Small-engine course thrives in first year at LMS

Lampasas Middle School students are exploring the automotive world for the first time this school year. Twenty-four eighth-grade students across two class periods are learning the basics of small engines.

BRIEFLY

Those grieving after the death of a loved one are invited to participate in GriefShare, a weekly support group. GriefShare will meet for 13 weeks, from Jan. 23 to April 23 from 5:307:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 402 S. Key Ave., in the fellowship hall’s Heritage Hall classroom.

Woman rescued from cold exposure by good Samaritan and LCSO deputy

The Lampasas County Sheriff’s Office credited the kindness of a good Samaritan and the initiative of one of its own officers for the rescue of a Lampasas County woman stranded in dangerous conditions.  On Friday at 4:02 a.m.

LCSO investigates shooting death

Lampasas County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of a 57-year-old man after his stepson reportedly shot him in a domestic dispute. LCSO deputies responded to the 2100 block of County Road 3790 to a report of a shooting on Thursday afternoon at 1:34 p.m.

Better today than yesterday: stick with those 2024 goals!

EDITOR’S NOTE: Today’s Straight Shooting column grants Dispatch Record contributing writer and Lometa native Mason Hines the opportunity to share his personal journey, the motivations behind improving his health and wellness, and advice he’d like to give those struggling in week three of their New...

Winter Wonderland comes to town

J Hancock Park Municipal Golf Course provided a blank canvas for snowfall on Monday. Golfers usually want low scores at the course, not low temperatures.

Hydroponics program planned for Feb. 10 at Kempner farm

Yield Here Farms will sponsor an “Intro to Hydroponics” program Feb. 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 2662 Snow Rd. in Kempner. Participants will learn about hands-on, do-it-yourself systems, maintenance and nutrients, and commercial systems. Breakfast, lunch and snacks are included.

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Kempner internet tower nears completion

Completion of Kempner’s Altitude ISP internet tower is coming soon, company officials said Wednesday. Development of the tower has been ongoing since early last year.

City announces water leak; boil notice rescinded for those affected by repair

The city of Lampasas announced a water leak Tuesday at 8 a.m. affecting homes and businesses on several county roads within the city limits. A boil water notice issued for an isolated area following the repair was rescinded Thursday at 11:30 a.m.