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courtesy photo Ava Rojas of the Lampasas FFA chapter was the 10th-high individual in the Teach Ag Contest.

Lampasas FFA places fifth in state Teach Ag Contest

News Staff

Monday, July 14, 2025

Abigail Justice, Ava Rojas, Leah Walker and Michaela White, all members of the Lampasas FFA chapter, captured fifth place in the Teach Ag Contest at the 97th annual Texas FFA State Convention held June 30 through July 4.Rojas was 10th-high individual in the Teach Ag Contest among all contestants...

Class reunion

News Staff

Monday, July 14, 2025

class of 2005The Lampasas High School Class of 2005 will hold its20-year reunion on Oct. 18. Classmates can visit lhs2005. com for more information.

Earning their Lone Star FFA Degree are, from left, Lampasas chapter members Daren Tristan, Janie Turner, Ava Rojas, Jacie Resa and Chandler Boultinghouse. Their FFA adviser is Judy Hail. courtesy photo

FFA members receive Lone Star Degree

News Staff

Monday, July 14, 2025

Chandler Boultinghouse, Jacie Resa, Ava Rojas, Daren Tristan and Janie Turner of the Lampasas FFA Chapter each were awarded the Lone Star FFA Degree at the 97th annual Texas FFA State Convention held June 30 through July 4.The Lone Star FFA Degree is the highest degree bestowed by the Texas FFA.The...

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Front row seat to County Fair results

News Staff

Monday, July 14, 2025

This painted chair received recognition at the annual Lampasas County Fair last week. Contest winners in each category will be published in an upcoming edition of the Dispatch Record.

Diane Hurst pauses for a photo in London. She has enjoyed traveling while abroad. courtesy photo

Hurst on a mission to spread Christ’s love in Kosovo

Erick Mitchell

Thursday, July 10, 2025

More than 5,000 miles away from the Lone Star State, Diane Hurst is spreading her love for Jesus Christ in Kosovo.Hurst, a 2019 Lampasas High School graduate and former Lady Badger basketball star, has been nestled in the Balkan Peninsula since the start of the year as a disciple-maker with Greater...

Soaker hoses and drip irrigation save water by applying moisture directly to the soil where it is needed. courtesy photo | melindamyers.com

Gardening in extreme heat takes extra care

Melinda Myers

Thursday, July 10, 2025

The recent heat wave that swept across much of the country is a good reminder to take extra care of our plants and ourselves as temperatures climb.

All kinds of vintage, classic cars were on display for motor vehicle enthusiasts at the Sulphur Creek Car Cruise. ADAM BARRIOS | DISPATCH RECORD

Sulphur Creek Car Cruise results are in!

News Staff

Monday, July 7, 2025

The Sulphur Creek Car Cruise drew 110 entries, nine burnout competitors and 12 vehicles that participated on the parade lap, visiting local nursing homes.The competition results follow.Best of Show: Arvel Hathcock, 1969 Chevrolet Camaro.Best of Show Runnerup: Willie Thomas, 1968 Pontiac GTO.Best...

CLASS REUNIONS

Class Of 1980

Monday, July 7, 2025

The Lampasas High School Class of 1980 will gather on the patio (indoors) at Putters & Gutters Fun Center, 2341 South U.S. Highway 281 in Lampasas, on July 12 from 12:30-3 p.m. Everyone is on their own for food and alcoholic beverages.Water and tea will be available.For more information, email...

Orchid Davis Age: 5 Parents: Richard and Kayla

CORRECTION

News Staff

Monday, July 7, 2025

DavisThe photos of two Little Miss Spring Ho pageant contestants were mislabeled inadvertently in the July 4 edition of the Dispatch Record.The correct photos and biographical information are listed here.The Spring Ho Beauty Pageant July 7 will select winners in both the Little Miss contest and...

Women in Agriculture Conference registration now open

News Staff

Monday, July 7, 2025

Registration is now open for the 3rd Annual Women in Agriculture Conference set for Sept. 9-10.The conference is two days of education designed to assist farming and ranching women in problem solving, record keeping and decision-making skills, plus a night of networking and fun in the historic Fort...

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