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Wed, 10/29/2025 - 21:41
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.
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Wed, 10/22/2025 - 19:32
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Comptroller’s office distributes nearly $4 billion to cities

Comptroller’s office distributes nearly $4 billion to cities

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Comptroller’s office distributes nearly $4 billion to cities

Texas Office Of The Comptroller
Wed, 10/22/2025 - 19:32
AUSTIN—Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock today said state sales tax revenue totaled $3.97 billion in September, 3.2 percent more than in September 2024. The majority of September sales tax revenue is based on sales made in August and remitted to the agency in September.
Dickens County-Spur Public Library hosts Free America250 traveling exhibit in celebration of nation’s Semiquincentennial

Dickens County-Spur Public Library hosts Free America250 traveling exhibit in celebration of nation’s Semiquincentennial

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Dickens County-Spur Public Library hosts Free America250 traveling exhibit in celebration of nation’s Semiquincentennial

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Wed, 10/22/2025 - 19:32
AUSTIN— The Dickens County-Spur Public Library in Spur invites the public to view a new temporary exhibit, Texas America250, on loan from the Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC) through 2026.

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JGISD school board, bond election underway

Barbara Brannon And Kay Ellington |
Wed, 10/22/2025 - 19:32
Jayton and Kent County voters have begun heading to the polls this week, as early voting continues through Oct. 31 and election day is Tuesday, Nov. 4.
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Texas Spur Country towns set Trunk or Treat dates, plans

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Wed, 10/22/2025 - 19:32
Like most small towns across West Texas, Texas Spur Country has moved Trunk or Treat dates due Friday night football on Friday, Oct. 31. JAYTON Jayton Church of Christ at 901 Clairemont will host their annual Trunk or Treat beginning at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025.

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Chili Cook-off, History Ramble set for Dickens County Nov. 8

Kay Ellington |
Wed, 10/22/2025 - 19:32
The Second Annual Spur Chili Cook-off, sponsored by the Spur Area ChamberofCommerce,and held in conjunction with the Dickens County Historical Commission Second Annual History Ramble, is slated for Saturday, Nov. 8 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Spur ISD Cafetorium.

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Dickens County 4-H holds annual awards banquet

Henry Chapman |
Wed, 10/22/2025 - 19:32
Dickens County 4-H had its annual awards banquet on October 14 at the Dickens Senior Center. Several people were recognized.
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