Community & Opinions

Team Moses

I’ve always had a soft spot for Moses.

Phelan’s GOP foes back one challenger

AUSTIN— Texas House Republicans who want to oust Speaker Dade Phelan have coalesced behind a single opponent: state Rep. David Cook, R-Mansfield. A total of 48 representatives are backing the two-term representative, including four who dropped their own bids for speaker.

These teaching moments

Each of us is a teacher. Our classrooms are in the home, in a car, in an office or a drive-through window. It is inevitable that people will watch us and learn something from us and about us.

2024 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. Vistiors seeking information on the area may email spurchamber@gmail.com or call (806) 271-3097.

Shorter days bring higher risk for pedestrians

AUSTIN - While fall and winter give Texans a muchneeded reprieve from the summer heat, the change in seasons also brings fewer daylight hours, making it harder for drivers to see pedestrians and keep them safe.

Johnny Appleseed Day, Sept. 26

CUISINE & CULTURE Johnny Appleseed is an American folk hero, a legend, and also a real person. Johnny Appleseed was the moniker of John Chapman, born in Leominster, Mass., on Sept. 26, 1774. Johnny Appleseed Day is celebrated on September 26 in memory of Chapman’s birthday.

Baked peaches

CUISINE & CULTURE | ANGELINA@ANGELINALARUE.COM Do you ever have that lone piece of fruit rolling around in your fruit bowl? I recently had a lonely peach just waiting to be a nutritious snack, or a spectacular dessert.

Spur library offers Homecoming 2024 souvenirs

The Friends of the Library have quite a few car coaster sets and wristlet keyrings displayed at the library for sale. There are many different designs to choose from. We also can do customized or personalized designs.

Voter registration deadline nears for November election

AUSTIN— Eligible Texans planning to vote in the November general election have until Oct. 7 to register, Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson reminds folks. The registration deadline applies to both early and election day voting.

2024 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. Vistiors seeking information on the area may email spurchamber@gmail.com or call (806) 271-3097.