Longtime Justice of the Peace Andrew Garcia Jr. took some time for photos Monday before clearing his office. Garcia, who served in the Precinct 1 seat for 14 years, retired Sept. 30. MONIQUE BRAND | DISPATCH RECORD
Garcia was honored with a plaque for his years in service with the county. MONIQUE BRAND | DISPATCH RECORD
EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the first of a series of feature stories highlighting Hispanic residents in the community during Hispanic Heritage Month. Hispanic Heritage Month runs from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15.
In 2007, Andrew Garcia Jr. made history as the first Hispanic elected in Lampasas County. Fourteen years later, he is calling an end to his career as a justice of the peace.
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