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City hears pool feedback, set to relay options to Argo

Some twenty citizens turned out to an information session hosted by the Spur city council Monday evening, April 25, at the Spur museum to assess design options presented by pool donor Argo Blockchain.

Argo to celebrate opening of new Helios facility

Seven months ago most citizens of Dickens County would’ve been hard pressed to say what “blockchain” was. The first week of October, 2021, the community met a corporate newcomer with the term in its business name.

‘Sound of Texas,’ Roberts, Record to launch ’22 ‘Performances at the Palace’ season in Spur May 14

SPUR, TEXAS—Fans of authentic West Texas music remember the days when popular soloists and groups regularly graced the stage of the historic Palace Theater in Spur, Texas.

Jayton advances 4 to State UIL Academics

JGISD advanced four students to the State UIL Academic Meet last week at the regional competition. The state meet takes place in May.

STATE BOUND

STATE BOUND Katie Combs, a senior at Spur High School, finished in 3rd place at the regional UIL Academic Meet last week in Spelling and advances to the state UIL Academic Meet. | COURTESY PHOTO

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. McADOO HOMECOMING is set for Saturday, April 30, 2022 in McAdoo, featuring a catered lunch and an evening dance. For more information, call (806) 777-2504.

About Bob Wills Day and the Bob Wills Foundation in Turkey

For 50 years the Bob Wills Foundation in Turkey, Texas, has endeavored to preserve the legacy of the King of Western Swing, Bob Wills. Thanks to a few individuals in the early 1970s Turkey was able to celebrate Bob Wills before his passing and be a small part of his legacy for years to come.

50th annual Bob Wills Day kicks off April 28

The official dance lineup for the 50th annual Bob Wills Day is all set, after postponement due to Covid-19. Organizers hope fans of Western Swing music will “Stay All Night, Stay A Little Longer” in Turkey, Texas, the last week of April.

Early voting begins Monday in area city council, school board races

Early voting begins Monday in area communities for municipal and school board positions and runs through Tuesday, May 3. Election day is Saturday, May 7, when two Texas constitutional amendments are also up for consideration on the ballot.

Spur City Council, Ward 1: Meet The Candidates

HOPE ORTIZ Office sought: Spur City Council, Ward 1 City of Residence: Spur, Texas Hometown: I have been a resident of Spur all of my life. Education: I am a graduate of Spur High School, class of 2004. Occupation: I am a Certified Nurse Assistant at Kent County Nursing Home.