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Teagan Eicher, 5, poses with the 27-inch fish she caught during KidFish on Friday evening. She is pictured here with her father, Derrick Eicher. ADAM BARRIOS | DISPATCH RECORD

Teagan Eicher, 5, poses with the 27-inch fish she caught during KidFish on Friday evening. She is pictured here with her father, Derrick Eicher. ADAM BARRIOS | DISPATCH RECORD

KidFish event held at Sulphur Creek

Adam Barrios
Thursday, June 15, 2023
Summer fun was in full effect over the weekend, as the city of Lampasas Parks and Recreation Department hosted a KidFish and Camping in the Park event last Friday and Saturday at W.M. Brook Park. The event began at 5:30 p.m. Friday with registration and safety information.
The 1859 Lampasas County land patent map. Obviously, the land surveyors were picking the land along the creeks and rivers first. Ten years later, there were no vacancies left. University of North texas - The Portal to Texas History

The 1859 Lampasas County land patent map. Obviously, the land surveyors were picking the land along the creeks and rivers first. Ten years later, there were no vacancies left. University of North texas - The Portal to Texas History

Surveying the land

Jeff Jackson
Thursday, June 15, 2023
Staking a claim and recording property boundaries brought numerous challenges -- some deadly Editor’s note: Lampasas historian Jeff Jackson has researched a number of history topics.

class reunions

News Staff
Thursday, June 15, 2023
Class of 1983 Lampasas High School Class of 1983 will hold its 40-year reunion on July 8 at 175 Private Road 3020 in Lampasas. The schedule of events: Friday, July 7 will be set-up day, so come on out. Carl Johnson will grill some snacks. On Saturday, July 8, meet at Curves (215 E. Third St.
courtesy photo | Gail Eltgroth Browning Community Garden Club members are joined by Lily Springs Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center residents as they plant new items in the raised garden beds at the center.

courtesy photo | Gail Eltgroth Browning Community Garden Club members are joined by Lily Springs Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center residents as they plant new items in the raised garden beds at the center.

Browning Club celebrates National Garden Week

News Staff
Thursday, June 15, 2023
During the first full week of June each year, National Garden Clubs across the country celebrate National Garden Week. The week is set aside as an opportunity to encourage pride in the community, interest new members and work with other groups.
courtesy photo

courtesy photo

Stocking the creek with fish

News Staff
Thursday, June 15, 2023
City crews add fish to Sulphur Creek in advance of the KidFish and camping in the park event last weekend at W.M. Brook Park.

community calendar

News Staff
Thursday, June 15, 2023
We would like to help get your group’s event(s) listed in the Dispatch Record Calendar. The listing of community events and meetings is free. Calendar items must be in writing. Email to news@lampasas. com, or mail to: Calendar Lampasas Dispatch Record P.O.
erick mitchell | dispatch record

erick mitchell | dispatch record

Historical commission recognized for its work

News Staff
Thursday, June 15, 2023
During Monday’s Lampasas County Commissioners Court meeting, County Judge Randy Hoyer presented members of the Lampasas County Historical Commission with a Distinguished Service Award from the Texas Historical Commission.

arrests

News Staff
Thursday, June 15, 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.
Adam Barrios | dispatch record During Wednesday’s Annual Lampasas Hiring Event, job seekers stopped by tables to visit with representatives from Workforce Solutions of Central Texas, Texas Department of Transportation, Texas Department of Criminal Justice and other potential employers.

Adam Barrios | dispatch record During Wednesday’s Annual Lampasas Hiring Event, job seekers stopped by tables to visit with representatives from Workforce Solutions of Central Texas, Texas Department of Transportation, Texas Department of Criminal Justice and other potential employers.

Employers highlight options at job fair

Adam Barrios
Thursday, June 15, 2023
The Annual Lampasas Hiring Event took place Wednesday at the Calvert Municipal Building in downtown Lampasas. The event sought to bring in a variety of employers from several industries with employment opportunities available for local residents.
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