that cannot be left in regular dumpsters during the city’s annual Clean-Up Week June 18–21.Lockney residents can bring these items to the Rubbish Collection Station at the City of Lockney Shop, located at 1011 Highway 70. The station is also open once more before Clean-Up Week on May 17 and then on... To access content, please login or purchase a subscription.
95th Floyd County Old Settlers Reunion set for May 24

1 month ago | hesperianbeacononline.com | Liz Adams

Subhead MARK YOUR CALENDARS The 2025 Floyd County Old Settlers Reunion is slated for the Floyd County Courthouse Square on Main St. starting at 10:00 a.m. May 24.Hosted by the Floyd County Pioneers Association and the Floydada Chamber of Commerce, this yearâ€™s 95th Old Set- tlers Reunion will celebrate the history of Floydada, Lockney and surrounding communities with a full day of fun that will in... To access content, please login or purchase a subscription.
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Floydada

1 month ago | hesperianbeacononline.com | Liz Adams

The Serrato Sisters will be hosting a Cinco de Mayo celebration from 5 to 8 p.m. with music, food and outdoor fun next Monday, May 5 at 214 Main St. in Floydada. The event will be free to the public with a professional DJ and a picnic area. Vendors will have tables with food, arts and crafts.“People are welcome to dance,” said Yuleida Serrato, one third of the sister... To access content, please login or purchase a subscription.
TEA data released for Floyd County school districts

1 month ago | hesperianbeacononline.com | Liz Adams

In the school accountabililty data released by the Texas Education Association last week, Floydada CISD received a rating of B on student achievement, school progress and closing the gaps with an overall grade of B. During the 2022-23 school year, which was covered by the newly available data, 198 students were enrolled. Of those, 72.7% were economically disadvantaged, which is... To access content, please login or purchase a subscription.
Pet adoption, foster opportunities available in Floyd County

2 months ago | hesperianbeacononline.com | Liz Adams

Subhead with them.” As West Texas begins to see warmer weather, it will soon be the time of year when the area will see more stray animals. As Floyd County’s animal control and code enforcement officer, Andrea Sandoval said that there are actions Floydada residents can take to help manage this issue.“We are always in need of fosters for dogs,” Sandoval said. “You can fill out an app... To access content, please login or purchase a subscription.
The Sunday Scoop

2 months ago | lizadams.substack.com | Liz Adams

Hi! How are you? I hope you’ve had a great weekend. Ours has been pretty perfect! The weather in Charleston right now is a DREAM. The azaleas are popping everywhere, the air is filled with a mix of floral and salty sea, the birds are laying their nests (one in our golf cart which I can’t bear to move so I guess we won’t be using that for a while) and it all just feels kind of magical.