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A petition has garnered attention for opening Sulphur Creek at W.M. Brook Park for swimming. ERICK MITCELL | DISPATCH RECORD

A petition has garnered attention for opening Sulphur Creek at W.M. Brook Park for swimming. ERICK MITCELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Petition to open Sulphur Creek for swimming gains steam

Erick Mitchell
Monday, August 26, 2024
An online petition seeking to open Sulphur Creek at W.M. Brook Park for more public access is garnering attention from Lampasas County residents.The petition titled “Support Safety Access and Environmental Protection at Sulphur Creek” on change.

Home along FM 1690 engulfed by flames

Erick Mitchell
Monday, August 26, 2024
A one-story home located along 7000 Farm-to-Market Road 1690 was lost to flames in the midnight hours on Aug. 22.Lampasas Volunteer Fire Department Chief Tim Weinrick says the cause of the fire is currently under investigation.
Adamsville Volunteer Fire Department firefighters work to extinguish a grass fire along U.S. Highway 281, about five miles south of Adamsville. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Adamsville Volunteer Fire Department firefighters work to extinguish a grass fire along U.S. Highway 281, about five miles south of Adamsville. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Grass fires on the rise with drier conditions

Erick Mitchell
Monday, August 26, 2024
As temperatures rise and few raindrops fall, the likelihood of wildfires is set to increase, according to the Lampasas Fire Department.Wildfires are common from August to October due to high heat and extended dry conditions.
Sons of Confederate Veterans starts group here

Sons of Confederate Veterans starts group here

Sons of Confederate Veterans starts group here

News Staff
Thursday, August 22, 2024
A new Sons of Confederate Veterans camp was formally organized in Lampasas on Aug. 10.Lampasas Methodist Church played host to the chartering event, which was attended by 35 people. A meal of barbecue brisket, beans and cornbread was served before the ceremonies.

National blood shortage exists; next drive is Sept. 10

News Staff
Thursday, August 22, 2024
The American Red Cross has declared a national blood emergency, noting a shortfall of 19,000 donations in July that caused the blood supply to plummet by 25%.Now, remnants of Hurricane Debby are complicating efforts to rebuild the supply, Red Cross officials said.

Make reservations for next bridge gathering

News Staff
Thursday, August 22, 2024
The recent meeting of the Community Bridge group saw Margaret Oberender as the first-place winner. Barbara Mullican placed second, and Linda Williams was third.Slams were bid and made by Tim Cockburn and Ann Loosier, Ted Deyo and Linda Williams, and Barbara Mullican and Margaret Oberender.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

News Staff
Thursday, August 22, 2024
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Remodeling in the works

News Staff
Thursday, August 22, 2024
Chairs can be seen stacked outside the Country Kitchen as renovations to the Lampasas eatery continue. Since July 15, the restaurant has been closed so work can be done to improve the dining experience for customers. The Country Kitchen expects to reopen soon on Key Avenue.

sheep and goat auction

News Staff
Thursday, August 22, 2024
The Aug. 15 market report from Mills County Commission Co. follows.Total receipts: 1,717. Previous week: 2,042.Trends: Light kids steady. Slaughter kids steady to $5-$10 higher; slaughter nannies steady; replacement nannies steady.Wool lambs steady.
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