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TOUGHGAMEVS.#4DRAGONS The Spur Bulldogs came up short of winning Sept. 25, but the team showed great efforts and fight on the field. | ROPER HOWELL PHOTOS

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Bulldogs fall short in defensive battle against Dragons

Staff Reports

Thu, 10/01/2026 - 05:14

The Spur Bulldogs were on the road this week, traveling to Paducah Friday, Sept. 25, 2026. The Bulldogs came up short of winning, but the team showed great efforts and fight on the field.

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Jayton-Girard ISD posts 1st 6 weeks honor rolls

News Staff

Thu, 10/01/2026 - 05:14

STAFF REPORTS The following students enrolled in Jayton Schools earned “A” Honor Roll for the 1st 6 weeks of the 2026–27 school year.

DICKENS COUNTY 4-H JUNIOR HORSE JUDGING TEAM of Steely, Timberlyn and Gentry won 4th place at the Tri-State Fair in Amarillo.

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Dickens County 4-H off to a busy fall start

Henry Chapman |

Thu, 10/01/2026 - 05:14

Dickens County Junior 4-H members have been active in the early fall contest season. The Junior Horse Judging team of Steely, Timberlyn and Gentry won 4th place at the Tri-State Fair in Amarillo, with Timberlyn getting 5th place in reasons.

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Spur ISD posts 1st 6 weeks honor rolls

News Staff

Thu, 10/01/2026 - 05:14

STAFF REPORTS The following students enrolled in Spur Schools earned “A” Honor Roll for the 1st 6 weeks of the 2026–27 school year.

11 players in last week's scramble

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11 players in last week's scramble

Stephanie Beaty

Thu, 10/01/2026 - 05:14

Tuesday Scramble Recap, Sept. 22: We had 11 players come out for a fun evening of golf, and three teams were formed. Here are the results: 1st place: Brandon Mc-Broom, Freddy Gonzalez, and Daniel Perez took the win with an impressive score of 31 (5 under). Congratulations, guys!

NEWWINNINGSTREAK Spur’s varsity Bulldogs took the field at Jones Stadium Friday night, dismantling theThrockmorton Greyhounds and snapping a 14-game losing streak with a decisive 32-8 victory. | COURTESY PHOTO

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Bulldogs snap streak with 32–8 Homecoming win Sept. 18

Staff Reports

Wed, 09/23/2026 - 18:14

Jones Stadium was packed with Spur Exes and energized fans on Friday, Sept. 18, 2026, creating the perfect atmosphere for an unforgettable Homecoming night.

Jayton rolls past Whitharral, 47-0; remains undefeated

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Jayton rolls past Whitharral, 47-0; remains undefeated

Staff Reports

Wed, 09/23/2026 - 18:14

The Jayton Jaybirds turned in a dominant allaround performance Friday night, Sept. 18, cruising past Whitharral, 47-0, behind an efficient offense and a defense that refused to give the Panthers any room to operate. The Jaybirds only needed 11 plays to end the game at halftime.

11 players in last week's scramble

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11 players in last week's scramble

Stephanie Beaty

Wed, 09/23/2026 - 18:14

Tuesday Scramble Recap- September 15: We had 11 players come out ready to enjoy some great golf, and three teams were formed. At the end of the round, we had a two-way tie for first place, leading to a playoff to determine the winner.

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Spur Homecoming 2026 highlights a year worth returning for

Barbara Brannon |

Wed, 09/23/2026 - 18:14

Despite the continuation of summer’s heat—or maybe thanks to a the rain holding off till Monday— many participants in Spur ISD’s 2026 Homecoming weekend felt it had been one of the best celebrations ever. And it wasn’t just a winning double-header night of football, either.

GRANDPARENTS DAY Jayton Elementary students were able to celebrate Grandparents Day Monday by hosting their grandparents for lunch. | JAYBIRD MEDIA

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GRANDPARENTS DAY

News Staff

Thu, 09/17/2026 - 08:53

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