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ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Stone work at county courthouse

A cutline that accompanied a photograph of the threshold stone being placed at the courthouse entrance included incorrect information about the workers. Flint Hughes Masonry was responsible for cutting and placing the new stepstone. Hughes is shown here, at right, as the crew cuts through the slab.
The HOP bus offers transportation services within the city of Lampasas. A rural service to the unincorporated parts of the county could be added later this year if funding is available. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

The HOP bus offers transportation services within the city of Lampasas. A rural service to the unincorporated parts of the county could be added later this year if funding is available. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

HOP offers free microtransit fares for July

For the remainder of July, the Hill Country Transit District will offer residents free microtransit rides on “the HOP” bus within Lampasas city limits in an effort to boost ridership.
A bridge on East Avenue H sustained damage during Saturday morning’s heavy rains that pummeled the northeast portion of the city. In addition to debris strewn about the guardrail, pavement on the bridge shows significant damage. Water in the creek remained high. JIM LOWE | DISPATCH RECORD

A bridge on East Avenue H sustained damage during Saturday morning’s heavy rains that pummeled the northeast portion of the city. In addition to debris strewn about the guardrail, pavement on the bridge shows significant damage. Water in the creek remained high. JIM LOWE | DISPATCH RECORD

Rising water forces some residents from their homes

Fast-rising waters fueled by heavy rains that pounded the city flooded portions of northeast Lampasas early Saturday morning, forcing about a dozen residents from their homes.In some cases, people sought refuge on their rooftops.

BRIEFLY

BLOOD DRIVEThe next American Red Cross Community Blood Drive will take place July 15 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the First Street Church of Christ Family Life Center, 201 W. First St.Visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter “lampasascomm” to schedule an appointment.
ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Threshold stone laid at courthouse entrance

Mezger Stone wrapped up its work on the county courthouse by installing a new step stone near the south entrance to the building on June 30. Currently, RKJ Construction is continuing restoration efforts on the upstairs windows.
World Finance recently held a ribbon-cutting event at its new location at 1010 E. Fourth St. in Lampasas. Holding the ceremonial scissors is Branch Manager Michelle Blankenship. She is joined by World Finance employees and management, as well as Chamber of Commerce staff and board members

World Finance recently held a ribbon-cutting event at its new location at 1010 E. Fourth St. in Lampasas. Holding the ceremonial scissors is Branch Manager Michelle Blankenship. She is joined by World Finance employees and management, as well as Chamber of Commerce staff and board members

Enjoying a day at the National Mall in April 2021 are Erick Mitchell and his wife, Emma, at left, and Mitchell’s parents, Gina and Bruce Mitchell of San Antonio.

Enjoying a day at the National Mall in April 2021 are Erick Mitchell and his wife, Emma, at left, and Mitchell’s parents, Gina and Bruce Mitchell of San Antonio.

Celebrating our nation’s story this Fourth of July

For more than a year, I called Washington, D.C. my home and the National Mall my “happy place.”The National Mall is a two-mile-long park located near downtown Washington, D.C.
Volunteers with the non-profit group Forward Lampasas have worked diligently to clear Sulphur Creek of invasive plants and trash that had accumulated along the banks. The group has a three-year timeline to create a developed trail along the creek that will extend from Western to Fourth Street. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Volunteers with the non-profit group Forward Lampasas have worked diligently to clear Sulphur Creek of invasive plants and trash that had accumulated along the banks. The group has a three-year timeline to create a developed trail along the creek that will extend from Western to Fourth Street. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Residents offer thoughts on Forward Lampasas project

Forward Lampasas showcased its progress in cleaning up Sulphur Creek to hundreds of Lampasas residents at last Friday’s community fish fry. So far, Lampasans seem to be rallying around the project.