Each Valentine’s Day, I strive to find a sweet little treat to share with loved ones and neighbors, or to have on-hand for little get-togethers (or just for myself).
The focus of last week’s column was organic matter and why organic matter benefits garden soils. Today it’s is on a terrific type of organic matter— manure. Manure is not just a good source of organic matter; it’s a source of nutrients, which are released into the soil during decomposition.
The library has two books from the Wings of Fire series by Tui T. Sutherland in the large print format. “The Dragonet Prophecy” and “The Lost Heir” are the first two books in this young adult fantasy series.
According to the online database of the Dickens County Appraisal District (dickenscad.org), there are 16 properties owned by Dickens County In Trust, totaling $20,820 in market value.
Ticket sales have been brisk for the “Give a Little Love” Valentine’s banquet and dance scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 15 at 6 p.m. at the Swenson Park Show Barn. The event is presented by the Spur Area Chamber of Commerce, which has tickets for sale at $25 per person for dinner and dance, or $15 for dance only, starting at 8 p.m. and ending at midnight.
In its monthly meeting January 27, 2020, The Dickens County Historical Commission approved a proposal to turn over day-to-day management of The Palace Theater to Jeff and Briana Sturgis of Spur, pending approval of a scope-of-work agreement with the Dickens County Commissioners’ Court.
The cookie lineup includes their three bestsellers—Caramel deLites, Peanut Butter Patties, and Thin Mints, as well as Girl Scout S’mores, Shortbreads, Thanks-a-lots, Peanut Butter Sandwiches and Lemonades. There’s a cookie for every taste bud!
