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Gov. Abbott, TxDOT announce major investment to support transportation needs

Txdot

Wed, 08/27/2025 - 06:15

AUSTIN— Governor Greg Abbott announced a new 10-year transportation plan last week with a total projected investment of over $146 billion.

Figs can be gardens’ natural vitamin

Ellen Peffley

Wed, 08/27/2025 - 06:15

CUISINE & CULTURE Last week’s column introduced gardeners to the fabulous horticultural aspects of figs, with their low maintenance, trouble-free, and easy culture. They are also packed with health benefits and are a natural source of essential vitamins.

BRING HOME THE VEGGIES from your local market, season them, and throw them on the grill for a delightful summer repast. | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTO

Farmers’ market kebabs fun for outing–and dining

Angelina Larue

Wed, 08/27/2025 - 06:15

CUISINE & CULTURE | ANGELINA@ANGELINALARUE.COM I’m delighted to see so many farmers’ markets still open around the area. This increases our opportunities of continuing to make fresh, healthy meals going into the remaining weeks of summer.

LIBRARY NOTES

Donnice Carruth |

Wed, 08/27/2025 - 06:15

First, we’d like to extend our sincere apologies for misspelling the name of William Barlow Neaves in last week’s column. We deeply regret the error and appreciate your understanding. This week, the library mourns the loss of a beloved patron, Pasqual “Junior” Jimenez.

TEA releases 2025 A–F accountability ratings; 2024 ratings now also available

Texas Tribune

Wed, 08/20/2025 - 09:03

SNEHA DEY, EDISON WU AND ROB REID | In the 2024-25 school year, 14% of Texas school districts got an A, 71% got a B or a C, and 15% got a D or an F, new state data shows.

SPUR SENIOR SUNRISE These Spur 12th graders arose early on the first day of their last school year together, a tradition that is growing with high school seniors everywhere. | COURTESY PHOTO

SPUR SENIOR SUNRISE

News Staff

Wed, 08/20/2025 - 05:03

JAYTON SENIOR SUNRISE In a tradition that they will remember for the rest of their lives, these 12th graders came together at the beginning of this momentous year. | COURTESY PHOTO

JAYTON SENIOR SUNRISE

News Staff

Wed, 08/20/2025 - 05:03

REMAINS CLOSED The Dollar General retail store on Hill Street in Spur has not yet reopened to the public despite the hopeful appearance of a large crane week before last. | THE TEXAS SPUR

Spur Dollar General tentatively slated to get 3 new HVAC units Aug. 22

Kay Ellington |

Wed, 08/20/2025 - 05:03

Spur’s Dollar General retail store, which has been closed since July 31 awaiting air conditioning repair, has been told by the Dollar General HVAC contractor that three new HVAC units should be arriving August 22, according to Becky Vargas with the Spur store.

What's happening

News Staff

Wed, 08/20/2025 - 05:03

Submit your community announcements (maximum 75 words) to news@thetexasspur.com for events within the coming month, to run up to 4 issues Please let us know of any corrections: News@thetexasspur.com KENT COUNTY RURAL HEALTH CLINIC Community Immunization Clinic,...

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.

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