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Library hosts NASA official today

News Staff
Thursday, April 4, 2024
Lampasas Public Library will host an outof- this-world experience this afternoon at 5 p.m. in advance of the total solar eclipse.Dive into the mysteries of the universe with a special presentation by a NASA scientist. The presentation titled “What is the Solar Corona and How Does it Affect Earth?

ARRESTS

News Staff
Thursday, April 4, 2024
The following arrests were reported to the Lampasas Dispatch Record by area law enforcement officials. The Dispatch Record prints the name and charge(s) of people arrested on at least one Class B misdemeanor – or more serious – charge.
Snake volunteer Mac Pauly offers Lometa resident Ponice Medders a closer look of Saturday’s rattlesnake attraction. For more photos from the Diamondback Jubilee and rodeo results, see page 3. MASON HINES | DISPATCH RECORD

Snake volunteer Mac Pauly offers Lometa resident Ponice Medders a closer look of Saturday’s rattlesnake attraction. For more photos from the Diamondback Jubilee and rodeo results, see page 3. MASON HINES | DISPATCH RECORD

Snakes slither at Diamondback Jubilee

News Staff
Thursday, April 4, 2024
U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Leroy C. Cloud, who died in combat on July 26, 1944, has been waiting in a grave in France marked as an unknown soldier. The native Texan's remains have now been identified, and he will be buried in Texas soil with full military honors 80 years after his death. COURTESY PHOTO

U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Leroy C. Cloud, who died in combat on July 26, 1944, has been waiting in a grave in France marked as an unknown soldier. The native Texan's remains have now been identified, and he will be buried in Texas soil with full military honors 80 years after his death. COURTESY PHOTO

World War II soldier with ties to Lampasas will be laid to rest 80 years after his death

Joycesarah Mccabe
Thursday, April 4, 2024
The family of Army Staff Sgt. Leroy C. Cloud finally has received answers after 80 years of questions.Lampasas resident Janice Cloud Dishman-Skains is a niece of Cloud and said she grew up hearing stories about her uncle.
Students in the World Changer group at Hanna Springs Elementary School were recognized for their leadership at the campus during Monday’s meeting of the Lampasas Independent School District Board of Trustees. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Students in the World Changer group at Hanna Springs Elementary School were recognized for their leadership at the campus during Monday’s meeting of the Lampasas Independent School District Board of Trustees. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

School board receives attendance reports, eclipse security updates

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, April 4, 2024
The Lampasas Independent School District Board of Trustees’ meeting Monday had few action items. Nonetheless, board members received enrollment and attendance updates, along with reports on eclipse preparedness steps that have been undertaken.

BRIEFLY

News Staff
Thursday, April 4, 2024
KINDERGARTEN ROUNDUPThe Lampasas ISD will hold registration for pre-K and kindergarten students on April 10 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. at each of the elementary campuses: Hanna Springs, Kline Whitis and Taylor Creek schools.
Celebrating Lampasas, a community united in progress

Celebrating Lampasas, a community united in progress

Celebrating Lampasas, a community united in progress

News Staff
Monday, April 1, 2024
Dear citizens of Lampasas, It is with immense pride and gratitude that I extend my warmest greetings to each and every one of you. As mayor of this wonderful city, I am continually inspired by the dedication, resilience and unwavering spirit that define the fabric of our community.

Green Thumb program to focus on mushrooms

News Staff
Monday, April 1, 2024
Highland Lakes Master Gardener Association invites area residents to come hear about the world of mushrooms at its next Green Thumb Program.Ricky and Lisa Grant, owners of Enchanted Mushrooms in Llano, will present “The Nature of Mushrooms.
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