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GAIL LOWE | DISPATCH RECORD In a scene repeated across town Thursday night and Friday, leaves lay strewn about after an intense hailstorm that pelted live oaks and other trees. The barrage of frozen precipitation and heavy rain forced some drivers to pull off to the side of the road and seek shelter.

GAIL LOWE | DISPATCH RECORD In a scene repeated across town Thursday night and Friday, leaves lay strewn about after an intense hailstorm that pelted live oaks and other trees. The barrage of frozen precipitation and heavy rain forced some drivers to pull off to the side of the road and seek shelter.

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News Staff
Monday, May 5, 2025
This image of a tornado that touched down in the Oakalla area was posted on numerous electronic news and social media sites Thursday. FACEBOOK PHOTO

This image of a tornado that touched down in the Oakalla area was posted on numerous electronic news and social media sites Thursday. FACEBOOK PHOTO

Tornado, hail pummel area

Erick Mitchell
Monday, May 5, 2025
Last week’s thunderstorms brought varying rainfall amounts across Lampasas County and a tornado near its border with Burnet County south of the Kempner area.The National Weather Service anticipates more thunderstorms for the area this week.

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Blood Drive
Monday, May 5, 2025
The next American Red Cross Community Blood Drive will take place May 13-14 at the First Street Church of Christ Family Life Center, 201 W. First St. in Lampasas. Donation hours are 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. both days.The May blood drive is in memory of Robert “Michael” Aaron Sr., who died in January.

Lampasas, Lometa ISDs earn ‘B’ ratings

Erick Mitchell
Monday, May 5, 2025
After a long delay due to ongoing legal battles, the Texas Education Agency released its 2023 accountability ratings for school districts and campuses across the state on April 24.Lampasas ISD earned a “B” rating in 2022-23, scoring an 84.Superintendent Dr.
Commissioners Mark Rainwater, left, and Shad Hill review agenda materials at Monday’s Commissioners Court meeting, held at the county annex conference room. The next regular meeting will return to the courthouse’s first-floor courtroom. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Commissioners Mark Rainwater, left, and Shad Hill review agenda materials at Monday’s Commissioners Court meeting, held at the county annex conference room. The next regular meeting will return to the courthouse’s first-floor courtroom. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Commissioners Court OKs grants for sheriff’s office, indigent defense

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, May 1, 2025
The Lampasas County Commissioners Court approved two grant applications for body armor and fencing around the jail for the sheriff’s department in Monday’s regular meeting.
Becky Sims, left, and Kayleigh Stanley pose with the city council after being recognized for Professional Municipal Clerks Week at Monday’s meeting. HUNTER KING | DISPATCH RECORD

Becky Sims, left, and Kayleigh Stanley pose with the city council after being recognized for Professional Municipal Clerks Week at Monday’s meeting. HUNTER KING | DISPATCH RECORD

City Council discusses EDC director post

Hunter King
Thursday, May 1, 2025
During Monday’s meeting of the Lampasas City Council, members took time to discuss the Lampasas Economic Development Corp., and whether the city should consider hiring an economic development director.
Elections on tap for Lampasas, Lometa

Elections on tap for Lampasas, Lometa

Elections on tap for Lampasas, Lometa

News Staff
Thursday, May 1, 2025
Saturday is voting day for municipal elections in the city of Lampasas and the city of Lometa.Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.Registered voters in Lampasas may cast a ballot for several positions on the Lampasas City Council.

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Tiny Home Auction
Thursday, May 1, 2025
The Creating Badger Builders nonprofit will hold a Tiny Home Auction on Saturday at 1 p.m.The one-bedroom, one-bath, 560-square-foot home was custom built by students in the high school construction program. An open house to view the tiny home starts at 9 a.m. at Lampasas High School.
Ethan Walker receives a graduation cord from Assistant Principal Ryan Race to signify the senior’s commitment to the Navy, as Principal Paul Weinheimer looks on. Walker was one of 11 students recognized during Monday’s Armed Forces signing ceremony at Lampasas High School.

Ethan Walker receives a graduation cord from Assistant Principal Ryan Race to signify the senior’s commitment to the Navy, as Principal Paul Weinheimer looks on. Walker was one of 11 students recognized during Monday’s Armed Forces signing ceremony at Lampasas High School.

Large group of Lampasas seniors dedicate future to armed forces

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, May 1, 2025
Eleven Lampasas High School seniors were recognized in a signing ceremony Monday for committing their futures to the U.S. Armed Forces.LHS Principal Paul Weinheimer praised students for their bravery in choosing “courage over fear.”“Mrs.
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