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Zach Carnley has requalified as a Certified Funeral Service Practitioner. COURTESY PHOTO

Zach Carnley has requalified as a Certified Funeral Service Practitioner. COURTESY PHOTO

ACADEMY OF PROFESSIONAL FUNERAL SERVICE PRACTICE

News Staff
Thursday, January 6, 2022
Zachary Clayton Carnley, CFSP, funeral director/embalmer and owner of Sneed Funeral Chapel in Lampasas, recently qualified for recertification of the designation of Certified Funeral Service Practitioner by the Academy of Professional Funeral Service Practice.
Kempner Iron and Metal manager Walter Gibson, center, holds his Impression Award. He is pictured with city officials, from left, Councilman Dan Long, Mayor John Wilkerson and Councilman Tom Combs. CITY OF KEMPNER FACEBOOK PAGE

Kempner Iron and Metal manager Walter Gibson, center, holds his Impression Award. He is pictured with city officials, from left, Councilman Dan Long, Mayor John Wilkerson and Councilman Tom Combs. CITY OF KEMPNER FACEBOOK PAGE

Kempner officials close out year with Impression Awards

Monique Brand
Thursday, January 6, 2022
Although Kempner city officials did not hold a final 2021 council meeting on Dec. 14, they did close out the year by recognizing several residents and business owners who gave back to the community.

Next Lampasas community blood drive set for Jan. 31

News Staff
Thursday, January 6, 2022
The first American Red Cross blood drive of the year will be Jan. 31 from 11:30 a.m.to 5:30 p.m. at First Street Church of Christ, 201 W. First Street in Lampasas. Blood drive leader Wanda Lang said there is a serious shortage of blood right now.

COLLEGE HONORS

News Staff
Thursday, January 6, 2022
SAM HOUSTON STATE UNIVERSITY Two students from Kempner received degrees during the 2021 fall semester at Sam Houston State University. Cristian Alejandro earned a Bachelor of Science in health care administration. Dalton Penick earned a Bachelor of Science in animal health.
Those who have a disabled veteran license tag with the ISA symbol are eligible to use parking spaces reserved for persons with disabilities. monique brand | dispatch record

Those who have a disabled veteran license tag with the ISA symbol are eligible to use parking spaces reserved for persons with disabilities. monique brand | dispatch record

New rules affect disabled veteran plates, online registration

Monique Brand
Monday, January 3, 2022
With the new year, new rules from the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles are in effect. The agency announced two new laws that will affect drivers, starting this year.
Bob Stewart, owner of Bob’s Discount Fireworks, looks on from inside his stand as he awaits patrons this week. MASON HINES | DISPATCH RECORD

Bob Stewart, owner of Bob’s Discount Fireworks, looks on from inside his stand as he awaits patrons this week. MASON HINES | DISPATCH RECORD

Fireworks safety is part of celebrating the new year

Mason Hines
Thursday, December 30, 2021
Saturday will mark the beginning of a new year, and one way to celebrate is with fireworks. Lampasas County residents should prepare well before using fireworks to avoid a serious or possibly fatal accident.

Consider making a gardening resolution for 2022

Melinda Myers
Thursday, December 30, 2021
The New Year is filled with resolutions that usually involve dieting and exercise. Gardening is a great way to help accomplish these two resolutions, while also improving your mood, reducing blood pressure, maintaining flexibility, burning calories and much more.
Part of Day One Fitness member Patrick Thompson’s workout routine includes arm curls. The 65-year-old is one of many Lampasans who strive to stay fit year round. MONIQUE BRAND | DISPATCH RECORD

Part of Day One Fitness member Patrick Thompson’s workout routine includes arm curls. The 65-year-old is one of many Lampasans who strive to stay fit year round. MONIQUE BRAND | DISPATCH RECORD

‘New year, new me’: Gym owner encourages positive outlook to fitness

Monique Brand
Monday, December 27, 2021
It’s that time of year when one’s Inbox includes a chirpy email that reads: “Beat the New Year’s resolution rush,” along with an invitation to join a fitness class at the gym. This serves as a reminder to many of us who vow that this is the year to become better versions of ourselves.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

News Staff
Thursday, December 23, 2021
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