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Allee Hamilton graduates from South Plains College

News Staff

Thu, 01/15/2026 - 04:26

LEVELLAND— Allee Hamilton of Spur, Texas, graduated with an Associate of Arts in general studies from South Plains College in Fall 2025. Hamilton was among more than 450 students recognized for their academic achievements and resilience in a changing world.

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Spur grad named to ASU fall 2025 Dean’s List

Staff Reports

Thu, 01/15/2026 - 04:26

Angelo State University in San Angelo, Texas, has announced the students achieving the Dean's List designation for the 2025 fall semester. To be eligible for the ASU Dean’s List, full-time undergraduate students must maintain a 3.25 or better grade point average on a 4.0 scale.

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Spur students named to SPC Fall 2025 President’s List

Staff Reports

Thu, 01/15/2026 - 04:26

South Plains College congratulates more than 400 students named to the Fall 2025 President’s List. Students named to the President’s Honor List earned a 4.0 grade point average while enrolled in at least 12 college credit hours. Spur students named on the list are Zechariah Mosley and Braden Tanner.

SPUR BASKETBALL Spur varsity basketball teams split a pair of games last week versus Crosbyton. The Spurettes defeated Crosbyton 63-26, while the Bulldogs took a tough loss 67-33. This week, district play got underway Tuesday night and on Saturday, Spur will host Valley. | COURTESY PHOTOS

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Bulldogs prepare to host Valley, Guthrie in district play

Sue Jane Sullivan |

Thu, 01/15/2026 - 04:26

State-ranked Valley will come to Spur Jan. 17 to face the Bulldogs in Spur’s first district game of the 2026 slate. The game has been moved to Saturday due to the Dickens County Stock Show being held Jan. 16.

CHAMPS The Junior High Spurettes won the Lubbock Roosevelt 7th grade division tournament championship this past weekend. | COURTESY PHOTO

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Spurettes cruise past Motley County, Paducah

Sue Jane Sullivan |

Thu, 01/15/2026 - 04:26

Aftertwoopening-week wins in District 8-A, the Spur Spurettes basketball team will face back-to-back challenges when Valley and Guthrie visit the Dome. Coach Colton Rogers and team will host the Lady Patriots Jan. 17 in a Saturday game to accommodate this weekend’s stock show schedule.

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Lady Jays get second district win

Sue Jane Sullivan |

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 21:16

Defense continues to be key when the Jayton Lady Jays basketball team is victorious. District wins over Hamlin, 61-17, and Paint Creek, 57-10, in the past week reflect this strength for Coach Kevin Chisum’s team this season. Paint Creek entered the Jan.

Jaybird basketball gets first district win

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Jaybird basketball gets first district win

Sue Jane Sullivan |

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 21:16

After building a 17-7 first-quarter lead, the Jayton Jaybirds kept the momentum going until the final buzzer to win their first district game over the Hamlin Pied Pipers, 82-23.

Jayton holiday tournament results

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Jayton holiday tournament results

Sue Jane Sullivan |

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 21:16

Twelve Texas high school basketball teams traveled to Kent County Dec. 29–30 to participate in the final tournament of the year before most schools settle in for district matchups.

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Spur Secondary School posts 3rd six weeks honor rolls

Staff Reports

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 21:16

The following students enrolled in Spur Secondary School earned “A” Honor Roll for the 3rd six weeks of the 2025–26 school year.

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Bulldogs fall to Crosbyton in back-to-back games

Sue Jane Sullivan |

Wed, 01/07/2026 - 21:16

TheSpurBulldogs and Crosbyton Chiefs met over the holiday break and then started the new year face to face. The Bulldogs fell in both games, though the Jan. 6 home game was a different story. After a cold offensive performance Dec. 30 against the Chiefs, Spur took charge at The Dome.

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