Capital murder defendants have court hearings
      Chaka Romain Johnson, 32, of Lampasas and John Robert Martinez, 28, of Copperas Cove, two defendants in the capital murder case of Copperas Cove resident Hidi Gower, were in Judge Joe Carroll's 27th District Court last Friday for hearings.
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Fire department taking donations for auction event
      Kempner Volunteer Fire Department will be taking donations of new or gently used items Sunday at the fire station from noon to 5 p.m. and Monday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Donations, to be used for the March 1 annual auction, also may be given to any Fire Department member.
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Officials note recent arrests
      The following arrests have been reported by law enforcement officials. Feb. 13 -- Michael Wayne Jackson, 19, of May for possession of marijuana under two ounces. He was still in the Lampasas County Jail at press time Thursday morning.
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New teaching degree offered through TTU
      Anyone who would like to become a certified elementary teacher can earn a complete undergraduate degree in teaching through a new program called Hill Country Project TEACH. Students may attend Texas Tech University at Highland Lakes, Fredericksburg or the TTU Center at Junction.
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Crime Stoppers offers rewards for information
      Anyone with information that can help solve crimes in Lampasas County should call Crime Stoppers at 556-ARMY (556-2769). Callers need not reveal their identity and are eligible for a cash award up to $1,000 if the information leads to an arrest or indictment.
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PEC to offer rebate program for commercial lighting
      Pedernales Electric's Green Works environmental initiative has added a new feature: the Commercial Lighting Rebate Program. This program offers incentives to help Pedernales Electric members install energy-efficient lighting in existing commercial buildings or new construction within the service a...
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Consumers should be aware of scam
      Texans should be aware of a scam that has emerged in connection with the proposed federal economic stimulus package. Under recently passed legislation, the IRS will mail tax rebate checks to eligible Texans over the next few months. President George W. Bush recently signed the package into law.
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Blood drive to be held
      The American Red Cross will hold its second community blood drive this year March 3 from 12:30-6:30 p.m. at AMVETS Post 80. Donors must be in good health, weigh a minimum of 110 pounds and be at least 17 years old. For information, contact Wanda Meyers, drive chairman, at 556-3338.
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