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One must be cautious of horses and riders on rural roads. Sadie, Denise, Carlotta and Soleta frequently travel this road as they ride. JOYCESARAH MCCABE | DISPATCH RECORD

One must be cautious of horses and riders on rural roads. Sadie, Denise, Carlotta and Soleta frequently travel this road as they ride. JOYCESARAH MCCABE | DISPATCH RECORD

‘No one can take your place’

According to the National Education Center for Farm Safety, “The 2021 data for the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates that the agricultural sector is still the most dangerous in America ... .

Corix president provides update on Lometa water system

Corix Utilities-Texas President Darrin Barker believes the Lometa Regional Water System is on its way to abiding by requirements set by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. Currently, the Lometa Regional Water System is in violation of the TCEQ’s total trihalomethanes standards.
Kristi Allison and Shannon Martin, at left, address a group of volunteers gathered to prep the trail corridors on Saturday morning. ALEXANDRIA RANDOLPH | DISPATCH RECORD

Kristi Allison and Shannon Martin, at left, address a group of volunteers gathered to prep the trail corridors on Saturday morning. ALEXANDRIA RANDOLPH | DISPATCH RECORD

Group works to establish hike and bike paths at 580 Sports Park

By 9 a.m. Saturday morning, the faint echo of power tools could be heard in the back of the 580 Sports Park. Members from the Lampasas Trails hike and bike group already were at work trimming limbs and brush for the creation of a 7.7-mile trail that is anticipated to see completion by mid-winter.
ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Native American history on display

A Native American spear discovered by Mormon ranchers in Mexico and a water canteen are visible on this vendor’s table at the Indian Artifact & Mineral and Gem Show held Saturday in Lampasas.

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MORE WOMEN’S EVENT MORE, a multi-church women’s ministry, will host its annual event Oct. 9 from 6:30-7:45 p.m. at The Adelphia, 101 FM 580 East. The evening will include refreshments, music and an inspiring message from Debbie Kuker.
Seventh-grade students in Jennifer Baker’s class scan a display for books that may interest them at Lampasas Middle School’s Scholastic Book Fair. erick mitchell | dispatch record

Seventh-grade students in Jennifer Baker’s class scan a display for books that may interest them at Lampasas Middle School’s Scholastic Book Fair. erick mitchell | dispatch record

Book fair palooza this week

Fall Festival on tap in Copperas Cove

Holy Family Catholic Church will hold its annual Fall Festival Sept. 30 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at 1001 Georgetown Rd. in Copperas Cove. A kids’ train ride, games and prizes, vendors, bingo, food and entertainment will be part of the family fun available.

‘Mom Prom’ set for Sept. 29

Lampasas Girl Scout Troops 20001 and 20023 are hosting an ’80s Mom Prom. The event allows mothers to bring their children for a fun dance event. Participants are encouraged to wear their best 1980s-style attire. The Mom Prom will be Sept. 29 from 6-8:30 p.m. at Grace Fellowship Church.

AgriLife Extension Service to offer food handlers’ course Sept. 30

A food handlers’ course accredited by the Texas Department of State Health Services will be offered by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and Lampasas County Extension Family & Community Health Agent Karen DeZarn. The “Food Safety: It’s in Your Hands” training will be Sept. 30 from 1-2:30 p.