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ServPro representatives assisted with water removal in the county annex offices and set up fans to help dry the areas flooded over the weekend by a malfunctioning drinking fountain. erick mitchell | dispatch record

ServPro representatives assisted with water removal in the county annex offices and set up fans to help dry the areas flooded over the weekend by a malfunctioning drinking fountain. erick mitchell | dispatch record

Water fountain floods offices at county annex

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, May 2, 2024
A second-story water fountain turned geyser flooded the Lampasas County Office Building over the weekend, affecting several offices in the annex.According to County Judge Hoyer, the water fountain started to malfunction around mid-morning on Saturday, based on video footage.
Joe Adams has served the Lampasas Fire Department in various capacities for 40 years. COURTESY PHOTO

Joe Adams has served the Lampasas Fire Department in various capacities for 40 years. COURTESY PHOTO

Adams takes chief position for Lampasas Fire Department

Alexandria Randolph
Thursday, May 2, 2024
A longtime Lampasas firefighter officially took the chief’s seat last week.Joe Adams, a 40-year firefighter, was promoted to Lampasas fire chief to take the position vacated by Jeff Smith on Jan. 19.

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Presentation Of Lamar Medals
Thursday, May 2, 2024
Saratoga Lodge #546 will host an open meeting May 9 at 7 p.m. for presentation of the Mirabeau B. Lamar Scholastic Awards. The public is invited to attend.The lodge is located at 1209 Central Texas Expy. in Lampasas.
Taylor Creek Elementary recently celebrated Month of the Military Child. Students took place in several events as well as an essay contest. courtesy photo |Taylor Creek elementary

Taylor Creek Elementary recently celebrated Month of the Military Child. Students took place in several events as well as an essay contest. courtesy photo |Taylor Creek elementary

Taylor Creek campus hosts ‘Month of the Military Child’

News Staff
Monday, April 29, 2024
Taylor Creek Elementary School staff dedicated themselves to celebrating the Month of the Military Child, showcasing its strong commitment to supporting the unique needs of military families within the community.
COURTESY PHOTO

COURTESY PHOTO

Fire chief gets his pin

News Staff
Monday, April 29, 2024
Barbara Adams assists her husband at a pinning ceremony last week in City Council Chambers. Joseph Adams officially takes over as chief of the Lampasas Fire Department after serving several months in an interim capacity.
ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH DISPATCH A view from one of the windows in the upstairs courtroom shows rotten wood. This is just one of the many windows Lampasas County Judge Randy Hoyer has noticed in need of repairs. The Lampasas County Commisioners Court discussed courthouse renovations in a workshop on April 22.

ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH DISPATCH A view from one of the windows in the upstairs courtroom shows rotten wood. This is just one of the many windows Lampasas County Judge Randy Hoyer has noticed in need of repairs. The Lampasas County Commisioners Court discussed courthouse renovations in a workshop on April 22.

Commissioners Court considers renovation needs for county courthouse

Erick Mitchell
Monday, April 29, 2024
The Lampasas County Commissioners Court is pondering renovations to the historic downtown courthouse. Commissioners discussed the idea during a facilities workshop that followed their regular meeting last week.
ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Staying in the saddle at Riata Roundup Rodeo

News Staff
Monday, April 29, 2024
Scott McClellan works to hold on during Friday’s Ranch Bronc competition at the Riata Roundup Rodeo. Rains earlier in the day made the arena quite muddy, but that didn’t deter the participants from offering a good show. For more photos, see page 3.
Candidates vie for Lometa City Council seats

Candidates vie for Lometa City Council seats

Candidates vie for Lometa City Council seats

Alexandria Randolph
Monday, April 29, 2024
Early voting for Lampasas and Lometa school board trustees plus Lometa City Council members will continue through 7 p.m. today.The Lampasas ISD Board of Trustees has one contested race, and the Lometa ISD board has two positions up for election.
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