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Lockney Today
By the People, for the People
Lockney Honors Community Leaders at Annual Banquet
Citizen, Business, and Fireman of the Year awards recognize outstanding service and dedication.
Published on Feb. 11, 2026
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The Lockney Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual community banquet, celebrating the contributions of local individuals and organizations. The event featured the presentation of the Citizen of the Year, Business of the Year, and Fireman of the Year awards, honoring those who have gone above and beyond in serving the Lockney community.
Why it matters
The Lockney banquet is an important annual tradition that brings the community together to recognize the dedication and generosity of its members. These awards highlight the spirit of volunteerism and community pride that helps keep Lockney strong, even as the town faces the same challenges of small-town America.
The details
The Citizen of the Year award was presented to the Little Longhorn Parent Club, a group of parents who volunteer extensively to support Lockney ISD. The Business of the Year award was given to Cervantes Photography, whose owners Fred and Gracie have built a respected local business while also consistently supporting community events. The Lockney Volunteer Fire Department was recognized, with Justin Graves and Austen Rexrode named as Firemen of the Year for their dedication and countless hours of emergency response.
- The Lockney Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual banquet on Saturday, February 7, 2026.
- The Citizen of the Year, Business of the Year, and Fireman of the Year awards were presented during the event.
The players
Little Longhorn Parent Club
A dedicated group of parents who generously volunteer their time and energy to support Lockney ISD through school events, student activities, and campus support efforts.
Cervantes Photography
A local business owned by Fred and Gracie Cervantes, who have built a respected photography company while also consistently supporting local events and organizations in Lockney.
Lockney Volunteer Fire Department
The local fire department that provides emergency response and assistance to the Lockney community.
Justin Graves
A Lockney Volunteer Firefighter who was named Fireman of the Year for his dedication and service.
Austen Rexrode
A Lockney Volunteer Firefighter who was named Fireman of the Year for his dedication and service.
The takeaway
The Lockney community celebrates its dedicated volunteers, generous businesses, and selfless first responders, demonstrating the power of a tight-knit town to uplift its members and foster a lasting sense of pride and belonging.
