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City of Kempner to hold school supply drive Saturday

News Staff
Thursday, August 5, 2021
On Saturday from 9 to 11 a.m. at Kempner City Hall, staff will be distributing over $2,000 in donated school supplies and toiletries to anyone who needs. City Manager David Williams said through a news release, the city is not requiring any income or address verification.
The Hancock Springs Free-Flow Area will remain open only on weekends for the remainder of the summer season. With the city short of staff, pool hours and schedules have been adjusted. FILE PHOTO

The Hancock Springs Free-Flow Area will remain open only on weekends for the remainder of the summer season. With the city short of staff, pool hours and schedules have been adjusted. FILE PHOTO

Lampasas releases end of 2021 pool season schedule

News Staff
Monday, August 2, 2021
Due to limited availability of lifeguards, both city pools have adjusted schedules. At press time, Hanna Springs Pool is closed for the season, yet staff will honor parties that are scheduled to occur after July 31.
Cheryl Ann Hall

Cheryl Ann Hall

Lampasan receives scholarship

News Staff
Monday, August 2, 2021
Cheryl Ann Hall of Lampasas has been awarded the Achieving Your Dreams Scholarship at Northcentral University in La Jolla, California. This award will help support her pursuit of a doctorate in marriage and family therapy with a specialization in child and adolescent therapy at NCU.

Klose family to celebrate its 100th reunion this Saturday

News Staff
Monday, August 2, 2021
The Klose family will hold its reunion Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the First Street Church of Christ fellowship hall, 201 W. First St. in Lampasas. Family members will be celebrating the 100th year of the reunion, which has been held annually in Lampasas County, according to a spokesman.
Kempner Mayor John Wilkerson, center, honors Lampasas County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Raymond Barrera, left, and Interim Chief of Police Heriberto “Eddie” Rodriguez during the Kempner City Council’s meeting July 27. CITY OF KEMPNER FACEBOOK

Kempner Mayor John Wilkerson, center, honors Lampasas County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Raymond Barrera, left, and Interim Chief of Police Heriberto “Eddie” Rodriguez during the Kempner City Council’s meeting July 27. CITY OF KEMPNER FACEBOOK

Kempner honors police chief, sheriff’s deputy

News Staff
Monday, August 2, 2021
During the Kempner City Council’s meeting July 27, Mayor John Wilkerson presented special recognition to Interim Chief of Police Heriberto “Eddie” Rodriguez and Lampasas County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Raymond Barrera for their work to solve a recent burglary.
Chris Murrell takes in the view from the ridge line of Peak One in Summit County, Colorado. ALEXANDRIA RANDOLPH MURRELL | COURTESY PHOTO

Chris Murrell takes in the view from the ridge line of Peak One in Summit County, Colorado. ALEXANDRIA RANDOLPH MURRELL | COURTESY PHOTO

A love letter to Fitness

Straight Shooting On Health By Alexandria Randolph
Thursday, July 29, 2021
Health and fitness professionals admittedly forget to take our own advice sometimes. We forget the reasons behind what we profess day to day: eat right, exercise, get plenty of sleep, drink plenty of water … We get so wrapped up in giving good advice that we forget the “why.”
The Kiwanis Club will place an American flag outside each business sponsor for observances such as Veterans Day and Fourth of July. The fundraiser will benefit local youth. file photo

The Kiwanis Club will place an American flag outside each business sponsor for observances such as Veterans Day and Fourth of July. The fundraiser will benefit local youth. file photo

Kiwanis Club initiates flag project

News Staff
Thursday, July 29, 2021
The Kiwanis Club of Lampasas is offering businesses an opportunity to show their patriotism. For a sponsorship of $45 per year, the Kiwanis Club will place an American flag at the business for Veterans Day and Fourth of July recognition.

Benefit fashion show planned

News Staff
Thursday, July 29, 2021
The Snow Queens will host a fashion show Aug. 14 from 1-3 p.m. at First United Methodist Church’s Wesley Hall, 2 Alexander in Lampasas. The show will benefit New Beginning of Restoration and Hope Resource Center.
The Jones Florist storefront is shown before its recent update. MONIQUE BRAND | DISPATCH RECORD

The Jones Florist storefront is shown before its recent update. MONIQUE BRAND | DISPATCH RECORD

Heritage Funeral Homes buys Jones Florist

Monique Brand
Monday, July 26, 2021
Last week, the Jones Florist storefront got a facelift … and a new owner. Heritage Funeral Homes now owns the longtime floral business and has renamed it Heritage Flower Shop.
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