DICKENS COUNTY presented negotiated agreements for county commissioners’ consideration following a public hearing Sept. 14. | TEXAS SPUR

DICKENS COUNTY presented negotiated agreements for county commissioners’ consideration following a public hearing Sept. 14. | TEXAS SPUR

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Dickens commission approves Galaxy II, III abatements

Barbara Brannon |
Thu, 09/17/2026 - 08:53
Alternative energy and AI data centers are vexing topics for local governments these days, with...
RING RETURNED The Spur Class of 1965 ring shown above made its way back to its original owner this summer after a long absence. | COURTESY PHOTO

RING RETURNED The Spur Class of 1965 ring shown above made its way back to its original owner this summer after a long absence. | COURTESY PHOTO

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reSTORED of the RINGS

Thu, 09/17/2026 - 08:53

“All that is gold does not glitter, Not all those who wander are lost,” goes the song from “The Fellowship of the Ring.” But for Karen Morrison Thomas, Spur Class of 1965, her high school ring did indeed seem to be gone for good.

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Low country crab boil

Low country crab boil

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Low country crab boil

Angelina Larue
Thu, 09/17/2026 - 08:53
I love visiting cities rich in history and old architecture, such as Savannah, Georgia.

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LIBRARY NOTES

Donnice Carruth |
Thu, 09/17/2026 - 08:53
The Friends of the Dickens County–Spur Public Library would like to extend our sincere appreciation...

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TALES FROM TUMBLEWEED SMITH

TALES FROM TUMBLEWEED SMITH

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TALES FROM TUMBLEWEED SMITH

Tumbleweed Smith
Thu, 09/17/2026 - 08:53
As the creator and producer of “The Sound of Texas,” one of the longest running syndicated radio...
The oil-rich county with no gas

The oil-rich county with no gas

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The oil-rich county with no gas

Barbara Brannon
Thu, 09/10/2026 - 10:10
At the junction in the ghost town of Clairemont, heading north toward home, I rolled the dice.

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DOGS VS. DOGS THIS WEEK Spur’s Bulldogs are fired up to take on the Throckmorton Greyhounds Friday night, Sept. 18, for Homecoming. | COURTESY PHOTOS DOGSVS. DOGSTHISWEEK Spur’s Bulldogs are fired up to take on theThrockmorton Greyhounds Friday night, Sept. 18, for Homecoming. | COURTESY PHOTOS

DOGS VS. DOGS THIS WEEK Spur’s Bulldogs are fired up to take on the Throckmorton Greyhounds Friday night, Sept. 18, for Homecoming. | COURTESY PHOTOS DOGSVS. DOGSTHISWEEK Spur’s Bulldogs are fired up to take on theThrockmorton Greyhounds Friday night, Sept. 18, for Homecoming. | COURTESY PHOTOS

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Spur Bulldogs travel to Guthrie for week 3 football

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Thu, 09/17/2026 - 08:53
Friday night, the Spur Bulldogs hit the road to Guthrie for the 2026 Week Three showdown.
GRANDPARENTS DAY Jayton Elementary students were able to celebrate Grandparents Day Monday by hosting their grandparents for lunch. | JAYBIRD MEDIA

GRANDPARENTS DAY Jayton Elementary students were able to celebrate Grandparents Day Monday by hosting their grandparents for lunch. | JAYBIRD MEDIA

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BIRDS TAKE DOWN DRAGONS In West Texas six-man football action this week, the #5-ranked Jayton Jaybirds defeated the #6 Paducah Dragons 64–42. Jayton will hit the road this week to face the Whitharral Panthers on Friday, Sept. 18. | JAYBIRD MEDIA

BIRDS TAKE DOWN DRAGONS In West Texas six-man football action this week, the #5-ranked Jayton Jaybirds defeated the #6 Paducah Dragons 64–42. Jayton will hit the road this week to face the Whitharral Panthers on Friday, Sept. 18. | JAYBIRD MEDIA

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Jaybirds soar past Paducah, 64–42, behind balanced offensive attack

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Thu, 09/17/2026 - 08:53
The No. 5 Jayton Jaybirds moved to 3-0 on the season, defeating the No.

Obituaries

Mary Merritt,

Mary Merritt,

Mary Merritt,

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Thu, 09/17/2026 - 08:53
1946–2026 Mary Merritt of Woodwar, Oklahoma, passed away Sunday, September 13, 2026, in Woodward.
Wilbur Lee

Wilbur Lee

Wilbur Lee

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Thu, 09/17/2026 - 08:53
Yarborough, 1943–2026 Wilbur Lee Yarborough, better known as Lee, 83, of Hobbs, N.M.
Janice Dement-Kearney 1946–2026

Janice Dement-Kearney 1946–2026

Janice Dement-Kearney 1946–2026

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Thu, 08/27/2026 - 05:13
ABILENE, TEXAS— Janice Marie Dement-Kearney, beloved mother of sons David, Mark and Philip and...
Mary Merritt,

Mary Merritt,

Mary Merritt,

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1946–2026 Mary Merritt of Woodwar, Oklahoma, passed away Sunday, September 13, 2026, in Woodward. Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, September 18, 2026, at the Lincoln Avenue Baptist Church (Woodward, OK), Lincoln campus, with Reverend Jason Dirks officiating.…
Mary Merritt,

Mary Merritt,

Mary Merritt,

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1946–2026 Mary Merritt of Woodwar, Oklahoma, passed away Sunday, September 13, 2026, in Woodward. Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, September 18, 2026, at the Lincoln Avenue Baptist Church (Woodward, OK), Lincoln campus, with Reverend Jason Dirks officiating.…
Wilbur Lee

Wilbur Lee

Wilbur Lee

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Yarborough, 1943–2026 Wilbur Lee Yarborough, better known as Lee, 83, of Hobbs, N.M., passed away peacefully on Sept. 9, 2026. Born in Lamesa Texas, on May 11,1943, Lee grew up in Spur, Texas, and lived a life full of love that was spent with family and friends. As a master…
RING RETURNED The Spur Class of 1965 ring shown above made its way back to its original owner this summer after a long absence. | COURTESY PHOTO

RING RETURNED The Spur Class of 1965 ring shown above made its way back to its original owner this summer after a long absence. | COURTESY PHOTO

reSTORED of the RINGS

Barbara Brannon |
“All that is gold does not glitter, Not all those who wander are lost,” goes the song from “The Fellowship of the Ring.” But for Karen Morrison Thomas, Spur Class of 1965, her high school ring did indeed seem to be gone for good. While it’s not Karen’s own class reunion year this September, though,…
BLUE SKIES, RED CARPET, WARM WELCOME are all on tap for this weekend’s Spur Homecoming, Sept. 17-19. While temps are still predicted to reach the mid-90s those days, the chance of rain showers — for better or worse — looks to have moved off to Sunday. | TEXAS SPUR

BLUE SKIES, RED CARPET, WARM WELCOME are all on tap for this weekend’s Spur Homecoming, Sept. 17-19. While temps are still predicted to reach the mid-90s those days, the chance of rain showers — for better or worse — looks to have moved off to Sunday. | TEXAS SPUR

BLUE SKIES, RED CARPET, WARM

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DICKENS COUNTY presented negotiated agreements for county commissioners’ consideration following a public hearing Sept. 14. | TEXAS SPUR

DICKENS COUNTY presented negotiated agreements for county commissioners’ consideration following a public hearing Sept. 14. | TEXAS SPUR

Dickens commission approves Galaxy II, III abatements

Barbara Brannon |
Alternative energy and AI data centers are vexing topics for local governments these days, with potential benefits and potential objections swirling around during public comment periods and open meetings. Dickens County commissioners grappled with several such topics on Monday, with county action…
Comptroller Huffines distributes $1.3B in monthly sales tax revenue to local governments

Comptroller Huffines distributes $1.3B in monthly sales tax revenue to local governments

Comptroller Huffines distributes $1.3B in monthly sales tax revenue to local governments

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TEXAS OFFICE OF THE COMPTROLLER AUSTIN — Texas Comptroller Don Huffines said many cities and counties can reduce property taxes due to increased sales tax revenue as local governments will receive $1.3 billion in sales tax allocations for September, 7.6% more than in September 2025. These…
What's happening

What's happening

What's happening

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• Registration throughout the day at the Spur Ex-Students building, Burlington Avenue next door to Rickels Park • Hamburger meal (donation to the Class of 2027 Seniors), 5–6:30 p.m., Spur Fire Station, corner of Third and Burlington • Pep Rally, introduction of Homecoming Court and crowning of…
TALES FROM TUMBLEWEED SMITH

TALES FROM TUMBLEWEED SMITH

TALES FROM TUMBLEWEED SMITH

Tumbleweed Smith
As the creator and producer of “The Sound of Texas,” one of the longest running syndicated radio programs in Texas, Tumbleweed seeks fascinating people who embody the spirit of the Lone StarStateandbringsthemintothehomesandheartsofthousands. Paul Jones of Marshall does some different…
GRANDPARENTS DAY Jayton Elementary students were able to celebrate Grandparents Day Monday by hosting their grandparents for lunch. | JAYBIRD MEDIA

GRANDPARENTS DAY Jayton Elementary students were able to celebrate Grandparents Day Monday by hosting their grandparents for lunch. | JAYBIRD MEDIA

GRANDPARENTS DAY

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Jayton XC places first versus 1A schools at LCU meet Saturday

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The Jayton junior high and high school cross country runners competed in the Lubbock Christian University cross country meet Saturday morning. The Jaybirds and Lady Jays competed in the 1A-4A division. The junior high Lady Jays finished in 7th place overall and 2nd place against 1A schools. The…
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