Life

Fundraiser account set up for Army mom, baby

News Staff
Thursday, March 10, 2022
A former Lampasas resident has established a GoFundMe account to assist a fellow Lampasas High School graduate and her newborn who both have been hospitalized after an emergency delivery this week. Emily Mendez, Class of 2013, is deployed to the border with the U.S. Army and is stationed in Laredo.

Teddy Bear Tea Party planned for April 2

News Staff
Thursday, March 10, 2022
The Lampasas County Museum’s annual Teddy Bear Tea Party will be held April 2 at 2 p.m at the museum, 303 S. Western Ave. This event is for children ages 4 to 8. Participants should meet at the museum before 2 p.m. A hands-on quilt activity will be available to work on while waiting.
STRAIGHT SHOOTING ON HEALTH BY ALEXANDRIA RANDOLPH MURRELL

STRAIGHT SHOOTING ON HEALTH BY ALEXANDRIA RANDOLPH MURRELL

Stretching exercises pay benefits for seniors

Alexandria Randolph Murrell
Monday, March 7, 2022
In dealing with my senior clients, the one complaint I heard most often was, “I just can’t move like I used to!” That’s true. As we age, we lose a little bit of muscle and tendon flexibility naturally, however we can maintain a lot of it with exercise and stretching.
The Rev. Dr. Ricky Sanderford has been named district superintendent of the Hill Country and West districts, Rio Texas Conference of the United Methodist Church. COURTESY PHOTO

The Rev. Dr. Ricky Sanderford has been named district superintendent of the Hill Country and West districts, Rio Texas Conference of the United Methodist Church. COURTESY PHOTO

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News Staff
Monday, March 7, 2022
Bishop Robert Schnase of the Rio Texas Conference of the United Methodist Church has announced the appointment of the Rev. Dr. Ricky Sanderford to the church cabinet. Sanderford will serve as district superintendent of the Hill Country and West districts.
Tim and Kathy McPherson pose by their fifth-wheel RV that they have named “Grace.” ALEXANDRIA RANDOLPH | DISPATCH RECORD

Tim and Kathy McPherson pose by their fifth-wheel RV that they have named “Grace.” ALEXANDRIA RANDOLPH | DISPATCH RECORD

Living in grace: Lampasans discuss their RV lifestyle

Alexandria Randolph
Thursday, March 3, 2022
Whether one lives on the road, in town, is an introvert or a socialite, three Lampasas residents said that RV living features highlights for every lifestyle. Tim and Kathy McPherson became full-time RV residents after leaving their 4,500-square-foot, six-bedroom rental home in San Antonio.
Lampasas FFA members who attended Texas FFA Day at the Capitol are, from left, Kayla McManus, Abriana Flores, Jonathan Harris, Zechariah Randall, Emily Brister, Hayley Finley and Juliana Dwamena. COURTESY PHOTO

Lampasas FFA members who attended Texas FFA Day at the Capitol are, from left, Kayla McManus, Abriana Flores, Jonathan Harris, Zechariah Randall, Emily Brister, Hayley Finley and Juliana Dwamena. COURTESY PHOTO

State Capitol hosts FFA members

News Staff
Monday, February 28, 2022
Seven Lampasas FFA members were among the more than 100 FFA students from across the state who participated in Texas FFA Day at the Capitol on Feb. 22.
Seed-starting trays are reusable and make it easy to pop out young seedlings without damaging the plant’s roots. COURTESY PHOTO | GARDENERS SUPPLY CO.

Seed-starting trays are reusable and make it easy to pop out young seedlings without damaging the plant’s roots. COURTESY PHOTO | GARDENERS SUPPLY CO.

Save money and boost your seed-starting success

Melinda Myers
Monday, February 28, 2022
Boost your success, save money and reduce plastic waste when starting plants from seeds this year. The options are many, so you are sure to find one that works for you. Reuse plastic containers for starting plants from seeds.
March 2 is Texas Independence Day. FILE PHOTO

March 2 is Texas Independence Day. FILE PHOTO

Texas History Quiz answers given

News Staff
Monday, February 28, 2022
The Lampasas County Historical Commission provided a Texas History Quiz last week to help residents observe Texas Independence Day. Answers to the questions follow. 1. Who is known as “the father of Texas”? Stephen F. Austin 2. In what year did Texas become an independent republic? 1836 3.
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