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ERCOT expects tight grid conditions Tuesday

Alexandria Randolph
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
With the winter storm encompassing the entire state and temperatures forecasted to be colder this evening and into tomorrow morning, ERCOT is asking Texans to conserve electricity use, if safe to do so, Tuesday, Jan. 16, from 6-9 a.m.
COURTESY PHOTO | AARON LUCAS

COURTESY PHOTO | AARON LUCAS

Pilot unharmed after crash Wednesday at airport

Alexandria Randolph
Monday, January 15, 2024
The pilot of a small aircraft was unharmed after his plane crashed on the runway of the Lampasas Municipal Airport Wednesday evening. Lampasas police were notified of the crash at 6:20 p.m. “On Jan. 10, we received an emergency call that there was an airplane crash at our airport,” LPD Patrol Lt.
A fern set upon rocks in a tray minimizes the chance of root rot and increases humidity around the plant. COURTESY PHOTO | MELINDAMYERS.COM

A fern set upon rocks in a tray minimizes the chance of root rot and increases humidity around the plant. COURTESY PHOTO | MELINDAMYERS.COM

Caring for plants overwintering indoors

Melinda Myers
Monday, January 15, 2024
Gardeners are notorious for pushing the limits of their growing zones. Tropical plants, succulents and other plants that are not hardy to the winter climate often end up indoors for the winter.

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South Plans College
Monday, January 15, 2024
Cody Hinson of Lampasas was named to the South Plains College Fall 2023 Dean’s List. Hinson was among more than 700 students who qualified for the recognition. Students must earn a grade-point average of 3.25 or higher and complete a minimum of 12 credit hours to earn the honor.

Lometa students prep for One-Act Play contest

Mason Hines
Monday, January 15, 2024
Lometa High School’s storied One-Act Play program will take the stage once again on March 4, when the school hosts the district contest. The department will be beginning its path to another state contest appearance with a production of the play “Loving” by Peter Manos.

Lampasas officials offer winter weather tips

News Staff
Monday, January 15, 2024
With subfreezing temperatures across Texas starting the week and projected to return this weekend, Lampasas city officials urge citizens to remember the '4' P's' during winter weather events. People, Pets, Pipes and Plants are all vulnerable during cold temperatures.

CATTLE AUCTION

News Staff
Monday, January 15, 2024
The report from the Jan. 10 Lampasas Cattle Auction follows. Cattle and calves: Total cattle 530, compared to 485 last sale and 804 at this time last year. Compared to last sale, feeder steers and heifers were steady. Slaughter cows were $2-$4 higher, and slaughter bulls were steady.

Lometa council advertises open city positions

Cheri Jay-wienecke
Monday, January 15, 2024
Meeting in regular session in City Council Chambers with all members present last week, the Lometa City Council moved quickly through a brief agenda. The council approved an item pertaining to the advertisement of a job vacancy at City Hall.
JOYCESARAH MCCABE | DISPATCH RECORD

JOYCESARAH MCCABE | DISPATCH RECORD

Grand champion steer named

News Staff
Monday, January 15, 2024
The grand champion market steer in the 2024 Lampasas County Youth Livestock Show was awarded to Kari Greiner for her heavyweight entry. Greiner is pictured here with parents Emily and Corey Greiner, and brother Braxton Greiner.
Three generations of the Benny Boyd family will celebrate the local car dealership’s 30th anniversary with a special barbecue for the public on Friday. Pictured here are Benny Boyd Sr., grandson Blaine Boyd and Benny Boyd Jr. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Three generations of the Benny Boyd family will celebrate the local car dealership’s 30th anniversary with a special barbecue for the public on Friday. Pictured here are Benny Boyd Sr., grandson Blaine Boyd and Benny Boyd Jr. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Auto dealership to celebrate 30th anniversary this week

Erick Mitchell
Monday, January 15, 2024
Benny Boyd Dodge-Chrysler-Jeep-Ram is celebrating its 30th anniversary of serving Lampasas County. The dealership started by Benny Boyd Sr. and his son Benny Boyd Jr. has seen consistent success since coming to Lampasas in January 1994. Although the traffic along U.S.
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