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Juliet Cardona displays the medal she received at the UIL State Academic Meet. Cardona took sixth in copy editing. courtesy photo

Juliet Cardona displays the medal she received at the UIL State Academic Meet. Cardona took sixth in copy editing. courtesy photo

Students earn hardware at UIL state meet

News Staff
Thursday, May 23, 2024
Lampasas was well represented at the UIL State Academic meet, held in Austin May 13-15.UIL Academics Coordinator/Speech and Debate coach Judith McGhee said several students came home with medals from the competition.Juliet Cardona placed sixth in copy editing; Cale Wheeler took fifth place in...
License plates from across the globe are displayed in the Lampasas County Tax Assessor-Collector’s office in the county annex building at 409 S. Pecan St. erick mitchell | Lampasas Dispatch Record

License plates from across the globe are displayed in the Lampasas County Tax Assessor-Collector’s office in the county annex building at 409 S. Pecan St. erick mitchell | Lampasas Dispatch Record

Historic license plates reside at county tax assessor's office

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, May 23, 2024
From Alabama to Wyoming, license plates from all 50 states are available for viewing at the Lampasas County Tax Assessor-Collector’s office.The collection is unique, according to Tax Assessor-Collector Betty Salinas.
Bruce Williams introduces fellow musicians Patrice Calixte, Douglas Harvey and Dr. Stephen Redfield as they prepare to perform “Quartets at the Keystone” for the audience at the Keystone Star Hotel ballroom during last year’s Lampasas Chamber Music Festival in June. file photo

Bruce Williams introduces fellow musicians Patrice Calixte, Douglas Harvey and Dr. Stephen Redfield as they prepare to perform “Quartets at the Keystone” for the audience at the Keystone Star Hotel ballroom during last year’s Lampasas Chamber Music Festival in June. file photo

Musical mosaic: second Chamber Music Festival slated to begin

Joycesarah Mccabe
Monday, May 20, 2024
The Lampasas County Chamber Music Festival, a cultural gem for the community, is set to captivate audiences with its highly anticipated musical series.This upcoming season promises a fusion of classical repertoire and innovative performances.Building upon the success of its inaugural year, this...
COURTESY | CITY OF LAMPASAS

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Hummel named Community Champion

News Staff
Monday, May 20, 2024
The Lampasas City Council last week recognized Brandon Hummel, center, as a Misti Talbert Community Champion. Hummel received several nominations for the honor based on his caring nature and selflessness.
Salvation Army volunteers work with Walmart employees to prepare snack bags for first responders who were on call during the total solar eclipse. courtesy photo

Salvation Army volunteers work with Walmart employees to prepare snack bags for first responders who were on call during the total solar eclipse. courtesy photo

Salvation Army volunteers provided assistance during April eclipse

News Staff
Monday, May 20, 2024
Many agencies and organizations helped with preparations for the April 8 solar eclipse event, including the Lampasas County Salvation Army.Although weather forecasts of cloudy skies for that date resulted in some travelers heading to different locations to seek better viewing, area fire, rescue and...

sheep and goat auction

News Staff
Thursday, May 16, 2024
The May 9 market report from Mills County Commission Co. follows.Total receipts: 2,874. Previous week: 2,366.Trends: Light kids $5 lower.

Green Thumb Program to discuss ‘companion gardening’

News Staff
Thursday, May 16, 2024
The Highland Lakes Master Gardener Association will hold its next Green Thumb Program June 20 from 2-3 p.m. at the Burnet County AgriLife Extension Auditorium, 607 N. Vandeveer in Burnet.“Companion Gardening” will be presented by Martelle Luedecke, a gardening expert and professional photographer.
Soireeâ vincas are drought tolerant, thrive in full sun and add lots of color all summer with an abundance of flowers. courtesy photo | suntory flowers

Soireeâ vincas are drought tolerant, thrive in full sun and add lots of color all summer with an abundance of flowers. courtesy photo | suntory flowers

Select heat-tolerant beauties for gardens and containers

Melinda Myers
Thursday, May 16, 2024
Boost the summer-long beauty and heat tolerance in your gardens and containers with new varieties of annual vinca (Catharanthus).
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