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Septic system maintenance clinic set for Aug. 27

News Staff
Monday, August 25, 2025
A free clinic on septic system maintenance for homeowners will be conducted from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Wednesday. The event is offered by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Lampasas River Watershed Partnership.
Lampasas High School theatre students go through rehearsal during class last week for their upcoming performance of “The Wizard of Oz.” ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Lampasas High School theatre students go through rehearsal during class last week for their upcoming performance of “The Wizard of Oz.” ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

LHS theatre preps for ‘The Wizard of Oz’ play

Erick Mitchell
Monday, August 25, 2025
The yellow brick road will lead to the Lampasas High School cafeteria for this year’s performance of “The Wizard of Oz.”Theatre students are preparing for a production that will be held across four nights, Nov. 1-2 and Nov. 8-9.

TxDOT: End summer with friends, not cellmates

News Staff
Thursday, August 21, 2025
Whether it’s coming home from the pool or a barbecue, summer fun can end quickly with just one bad decision, Texas Department of Transportation officials said.Every 23 minutes there’s a crash involving a driver under the influence of alcohol.

Community Bridge enjoys afternoon of card-playing this month

News Staff
Thursday, August 21, 2025
Community Bridge players reported another great day of cards on Aug. 11.Carolyn Anderson took the top prize, Barbara Smith earned second, and Kathy Griffis-Bailey was third. Jim Hutchinson and Lou Wiginton had the highest round score, and Hutchinson and Margaret Oberender bid and made a slam.
Keri McLane achieved Level I Municipal Court Certification in May. courtesy photo

Keri McLane achieved Level I Municipal Court Certification in May. courtesy photo

MUNICIPAL COURT CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

News Staff
Thursday, August 21, 2025
Municipal Court certification programKempner Municipal Court Clerk Keri McLane has completed all the requirements for Level I of the Municipal Court Certification Program.
M 5 Enterprise executives, from left, Ben Hagan, John Hagan and Edgar Solis pose for a photo in front of the counter at Lampasas’ newest fast-casual dining restaurant, Teriyaki Madness. The restaurant is located next door to M 5’s Golden Chick franchise at 1702 Central Texas Expressway and is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. erick Mitchell | dispatch record

M 5 Enterprise executives, from left, Ben Hagan, John Hagan and Edgar Solis pose for a photo in front of the counter at Lampasas’ newest fast-casual dining restaurant, Teriyaki Madness. The restaurant is located next door to M 5’s Golden Chick franchise at 1702 Central Texas Expressway and is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. erick Mitchell | dispatch record

Teriyaki Madness ready to cure Asian-inspired cravings

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, August 21, 2025
Teriyaki Madness, located on Central Texas Expressway, is now open to serve Lampasas residents their favorite Asian fusion cravings.Lampasas’ newest fast-casual dining restaurant is operated by M 5 Enterprise, owners of the Golden Chick franchise next door and 13 other eateries across the state.

Travel club to meet Aug. 28

News Staff
Thursday, August 21, 2025
The August meeting of the Central Texas Travel Club will be Aug. 28 at Johnny’s Steaks and Barbeque in Salado. The gathering starts at 11 a.m., with the meeting to begin at 11:30 a.m.The group will discuss upcoming trips including Homestead Heritage Farms, Rockport and Florida in December.

Newsmakers

News Staff
Thursday, August 21, 2025
Interlochen Arts AcademyBryan Christian, a 1985 Lampasas High School graduate, recently was granted a six-week appointment as conductor of the Interlochen Arts Academy Wind Symphony.Christian is the son of Lampasas residents Jerry and Sheila Christian.
This nighttime photo of Storm’s Drive-In dates back to the 1960s when the eatery was named the Dairy Cue. Storm’s will celebrate its 75th anniversary in September. FILE PHOTO

This nighttime photo of Storm’s Drive-In dates back to the 1960s when the eatery was named the Dairy Cue. Storm’s will celebrate its 75th anniversary in September. FILE PHOTO

Storm's Drive-In to celebrate 75 years of burgers, memories, Texas tradition

Ashley Downey
Thursday, August 21, 2025
This September, Storm’s Drive-In marks a remarkable milestone: 75 years of serving up classic American fare and Texas hospitality. What began as a humble soft-serve ice cream stand in Lampasas in 1950 has grown into a beloved institution with locations in Lampasas, Burnet and Hamilton.
Random Distractions by Mark Montgomery

Random Distractions by Mark Montgomery

Key Avenue of yesteryear, and the joy of getting nowhere

Mark Montgomery
Monday, August 18, 2025
I’m not sure if there’s a sign-up sheet for folks moving into Lampasas. If there is, I missed it. But that’s not tragic, because I’ve lived here before. My parents and grandparents are from this area, and we lived here during my eighth- and ninth-grade years (’64-’65).I really liked it.
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