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Wed, 09/23/2026 - 18:14

THE SPUR AREA FOOD BANK serves families throughout Dickens County. The Food Bank is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization operating via private donations and welcomes donations to this community work.

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Public and Civic Meetings Coming Up

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Wed, 09/23/2026 - 18:14

Please let us know of any corrections: News@thetexasspur.com CITY OF DICKENS CITY COUNCIL Thursday, Oct. 8, 5:30 p.m., City Hall, 1211 5th St., Dickens CITY OF JAYTON CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, Oct. 20, 6 p.m., City Hall, 271 N. Main St., Jayton, TX...

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2026 Community Calendar

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Wed, 09/23/2026 - 18:14

SPUR VISITOR CENTER, 101 Hill Street at Burlington Avenue, is operated by the Spur Area Chamber of Commerce and open during regular hours Tuesday–Saturday. Visitors seeking information on the area may email spurchamber@gmail.com or call (806) 271-3097.

RING RETURNED The Spur Class of 1965 ring shown above made its way back to its original owner this summer after a long absence. | COURTESY PHOTO

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reSTORED of the RINGS

Barbara Brannon |

Thu, 09/17/2026 - 08:53

“All that is gold does not glitter, Not all those who wander are lost,” goes the song from “The Fellowship of the Ring.” But for Karen Morrison Thomas, Spur Class of 1965, her high school ring did indeed seem to be gone for good.

BLUE SKIES, RED CARPET, WARM WELCOME are all on tap for this weekend’s Spur Homecoming, Sept. 17-19. While temps are still predicted to reach the mid-90s those days, the chance of rain showers — for better or worse — looks to have moved off to Sunday. | TEXAS SPUR

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BLUE SKIES, RED CARPET, WARM

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Thu, 09/17/2026 - 08:53

DICKENS COUNTY presented negotiated agreements for county commissioners’ consideration following a public hearing Sept. 14. | TEXAS SPUR

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Dickens commission approves Galaxy II, III abatements

Barbara Brannon |

Thu, 09/17/2026 - 08:53

Alternative energy and AI data centers are vexing topics for local governments these days, with potential benefits and potential objections swirling around during public comment periods and open meetings.

Comptroller Huffines distributes $1.3B in monthly sales tax revenue to local governments

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Comptroller Huffines distributes $1.3B in monthly sales tax revenue to local governments

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Thu, 09/17/2026 - 08:53

TEXAS OFFICE OF THE COMPTROLLER AUSTIN — Texas Comptroller Don Huffines said many cities and counties can reduce property taxes due to increased sales tax revenue as local governments will receive $1.3 billion in sales tax allocations for September, 7.6% more than in September 2025.

What's happening

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What's happening

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Thu, 09/17/2026 - 08:53

• Registration throughout the day at the Spur Ex-Students building, Burlington Avenue next door to Rickels Park • Hamburger meal (donation to the Class of 2027 Seniors), 5–6:30 p.m., Spur Fire Station, corner of Third and Burlington • Pep Rally, introduction of Homecoming Court and crowning of...

Low country crab boil

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Low country crab boil

Angelina Larue

Thu, 09/17/2026 - 08:53

I love visiting cities rich in history and old architecture, such as Savannah, Georgia. Savannah is dripping with charm, romance and Spanish moss. She also has a bounty of wonderful places to eat.

Autumn arrives with the September equinox

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Autumn arrives with the September equinox

Ellen Peffley

Thu, 09/17/2026 - 08:53

From the garden Good gardening news! The official astronomical start of autumn, the September equinox, arrives next week at 7:04 p.m. CDT on Sept. 22. The September or autumnal equinox is the astronomical event marking the transition of season from summer to the first day of autumn.

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