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Longtime rancher Charlie Allison is 92 years old and remembers much of what has developed and changes over the years in Lampasas, a town based on agriculture. courtesy photo

Longtime rancher Charlie Allison is 92 years old and remembers much of what has developed and changes over the years in Lampasas, a town based on agriculture. courtesy photo

The farming and ranching heritage that made Lampasas

Joycesarah Mccabe
Monday, August 28, 2023
Every town has a beginning, something about it that made people first settle and then continue to settle in a place. Just as families have a heritage, so do towns. Based on the community history, if Lampasas were described as a person, that person would be strong, resilient, tenacious and grounded.

New 4-H year begins Sept. 1

News Staff
Monday, August 28, 2023
The 2023-2024 4-H year officially kicks off Sept. 1. Lampasas 4-H – which is part of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service – is ready to welcome new and returning members for another year of programming and opportunity. Lampasas 4-H will hold a kickoff event/ club meeting Sept. 18 at 6 p.m.
Former Lampasan Phil King is pictured on a recent visit to Saratoga Springs, New York, where he displayed his banner proclaiming it the “Lampasas of the North.” COURTESY PHOTO

Former Lampasan Phil King is pictured on a recent visit to Saratoga Springs, New York, where he displayed his banner proclaiming it the “Lampasas of the North.” COURTESY PHOTO

Former resident visits ‘Lampasas of the North’

News Staff
Thursday, August 24, 2023
In the 1880s, the natural mineral waters that sprung from the ground turned the city of Lampasas into a major health resort. The town grew rapidly as a result, and many visitors flocked to Lampasas to partake of the purported healing powers the mineral water provided.
Douglas Ingraffia, at left, is pictured with his son, Joseph Ingraffia. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Douglas Ingraffia, at left, is pictured with his son, Joseph Ingraffia. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

A taste of Chicago comes to Lampasas

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, August 24, 2023
Douglas Ingraffia is bringing the flavors of his Windy City childhood to Lampasas. Aug. 10 was the first day Ingraffia opened the doors to his new Western Avenue Dawgs restaurant, located on South Key Avenue.
Pictured left to right are Ginnefer Cook-Gass, founder of Community Kitchen; Jay Jackson, quartermaster of the Lampasas VFW; and Chris Adolph, Lampasas VFW post commander. Joycesarah McCabe | Dispatch Record

Pictured left to right are Ginnefer Cook-Gass, founder of Community Kitchen; Jay Jackson, quartermaster of the Lampasas VFW; and Chris Adolph, Lampasas VFW post commander. Joycesarah McCabe | Dispatch Record

Strong sense of community drives Lampasas County volunteers

Joycesarah Mccabe
Monday, August 21, 2023
On any given Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday, regardless of the searing summer heat, Ginnefer Cook-Gass can be found working in a small food trailer behind the Lampasas VFW.
Steven McDaniel relaxes as he donates blood at the American Red Cross blood drive, held quarterly at First Street Church of Christ. COURTESY PHOTO

Steven McDaniel relaxes as he donates blood at the American Red Cross blood drive, held quarterly at First Street Church of Christ. COURTESY PHOTO

Lampasas blood donors: a community of life savers

Joycesarah Mccabe
Thursday, August 17, 2023
Over the course of 40 years, three Lampasans have been instrumental in potentially saving 1,458 lives through their blood donations. However, this is just a glimpse into the larger community of generous blood donors in Lampasas County, whose efforts have benefited thousands of lives.
Scout Pack 100 is pictured during a visit to Lyndon B. Johnson State Park in mid-July. The pack will host a yard sale Sept. 16 to fund more of their adventures. COURTESY PHOTO | PAIGELYN MARTIN GARCIA

Scout Pack 100 is pictured during a visit to Lyndon B. Johnson State Park in mid-July. The pack will host a yard sale Sept. 16 to fund more of their adventures. COURTESY PHOTO | PAIGELYN MARTIN GARCIA

Cub Scouts to hold yard sale

Alexandria Randolph
Thursday, August 17, 2023
Cub Scout Pack 100 will host a yard sale Sept. 16 to benefit the pack. The yard sale will be held at Lampasas Methodist Church, 2 Alexander Lane. All sales and donations will benefit Cub Scout Pack 100 and its ventures. Brenda Klinger told the Dispatch Record about a recent excursion in mid-July.
Gaylee Hamrick is the new branch director at the Lampasas Boys and Girls Club. erick mitchell | dispatch record

Gaylee Hamrick is the new branch director at the Lampasas Boys and Girls Club. erick mitchell | dispatch record

Lampasas Boys and Girls Club names new branch director

Erick Mitchell
Monday, August 14, 2023
In May, Lometa native Gaylee Hamrick was named the new branch director for the Lampasas Boys and Girls Club. With childcare experience and grandchildren who attend Lampasas public schools, Hamrick was intrigued by the role. “I feel like I wanted to help out more in the community,” she said.
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