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Traceability and grass-fed are important components to opening the doors of international beef markets. JOYCESARAH MCCABE | DISPATCH RECORD

Traceability and grass-fed are important components to opening the doors of international beef markets. JOYCESARAH MCCABE | DISPATCH RECORD

U.K. trade deal opens new doors for ranchers

Joycesarah Mccabe
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Lampasas County ranchers may have a new reason to feel optimistic as the U.S. finalizes a significant trade agreement with the United Kingdom, expanding market access for a wide range of American agricultural products, including beef. Led by U.S.

Lampasas City Council, EDC to host joint workshop

Erick Mitchell
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
The Lampasas Economic Development Corp. and Lampasas City Council are scheduled for a joint workshop tentatively planned for June 4.This will be the second workshop the two bodies have held in 2025.Mayor Herb Pearce said the meeting could cover the EDC’s open director position.
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Veterans offer salute to the fallen

News Staff
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
Two veterans salute the wreath after it was placed in front of the flag pole at the courthouse on Monday morning. Residents gathered on Memorial Day to honor those who paid the ultimate sacrifice while serving their country. Between 50 and 100 people were present at the wreathlaying ceremony.
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Honor guard from Fort Cavazos

News Staff
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
The honor guard presents arms after firing off a salute to Lampasas County residents who served in World War II. The second World War and those from here who were involved was the focus of American Legion Post Commander Steve Cook’s comments during the Memorial Day event.
The screwworm fly, which is a metallic green-blue color with large orange eyes, is about twice the size of a common house fly. COURTESY PHOTO| DENISE BONILLA, USDA-APHIS

The screwworm fly, which is a metallic green-blue color with large orange eyes, is about twice the size of a common house fly. COURTESY PHOTO| DENISE BONILLA, USDA-APHIS

Screwworm a burrowing concern for Texas ranchers

News Staff
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
The New World screwworm has been making headlines lately, and in Texas, it’s top of mind for many. In May, the U.S. Department of Agriculture suspended importations of cattle, horses and bison from Mexico into the U.S.
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Honoring our fallen servicemembers

News Staff
Friday, May 23, 2025
In advance of the Memorial Day remembrance event, American Legion volunteers have placed the flags of various armed services branches so they flank the Lampasas County Courthouse. A ceremony to honor those who sacrificed their lives for their country will begin at 11:30 a.m.
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