September 7, 2007 RSS feed / Lifestyles

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Week of Sept. 10-14 Monday, Sept. 10 BREAKFAST: Pancakes/maple syrup, fruit or juice and milk. LUNCH: Chicken nuggets/sauce, whipped potatoes, green peas, wheat roll, cookie and milk. Tuesday, Sept. More...

Hospital seeks volunteers

Metroplex Health System is hosting two orientations for those interested in learning more about Metroplex Health System Volunteers Program. An informational meeting is Tuesday from 5-9 p.m. More...

Contest set for deaf students

Rochester Institute of Technology announces its second annual Digital Arts, Film and Animation Competition for high school students who are deaf or hard-ofhearing in ninth- through 12thgrades. More...

Copies of LHS yearbook still offered for sale

Copies of the 2006-07 Badger yearbook are available for purchase at the high school office for $45 each. More...

LHS cheer camp set

Lampasas High School cheerleaders will stage a minicamp to teach fundamental cheerleading techniques, skills and character-building qualities. The event is Sept. 22 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. More...

Telethon raises record funds

Jerry Lewis made good on his annual promise to raise at least "one more dollar" for the fight against muscular dystrophy during the Muscular Dystrophy Association's 42nd Jerry Lewis Labor Day Telethon. A record of more than $63. More...

Lake Victor Baptist to observe anniversary

Lake Victor Baptist Church will celebrate 100 years with music, fellowship, cake and punch on Sept. 23 at 3 p.m. at the church. The first building was constructed in September 1907. More...

St. Mary's Episcopal debuts new curriculum

When the children at St. More...

Red Hatters set next hoot

The next Adamsville Red Hat Society hoot is a salad supper Tuesday at 6 p.m. at the Adamsville Community Center for members, their spouses and guests. More...

Guest speaker

Lampasas County Democrats met for their annual Labor Day Picnic. A number of VIPs were on hand for the barbecue meal and meet-and-greet event, including Dale Henry of Lampasas, Democratic candidate for Texas railroad commissioner. More...

Herb/Art Fest coming soon

The Lampasas County Chamber of Commerce is seeking vendors and exhibitors to participate in the 13th annual Herb & Art Festival on Oct. 13. The event will begin at 9 a.m. on downtown Courtyard Square. Booths are $50 for a 10x10-foot space. More...

Briggs Community Center schedules benefit concert

A Concert of a Lifetime will be held Sept. 22 at 6 p.m. at Briggs Community Center to raise money to build a community playground. Performers include Pauline Reese, Paula Nelson, John Arthur Martinez, Pete Benz and Craig Dillingham. More...

Stained glass class on tap

Lampasas Art Club will present a six-week beginners' class for making stained-glass windows beginning Oct. 3. Class will meet each Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Lampasas Art Gallery. Jolene Hardy-McCord will be the instructor. More...

Free blues concert set

The first annual Blues in the Park Concert is set Sept. 22 from 8-11 p.m. at W.M. Brook Park. Featured entertainer is Ruben V from San Antonio. There is no charge for admission. More...

Patriot Guard gives ride of a lifetime

Patriot Guard Riders were part of an 84-year-old Killeen woman's recent birthday celebration, as the group of motorcycle riders -- who generally participate in military funeral processionals -- took part in fulfilling a lifelong dream of Phadra Wil More...

Hill Country no stranger to sexual abuse cases involving children

Though many believe that children residing in the city and county of Lampasas are protected from some crimes reported almost daily in larger cities, the number of rural youths who become victims at the hands of adults is high. More...

The Hendersons Couple observe 50th anniversary

A come-and-go reception was held in honor of the 50th anniversary of Ernest Jr. and Glenda Henderson at the home of their daughter and son-in-law at the Adams Mark Ranch at Lake Victor. More...

Rabbit clinic on tap

Lampasas County 4-H and FFA programs will sponsor a rabbit showmanship clinic Monday at the Lampasas County Show Barn. The clinic is open to all families interested in exhibiting rabbits at the Lampasas County Youth Livestock Show. More...

Pearl Church to host Aggies for Christ group

Aggies for Christ will hold a church service at Pearl Church of Christ on Sunday at 10:30 a.m. More...

Methodist church sets Fall Fest

First United Methodist Church's Fall Festival is Oct. 6 from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The Methodist Men's Stew will be served from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tickets are available at the church office. More...

Group sets fundraiser

Preservation Lampasas, Inc., will have its annual fish fry on Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at The Holiday House, 908 E. Fourth St. Cost is $12 per plate per person. More...

Tasty fund-raiser

A cake auction was held to support local Democratic candidates during the annual Labor Day Picnic at Hancock Park. Todd Briggs, right, displays the delicacies that Charles Fields is offering to the highest bidder. More...

Committee forms to assist flood victims

A gathering of community leaders from Kempner, Lampasas and Lometa as well as representatives from several faith communities and service agencies in Lampasas County was held recently at First Presbyterian Church in Lampasas. More...


 

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