Sports & Schools

Spur XC teams top relays

In the Silver Spur Relays held Oct. 3 at Spur, the Spur High School girls were team champions, with six medalists (places 2nd through 15th).

Jaybirds tame Roby Lions

As the harvest moon rose over Roby, Texas, last Friday night, the Jayton Jaybirds looked to add to their winning ways against the Lions. Roby hosted Jayton on their Senior Night as they fielded a capacity crowd.

Spur Senior Citizens

The Spur Senior Citizens Center, located at 210 Burlington Ave., will be serving a noon meal Monday through Friday. The dining room is open, or if you feel more comfortable during the Covid-19 pandemic, we are offering a curbside lunch you can reserve by calling (806) 271-4472.

Spur ISD receives Superior Achievement Rating in FIRST

A special public hearing was held before the September meeting of the Spur Independent School District. Business manager Jodi Gonzalez presented the board with Spur ISD receiving a Superior Achievement Rating on the Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST rating).

Patton Springs ISD posts 1st 6 weeks honor rolls

The following students enrolled in Patton Springs ISD earned “A” Honor Roll for the 1st 6 weeks of the 2020–21 school year. 1st Grade: Aubrey Crawford, Colton Denny, Beau Durham Bransen Freeman, Tucker McCoy, Zachary Murdoch, Lyla Rodriguez, Alberto Trillo; 2nd Grade: Rylan Durham, Maddilyn...

Green Chile Chicken Pot Pie sticks to your ribs

I can’t think of a double-crust pot pie that isn’t met with enthusiasm. The tender, flaky crust paired with a rich, creamy sauce and chunks of poultry or meat is unmatched. This time of year certainly gets me thinking about pot pies, shepherd’s pie, and casseroles.

SEPTEMBER SUCCESS

SEPTEMBER SUCCESS Jayton cross country runners found success on September 8 in Eula and on September 21 in Crowell.

Jaybirds fly high in win over Petersburg

Coming off a frustrating loss against O’Donnell the previous week, the Jayton Jaybirds looked to find their winning ways once again as they hosted the Petersburg Buffaloes.

RANGERS WIN

RANGERS WIN The Patton Springs Rangers hosted Christ King High School from Lubbock on Thursday and prevailed over the Golden Lions 61–12 COURTESY PHOTO

Bulldogs proud to be American, but fall to Eagles

Legendary coach and commentator John Madden once commented on a game, “The defense here should be expecting a run or a pass.” The Spur Bulldogs saw plenty of both on Friday night as they fell to the O’Donnell Eagles 62–36.