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News Staff
Thursday, September 7, 2023
bingo, 10 a.m. Lampasas Multi-Service Center, 901 S. Live Oak. Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m. St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, Fourth Street and Chestnut. classics at the classic car show, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Storm’s Drive-in back parking lot, 201 N. Key Ave.

Church prepares for Fall Fest

News Staff
Thursday, September 7, 2023
Holy Family Catholic Church will hold its annual Fall Festival Sept. 30 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. The church is located at 1001 Georgetown Rd. in Copperas Cove. A kids’ train ride, games and prizes, vendors, bingo and “touch a fire truck” will be part of the family fun available.
Artifact show slated this

Artifact show slated this

Artifact show slated this month

News Staff
Thursday, September 7, 2023
The old middle school cafeteria on Western Avenue will be the site this year for the Sept. 23 Indian Artifact & Mineral and Gem Show. Vision Lampasas sponsors the annual show.

Single-vehicle wreck injures motorcyclist

News Staff
Thursday, September 7, 2023
A Lampasas motorcyclist was injured in a singlevehicle wreck Sunday morning. Lampasas Police Department officials said the wreck was reported at 2:31 a.m. in the 300 block of Supple Drive, a residential area. LPD Patrol Lt.

ARRESTS

News Staff
Thursday, September 7, 2023
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.
Residents await the opening of Wednesday’s public hearings on the 2023-2024 county tax rate and budget. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Residents await the opening of Wednesday’s public hearings on the 2023-2024 county tax rate and budget. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

County tax rate drops to lowest level since 2003

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, September 7, 2023
In a called meeting that followed two short public hearings, the Lampasas County Commissioners Court approved its 2023-2024 fiscal-year budget Wednesday evening. This year’s general fund expenditures total $11.1 million, an 8% increase from a year ago.
Local pastor Rick Willis has connected with other typewriter enthusiasts through social media. He is part of a diverse Facebook group called Austin Typewriter Ink and has participated in “type-in” events as pictured here. COURTESY PHOTO

Local pastor Rick Willis has connected with other typewriter enthusiasts through social media. He is part of a diverse Facebook group called Austin Typewriter Ink and has participated in “type-in” events as pictured here. COURTESY PHOTO

Pastor discovers old-school charm of typewriters

Anna Sylvestre
Thursday, September 7, 2023
In seeking efficiency, Rick Willis discovered a hobby that brings him closer to peace and spirituality. For Willis, pastor of First Baptist Church in Lampasas, writing is a crucial part of his job.
Kempner Water Supply Corp. members fill the room during last month’s board meeting. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Kempner Water Supply Corp. members fill the room during last month’s board meeting. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

KWSC provides answers to questions from members

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, September 7, 2023
The Kemper Water Supply Corp. has issued a list of responses to address member inquiries that came at the monthly board of directors meeting held Aug. 23.

BRIEFLY

Pilots Association
Thursday, September 7, 2023
The quarterly meeting of the Lampasas Pilots Association will be held at 8 a.m. Saturday at Putters & Gutters Fun Center in Lampasas, in the back dining room. The meeting is open to all pilots and aviation enthusiasts, including those interested in drone aircraft.
High school names Homecoming Court nominees

High school names Homecoming Court nominees

High school names Homecoming Court nominees

News Staff
Thursday, September 7, 2023
The Homecoming king and queen will be crowned tonight at halftime of the Badger football game. These 12 seniors have been named to the court. Front row left to right are Katlynn Bull, Lilee Hamill, Keely Carl, Saydalee Walker, Reagan McDonald and Kenzie Roberts.
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