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What's happening

What's happening

News Staff
Wed, 08/20/2025 - 05:03
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WILLIAM BARLOW NEAVES was born in Spur in 1943, graduated from Spur High School in the Class of 1962, and returned to his hometown several years ago following the passing of his wife, Priscilla. Neaves died Aug. 12, 2025. His family in Spur posted on social media, “We appreciate the love, prayers and support of those who were in a large circle of loved ones, friends and colleagues. Obituary and Information regarding services will be forthcoming in following days.” | STOWERS INSTITUTE PHOTO

WILLIAM BARLOW NEAVES was born in Spur in 1943, graduated from Spur High School in the Class of 1962, and returned to his hometown several years ago following the passing of his wife, Priscilla. Neaves died Aug. 12, 2025. His family in Spur posted on social media, “We appreciate the love, prayers and support of those who were in a large circle of loved ones, friends and colleagues. Obituary and Information regarding services will be forthcoming in following days.” | STOWERS INSTITUTE PHOTO

Stowers Institute Founding President William “Bill” Neaves, 1943–2025

News Staff
Wed, 08/20/2025 - 05:03
WWW.STOWERS.ORG William “Bill” Neaves, Ph.D., passed away at his home in Spur, Texas, on August 12, 2025.
PREPARATION TO PURSUE CDL High school juniors and seniors may pursue a new certification in truck driving and logistics, starting this fall. | COURTESY PHOTO

PREPARATION TO PURSUE CDL High school juniors and seniors may pursue a new certification in truck driving and logistics, starting this fall. | COURTESY PHOTO

WTC offers new certificate program for high school students in truck driving and logistics

News Staff
Wed, 08/20/2025 - 05:03
STAFF REPORTS SNYDER—Western Texas College has announced the launch of a new CTE program for high school juniors and seniors: Introduction to Truck Driving and Logistics Level 1 Certificate.
Figs in West Texas

Figs in West Texas

Figs in West Texas

Ellen Peffley
Wed, 08/20/2025 - 05:03
From the garden Figs in West Texas August is fig time. Figs are a low maintenance, trouble- free, an easy crop to grow, well adapted to West Texas environment, and the fruit are atypical. Which leads us to several technical terms in today’s column that may help us appreciate this unusual fruit.
New York crumb cake bakes into lunchbox squares

New York crumb cake bakes into lunchbox squares

New York crumb cake bakes into lunchbox squares

Angelina Larue
Wed, 08/20/2025 - 05:03
CUISINE & CULTURE | ANGELINA@ANGELINALARUE.COM A well-made crumb cake will have an even crumb-to-cake ratio, and this New York-style confection doesn’t disappoint.

LIBRARY NOTES

Donnice Carruth |
Wed, 08/20/2025 - 05:03
As summer winds down, we’re reflecting on the incredible generosity and community spirit that made this year’s School Supply Drive our most successful yet.
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