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LIBRARY NOTES

Donnice Carruth |

Thu, 06/04/2026 - 04:49

The library is pleased to announce that our updated fines policy is now in effect. After thoughtful review and following the example of many libraries nationwide we have officially moved to a fine-free model.

BOOKS ABOUT BUTTERFLIES Pique children’s curiosity in butterflies by taking them to a library—then help them make ther own observation chamber! | iSTOCK PHOTO

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Butterfly chambers for kids

Ellen Peffley

Thu, 06/04/2026 - 04:49

CUISINE & CULTURE Stumped about keeping youngsters occupied during the summer? Butterflies make fascinating summer activities for kids. Parents and grandparents looking to keep kids engaged this summer might help them make a butterfly observation chamber.

OVER CHARCOAL OR GAS Whether you grill with charcoal or gas, this meal will grill up beautifully. The marinade is a teriyakistyle sauce and is also a tasty basting sauce for the broccoli. | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTO

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Asian grilled steak and broccoli a healthy and delicious combination

Angelina L

Thu, 06/04/2026 - 04:49

CUISINE & CULTURE | ANGELINA@ANGELINALARUE.COM As you gear up for summer celebrations, and backyard barbeques, I have a great way to switch up your menu. Instead of burgers, chops or your everyday steak, try this combo of marinated sirloin and crunchy, grilled broccoli or broccolini.

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Spur Pool Committee puts the fun in fundraising this Saturday with Swenson Park May Days

Kay Ellington |

Thu, 05/28/2026 - 05:12

Many people who grew up in and around Spur awhile back remember fondly back when Spur had an annual May Day event in Swenson Park that featured fun and games and family activities.

END OF THE SCHOOL YEAR typically brings changes in school leadership positions, including coaches—including, this round, at Spur ISD as head football coach Tate Clark (center) moves to Southland ISD. | COURTESY PHOTO

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END OF THE SCHOOL YEAR

News Staff

Thu, 05/28/2026 - 05:12

Help Wanted: Spur ISD in search of new head football coach

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Help Wanted: Spur ISD in search of new head football coach

News Staff

Thu, 05/28/2026 - 05:12

RUSS MORRIS | TEXAS SPUR Spur ISD is in search of a new head football coach and athletic director for the 2026 season. The announcement comes after formerBulldogsheadcoach Tate Clark announced his departure to Southland ISD last week.

Spur pool opens for season

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Spur pool opens for season

News Staff

Thu, 05/28/2026 - 05:12

BARBARA BRANNON | TEXAS SPUR With warm-but-notblazing temps and a slight breeze under blue skies, Spur’s Swenson Park swimming pool opened on Memorial Day, May 25, to an enthusiastic crowd of all ages. Heather Wheeler, a member of the city’s pool committee, said that the day’s attendance was 150.

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What's happening

News Staff

Thu, 05/28/2026 - 05:12

Submit your community announcements (maximum 75 words) to news@thetexasspur.com for events within the coming month, to run up to 4 issues CITY OF SPUR is hosting the Spur May Days Celebration Saturday, May 30, with set-up at 7 a.m., Swenson Park. Join us for a full day of fun.

SPOTLIGHT ON SPUR COMMUNITY POOL OPENING DAY

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SPOTLIGHT ON SPUR COMMUNITY POOL OPENING DAY

News Staff

Thu, 05/28/2026 - 05:12

WOULD YOU LIKE SOME KUKU FRIES with that? Gene Waylan, above right, has owned and operated the last remaining restaurant in the former Ku-Ku chain for more than half a century.

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TEXT AND PHOTOS BY BARBARA BRANNON AND KAY ELLINGTON

News Staff

Thu, 05/28/2026 - 05:12

The Route 66 experience is as much about the meals as it is the miles, we’d learned decades ago, when an impromptu jaunt to the Cadillac Ranch west of Amarillo wound up with a birthday dinner at The Big Texan on the city’s eastern fringes.

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