Lampasas, TX

Former LISD trustee challenges incumbent By LISA CARNLEY Staff Writer       Though Thursday night's candidate forum was sparsely attended, hopefuls for the Place 6 Lampasas Independent School District trustee seat made the most of their opportunity to share their thoughts with voters. Wesley Crow, the incumbent, is being challenged by former board member Luther Hensley. More ... Project under way       Tearing down the vocational education and drama room offices to make way for lunchroom and new kitchen facilities has begun at Lampasas High School. Superintendent Dr. More ... LISD trustees back kindergarten prep program By LISA CARNLEY Staff Writer       Kindergarten can be a challenging time in a child's life: being away from parents for the first time, mingling with other children, and learning and experiencing new things. The 76th Texas Legislature concluded that youngsters entering kindergarten must be prepared for many of the obstacles they ... More ... A forceful spray       Sheryl Estes of the Vision Downtown Lampasas! Art Committee reacts to the spray of water bouncing off Jerry Goodson's Western Street building. More ... Key, Loop 257 work delayed TxDOT officials cite inflation, funding recisions By DAVID LOWE Staff Writer       Inflation, federal funding recisions and the high priority on highway projects elsewhere in the state likely will delay several Lampasas County road projects, Texas Department of Transportation officials said at a public forum Thursday. More ... Awards Day       Lampasas High School will hold its annual Senior Awards Day May 6 at 7 p.m. at Bozarth- Fowler Gym. The event recognizes graduating seniors who have earned scholarships, certificates, tassels and other recognitions. Seniors enlisting in the military and a list of other special awards also will be... More ... Day of Prayer       Darrell Feemster, pastor of New Covenant Church, will be guest speaker for the countywide observance of the National Day of Prayer Thursday from 7-8 a.m. at First United Methodist Church's fellowship hall. Breakfast will be provided, and a love offering will be accepted for the Lampasas County Min... More ... LAFTA event       Lampasas Association For the Arts will hold its annual fundraising dinner Saturday at 5 p.m. at Mesquite Creek. Three sculptures will be delivered for viewing, and a catered dinner will be served. Silent and live auctions will be held. Music will be provided. More ... Blood drive       The third Lampasas community blood drive of the year is set Monday from 12:30-6:30 p.m. at AMVETS Post 80. Donors should be in good health, at least 17 years of age and weigh a minimum of 110 pounds. For more information, phone drive coordinator Wanda Meyers at 556-3338. More ...