Community & Opinions

2023 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.

Patrick issues gag order ahead of trial

AUSTIN— Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick last week issued a sweeping gag order ahead of the impeachment trial of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton, the Houston Chronicle reported, saying “out-of-court statements” by both sides threaten to jeopardize the trial. The trial is set to begin Sept. 5.

Bipartisan legislation supports institutions fundamental to hometown communities

AMERICA’S NEWSPAPERS | NEWSPAPERS.ORG New legislation to support local newsrooms and local advertisers has been introduced in the 118th Congress.

Fishing Report for week of July 19

Lake Alan Henry Location: 28 miles west of Clairemont on the Double Mountain of the Brazos River FAIR. Water clear; 86 degrees; 2.82 feet below pool. Fishing patterns remain as steady as the heat. Crappie are fair night fishing under green lights, or using minnow in 42 feet of water over brush.

Tax-relief plan headed to governor

Proponents are calling it the “biggest property tax cut in Texas history.” Both chambers of the Texas Legislature passed an $18 billion package during the second special session, the Austin American-Statesman reported. If signed as expected by Gov.

Kent commissioners debate incentives for employee wellness participation

In the regular meeting of the Kent County commissioners court, minutes of the court’s June 26 session were read and approved, noting items as follow. The employee health insurance plan approved. Tracy Woodward, consultant for the Kent County Nursing Home, reported on storm damage to the facility.

Dickens Commissioners hear fire departments’ annual reports

In the regular monthly meeting of the Dickens County Commissioners Court on July 10 first responders Will Humphreys, Dickens VFD; Mac Gardner, McAdoo VFD; Debi Gardner, Dickens County EMS; and Wes Abbott, Spur VFD presented annual reports for their departments.

Local Events

Please let us know of any corrections: News@thetexasspur.com JAYTON POOL summer hours Tuesday-Saturday 1 p.m.-6 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m.-6 p.m., 555 Clairemont St., Jayton 10 COUNTY CAMP sponsored by local county extension agencies, open to all youth Grades 3-12, Tuesday, July 25, 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m.

Public and Civic Meetings Coming Up

Please let us know of any corrections: News@thetexasspur.com KENT COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT Monday, July 24, 9 a.m., County Courthouse, 101 Main St., Jayton, (806) 237-3373 KENT COUNTY LIONS CLUB meeting, Monday, July 24, noon, Kent County Community Center, 156 W. 4th St.

Community Services and Organizations

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.