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Donnice Carruth |

Thu, 11/13/2025 - 07:49

Donnice Carruth is on vacation this week. But mark your calendars—she’ll be back in time for The Friends of the Library’s Annual Chili Supper, coming up on Saturday, Nov. 15. Join us for a cozy evening of good food and great company all in support of our beloved library.

WACKY, WEIRD AND WICKED

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WACKY, WEIRD AND WICKED

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Thu, 11/06/2025 - 06:48

HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS At Spur’s Saturday night Trunk or Treat event held in the Lawrence Brothers IGA parking lot, Dickens County 4-H provided a Haunted Livestock Trailer display and also photographed costumed revelers with a dazzling backdrop. 4-H member Henry Chapman is working toward the organization’s Junior Master Photography Ambassador certification. His brother, CalvinHays Chapman, helped. MORE PHOTOS, BACK PAGE | COURTESY PHOTO

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HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS

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Thu, 11/06/2025 - 06:48

What's happening

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What's happening

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Thu, 11/06/2025 - 06:48

Submit your community announcements (maximum 75 words) to news@thetexasspur.com for events within the coming month, to run up to 4 issues JAYTON-GIRARD INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT Nov. 24–28 (early release on Friday, Nov. 21) SPUR INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT ...

DISTRICT CHAMPS The Jayton Jaybirds clinched their district football title Friday night, defeating Aspermont 50-0. Jayton finishes the regular season undefeated, 10-0, and ranked #1 in the state. In the bi-district playoff game, they will face the Guthrie Jaguars Thursday, Nov. 13, at 7:00 p.m. at Knox City and will be the visiting team. FULL COVERAGE, PAGE 5 | COURTESY PHOTO

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DISTRICT CHAMPS

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Thu, 11/06/2025 - 06:48

Time to taste some chili—and learn some of your county’s history

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Time to taste some chili—and learn some of your county’s history

Barbara Brannon |

Thu, 11/06/2025 - 06:48

Got a great chili recipe? Here's your chance to win prizes up to $100! Bring your entry (one crock-pot size) to the Spur School Cafetorium (Williams Street/Elementary School side) this Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. Ample free parking is available in the school lot.

Spur falls to Valley in last home game of season

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Spur falls to Valley in last home game of season

Spur Yearbook Staff

Thu, 11/06/2025 - 06:48

On Halloween night— Oct. 31— Spur faced Valley in their last varsity home game. The evening started with the seniors being honored before the game. Seniors, we are proud of you and wish you the best! The Bulldogs played the Patriots for the last Friday Night Lights of the season at Jones Stadium.

Extend the growing season

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Extend the growing season

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Thu, 11/06/2025 - 06:48

Gardeners can protect tender crops like tomatoes, peppers, herbs, and flowers from a hard freeze with proper cover. Frost cloths are simple ways to extend a crop’s growing season.

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Donnice Carruth |

Thu, 11/06/2025 - 06:48

The Dickens County-Spur Public Library is buzzing with gratitude and excitement this week! Here's what’s happening and what's new on our shelves: Mark your calendars! The Friends of the Library’s Annual Chili Supper is coming up on Saturday, Nov. 15.

THE MEMORABLE RECIPESWE SERVE as side dishes on holidays are often the ones mean the most to us—at least in my family. | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTO

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Bubbly goodness: Broccoli and pearl onion casserole

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Thu, 11/06/2025 - 06:48

CUISINE & CULTURE | ANGELINA@ANGELINALARUE.COM ANGELINA LaRUE Casseroles make the world go round, especially on holidays.

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