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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.

Key Club to host Pumpkin Crafts event at LHS

News Staff
Thursday, October 24, 2024
Lampasas Key Club is offering a Pumpkin Crafts event Monday from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the Lampasas High School cafeteria.This free event will offer pumpkin painting, crafts, games and other activities for youth.All supplies needed to participate will be provided.

CEMETERY ASSOCIATIONS

Kempner Cemetery Association
Thursday, October 24, 2024
Kempner Cemetery Association’s annual meeting will be held Sunday at 2 p.m. at Kempner Brick Oven, 12093 U.S. Highway 190.The board of directors encourages all members to attend.For more information, call 254-290-3688.
Lampasas High School theater director Greta Peterson received the Founder’s Award from the Texas Educational Theatre Association. COURTESY PHOTO

Lampasas High School theater director Greta Peterson received the Founder’s Award from the Texas Educational Theatre Association. COURTESY PHOTO

Peterson recognized by state group for theater efforts at LHS, LMS

News Staff
Monday, October 21, 2024
Lampasas High School theater director Greta Peterson received the Founder’s Award from the Texas Educational Theatre Association last month at the organization’s convention in Galveston.Along with her role as LHS theater director, she is the fine arts coordinator at Lampasas Middle School.

CEMETERY ASSOCIATIONS

Kempner Cemetery Association
Monday, October 21, 2024
Kempner Cemetery Association’s annual meeting will be held Oct. 27 at 2 p.m. at Kempner Brick Oven, 12093 U.S. Highway 190.The board of directors encourages all members to attend.For more information, call 254-290-3688.
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