Bank issues customer alert about potential security risk

Officials with First Texas Bank said they have received a number of calls from concerned customers, indicating they have been contacted on their cell phones by individuals posing as bank representatives.

Property values deemed sufficient to meet state requirements for appraisal

Susan Jones, chief appraiser for the Lampasas Central Appraisal District, announced last week that the district passed the recent Property Value Study done by the state comptroller.

Singing Men to perform in Killeen

The North Central chapter of the Singing Men of Texas will hold a concert Thursday at 7 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Killeen, 3310 WS Young Dr. The North Central chapter is one of six regional groups that make up the Singing Men of Texas.

FFA members place well in Ag Mechanics competition

Lampasas FFA members Jonathan Harris and Jaycee Lockhart earned blue ribbons for their agricultural mechanics projects at the San Angelo Stock Show. Blue, red and white ribbons are awarded for quality and presentation of students’ projects. Blue represents the highest award.

Williams urges DOJ to keep drugs off nation’s streets

Congressman Roger Williams (TX-25) sent a letter this week to Attorney General Merrick Garland criticizing the Biden administration’s plans to develop taxpayerfunded “safe injection sites” for opioid users across the country.

#Fitcouple: shedding light on the ‘hot couple’ stereotype

Valentine’s Day is a holiday that sheds light on our closest, intimate relationships. Sometimes that light can be glowing, and sometimes it can be harsh. In honor of Valentine’s Day, I want to take a moment to examine the couples trend that is sweeping social media, for better or for worse.

Student exhibits lamb at Fort Worth show

Brylie Turner, a 4-H member from Kempner, captured Reserve Champion Dorset Ram honors at the 2022 Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo on Jan. 30. The 2022 show is hosting junior exhibitors from across Texas competing for awards and more than $32,790 in Junior Breeding Sheep premiums. COURTESY PHOTO

Hanna Springs Elementary School

Hanna Springs Elementary School took on a white appearance late last week, as sleet and snow descended on east Lampasas and other parts of the city. Schools were closed for two days. courtesy photo

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