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These Lampasas FFA members qualified for advancement to Area VII Leadership competition in Uvalde and brought home several banners for their teams. Their FFA adviser is Judy Hail. COURTESY PHOTO

These Lampasas FFA members qualified for advancement to Area VII Leadership competition in Uvalde and brought home several banners for their teams. Their FFA adviser is Judy Hail. COURTESY PHOTO

FFA takes awards in area contests

News Staff
Thursday, December 4, 2025
Fifteen Lampasas FFA members traveled to Uvalde Nov. 20 to compete in the Area VII Leadership contests.Taking fifth place in Agricultural Advocacy were Ava Rojas, Janie Turner and Leah Walker.
Eddie Ingram poses for a photo outside the Dispatch Record office. He will be this year’s HoliDazzle Christmas Parade grand marshal. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Eddie Ingram poses for a photo outside the Dispatch Record office. He will be this year’s HoliDazzle Christmas Parade grand marshal. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Meet Eddie Ingram, this year’s HoliDazzle Christmas Parade grand marshal

Erick Mitchell
Monday, December 1, 2025
U.S. Army veteran and Ajinomoto Foods employee Eddie Ingram is set to serve as this year’s HoliDazzle Christmas Parade marshal on Dec. 6.For Ingram, the Christmas season is all about getting together with family.“I live for the grandbabies,” he said.
Lemon cypress trees surrounded by poinsettias create a festive holiday display. COURTESY PHOTO | WWW.MELINDAMYERS.COM

Lemon cypress trees surrounded by poinsettias create a festive holiday display. COURTESY PHOTO | WWW.MELINDAMYERS.COM

Christmas tree alternatives that provide year-round beauty

Melinda Myers
Monday, December 1, 2025
When looking for a unique holiday tree this season, consider adding a plant you can enjoy now and throughout the year. Select a larger specimen to use as a floor plant, adding dramatic scale to your indoor décor.
ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Tour of Homes now 9 days away

News Staff
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
This residence owned by Cherie Garrett at 1007 West Sixth Street will be of the stops on the Lampasas County Museum’s Tour of Homes fundraiser on Dec. 7.
COURTESY PHOTO

COURTESY PHOTO

Local 4-H Gold Star, Silver Clover winners honored

News Staff
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Two 4-H members from Lampasas County were among the 12 youth and five adults honored during the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service’s District 7 4-H Gold Star and Silver Clover Banquet.The annual event was held at the Tom Green County 4-H center in San Angelo.
Tables were decorated by members Gail Eltgroth and Laurie Davis in preparation for the annual L-M Garden and Civic Club’s Thanksgiving dinner. COURTESY PHOTO

Tables were decorated by members Gail Eltgroth and Laurie Davis in preparation for the annual L-M Garden and Civic Club’s Thanksgiving dinner. COURTESY PHOTO

L-M Club makes donation to assist San Saba Garden Club

News Staff
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
On Nov. 17, the L-M Garden Club held its annual Thanksgiving dinner for members, their families and friends. A group of 33 people attended and shared delicious food and great fellowship.Decorations were prepared by Gail Eltgroth and Laurie Davis. The food was prepared by all members.
COURTESY PHOTO

COURTESY PHOTO

GOP candidates file for office

News Staff
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Last week, Lampasas County Republican Party Chair Wendy Daughtery took applications from several candidates filing for a position on the March 3 Republican Party Primary ballot.

33rd annual TriCounty Toy Run set for Dec. 7

News Staff
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
The TriCounty Toy Run of Central Texas has set its 33rd annual event for Dec. 7, starting at the Frank W. Mayborn Civic & Convention Center in Temple.Registration begins at 9 a.m., with the ride to kick off at 1 p.m. and end at The Hangar at Deer Pasture Airfield outside Lampasas.
The annual Carol of Lights event on Dec. 6 will include a visit from Mrs. Claus at the Lampasas Public Libary. FILE PHOTO

The annual Carol of Lights event on Dec. 6 will include a visit from Mrs. Claus at the Lampasas Public Libary. FILE PHOTO

Carol of Lights ready to bring tidings of joy to area residents

Erick Mitchell
Monday, November 24, 2025
Christmas cheer will ring throughout the downtown square for the annual Carol of Lights celebration, set for Dec. 6.Previously, the event was sponsored by Vision Lampasas, but the torch has been passed to the Lampasas Downtown Association, formerly known as the Courtyard Square Association.
RANDOM DISTRACTIONS BY MARK MONTGOMERY

RANDOM DISTRACTIONS BY MARK MONTGOMERY

Over the river and through the woods

Mark Montgomery
Monday, November 24, 2025
My perception of reality often doesn’t intersect with what’s actually happening. This will come as no surprise to most people, but I thought I’d just put it out there as a reminder.There are at least a couple of reasons for this.
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