Community & Opinions

League of Women Voters of Texas working to expand vote by mail in Texas in light of COVID-19, voters need flexibility to vote safely

AUSTIN – Thursday April 2, 2020, the League of Women Voters of Texas and the League of Women Voters of Austin Area requested to join as intervenors in a lawsuit arguing that Texas law expressly permits expanded vote by mail options due to the COVID-19 global pandemic. The League is asking the court rule that the definition of “disability” in Texas law encompasses all registered voters, since the coronavirus prevents voters from appearing at a polling location without a real likelihood of injuring their health.

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2020 Community Calendar Community Services

SPUR VISITOR CENTER The Spur Area Chamber of Commerce is current closed during the coronavirus emergency, but welcomes visitors to email us at spurchamber@gmail.com or call (806) 474-5757.

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Spur Police Department Report

Week ending April 5, 2020 Tuesday, March 31, 2020

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Texas State Parks now closed due to Covid-19

AUSTIN—At the direction of Gov. Greg Abbott, Texas State Parks will be closed to the public effective at the close of business Tuesday, April 7, 2020, in order to maintain the safest environment for visitors, volunteers and staff. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) will continue to stay current with the latest public health recommendations and will announce when a definite reopening date has been determined.

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HELPING THE COMMUNITY

COURTESY PHOTO HELPING THE COMMUNITY New Spur residents Michael (left) and Michelle McDaniel (center) donated and installed a Ring doorbell at the Spur Police Station last week. The couple were concerned about the time delay if someone went to the police station for help or assistance and would have to call the county dispatch who would contact SPD, who would then return the call.

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Covid-19, sans sensationalizing or sugarcoating

It’s been a little more than three weeks since the coronavirus national state of emergency was declared.

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South Plains Electric Cooperative continues to keep lobbies closed and support members

LUBBOCK—South Plains Electric Cooperative is continuing to keep all lobbies closed and extending its support of members by not disconnecting service until May 1, 2020.

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Spur Police Department Report

Week ending March 30, 2020 Monday, March 23, 2020

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2020 Community Calendar

SPUR VISITOR CENTER The Spur Area Chamber of Commerce is current closed during the coronavirus emergency, but welcomes visitors to email us at spurchamber@gmail.com or call (806) 474-5757.