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Dickens County Junior Livestock Association to host annual steak dinner, live music, raffle Nov. 4

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Wed, 10/14/2026 - 18:57

The Dickens County Junior Livestock Association is preparing for a fun-filled evening of great...

A SHORT DRIVE TO SNYDER WTC’s Snyder Sparks event will take place Saturday, Oct. 17 in front of the Scurry County Museum on the Western Texas College campus. The free event is open to the community. | COURTESY PHOTO

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Snyder Sparks at WTC to bring together local traditions, creativity, community Oct. 17

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Wed, 10/14/2026 - 18:57

SNYDER— Western Texas College will turn the area in front of the Scurry County Museum into a...

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CORRECTION FROM OUR REPORT OF SEPT. 24, 2026:

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Wed, 10/14/2026 - 18:57

Per Dickens County Attorney Aaron Clements, the Texas Rangers did not visit the Tax...

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Early voting begins Oct. 19

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Early voting begins Oct. 19

Texas Press Association

Wed, 10/14/2026 - 18:57

AUSTIN— Early voting for the Nov. 3 general election begins Monday, Oct. 19, and ends on Friday,...

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COMMUNITY SERVICES

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Wed, 10/14/2026 - 18:57

THE SPUR AREA FOOD BANK serves families throughout Dickens County.

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Wed, 10/14/2026 - 18:57

DICKENS COUNTY-SPUR LIBRARY has classroom supply lists for students entering the 2026-2027 school...

Sports & Schools

17 players in last week's scramble

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17 players in last week's scramble

Stephanie Beaty

Wed, 10/14/2026 - 18:57

Tuesday Scramble Recap, Oct. 6: We had a great turnout for Tuesday’s scramble, with 17 players...

DEFENSE PRESSURE Spur's defense played an aggressive game in the physical 61-16 loss to the Aspermont Hornets Friday night. | COURTESY PHOTO

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Spur fights hard in district opener versus Aspermont

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Wed, 10/14/2026 - 18:57

The Spur Bulldogs opened district play on the road Friday, Oct. 9, 2026, falling to the Aspermont...

Jayton JH boys finish 1st at Jayton Invitational, Jayton HS boys finish 2nd

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Jayton JH boys finish 1st at Jayton Invitational, Jayton HS boys finish 2nd

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Wed, 10/14/2026 - 18:57

The Jayton junior high and high school cross country athletes competed on their home track at the...

Obituaries

Mary Merritt,

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Thu, 09/17/2026 - 08:53

1946–2026 Mary Merritt of Woodwar, Oklahoma, passed away Sunday, September 13, 2026, in Woodward.

Wilbur Lee

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Thu, 09/17/2026 - 08:53

Yarborough, 1943–2026 Wilbur Lee Yarborough, better known as Lee, 83, of Hobbs, N.M., passed away...

Janice Dement-Kearney 1946–2026

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Thu, 08/27/2026 - 05:13

ABILENE, TEXAS— Janice Marie Dement-Kearney, beloved mother of sons David, Mark and Philip and...

Dickens County Junior Livestock Association to host annual steak dinner, live music, raffle Nov. 4

Staff Repports

Wed, 10/14/2026 - 18:57

The Dickens County Junior Livestock Association is preparing for a fun-filled evening of great food, live entertainment and the opportunity to win cash while supporting the youth of Dickens County, according to County Extension Agent Amanda Spiva. The DCJLA Steak Dinner, Live Music and Raffle will…

Dickens County Junior Livestock Association to host annual steak dinner, live music, raffle Nov. 4

Staff Repports

Wed, 10/14/2026 - 18:57

The Dickens County Junior Livestock Association is preparing for a fun-filled evening of great food, live entertainment and the opportunity to win cash while supporting the youth of Dickens County, according to County Extension Agent Amanda Spiva. The DCJLA Steak Dinner, Live Music and Raffle will…

Submit your community announcements (maximum 75 words) to news@thetexasspur.com for events within the coming month, to run up to 4 issues

Local Events

News Staff

Wed, 10/14/2026 - 18:57

DICKENS COUNTY-SPUR LIBRARY has classroom supply lists for students entering the 2026-2027 school year. The forms are available at the library, or you may email the library at dickenscountyspurlibrary@ gmail.com. We have forms for Spur ISD and Patton Springs ISD as well. These are…

Kent Co. Health Fair slated for Oct. 27

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Wed, 10/14/2026 - 18:57

Stonewall County Hospital District will be hosting the Kent County Health Fair Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the EMS Barn in Jayton. They will be offering free health services to the Jayton andsurroundingcommunities including: • Men’s Lab Panel, check key health markers…

Dickens commission rejects solar-farm abatement request; discusses options for disposal of county’s vacant prison

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Wed, 10/14/2026 - 18:57

“WE DON’T NEED SOLAR FARMS; LEAVE US ALONE” Sentiments of “Thank you” could be heard from Dickens County residents occupying the front row of seats at the Dickens County Commission meeting Oct. 13, when commissioners unanimously voted to reject a Chapter 312 tax abatement proposal…

Spur Golf Association Clubhouse to hold rescheduled dedication Oct. 17

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Wed, 10/14/2026 - 18:57

BARBARA BRANNON | TEXAS SPUR Please join the Spur Golf Association for its clubhouse dedication Saturday, Oct. 17, at 1 p.m. in Spur’s Swenson Park. Light refreshments will be served. The Clubhouse Championship Tournament will follow at 2 p.m., with the annual member meal and meeting…

Halloween Events coming up in Texas Spur Country

Dickens

Wed, 10/14/2026 - 18:57

The Dickens Do-Gooders will be hosting their Trunk or Treat Friday, Oct. 23 at 6 p.m. at the Dickens County Courthouse parking lot. Organizers are asking those who will plan to have a trunk or treat vehicle to arrive at 5 p.m. and they are asking attendees to bring games. They are also looking for…

CORRECTION FROM OUR REPORT OF SEPT. 24, 2026:

News Staff

Wed, 10/14/2026 - 18:57

Per Dickens County Attorney Aaron Clements, the Texas Rangers did not visit the Tax Assessor-Collector’s office last week; the forensic auditors hired by the Court at the previous special meeting were the ones who visited. We regret the error and appreciate the clarification. —THE EDITORS

A SHORT DRIVE TO SNYDER WTC’s Snyder Sparks event will take place Saturday, Oct. 17 in front of the Scurry County Museum on the Western Texas College campus. The free event is open to the community. | COURTESY PHOTO

Snyder Sparks at WTC to bring together local traditions, creativity, community Oct. 17

Staff Reports

Wed, 10/14/2026 - 18:57

SNYDER— Western Texas College will turn the area in front of the Scurry County Museum into a celebration of local history, creativity and West Texas traditions during Snyder Sparks at WTC: Celebrating Our Shared Roots and Traditions on Saturday, Oct. 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The free, family…

Jayton JH boys finish 1st at Jayton Invitational, Jayton HS boys finish 2nd

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Wed, 10/14/2026 - 18:57

The Jayton junior high and high school cross country athletes competed on their home track at the Jayton Invitational Meet last week. The high school Lady Jays finished in 6th place, the high school Jaybirds finished in 2nd place, the junior high Lady Jays finished in 6th place and the junior high…

Spur ISD holding public info sessions on proposed VATRE

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Wed, 10/14/2026 - 18:57

Spur ISD has been vigilant in providing information about its proposed VATRE (Voter-Approval Tax Rate Election), and citizens have three more opportunities to attend a public information session and raise their hands with questions. A series of town hall meetings began in September and continue on…