Community & Opinions

LETTER TO THE EDITOR, THE TEXAS SPUR

Dear Editor: On March 10, 2022, I read in your newspaper, Kay Ellington’s article entitled “On Sunshine Week and Daylight Saving Time.” Ever wonder the purpose and the origin of the Daylight Saving Time? Originally, a British entomologist, George Hudson, presented this time change concept in 1895.

2022 Community Calendar

Community Services SPUR VISITOR CENTER at 101 Hill Street at Burlington Avenue is operated by the Spur Area Chamber of Commerce. Vistiors seeking information on the area may email spurchamber@gmail.com or call (806) 271-3097. THE SPUR AREA FOOD BANK serves families throughout Dickens County.

Nine accused of sex trafficking at center

AUSTIN—Nine employees at a Bastrop County facility that cares for young victims of sex trafficking have been accused of trafficking those same girls, according to the Austin American-Statesman.

Kent commission considers investments, upcoming elections

In its regular meeting of February 28, 2022, the Kent County commissioners’ court handled a variety of business matters. Judge Jim C. White reported that Clearway, managers of the new solar energy project, would be sending a new agreement for the court to review. A 1 p.m.

Restaurants the heart of a vibrant small town

Nothing—and I mean nothing—is more important to a traveler coming through your town than a warm, welcoming, and open restaurant.

PSISD board extends administration contracts in monthly meeting

In the monthly meeting of the Patton Springs Independent School District board of trustees on February 21, superintendent Bryan White presented and discussed enrollment and attendance, student awards and honors, maintenance, safety, security, housing and vehicle updates.

Several races headed to runoffs

AUSTIN—A number of statewide races are headed for a May 24 runoff after the votes were tallied in the March 1 primary. Topping the ballot in the Republican races is the contest for attorney general, where incumbent Ken Paxton led the field with 42.7% of votes cast, followed by George P.

Public and Civic Meetings Coming Up

DICKENS CITY COUNCIL Thursday, March 10, 6 p.m. City Hall, 1211 5th St., US 82, Dickens. DICKENS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ COURT Monday, March 14, 9 a.m., County Courthouse Annex, 508 Crow St., Dickens. KENT COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT Monday, March 14, 9 a.m., County Courthouse, 101 Main St.

2022 Community Calendar

SPUR VISITOR CENTER at 101 Hill Street at Burlington Avenue is operated by the Spur Area Chamber of Commerce. Vistiors seeking information on the area may email spurchamber@ gmail.com or call (806) 271-3097. THE SPUR AREA FOOD BANK serves families throughout Dickens County.

SISD extends principals’ contracts, cancels May election in monthly meeting

In the monthly meeting of the Spur Independent School District board of trustees on February 28, superintendent Craig Hamilton presented the board with the monthly facilities reported and updated trustees on communication with Argo Blockchain.