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“The Annunciation” is the only stained-glass window at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church that depicts its patron saint, the mother of Jesus. It was given in memory of T.H. Haynie by his daughter, Mrs. C.D. Stokes. A miniature of the window is featured at the museum as part of the exhibition for the 150th anniversary of the church’s founding. COURTESY PHOTO

“The Annunciation” is the only stained-glass window at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church that depicts its patron saint, the mother of Jesus. It was given in memory of T.H. Haynie by his daughter, Mrs. C.D. Stokes. A miniature of the window is featured at the museum as part of the exhibition for the 150th anniversary of the church’s founding. COURTESY PHOTO

Museum exhibit celebrates 150 years of St. Mary’s Episcopal Church

News Staff
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Lampasas County Museum is pleased to help celebrate 150 years of St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, the oldest church building with continuous worship services in Lampasas County. The exhibition, which opens today, will be on display at the museum through Nov. 1.
On hand for the Oatmeal Festival Grand Parade were, from left, Cheryl Ayers, Bill Ayers, Tract Wallace, Bill Dunson, Michael Oliver, Ross Cox Sr., Gary Lehmkuhler and Shelby Little. COURTESY PHOTO | JOHNNY ANDERSON

On hand for the Oatmeal Festival Grand Parade were, from left, Cheryl Ayers, Bill Ayers, Tract Wallace, Bill Dunson, Michael Oliver, Ross Cox Sr., Gary Lehmkuhler and Shelby Little. COURTESY PHOTO | JOHNNY ANDERSON

SCV group participates in Oatmeal Festival

News Staff
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Bertram’s 48th annual Oatmeal Festival pays honor to the community of Oatmeal in Burnet County. Launched in 1978 by Ken Odiorne as a playful spoof on chili cookoffs, this weekend event draws hundreds of participants and raises money for youth scholarships.The Sons of Confederate Veterans Camp No.
COURTESY PHOTO | LIBBY BLUNTZER

COURTESY PHOTO | LIBBY BLUNTZER

Animals need blessings, too

News Staff
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Local animal lovers gathered at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church recently for the Blessing of the Pets. Besides a blessing from the Rev. Bill Fowler, pets were treated to plenty of water and small “pup cups” of whipped cream. The annual event honors Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals.
At right, Kempner City Manager Rebecca Ramos helps a trunk-or-treater to a cup of punch during last year’s event. This year’s event will take place at the Sylvia Tucker Memorial Park. courtesy photo | Johnny Anderson

At right, Kempner City Manager Rebecca Ramos helps a trunk-or-treater to a cup of punch during last year’s event. This year’s event will take place at the Sylvia Tucker Memorial Park. courtesy photo | Johnny Anderson

Kempner’s Trunk or Treat returns Oct. 31

Erick Mitchell
Monday, October 6, 2025
The city of Kempner’s Trunk or Treat event, slated for Oct. 31, will be spookier and more candy-filled than ever before.For the first time, this year’s event will be held at the Sylvia Tucker Memorial Park from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
An autumn display of mums, straw bales, pumpkin and ornamental squash dress up this landscape. courtesy photo | melindamyers.com

An autumn display of mums, straw bales, pumpkin and ornamental squash dress up this landscape. courtesy photo | melindamyers.com

Add a fall display to a garden or the front steps

Melinda Myers
Monday, October 6, 2025
Cooler temperatures signal a change of seasons and an opportunity to add some fall décor to the landscape. Garden centers are filled with fall favorites like pumpkins, ornamental squash, pansies, mums, asters and more.
Lometa ISD Superintendent Rob Moore gives Everett Sharrock a short drone tutorial during Tuesday’s open house. Erick Mitchell | Dispatch Record

Lometa ISD Superintendent Rob Moore gives Everett Sharrock a short drone tutorial during Tuesday’s open house. Erick Mitchell | Dispatch Record

Lometa ISD holds open house for CTE facilty

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Lometa ISD unveiled its new 14,200-square-foot Advanced Technical Center during Tuesday’s open house.The building is utilized by robotics, drone, digital media, ag mechanics and health science students.
Jennifer Swenson is the new president and chief executive officer for AdventHealth Central Texas. Courtesy photo

Jennifer Swenson is the new president and chief executive officer for AdventHealth Central Texas. Courtesy photo

AdventHealth Central Texas names new CEO

News Staff
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Jennifer Swenson has been named president and chief executive officer for AdventHealth Central Texas and AdventHealth Rollins Brook. She will assume the new role on Oct. 20 and will report to Trevor Wright, president/CEO of AdventHealth’s Southwest Region.
The Projects Committee solicited donations of peanut butter and jelly in September that will be given to Lampasas Mission. More than 150 pounds were collected. Committee members, from left to right, are Cathy Allen, Bernadine Wagner, JoAnn Bollom and Sherry Gillen-Milligan. courtesy photo | shanna sibbersond

The Projects Committee solicited donations of peanut butter and jelly in September that will be given to Lampasas Mission. More than 150 pounds were collected. Committee members, from left to right, are Cathy Allen, Bernadine Wagner, JoAnn Bollom and Sherry Gillen-Milligan. courtesy photo | shanna sibbersond

’36 Club opens new year

News Staff
Thursday, October 2, 2025
In September, the GFWC ’36 Club welcomed members back to the first meeting to kick off the new season. A catered lunch was provided by the Social Committee and included brisket and chicken from Nothin’ Butts BBQ. Social Committee members also provided homemade desserts.
The Lometa ISD recognized several students and staff members of the month. Shown with their certificates are, from left to right, Addison Duncan, Maria Jasso, Evly Sharrock and Mercedes Almaguer. Not pictured: Eliana Gonzalez. COURTESY PHOTO

The Lometa ISD recognized several students and staff members of the month. Shown with their certificates are, from left to right, Addison Duncan, Maria Jasso, Evly Sharrock and Mercedes Almaguer. Not pictured: Eliana Gonzalez. COURTESY PHOTO

Lometa superintendent reports school off to good start

Mason Hines
Monday, September 29, 2025
The Lometa Independent School District Board of Trustees met Sept. 22 for its monthly gathering, which dealt mostly with updates.Superintendent Rob Moore began the meeting by recognizing the students and staff member of the month before discussing various reports.
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