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Robbery plot leads to murder of 79-year-old Slaton man, Garza pleads guilty
Brett Garza, 38, pleaded guilty on Monday in connection with a 2019 plot to rob 79-year-old Celestino Rodriguez of his car and government check, which led to the man's murder in Hale County.
Lady Winds Enter Third Round Against Colorado City
WOLFFORTH, TX – The Floydada Lady Winds will continue their playoff campaign on Tuesday as they enter a three game series against the Colorado City Lady Wolves in the 2A Regional Quarterfinal. The Lady Winds defeated Seymoure 19-0 in their previous playoff series. Colorado City was victorious in their...
Softball Game Recap: Lamesa Triumphs
It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but Lamesa had no problem doing just that on Thursday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 4-3 win over the Tulia Hornets. The victory was familiar territory for Lamesa who now have five in a row.
Floydada softball refocuses during delay to down Colorado City in region quarterfinal Game 3
WOLFFORTH — The Floydada softball team spent nearly as much time in the parking lot as it did on the field Saturday. The first lightning delay was welcomed. The Whirlwinds trailed Colorado City by nine runs late in an uncharacteristic Game 2. The time away allowed Floydada to regroup and focus on correcting its mistakes. ...
Man arrested after Plainview shooting leaves woman critically injured
PLAINVIEW — Police on Thursday afternoon arrested a man who they believe is responsible for shooting and critically injuring a woman overnight in central Plainview. According to Plainview police, officers were called to the 1300 block of Kokomo Street just before 2 a.m. Thursday for reports of shots fired. There they found a 54-year-old woman with gunshot wounds to her hand and torso. ...
TXDOT: District-wide safety project begins this week
LUBBOCK, Texas (News Release) - The Texas Department of Transportation is ready to begin work this week on a $1.63 million safety project to install reflective pavement markers (RPMs) to various roads in all the Lubbock District’s 17-county service area: Bailey, Castro, Cochran, Crosby, Dawson, Gaines, Garza, Floyd, Hale, Hockley, Lamb, Lubbock, Lynn, Parmer, Swisher, Terry, and Yoakum counties.
Lass and Alvarado Elected to Lockney School Board
FLOYD COUNTY, TX – Voters from Lockney and Floydada turned out to elect members to their respective city councils, while two seats were filled for Lockney ISD on Saturday. Mike Lass defeated Justin Wright for an At-Large seat on the Lockney ISD School Board, 58% to 42%, and Cecilia Alvarado defeated Alberto Soto-Gonzales, 78% to 22%, to win the District 2 seat.
Lockney Volunteer Fire Department Fundraiser
LOCKNEY, TX – The Lockney Volunteer Fire Department’s annual brisket sandwich fundraiser is scheduled for Sunday, May 5, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Supporters can pick up their meals by the Fire Hall at 211 E Locust. For $10, a plate includes a sandwich (meat provided by Weekends BBQ), chips, and a drink.
Plainview PD looking for suspect involved in early Thursday morning shooting
LUBBOCK, Texas— The Plainview Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a suspect involved in a shooting that left a 54-year-old woman in critical condition. Just before 2 a.m. on Thursday, officers responded to a shots fired call in the 1300 block of Kokomo Street in Plainview. According to Plainview PD, officers […]
WEATHER AWARE: Friday PM Severe Weather Update
LUBBOCK, TX (KLBK) – KLBK Chief Meteorologist Jacob Riley has an update on Friday night’s severe weather potential for May 3, 2024. A Tornado Watch has been issued for Lamb, Hale, Floyd, Hockley, Lubbock, Crosby, Dickens, Terry, Lynn, Garza, Kent, Dawson, Borden, and Scurry counties through 10 PM CDT.
Finney Field historical marker implanted near Plainview, recognizing WWII training site
PLAINVIEW, Texas - The historical marker for Finney Field from the Texas Historical Commission in Austin has been implanted north of Plainview. This marks the site where Plainview Pre-Glider School was located in WWII from 1942-43. “Finney Field is remembered for its local contributions to aviation and its international impact in military training.”
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