🌱 When are Plainview’s 2026 Homecoming and Senior Night football games?

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In today's newsletter:

• When are Plainview’s 2026 Homecoming and Senior Night football games?
• Why Plainview homes are staying on the market longer—but costing less
• How new machines are helping Plainview’s landfill last years longer

Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Friday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 86 and low of 68 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Saturday: Turning cloudy, temps: high: 94, low: 63.
• Sunday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 69 and low of 59 degrees.

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📰 News we're reading

1. Here's a look at Plainview's football schedule for 2026 (myplainview.com) — Plainview football fans can now circle every 2026 varsity date, including five home matchups, Homecoming on Sept. 18, and Senior Night on Oct. 2. The Bulldogs, moving to 4A, open with scrimmages against Pampa and Frenship before a full slate of road and home games through Nov. 6.
   

2. Local housing inventory moving slow in Plainview compared to statewide (lmtonline.com) — Plainview’s housing market is moving a bit slower than the Texas average, but homes here remain far more affordable, with a median price around $175,000 and about 78 days on market. Local inventory is slightly higher than statewide, giving buyers more choices even as statewide and national data show only modest price easing and continued affordability challenges.
   

3. Plainview landfill's TANA machines are drawing nationwide interest (myplainview.com) — Plainview’s landfill is drawing national attention for its powerful TANA Shark shredder and compactor, which are boosting safety and efficiency. The machines dramatically speed up tire and brush processing, pack trash more tightly, and help extend the landfill’s lifespan while bringing industry visitors from across the country to see them in action.
   

4. Top Dining Spots To Try In Plainview, Texas (kkam.com) — If you’re hungry in Plainview, several locally loved spots are getting the most buzz from diners. From Tex‑Mex favorite Leal’s and comfort‑food stop Cotton Patch Cafe to Broadway Brew, Mia’s Pizzeria, and Taqueria Jalisco, these are the most‑reviewed Plainview restaurants drawing repeat visits and road‑trippers alike.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Plainview

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Thursday June 18

• June Board Meeting
  Plainview ISD Plainview, TX 79072
  6:00 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

Friday June 12

• Seated Volleyball →
  Copper Rawlings Senior Center, 213 40th St, Lubbock
  10:00 am

Sunday June 14

• FFA Officer Retreat
  Abernathy ISD Abernathy, TX 79311
• Kenny Wayne Shepherd →
  Buddy Holly Hall, 1300 Mac Davis Ln Suite 1, Lubbock
  6:30 pm

Monday June 15

• Summer School - Carr Middle School & High School
  Hale Center H S Hale Center, TX 79041
• Summer EOCs →
  Tulia ISD Tulia, TX 79088
• Summer School - Akin
  Hale Center H S Hale Center, TX 79041
• Boy's Basketball Camp
  Abernathy ISD Abernathy, TX 79311
• Cheer Practice →
  Tulia ISD Tulia, TX 79088
  5:30 pm
• School Board Meeting
  Hale Center ISD Hale Center, TX 79041
  6:30 pm

Tuesday June 16

• Area FFA Leadership Camp
  Abernathy ISD Abernathy, TX 79311

Thursday June 18

• June Board Meeting
  Plainview ISD Plainview, TX 79072
  6:00 pm

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• TIBCO Software, Inc. posted a job opening for Restaurant Shift Leader (Hourly Manager) in Plainview. Apply here.
• Disabledperson, Inc posted a job opening for Floor Clerical at Walmart in Plainview, Texas in Plainview. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Plainview here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Yammies! (Thank you Lynda S. for sending it in!)
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