Community & Opinions

Patton Springs ISD board approves firm to conduct 2025 audit in March meeting

COMPILED FROM MINUTES In the regular monthly meeting of the Patton Springs Independent School District board of trustees on March 24, Interim Superintendent Bryan White presented and discussed enrollment and attendance, student and employee awards and honors, maintenance projects, safety,...

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SPUR VISITOR CENTER, 101 Hill Street at Burlington Avenue, is operated by the Spur Area Chamber of Commerce and open during regular hours Tuesday–Saturday. Visitors seeking information on the area may email spurchamber@gmail.com or call (806) 271-3097.

Easter’s roller-coaster dates

The story of Easter is a given. We know its beautiful meaning and impact on our lives. That’s the one constant aspect to the celebration of Easter for those of the Christian faith. But the date for Easter? Well, that’s been a toss-up matter for hundreds of years. I finally decided enough was enough.

JGISD board discusses revisiting bond election in March meeting

In the regular monthly meeting of the Jayton-Girard Independent School District board of trustees on March 26, interim superintendent Nelson Coulter facilitated the meeting, and the board recognized Boys State Champion Basketball Team, State CX Debate Team, Girls Regional Champion Basketball Team...

Senate backs prayer time, Ten Commandments in classrooms

AUSTIN— The Texas Senate last week passed a bill to allow school districts to set aside time for in-school prayer and gave initial approval to requiring all schools to post a copy of the Ten Commandments in every classroom.

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SPUR VISITOR CENTER, 101 Hill Street at Burlington Avenue, is operated by the Spur Area Chamber of Commerce and open during regular hours Tuesday–Saturday. Visitors seeking information on the area may email spurchamber@gmail.com or call (806) 271-3097.

Texas farmers concerned over growing trade war

AUSTIN—Texas farmers are voicing growing concerns about tariffs being enacted by President Trump adversely affecting their ability to sell agricultural goods overseas, the Houston Chronicle reported.

Shining light on government brings together all kinds of Texans

What unites Texans of all political persuasions is the nonpartisan principle that our government must operate in the sunlight. We have the right – and responsibility – to keep watch on how tax money is spent and how public officials make decisions. But it takes access to information to do it.

Dear Elon

Shed a Little Light SUE JANE SULLIVAN More than any other country in the history of the world, twenty-first century United States should be functioning like a well-oiled machine.

2025 Community Calendar

SPUR VISITOR CENTER, 101 Hill Street at Burlington Avenue, is operated by the Spur Area Chamber of Commerce and open during regular hours Tuesday–Saturday. Visitors seeking information on the area may email spurchamber@gmail.com or call (806) 271-3097.