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The Lampasas FFA Agriculture Sales and Farm/Agribusiness Management teams pose for a photo at the state competition at Sam Houston State University last month. COURTESY PHOTO

The Lampasas FFA Agriculture Sales and Farm/Agribusiness Management teams pose for a photo at the state competition at Sam Houston State University last month. COURTESY PHOTO

Lampasas FFA ag business management, ag sales teams enjoy competing at state level

Erick Mitchell
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
For the first time, Lampasas FFA Agricultural Sales and Farm/Agribusiness Management teams competed in their respective state competitions at Sam Houston State University.The Ag Sales team was made up of Chandler Boultinghouse, Jacie Resa, Ava Rojas and Janie Turner.

Green Thumb programs focus on water conservation

News Staff
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Highland Lakes Master Gardener Association is focusing on water conservation and ways to use water wisely.A series of Green Thumb programs is offered with conservation in mind, presented by Kelly Tarla, Burnet County AgriLife Extension agent.
From left to right: Krista Spurgeon, Paula Dowdy and Shirley Tolliver rush to the finish line during one of “Woofstock’s” inflatable races. erick Mitchell | dispatch record

From left to right: Krista Spurgeon, Paula Dowdy and Shirley Tolliver rush to the finish line during one of “Woofstock’s” inflatable races. erick Mitchell | dispatch record

Enjoying Woofstock 2025

News Staff
Thursday, May 8, 2025
American Legion Post 277 members pay their respects in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Lampasas County Courthouse last year. File Photo

American Legion Post 277 members pay their respects in a wreath-laying ceremony at the Lampasas County Courthouse last year. File Photo

American Legion, Auxiliary groups to honor fallen veterans on Memorial Day

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, May 8, 2025
Lampasas American Legion Post 277 will host a ceremony to honor fallen heroes at the Lampasas County Courthouse at 11:30 a.m. on Memorial Day.Post Commander Steve Cook, a 25-year U.S. Army veteran, invited residents to take a moment away from the barbecues on that holiday weekend to honor those who...

Oak Hill Cemetery continues spring cleaning

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, May 8, 2025
Oak Hill Cemetery staff and the Oak Hill Cemetery Association will continue spring cleaning efforts this month.Families with loved ones at the cemetery are encouraged to come help “spruce up” gravesites May 19-23 between 8 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.Those interested in participating are advised to bring...
COURTESY PHOTO

COURTESY PHOTO

Child Abuse Prevention Month

News Staff
Thursday, May 8, 2025
April was Child Abuse Prevention Month, and the local CPS board offered its appreciation to the community for helping support this cause. Storefront windows were painted by Sarah Santini and Jeanie Smith to bring awareness to child abuse prevention, and XFX members helped place signs around town.
Ensemble members show off their moves during the performance of the musical “James and the Giant Peach” at the 2024 LIttle Badger Theatre Camp. More than 30 youngsters were involved in the production last year. This year’s campers will perform “Honk,” a variation of the ugly duckling story. File Photo

Ensemble members show off their moves during the performance of the musical “James and the Giant Peach” at the 2024 LIttle Badger Theatre Camp. More than 30 youngsters were involved in the production last year. This year’s campers will perform “Honk,” a variation of the ugly duckling story. File Photo

A few spots remain for Little Badger Theatre Camp

Morgan Parker
Monday, May 5, 2025
The Lampasas Theatre Company will host its annual Little Badger Camp for incoming first- through sixth-graders May 19-23 at Lampasas High School.The camp will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day.

Class Reunions

News Staff
Monday, May 5, 2025
class of 1962The Lampasas High School Class of 1962 will celebrate its 63rd anniversary on May 17.The event will be held at the home of Carol Wright,3668 County Road 2200, starting at noon. Lunch will be served at 1 p.m., catered by Nothin’ Butts BBQ.Please call 512-556-1542 for more information.
Sons of Confederate Veterans Saltworks Camp # 2353 have taken on the responsibility of maintaining Nix Cemetery in western Lampasas County. Pictured at the cemetery are, from left to right, William “Bill” Ables, Stephen C. Brister, Larry Chipman, William “Bill” Dunson III, David Spradley, Michael R. Oliver, Roger D. Hamrick and Ross J. Cox Sr. courtesy photo

Sons of Confederate Veterans Saltworks Camp # 2353 have taken on the responsibility of maintaining Nix Cemetery in western Lampasas County. Pictured at the cemetery are, from left to right, William “Bill” Ables, Stephen C. Brister, Larry Chipman, William “Bill” Dunson III, David Spradley, Michael R. Oliver, Roger D. Hamrick and Ross J. Cox Sr. courtesy photo

Sons of Confederate Veterans adopt local cemetery

News Staff
Monday, May 5, 2025
The Sons of Confederate Veterans Saltworks Camp No. 2353 has taken on the responsibility of caring for and maintaining the Nix Cemetery in Lampasas County.Even before receiving their new charter in 2024, camp members began the process of clearing and restoring the cemetery grounds, including the...
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