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‘A Matter of Balance’ classes to begin in November

News Staff
Thursday, October 3, 2024
Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. “A Matter of Balance” is a program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels.The eight-session classes will be held twice a week for four weeks, beginning Nov. 4 at the Lampasas Senior Center, 901 S.
This is a look at one of the sets designed by LHS theater students for “Shrek the Musical Jr.” erick mitchell | dispatch record

This is a look at one of the sets designed by LHS theater students for “Shrek the Musical Jr.” erick mitchell | dispatch record

LHS theater students to perform ‘Shrek the Musical Jr.’

Erick Mitchell
Monday, September 30, 2024
The land of Shrek is coming to Lampasas this fall, as Lampasas High School theater students will perform “Shrek the Musical Jr.” on three dates the second weekend of November.LHS theater director Greta Peterson said students are excited to bring the world from “Far, Far Away” to life.

Coat drive to aid Mission clients

News Staff
Monday, September 30, 2024
Sneed-Carnley Funeral Chapel is accepting donations of coats, jackets and winter clothing of all types. These items will be passed along for clients at Lampasas Mission.Donated items may be dropped off at 201 E. Third St. in Lampasas on weekdays between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Gene Isenhour looks at a wooden bowl along the lathe he uses to shape his bowls and candle holders. This year alone, Isenhour has made 125 wooden bowls. erick mitchell | dispatch record

Gene Isenhour looks at a wooden bowl along the lathe he uses to shape his bowls and candle holders. This year alone, Isenhour has made 125 wooden bowls. erick mitchell | dispatch record

Isenhour explores the wonders of woodcraft

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, September 26, 2024
From backscratchers to bowls and walking canes to candle holders, Kempner resident Gene Isenhour has a way of working with wood.Isenhour developed a wood art hobby in 2016 and is yet to look back. This year alone, he has handcrafted more than 125 bowls, with each piece having a story of its own.
With the Doggy Day Out challenge, Lampasas Animal Shelter staff hope to encourage volunteers, especialy youths like the members of this local Girl Scout Troop, to walk dogs, which not only helps alleviate staff hours, but also aids them in learning about the personalities and needs of each shelter dog. courtesy photo

With the Doggy Day Out challenge, Lampasas Animal Shelter staff hope to encourage volunteers, especialy youths like the members of this local Girl Scout Troop, to walk dogs, which not only helps alleviate staff hours, but also aids them in learning about the personalities and needs of each shelter dog. courtesy photo

Doggy Day Out: Animal shelter initiates community competition

Alexandria Randolph
Thursday, September 26, 2024
The Lampasas Animal Shelter is going within the community with a special challenge that encourages volunteering and pet adoption.The Community Doggy Day Out Challenge is taking place through Nov. 27, and it encourages businesses and families to compete for the benefit of local dogs.
courtesy photo Hunter Sanguinet, a firefighter for the communities of Leander and Lampasas, rings the ceremonial bell upon completing the San Antonio 110. The bell toll memorializes a fallen first responder.

courtesy photo Hunter Sanguinet, a firefighter for the communities of Leander and Lampasas, rings the ceremonial bell upon completing the San Antonio 110. The bell toll memorializes a fallen first responder.

Lampasas firefighter climbs to recognize 9/11 fallen

Alexandria Randolph
Monday, September 23, 2024
ALampasas firefighter recently climbed 110 flights of stairs to memorialize those killed in the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. It’s a climb he makes every year.The attack on the Twin Towers in New York City took the lives of 2,977 people, including 344 first responders.
A new oven, stovetop and walkup refrigerator are among the equipment upgrades and additions from the kitchen remodel at AdventHealth Rollins Brook. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

A new oven, stovetop and walkup refrigerator are among the equipment upgrades and additions from the kitchen remodel at AdventHealth Rollins Brook. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

AdventHealth kitchen renovation becomes reality

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, September 19, 2024
AdventHealth Rollins Brook’s kitchen makeover is the latest renovation to be completed to boost the hospital’s facilities. The project’s fulfillment was celebrated Monday during a Kitchen Reveal Party and tour.
COURTESY PHOTOS Classics at the Classic Car Show organizer Sharon Carrigan reported the event had its best turnout thus far. Held Sept. 14 at the back parking lot of Storm’s Drive-In, more than 70 vehicles participated in the 26th annual car show. Best of Show was a 1867 Chevrolet Camaro owned by Don Horrocks, and runnerup honors went to this 1931 Ford pickup above, owned by Randall Cantrell.

COURTESY PHOTOS Classics at the Classic Car Show organizer Sharon Carrigan reported the event had its best turnout thus far. Held Sept. 14 at the back parking lot of Storm’s Drive-In, more than 70 vehicles participated in the 26th annual car show. Best of Show was a 1867 Chevrolet Camaro owned by Don Horrocks, and runnerup honors went to this 1931 Ford pickup above, owned by Randall Cantrell.

26th Annual Classics at the Classic Car Show draws good turnout

News Staff
Thursday, September 19, 2024
Daniella Claussen has cumulative donations of six gallons of blood. Courtesy photo

Daniella Claussen has cumulative donations of six gallons of blood. Courtesy photo

Red Cross blood drive collects over 75 units

News Staff
Monday, September 16, 2024
A total of 77 units were collected from the American Red Cross Community Blood Drive in Lampasas at First Street Church of Christ last Tuesday.Drive coordinator Wanda Lang said blood donations were taken from 72 donors.
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