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DONNICE CARRUTH | SPECIAL TO THE TEXAS SPUR The first week of summer reading was a great success. We had a great turnout for Mayor Louise Jones’ presentation on our Collaborative Summer Reading program theme ‘All Together Now.” Mayor Jones explained the working of city government to the children.

‘What-a-brat’ a terrific plant-based substitute for meat on the grill

I’ve been completely exhilarated by healthy, plantfueled foods of late. Nourishing my body with proteins like beans and grains has been one of the most successful shifts in my diet, ever.

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Spade native Gray appointed pastor of Spur Methodist

SpurMethodistChurch announced this week that Scott Gray has accepted the position of pastor. The announcement was made during the morning worship service on Sunday, June 4.

Big Dog returns for 7th annual BBQ Cook-off June 23–24

Barbecue aficionados have come to anticipate a late-season bonanza of points up for grabs in one of the cooking circuit’s smallest venues, Spur. This year, the IBCA-sanctioned event returns to Spur’s Swenson Park with a change in location.

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Submit your community announcements (maximum 75 words) to news@ thetexasspur.com for events within the coming month, to run up to 4 issues WHITE RIVER MARINA HOURS The new owners have established new summer hours.

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‘Truckin’Along US Route 62/82’ Yard Sales this Saturday

Last-minute vendors still have a chance to get on the map for the annual US Route 62/82 Yard Sales, held this Saturday, June 10. The cost for those wishing to be listed on the maps is $10 for individuals and $25 for businesses.

11th Annual Adult Softball Tourney gets underway Friday night in Spur

The 11th Annual First Baptist Church of Spur Adult CoEd softball tournament will be held June 9-10 in Swenson Park. Four teams have signed up to compete. According to organizer Rory Mosley, pastor of First Baptist Church, “It’s just a good time for the community to come out and watch some softball.”

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