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Texas Spur Country Roundup

GARZA NY Times Bestselling Author Jodi Thomas launches latest book in Post June 23 POST—Introducing the fourth book in her new series set in Ransom Canyon, Texas bestselling author Jodi Thomas will appear at the Heritage House in Post and speak about her inspiration for this new book in a meet and...

Senior year reimagined

Upon finishing one’s junior year of high school, students would benefit from a life skills curriculum.

2022 Community Calendar

Community Services SPUR VISITOR CENTER at 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.

Kent County considers fate of historic bridge; meets in closed session with department personnel

In a called meeting of May 11, 2022, Kent County commissioners canvassed the results of the recent election.

County Historical Commission seeks local Texas Treasure Business Award nominations

Created in 2005 by Senate Bill 920, authored by Sen. Leticia Van de Putte of San Antonio and sponsored by Rep.

What's happening

Submit your community announcements (maximum 75 words) to news@thetexasspur.com for events within the coming month, to run up to 4 issues. SCHOOL’S OUT NIGHT JUNE 4: SUMMER MOVIES AT THE HISTORIC PALACE THEATER kick off with “Spider-Man” No Way Home,” Sat., June 4, at 7 p.m.

Texas Spur Country Roundup

MOTLEY Fundraiser set for Saturday night in Matador MATADOR—Foothills Saturday Night, Matador’s annual music celebration, will be having a fundraiser Saturday, June 4 starting at 6:30 p.m.at the Hotel Matador. The fundraiser will feature a Reverse Raffle, and tickets are $100.

In called meeting, JGISD considers 313 agreement for Stetson Renewables

In a called meeting of the Jayton-Girard Independent School District board on May 5, trustees took actions to advance consideration of Chapter 313 of the Texas Tax Code for Stetson Renewables Holdings, LLC.

2022 Community Calendar

Community Services SPUR VISITOR CENTER at 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.

Look in the mirror for answers

Years ago, when I came up with the name for my blog posts, you may recall from previous writing that “check your mirrors” was an oft-repeated phrase I uttered when teaching drivers’ education to 15-year-olds. It is a crucial skill, especially when teenagers are behind the wheel.