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Helping Hands supports Spur Library

News Staff

Wed, 06/15/2022 - 07:43

A HELPING HAND FOR THE LIBRARY Laurie Robinson (left) of Spur’s Helping Hands thrift shop presented a donation check to the Dickens County–Spur Library this week. DETAILS, PAGE 3 | COURTESY PHOTO

Argo Blockchain schedules June 29 annual meeting

News Staff

Wed, 06/15/2022 - 07:43

Cryptocurrency mining firm Argo Blockchain PLC (LSE: ARB; NASDAQ: ARBK), whose Helios mining facility in Dickens County opened for business last month, has announced that it will hold its Annual General Meeting (AGM) at 10 a.m. on June 29, 2022 at the offices of Fladgate LLP, 16 Great Queen Street,...

Third Saturday Trade Days set for this Saturday in Spur at Swenson Park Show Barn

News Staff

Wed, 06/15/2022 - 07:42

The Spur Area Chamber of Commerce will again present its Third Saturday Trade Day on June 18, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Swenson Park Show Barn in Spur.

Clay Gibson Band to bring mixture of classic country, classic rock and roll, blues to Big Dog Barn Dance

News Staff

Wed, 06/15/2022 - 07:42

The Clay Gibson Band will be the band for Spur’s Big Dog Barbecue Barn Dance Saturday, June 25 starting at 7:30 p.m. in the Show Barn in Swenson Park.

Motley-Dickens Old Settlers Reunion & Rodeo 2022 names scholarship winners

News Staff

Wed, 06/15/2022 - 07:42

It’ll soon be Old Settlers rodeo time again in Dickens and Motley Counties—and scholarship recipients have been named to represent each of the counties this August. Each student will receive a $500 check upon presenting proof of college enrollment, according to OS board secretary Kevin Brendle.

Spur Senior Citizens

News Staff

Wed, 06/15/2022 - 05:00

The Spur Senior Citizens Center, located at 210 Burlington Ave., will be serving a noon meal Monday through Friday. The dining room is open, or if you feel more comfortable during the Covid-19 pandemic, we are offering a curbside lunch you can reserve by calling (806) 271-4472.

LIBRARY NOTES

Thanks from the Spur library; farewell to board member Castellon

News Staff

Wed, 06/15/2022 - 05:00

The Friends of the Library would like to thank Laurie Robinson and Christy Marshall of Helping Hands of Dickens County for their generous donation. Thank you to all the people who shopped there during the month of May!

Garden center or nightclub, which would YOU pick?

News Staff

Wed, 06/15/2022 - 05:00

A young generation is learning to like something that experienced gardeners already understand: gardening is cool. The Good News Network, goodnewsnetwork.org, reports that horticulture enjoyed a renaissance among 18- to 34-year-olds during the Covid-19 lockdown.

Grill beanie burgers on the BBQ as a meat alternative

News Staff

Wed, 06/15/2022 - 05:00

The aroma of the barbecue grill is one that I, along with many of you, simply love. And with a big meat eater in my house, this is a frequent smell that lingers at my home. I’m not vegan or vegetarian, but I often feel more satisfied with plant-based food.

SPOTLIGHT ON SPUR ADULT SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT

News Staff

Wed, 06/15/2022 - 05:00

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