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Cotton, Inc. CEO to meet with Plains Cotton Growers Jan. 23

Cotton, Inc. CEO to meet with Plains Cotton Growers Jan. 23

Cotton, Inc. CEO to meet with Plains Cotton Growers Jan. 23

The Plains Cotton Advisory Group will meet Friday, Jan. 23, at 7:30 a.m., with Cotton Incorporated President and CEO William Kimbrell join us to share some highlights on Cotton Incorporated's promotion and research strategy, offer some examples of recent work, as well as initiatives for the year...
Planning a garden

Planning a garden

Planning a garden

From the garden Planning a garden starts with making decisions on the crops that will be grown. In last week’s January 14 column were guides to be considered when selecting seed and the sources for various vegetables, herbs, flowers, and perennial crops.

CrossView Camp sets 2026 Festival of Tables date

CrossView Christian Camp’s 12th annual Festival of Tables fundraiser has been scheduled for March 21, 2026, at the Lone Star Cowboy Church in Lubbock. “This amazing evening,” organizers write, “will celebrate Christ, community, creativity, and compassion— all in support of the CrossView Mission.”
BIG, BEEFY CHUNKS OF BRISKET will satisfy the hungriest folks, in this makeahead chili that slowly cooks in the crockpot while you’re busy watching the big game, or movies with your family. | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTO Pickled jalapenos

BIG, BEEFY CHUNKS OF BRISKET will satisfy the hungriest folks, in this makeahead chili that slowly cooks in the crockpot while you’re busy watching the big game, or movies with your family. | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTO Pickled jalapenos

Brisket and bean slow-cooker chili

CUISINE & CULTURE | ANGELINA@ANGELINALARUE.COM ANGELINA L aRUE As temperatures dip, stock up on pantry items like chicken and beef stock, or keep bullion in the cupboard to make a pot of stock in a pinch.
STORY TIME Mark your calendars! Story time is 10 a.m. everyThursday at the Spur Library. | LIBRARY GRAPHIC

STORY TIME Mark your calendars! Story time is 10 a.m. everyThursday at the Spur Library. | LIBRARY GRAPHIC

LIBRARY NOTES

The library received a thoughtful donation this week in memory of Marshall McGalliard, a beloved member of our community whom we mentioned in an earlier column. We are grateful for this meaningful gift and honored to help preserve his legacy through our collection.
Deadline to register for March primary nears

Deadline to register for March primary nears

Deadline to register for March primary nears

AUSTIN— The last day to register to vote for the March 3 primary is Feb. 2, according to the Texas secretary of state’s office. Early voting runs from Feb. 17 through Feb. 27, with Feb. 20 being the deadline for applying for a mail ballot.

2026 Community Calendar

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.
STATE HONOR

STATE HONOR

STATE HONOR

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