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Trent Lancaster, 7 gallons courtesy photo

Trent Lancaster, 7 gallons courtesy photo

Lampasas Community Blood Drive shows good turnout

News Staff
Thursday, January 16, 2025
The Lampasas community continues to garner strong support among blood donors as evidenced by the Jan. 14 American Red Cross Blood Drive.“We had 59 donors and collected 61 units – a great day,” said Wanda Lang, drive coordinator.
file photo The Lampasas County Higher Education Center has updated its course schedule to include certifications for in-demand jobs. The center is a nonprofit career training organization funded in part by donations.

file photo The Lampasas County Higher Education Center has updated its course schedule to include certifications for in-demand jobs. The center is a nonprofit career training organization funded in part by donations.

Texas Workforce shows increase in labor force

Alexandria Randolph
Monday, January 13, 2025
“The trades are in big demand -- electricians, plumbers are starting to grow. We are seeing more interest from young people as opposed to going to college.

Library events for all ages to be held in January

News Staff
Monday, January 13, 2025
The Lampasas Public Library will host several events in the month of January, including story times and STEAM activities for kids as well as games and book clubs for adults.A list of upcoming events follows. All events take place at the library, located at 201 S. Main St.• Jan. 14, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Students in the construction courses at Lampasas High School have been working to finish this tiny home. Building started in November 2023. erick mitchell | dispatch record

Students in the construction courses at Lampasas High School have been working to finish this tiny home. Building started in November 2023. erick mitchell | dispatch record

Construction of tiny home nears completion at LHS

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, January 9, 2025
Lampasas High School construction students, under the guidance of Creating Badger Builders volunteers, are just a few months away from completing a 14x40-foot tiny home.The 560-square-foot structure is set to be completed in April or May and will be available for purchase through auction.

newsmakers

News Staff
Thursday, January 9, 2025
university of missouriVeronica L. Butler, a Lampasas High School Class of 2024 graduate, has been named to the Dean’s List for the Fall 2024 semester at the University of Missouri School of Journalism.Butler previously served as an intern at the Dispatch Record.

Three Lampasas entities nominated for Rural Impact Awards

News Staff
Thursday, January 9, 2025
The local arts and culture nonprofit organization Vision Lampasas and two local businesses -- Merk & Tilley’s and Hoffpauir’s Ranch & Supply -- have been nominated for Rural Impact Awards through Ranch House Designs.The Wharton-based company is dedicated to celebrating the heart of rural America.
Data from the U.S. Drought Monitor shows 63.5% of the state in drought conditions as of Dec. 31, 2024. Darker shaded areas show more intense drought. courtesy graphic |US Drought monitor

Data from the U.S. Drought Monitor shows 63.5% of the state in drought conditions as of Dec. 31, 2024. Darker shaded areas show more intense drought. courtesy graphic |US Drought monitor

County remains in moderate wildfire risk

Alexandria Randolph
Monday, January 6, 2025
Lampasas County is one of many in Texas that registers “moderate drought.” According to U.S. Drought Monitor data, as of Dec. 31, 2024 at 7 a.m., Lampasas County was primarily considered in moderate drought, with the eastern-most corner registering “severe drought.
John W. Harvey III graduated in December from the Texas Challenge Academy, a residential military program sponsored by the Texas National Guard. He is pictured with the commencement speaker, who presented his diploma. courtesy photo

John W. Harvey III graduated in December from the Texas Challenge Academy, a residential military program sponsored by the Texas National Guard. He is pictured with the commencement speaker, who presented his diploma. courtesy photo

newsmakers

News Staff
Monday, January 6, 2025
Texas Challenge academyOn Dec. 21, 2024, John William Harvey III completed the Texas Challenge Academy program. By doing so, Harvey was able to accelerate the high school process and graduated in what would have been equivalent to his junior year.

college honors

News Staff
Monday, January 6, 2025
angelo stat e universityAngelo State University conferred 645 undergraduate and graduate degrees during 2024 fall commencement exercises Dec. 14 at the Junell Center/ Stephens Arena in San Angelo.
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