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Wed, 01/07/2026 - 21:16

Submit your community announcements (maximum 75 words) to news@thetexasspur.com for events within the coming month, to run up to 4 issues Local Events Please let us know of any corrections: News@thetexasspur.

KENT COUNTY STOCK SHOW

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KENT COUNTY STOCK SHOW

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Wed, 01/07/2026 - 21:16

Dates for the 2026 show are January 9-10, 2026 The show barn will open 9:00 a.m. Friday. Weigh-in/Check-in will begin at 4:00 p.m. Friday. ALL animals must be in the barn at this time. NO EXCEPTIONS. Animals must remain in barn after being weighed and/or entered and checked in.

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Filings for city councils, school boards begin Jan. 14

Staff Reports

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 21:16

Candidates seeking to have their name placed on the ballot in a local election for either a city council or school board must file a candidate application, according to the Texas Secretary of State’s office.

Congratulations go to Jayton basketball coach Ryan Bleiker on his 500th career victory last week versus Coahoma. The Jaybirds defeated 3A school Coahoma 60-40 December 30, and the Jaybirds, reigning state 1A champions, are currently ranked number one in the state in the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches poll. | JAYTON MEDIA PHOTO

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MILESTONE HONOR

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Wed, 01/07/2026 - 21:16

Spur hears alternative proposal for pursuing water infrastructure grant

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Spur hears alternative proposal for pursuing water infrastructure grant

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Wed, 01/07/2026 - 21:16

Abbott steps down as VFD chief, hands over reins to Hindman Last year Spur turned down a Texas Water Development Board grant after learning that the city was approved for only 26 percent of an estimated $3 million project cost—but according to one construction firm’s presentation at the Dec.

NEWLAW Senate Bill 8 from the regular session will require sheriffs in counties that operate a jail to formally cooperate with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and carry out certain immigration enforcement actions under the so-called 287(g) program. | TEXAS TRIBUNE/COURTESY CHARLES REED/U.S. IMMIGRATION AND CUSTOMS ENFORCEMENT

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New laws taking effect in Texas in January

Texas Tribune

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 21:16

Dozens of new Texas laws will take effect in December and January, bringing wide-ranging changes to the state’s education system, law enforcement, taxes and more. Over 800 laws from this year’s regular legislative session already took effect on Sept.

REPORTINGFROMARLINGTON For early-career journalists Noah Fierros of Floydada (left) and Russ Morris of Post, reporting from the field at AT&T Stadium made for a learning experience to be long remembered. | STEPHANIE ALLEN PHOTO

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One student’s news media experience

News Staff

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 21:16

The Texas Spur, as part of an award-winning group of weekly newspapers located east of Lubbock, has long provided learning opportunities for up-andcomers— but in 2024–26, with the resources of a nationwide sustainability grant from the Press Forward organization, we’ve been more than amply rewarded...

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Ballots set for Texas primaries

Texas Tribune

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 21:16

Texas will hold its 2026 primary elections on March 3, and The Texas Tribune has posted all of the candidates who have filed for the Democratic and Republican primary elections, according to the Secretary of State: https://apps.texastribune.

NEWPRESIDENT of WesternTexas College Dr. Laurie Sharp says she expects to focus on students and workforce needs. | COURTESY PHOTO

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New Western Texas College president focuses on students, workforce needs

Staff Reports

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 21:16

SNYDER—Dr. Laurie Sharp begins her tenure at Western Texas College as Texas community colleges face growing pressure to expand access, improve completion, and better align programs with workforce needs.

HOMEMADE MARSHMALLOWS can also be used as a dessert all on their own or served on a plate with a drizzle of chocolate sauce and topped with strawberries or cherries. | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTO

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Heirloom marshmallows

Angelina L

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 21:16

Perhaps you received one of the lovely hot chocolate or cocoa gift baskets folks like to give during the holidays. Take it, or your favorite homemade version, to a new level of warmth by infusing the mix with flavors of cinnamon and vanilla.

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