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MONDAY NIGHT FIRE in Spur destroyed a travel trailer; residents escaped uninjured, according to VFD. Ten firefighters and four trucks were deployed in addition to the Dickens County Sheriff’s Office. | THE TEXAS SPUR

Travel trailer residence complete loss in Spur fire

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Wed, 03/12/2025 - 09:28

A fire of unknown origin Monday night claimed a travel trailer used as a residence in the 3000 block of South 2nd Street in Spur, thoughnoonewasharmed, according to Dickens County Emergency Management Coordinator Matt Hindman. The call came in at 11:02 p.m.

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Wed, 03/12/2025 - 09:28

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Post Ragtown Gospel Theater production continues through April 26

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Wed, 03/12/2025 - 09:28

POST—A new musical, “Jesus, Son of Man,” runs at the Ragtown Gospel Theater in Post from through April 26. The play, a musical, follows the life of Jesus Christ from age 10 through age 30. For ticket reservations, call (877) 724-8696 or visit their website at ragtown.com

Coyote Store kicks off this year’s music series March 15

Texas Spur Country Roundup

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Wed, 03/12/2025 - 09:28

GAIL—Dan Easton Corbin, Mercury Records Nashville recording artist, will appear at The Coyote Store March 15.

BUTTERCRUNCH LETTUCE is one spring vegetable that can be sown from seed in the ground or in a raised bed. | TRONG NGUYEN, iSTOCK

Planning the spring vegetable garden

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Wed, 03/12/2025 - 09:28

March gardening is beginning to kick into gear. Our weather is still yo-yoing from freezing to hot days and windy to still days, but West Texas gardeners are a hardy bunch. Spring gardens can be planted now. Here are some steps to take in planning the spring garden. LOCATION • Full sun.

SPRING DISH of mini shepherd’s pies warms the heart as well as the tummy — and leftovers are absolutely perfect to tuck away in small containers in the fridge to send for school or work lunches. | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTO

Shepherd’s pie a spring favorite

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Wed, 03/12/2025 - 09:28

CUISINE & CULTURE | ANGELINA@ANGELINALARUE.COM ANGELINA L aRUE Shepherd’s pie is both warming and comforting. Yet it reminds me of spring, at the same time. Maybe because I often think to make it around Saint Patrick’s Day.

LIBRARY NOTES

Donnice Carruth |

Wed, 03/12/2025 - 09:28

Thank you to Lawrence Brothers Grocery store for furnishing the groceries for the Friends of the Library Taco Pile-on fundraising supper we are having on March 15, 2025 from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the library located at 403 East Hill Street in Spur.

ROOM FOR RECORDS

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Wed, 03/12/2025 - 09:28

ROOM FOR RECORDS Researchers visiting the Dickens County Courthouse Annex will be pleased to find an expanded and more convenient work space next time around.

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Wed, 03/05/2025 - 11:33

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ALAMODOME-BOUND

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Wed, 03/05/2025 - 11:33

ALAMODOME-BOUND At press time for this issue, the #1 Jayton Jaybirds are winging their way back to San Antonio for the State title game.

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