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Each year, people who enjoy needle art and quilts flock to the Needle Art and Quilt Show, a top fundraiser for the Keystone Square Museum in Lampasas. A feature of the event is the raffles. Tickets are sold in advance, and the drawing takes places during the two-day show in March. More ... Informational sessions on caring for type 2 diabetes to be offered Need to know more about how to take care of type 2 diabetes? Those recently diagnosed or who have had diabetes a long time can benefit from learning the latest things about taking care of oneself to reduce risks for complications, such as reduced vision or nerve pain. More ... Republicans set BBQ dinner, presentation by candidates Republicans are invited to attend the Feb. 26 meeting of Burnet County Republican Club at the Burnet Community Center. Social hour begins at 6 p.m., followed by dinner at 7 p.m. A catered barbecue brisket dinner with all the trimmings is $15 per person. More ... Pancake supper The second annual Briggs and Oakalla community all-you-caneat pancake supper is Feb. 23 from 5-7:30 p.m. at the Oakalla Volunteer Fire Department. Cost is $5 for adults and $2.50 for those 10 and younger. There will be a silent auction and door prizes. Proceeds will benefit community centers in ... More ... Democratic Women to meet Highland Lakes Democratic Women will meet Feb. 28 at 1:30 p.m. at the home of Marjorie Dearmont to see the film, "Sicko," Michael Moore's indictment of America's failing health-care system. Those planning to meet for lunch should be at the Jamin House Cafe in Marble Falls at noon. The group will... More ... Hostess House marker dedication slated On March 2, 1836, Texas declared its independence from Mexico and became a sovereign nation known as the Republic of Texas. To local members of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas, March 2, 2008, is much more than just Texas Independence Day. More ...
Big Boy lives up to his name. He is a large, short-haired cat with bengal markings. Even though his 14 pounds makes him a significant presence, Big Boy is really looking forward to finding a new family who will give him lots of love. More ... 5K registration under way Runners and walkers are gearing up for the 22nd Silver Classic 5K Run & Walk May 4 at Metroplex Hospital in Killeen. Check-in will be at 7 a.m. and the race at 8:30 a.m., part of the CenTex Race Series, in collaboration with Killeen Parks and Recreation and Metroplex Health System. More ... School Menu Week of Feb. 18-22 Monday, Feb. 18 BREAKFAST: Pancakes/maple syrup, fruit or juice and milk. LUNCH: Popcorn chicken/BBQ sauce, whipped potatoes, green peas, hot roll, cookie and milk. Tuesday, Feb. 19 BREAKFAST: Ham slice, muffin, fruit or juice and milk. More ... University holds graduation Tarleton State University-Central Texas held graduation ceremonies for the fall 2007 semester. From Kempner, graduates included Michael Scott Phillips, master of science in information systems, and Zachary Ryan Huckabee, bachelor of business administration in marketing. More ... Church plans square dance First Baptist Church Children's Ministry will sponsor a family fun night tonight at the Hostess House. A "Daddy and Daughter Square Dance" will be from 6-8:30 p.m. Refreshments will be provided. Tickets are $4 per person. A square dance caller will be in the lead, and experienced dancers will be ... More ...
Lampasas Public Library was the recipient of a $1,000 Pedernales Electric Cooperative grant as part of the co-op's Light the Way program, which recognizes service organizations that work in their communities. More ... Meal, show set at local church School Creek Baptist Church's Valentine's banquet and show is set Sunday from 4-6 p.m. A potluck meal (bring a covered dish) will follow the show, which features impersonations of John Wayne, Lucille Ball and Katherine Hepburn by Branson, Mo., entertainers. For information, contact Alicia at 556-... More ... Religious poetry contest on tap A $1,000 grand prize is being offered in a special religious poetry contest sponsored by the Sacramento Rainbow Poets, free to everyone. Fifty prizes, totaling almost $5,000, will be given away. Entry deadline is March 10. To enter, send one poem of 21 lines or less to Free Poetry Contest, 2935 C... More ... Lampasas Aglow gathering to be Monday Lampasas Aglow, a Community Lighthouse of Aglow International, will meet Monday at 7 p.m. at Holiday Inn Express. This month's speaker will be Falma Rufus, an ordained minister, psalmist and intercessor. Mrs. Rufus is a member of the Southwest Harvest Church in Duncanville under the leadership o... More ... Garcia attends justice of peace seminar Judge Andrew Garcia Jr. was certified at the recent 20-hour Justice of the Peace Seminar Jan. 29-Feb. 1 in Austin. The seminar was sponsored by the Texas Justice Court Training Center, a division of Texas State University, San Marcos, with offices in Austin. More ... Classics to hold auto show Classics at the Classic's first car show is March 15 at Lampasas Building Components, FM 580 East. A swap meet will be held, and arts and crafts vendors are sought. Classic cars, trucks or motorcycles (pre-1980) can be entered for a $20 fee. Judging will be people's choice. Proceeds will go towar... More ...
Jennifer Howard, a Lampasas High School senior, accepts a minischolarship for $100 to Central Texas College, made possible by the CTC Scholarship Committee. A scholarship is presented to a Lampasas student who takes a class in Lampasas each semester. More ... Flames plan dinner, raffle The public is invited to a fundraising spaghetti dinner tonight from 6-8 p.m. at the high school cafeteria to benefit Lampasas High School Flames. Tickets are $6 per person or four tickets for $20. Several high-ticket items will be raffled off. Tickets are $5 each or five for $20. More ... Aviation stipends offered Texas Fly-In is offering scholarships to Texas youth ages 16 to 22 interested in a future in aviation. Scholarships of up to $2,000 will be awarded. Awards are granted upon the review of a completed application, a written statement or electronic presentation that describes the applicant's plans a... More ... Physical therapist makes presentation to RTA group Physical therapist Jeananne Elkins spoke to the Lampasas County Retired Teachers Association Feb. 5 at the Lampasas ISD board room. Mrs. Elkins has been in Lampasas since 1984 and operates The Physical Therapy Clinic. Many of those present are patients or former patients. More ... Burnet event to benefit scholarship fund The first Andrew Ivicic scholarship fund-raiser is Feb. 23 at Galloway Hammond Recreation Center in Burnet. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for a barbecue supper, and a dance will be from 7 p.m. to midnight. Silent and live auctions will be held throughout the night. More ... Filing for school, city seats ongoing Filing for City Council seats in Lampasas, Lometa and Kempner, and school board positions in Lampasas and Lometa continues through March 10. Early voting will run April 28 through May 6, with elections set for May 10. Following is a list of seats open for filing. More ... Kempner VFD Kempner Volunteer Fire Department's annual barbecue and auction is March 1. A catered dinner will be served at 4 p.m. for $6 for adults and $3 for kids under 13. Desserts will be available. The auction begins at 5:30 p.m. For information or to donate auction items, phone 932-3993 or (254) 432-48... More ... History essay contest under way by DRT The Daughters of the Republic of Texas, Oran Milo Roberts Chapter of Lampasas, are participating in the state's Outstanding Texas History Essay Contest and the Outstanding Teacher of Texas History Contest. Purpose of the contests is to stimulate interest in the early history of Texas for schools... More ... Take recommended steps to protect oneself from heart disease If an apple a day keeps the doctor away, then what does it take to avoid getting heart disease? Try combining the apple with four other servings of fruits and vegetables and a healthy dose of exercise. More ... Annual garden show on tap The 10th annual Hill Country Lawn and Garden Show, sponsored by Highland Lakes Master Gardener Association and Texas AgriLife Extension Service, is March 22 from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Burnet Community Center. More ...  |
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