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Robin Nixon Named Tennis Coach of the Year By Nick Long Robin Nixon of Floydada was recognized Friday, December 6 as the Class 2A Tennis Coach of the Year during the Texas Tennis Coaches Association's Annual Conference at the John Newcombe Tennis Ranch. Approximately 400 people were in attendance at the banquet, that honored the distinguished coach of each of the high school classifications, the collegiate level and inductees into the association's Hall of Fame. Floydada Assistant Tennis Coach Regina Smith made the presentation to Coach Nixon. Coach Smith explained that Coach Nixon was hired 9 years ago by Superintendent Jerry Cannon to rebuild the Floydada Tennis program. Coach Smith said, "Coach Nixon is highly thought of by her players - past and present. She has a sincere love and passion for the game of tennis, and it has spread." Coach Smith also noted that Coach Nixon is highly regarded by her coaching peers. Coach Smith went on to say, "When Coach Nixon took the program there were 10 kids playing tennis. This past year Floydada had 30 out in high school and in excess of 40 in junior high. She leads summer tennis camps for 1st graders to adults that included 110 participants this past summer." The increasing number of players continues to bring more success. Floydada has now won four consecutive District titles, and three straight Region I Team Tennis Championships. The Whirlwind tennis program reached a significant milestone this past spring when the Girls Doubles Team of Jenna Payne and Jessica Castaneda finished as the State Runnerups. "I remember the years when we were being shut out and the kids who were taking the lumps. This group took the game and showed others how fun it could be," said Coach Nixon. "We were elated when we won anything at the tournaments, then we were 3rd at District and qualified one for Regional. That was followed by two Regional qualifiers and it started snowballing. The kids kept working and the success stories followed. It makes me feel good when the tennis court lights are on at night." In 2001 Rebecca Warren was the first Floydada player to survive the first two rounds of Regional and she placed 3rd. She repeated the feat in 2002. This is the same year when Payne-Castaneda broke through by winning the Region I Doubles title and then won a Silver Medal at State. "This award is for the Whirlwind program," said a very humble Coach Nixon. "This would not be possible without Regina Smith, Rosemary Finley, Sammy Bradley and the overwhelming support from Athletic Director Lee Hurt, the Booster Club and the parents." "Robin works extremely hard. She is dedicated to the tennis program and getting results," said Lee Hurt. "She has built one of the stronger 2A programs around this area and has done a super job in getting there." "I love the sport, I love to play it, and I love to coach it," said a smiling Coach Nixon. "I have enjoyed seeing the kids succeed and build confidence in themselves. I have enjoyed the relationship with the kids and getting to see them when they come home and hear the successes they are enjoying now. Tennis is something they can enjoy the rest of their lives." A reception in
honor of Robin Nixon will be held on Monday, December 16th
from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. in the home of Dana Crossland. All
former and present players, parents and supporters are
invited to attend.
DORIS EVANS Graveside services for Doris V. Evans, 84, of Ralls were held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 10, 2002 in the Ralls Cemetery. Reverend Floyd Haddick officiated. Arrangement were under the direction of Adams Funeral Home of Ralls. Mrs. Evans died Sunday, December 8, 2002. She was born on December 16, 1917 in Liberty Hill. She married Elmer Troy Evans on March 7, 1939 in Floydada. He died January 6, 2001. She was a member of Ralls First United Methodist Church and the Ralls Senior Citizens. She was voted senior citizen of the year in 1986. She worked at Danner's Department Store for 20 years. She moved to Ralls in 1951 from Liberty Hill. Survivors include two daughters, Juanell Carter of Conroe and Sisty Cypert of Ralls; a brother, Hershel Vaughan of Kingwood; five grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. ANTONIA GARZA FLORES Funeral services for Antonia Garza Flores, 62, of San Antonio were held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, December 9, 2002 at Templo Getsemani Assembly of God in Floydada. Reverend Ray Gonzales officiated. Burial was held in the Floydada Cemetery under the direction of Moore-Rose-White Funeral Home of Floydada. Mrs. Flores died Thursday, December 5, 2002 at SE Baptist Hospital in San Antonio. She was born on September 1, 1940 in Raymondville to the late Israel Jose Garza and Estela Maris Garcia Garza. She attended schools in Raymondville and moved from Raymondville to San Antonio where she lived the rest of her life. She was a homekeeper for the Civil Service. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Sylvia and a sister, Magdalena Robledo. Survivors include two sons, Javier and Pablo; two daughters, Leticia and Valeria; seven brothers, Viscente Garza of Warsaw, Indiana, Israel Jose Garza, Jr. of Abilene, Esmerejildo Garcia of Iowa Park and Oscar Garza, Sr., Casper Garza, Herman Garza and Gilbert Garza, all of Floydada; and six sisters, Seferina Guerra and Jane Castaneda, both of Floydada, Isabel Lopez of Lockney, Margarita Conteras and Brenda Garza, both of Dallas and Odelia Castro of Louisiana. MARGIE GAFFORD Funeral services for Margie Gafford, 78, of Floydada were held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, December 9, 2002 at the First United Methodist Church in Turkey, Texas. Reverend Steve Ulrey and Reverend Don McMahan officated. Burial was in Dreamland Cemetery in Turkey under the direction of Moore-Rose-White Funeral Home of Floydada. Mrs. Gafford died Saturday, December 7, 2002 at Mangold Memorial Hospital. She was born on October 10, 1924 in Murchinson to the late Ira J. Huckaby and Ola Turner Huckaby. She attended schools in Newlin, Texas and Turkey. She married R.B. Gafford on April 26, 1942 in Amarillo. She moved to Floydada from Turkey in 1973. She was a housewife and a member of the First Methodist Church in Turkey. Survivors include her husband, R.B. Gafford of Floydada; one son, Larry Gafford of Amarillo; one daughter, Rhenda Burson of Silverton; two brothers, Don Huckaby of Corpus Christi and Jake Huckaby of Amarillo; six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. IRVIN MYRICK Funeral services for Irvin Myrick, 100, of Stanton, were held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 11, 2002 at First Baptist Church in Stanton. Reverend David Harp officiated. Burial was in the Evergreen Cemetery under the direction of Gilbreath Funeral Home. Mr. Myrick died Sunday, December 8, 2002. He was born on March 5, 1902 in Scurry County. He married Ida Walker on January 7, 1923 in Colorado City. She died August 18, 1977. He moved from Scurry County to Mitchell County in 1902. He lived in New Mexico before moving back to Scurry County. He moved to the Courney community in Martin County in 1923 and farmed until 1993. He moved to Shallowater in December 2000. He was a member of the First Baptist Church. Survivors include three sons, James L. and Larry R., both of Stanton and Rodney E. of Lampasas; a daughter, Merideth McCulloch of Lockney; a sister, Myrtle Stewart of Stanton; 14 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. The family suggests memorials to Lottie Moon Missions at First Baptist Church, Box 1168, Stanton, Texas 79782.
Dear Editor, Dear citizens of Floyd County, what an impressive undertaking for Floyd County! The Veteran's Memorial splendidly pays tribute to those men and women from your county who served our country through military service. My dad's name, W. Brice Allen, is etched forever in stone along with my three uncles' names. I thank you Floyd County, and thank you Skyler Cornelius for the vision and for the reality of creating this positive, lasting, and deserved contribution to our veterans.
Sincerely, Judy Allen Corpus Christi
Dear Editor, May I say I have been deeply moved just reading about this wonderful Memorial. How wonderful it must have been to have been there in person. I call Floydada my home town although I left there in 1943 after graduating form High School. I have enjoyed going through some of your archives, few names are familiar now where once almost every name in town was known. Such is life. I will keep a close watch on your website from now on as I want the video when it is for sale. My niece Carrie Thayer Welty told us to pull up your web site and she had to give me your full name - Hesperian-Beacon. Times have changed. I recall the news paper being "The Floyd County Hesperian". I should have my three brothers names on the Memorial; two in WWII and one from the Korean conflict. They are Charles P. Cox, US Navy; Emory H. Cox, US Army; James W. Cox, US Army. Thank you for your lovely write up and the fine pictures. As a displaced Floydadian, I appreciate what has been done in "My Home Town." A special big thank you to young Skyler. Sincerely, Frances Cox Dilley
This is a "writer's block" column. I could think of nothing worthwhile to pass on, so I thought I would pass on a silly e-mail I got. Maybe it will give you a laugh. The Pastor and the Choir Director Church feuds are not uncommon. But when the pastor and the choir director get into it, stand aside. One week, our pastor decided to press his position by preaching on commitment, and how we should dedicate ourselves to service. That Sunday, the choir director led the choir in singing, 'I shall not be moved'. The next Sunday, the pastor preached on giving and how we should gladly give to the work of the Lord. The choir director then led the song, 'Jesus paid it all'. The next Sunday, the pastor preached on gossiping and how we should watch out tongues. The hymn was 'I love to Tell The Story'. The pastor became disgusted over the situation, and the next Sunday he told the congregation he was considering resigning. The choir then sang, 'Oh, Why Not Tonight". After the pastor resigned the next week, he preached his last sermon at the church telling the congregation that Jesus had led them there and Jesus was taking him away. The choir then sang, 'Oh, What a Friend We Have in Jesus.'
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Floydada HOUSES FOR RENT OR SALE--2 and 3 bedrooms; Apartments for rent: 1, 2, 3 or 4 bedrooms. Call 983-5552.
Lockney FOR RENT--Clean, furnished apartment. Water and trash collection included. Call Barker Realty - 652-2642.
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Floyd County, pursuant to a tax foreclosure sale, is offering for sale the following property in the City of Lockney: All of Lots No. 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 in Block 35 and Lots 1 and 2 in Block G of the N. B. Davis Survey located in the City of Lockney, Floyd County, Texas also known as the Webster Service and Supply, Inc. property. Any offers should be submitted to: William D. Hardin, County Judge, Courthouse Room 105, Floydada, Texas 79235.
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WANTED SMALL NATURAL gas heater. 313 E. Poplar, Lockney, Texas. Edith Cooper, 652-2728.
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