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Church to host special praise service

News Staff
Thursday, October 31, 2024
Central Christian Church in Lampasas invites area residents to join the congregation for a special time of worship and praise with Randy and Tracy Morgan. The duo will lead in a praise service Sunday at 10:45 a.m. at the church, 204 S. Broad St.
TREVOR ZLOMKE | COURTES Y PHOTO

TREVOR ZLOMKE | COURTES Y PHOTO

Clothing donation benefits local center

News Staff
Thursday, October 31, 2024
New Beginning of Restoration and Hope took delivery of 640 articles of clothing from Masons with the Mt. Horeb Council No. 41 in Mahomet and Saratoga Lodge No. 546 in Lampasas. Several collection points in Lampasas included Rollo Insurance, Blends and Saratoga Lodge.
TeREsa Thornton | dispatch record

TeREsa Thornton | dispatch record

Title company open for business

News Staff
Thursday, October 31, 2024
Lampasas Texas Title celebrated its grand opening at 414 S. Live Oak. Holding the ceremonial scissors for the ribbon-cutting event is Ellie Orlando, surrounded by family members, friends and chamber of commerce representatives.
This building on East Fourth Street was completed in 2024.

This building on East Fourth Street was completed in 2024.

Commercial building owner seeks tenants; incentives offered

News Staff
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
The owner of a new commercial building at 1009 E. Fourth St. in Lampasas is seeking input from local residents and prospective tenants on the type of businesses they want to occupy two office sites.“Tell us what you want to see here,” Rob McGraw said. “What does Lampasas need?
Mark Jennings lost his life in the line of duty. courtesy photo

Mark Jennings lost his life in the line of duty. courtesy photo

Organization helps heroes through hunting

Alexandria Randolph
Monday, October 28, 2024
Alocal nonprofit is honoring military service families through guided hunts and seeking the public’s help.Hill Country Heroes, a Lampasas-based nonprofit organization, is working to host a hunting excursion for a Texas teen who has lost a parent.
Extend the life of pumpkins by creating crayon-dripped decorations rather than carving them. photo | melindamyers.com

Extend the life of pumpkins by creating crayon-dripped decorations rather than carving them. photo | melindamyers.com

Get the most out of your pumpkin this season

Melinda Myers
Monday, October 28, 2024
It’s pumpkin season and time to select and decorate pumpkins for your fall display. Keep pumpkins and jack-o’-lanterns looking their best longer with proper selection and care.Harvest or purchase pumpkins for decorating that are free of holes, cuts or and soft spots.

CASA seeking Angel Tree donors for area children

News Staff
Monday, October 28, 2024
Each year, generous donors provide gifts at the holidays to the abused and neglected children served by CASA for the Highland Lakes Area. As more and more children are removed from their home, the need has grown, with gifts for over 200 children projected for this year.
William McAnelly, left, and Jim Collins purchased Badger Car Wash last February. The business consists of a four-bay, self-serve car wash and a state-of-the-art automatic bay. COURTESY PHOTO

William McAnelly, left, and Jim Collins purchased Badger Car Wash last February. The business consists of a four-bay, self-serve car wash and a state-of-the-art automatic bay. COURTESY PHOTO

Car wash owners talk upgrades, giving back to the community

News Staff
Thursday, October 24, 2024
William McAnelly and Jim Collins, the owners of Badger Car Wash, want their business to be the “go-to destination for a sparkling clean ride.”They exude optimism and enthusiasm for the business, which they purchased in February.

Local Walmart celebrates store renovation

Alexandria Randolph
Thursday, October 24, 2024
The Lampasas Walmart has resided at its current location for 20 years. It will celebrate its first major renovation since that time with a ribbon cutting today.Store Manager Victor Hermosillo said the renovation work began on July 22.“All this is planned about three years in advance,” he said.

Community Bridge players invite veterans to join them

News Staff
Thursday, October 24, 2024
Columbus Day/Indigenous People’s Day was enjoyed by the Community Bridge group on Oct. 14.Twenty players competed for the prizes. Kathy Griffis-Bailey took home first place, Tom Griess was second, and Carolyn Anderson came in third.
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