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GOSH, IT’S GOULASH!

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GOSH, IT’S GOULASH! A vegetable base makes this hearty concoction a rich, spicy main dish for the summertime table.

LIBRARY NOTES

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The Collaborative Summer Reading Program has begun at the Dickens County Spur Public Library, with Jon Shipp onTuesday June 7.

Spur Senior Citizens

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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. A donation is always appreciated. The cost for seniors over 60 is $4; everyone else is always welcome, for $8.

SPOTLIGHT ON WHITE RIVER YOUTH CAMP

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Southwestern goulash a summer-season stew

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Each spring and summer I feel challenged to cook and eat as many fresh, gorgeous, colorful vegetables I can get my hands on. But I still get hungry for thick, hearty concoctions to put on the table.

A DIY garden project for kids

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Summer months seem to loom ahead for children who are out of school and wondering “what is there to do next?” Here is a “do-it-yourself” (themselves) project that can keep kids busy and in the garden.

PATTON POMP

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PATTON POMP Patton Springs High School held their commencement ceremonies Friday night. Members of the Class of 2022 are, from left, Skylar McCleskey, Katlynne Cornett, Dylan Bates. Back, Ralph Garza, Kinley Chandler, Richard Klemisch and David Leyva.

At May meeting, Spur council discusses ordinances and animals, pool and personnel

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The Spur City Council turned a page to new leadership May 17 after canvassing votes of the May 7 municipal election, with newly elected Hope Ortiz taking the oath of office before participating in her first regular monthly meeting. The oath was also administered to reelected incumbents Laidy Vazquez and Glenda White.

Truckin’ Along US Route 62/82 Yard Sales set for Sat., June 11

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Five communities between Spur and Lubbock on the four-lane Highway 62/82 have joined together again in 2022 for Truckin’ Along US Route 62/82 Yard Sales.

STATE ACADEMIC COMPETITION

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STATE ACADEMIC COMPETITION Last week, the state UIL academic competition took place in Austin, and Jayton had two students participating. Jayme Braly (below) competed in in persuasive speaking, and Erielle Coulter (top) competed in poetry.