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Spur 5th grade presents Constitution Day program

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On Thursday, September 17, the Spur fifth grade social studies classes presented a Constitution Day program in the Dog Dome auditorium. The entire school attended.

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.

Late Jaybird surge falls short

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The Jayton Jaybirds started the week under the impression that they would face the Valley Patriots in an away matchup spectators were calling the “Brother Bowl II.” Having watched film the previous Saturday, the Jaybirds were preparing to practice against everything the Patriots had to offer.

Abbott loosens Covid-19 restrictions, saying, ‘Texans taking pandemic seriously’

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Gov. Greg Abbott announced Sept. 24, 2020, that most of Texas will be able to loosen some coronavirus restrictions, including letting many businesses increase their capacity to 75% this week.

PATTON LEADERS

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PATTON LEADERS According to Student Council advisor Sonya Dziedzic at Patton Springs ISD, newly elected council officers for the 2020–21 school year are (left to right) Maci Garcia, reporter; Kaydence Leyva, vice president; Melania Ramirez, president; Serenity Segura, secretary; and Tylee Barclay, treasurer. Congratulations to all of these representatives, and best wishes in their new positions.

Quarantine effects linger for Bulldogs in Friday loss

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There is a common mantra among coaches that there are no excuses, and certainly no one from the Bulldog sideline was making any Friday night.

Jaybirds corral Mustangs in 56–0 victory

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Going into last Friday’s contest against the Wilson Mustangs, the 2–0 Jayton Jaybirds looked to make improvements from their previous games.

Spur boys finish 2nd, girls 3rd at Guthrie XC meet

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The Spur cross-country teams competed in their first meet of the year Saturday in Guthrie.

RULE WRANGLES RANGERS

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RULE WRANGLES RANGERS The Patton Springs Rangers fell to Rule Friday night 51–28 in a non-district away game. COURTESY PHOTO

FUTURE FARMERS

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Patton Springs FFA has a strong group of officers who are willing to put in the effort to make the program extraordinary. Many of these students stepped out of their comfort zone to try out for leadership positions this year. Left to right; Melania Ramirez, president; David Reyna, vice president; Kinley Chandler, secretary; Tylee Barclay, treasurer; Raphael Garza, reporter. COURTESY PHOTO