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Texas Legato Winery earns awards

News Staff

Thursday, March 18, 2021

Texas Legato Winery in Lampasas received multiple awards in the 2021 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition. Texas Legato was awarded a Gold Medal for its Sweet Peggy Sue wine in the white/dessert/late harvest category.

Residents within the income limits shown above can apply for Habitat for Humanity assistance. COURTESY GRAPHIC

Residents can receive help through Habitat for Humanity, Council of Governments

News Staff

Thursday, March 18, 2021

Kempner City Manager David C. Williams II recently shared information about resources for area residents in need of assistance. Following are details about two programs he highlighted.

Catherine Hill

THE CITADEL

News Staff

Thursday, March 18, 2021

Catherine Hill of Kempner is among the nearly 1,400 cadets and students recognized for their academic achievements during the fall 2020 semester at The Citadel.

Garden club members make plans for annual flower show

News Staff

Thursday, March 18, 2021

The Lometa L-M Garden and Civic Club held its March meeting on March 15 at the club building in Lometa. Garden club member Janie Potts gave the prayer before the meeting started. President Faye Asbury called the meeting to order.

Terry McBride (courtesy photo)

McBride & the Ride reunites; singer released tribute ‘Lampasas Lady’ on recent solo album

News Staff

Wednesday, March 17, 2021

Close to 20 years after disbanding, McBride and the Ride is reuniting for a 2021 country music tour.

Kempner holding contest to pick new city slogan

News Staff

Tuesday, March 16, 2021

The city of Kempner is seeking public participation in a competition to pick a new city slogan.

Lampasas High School student Saydie Smith, left, cuts plywood using a circular saw as David Jacobs looks on. MONIQUE BRAND | DISPATCH RECORD

Church youth group spend spring break serving throughout community

Monique Brand

Monday, March 15, 2021

While some Central Texas teenagers spent the weekend kicking off spring break at the nearest beach, a local church group banded together with other organizations to lend a hand.

Casino Night canceled

News Staff

Monday, March 15, 2021

The Lampasas County Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center, Kiwanis Club of Lampasas and Lampasas Lions Club have announced they will cancel the 2021 Lampasas County Casino Night.

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Concert at Putters & Gutters draws big crowd

News Staff

Monday, March 15, 2021

Central Texas native Kyle Park plays for a packed house in a concert Saturday night at Putters & Gutters Fun Center. The 675 tickets sold were the most for a concert so far, said Deanna Juarez, who handles bookings for Putters & Gutters.

Appointment schedule is full for Tax Aide program

News Staff

Monday, March 15, 2021

Tax Aide-certified volunteers have been available this year to help individuals with their income tax preparation. This free service, however, has now completely filled its appointment schedule, and no additional appointments will be offered this spring.

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