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Powerhouse cookies pack a nutritious punch

My constant craving for peanut butter cookies has me frequently experimenting, on a pretty regular basis. I stand by my belief that peanut butter or oatmeal cookies offer sustenance and good nutrition. These two cookies, combined, are a powerhouse of protein and fiber.

SPOTLIGHT ON SPUR FALL FEST

Construction Begins on The Cash Family Ranch Life Learning Center

The vision is coming to life! The groundbreaking ceremony for the Cash Family Ranch Life Learning Center featuring Hank the Cowdog took place Friday morning (Oct. 14) at the National Ranching Heritage Center (NRHC) at Texas Tech University in Lubbock.

GRAND OPENING

Spur to lose SOS Waste services by end of month

For most city households, residential waste disposal is one of those services we don’t think much about—until we no longer have it.

Halloween happenings across Texas Spur Country

JAYTON Jayton Halloween events will be Sunday, Oct. 30, including: 5:00 p.m. KCGS Costume Contest in front of the Community Center 5:30 p.m. Treats on the Square 5:30 p.m. Lions Club Spook-ghetti Supper at the Community Center, $8 a plate (takeout only) 5:45 p.m. Trunk or Treat, Jayton Church of...

Area rancher publishes book to help with recovery

Carl Andersen saw a dream come true during his years at Texas Tech University, and the story is one worth remembering and sharing.

LIBRARY NOTES

DONNICE CARRUTH | SPECIAL TO THE TEXAS SPUR The excitement of Homecoming 2022 is winding down. Seeing old faces and a few new around a bustling downtown Spur is always a wonderful feeling. This may be a small community, but fierce in its traditions and feeling of unity.

Roasted plums with almonds

Mostofmyfavorite desserts are those made with fruit. Maybe it’s a nutritional thing, making me feel less guilt. Of course we can also do so much to take even fruit-filled desserts over the top that we cancel out the good nourishment.

Time to plant springblooming bulbs

October and November are the months to set springblooming bulbs in landscapes and gardens. Bulbs need to be planted now to give them plenty of time to establish a root system before freezing temperatures. Well-established root systems are essential if robust blooms are expected next spring.