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Navy petty officer takes part in humanitarian exercise in Africa

KITGUM, UGANDA -- When the son of a Lampasas woman stepped onto the orange-red soil of this Central African nation, he could have been walking into a National Geographic special presentation. More...

Carnley's Corner

Promises, promises

Lisa Carnley

It seems like this is the time of year when everyone is making a list of resolutions they will take with them into the new year, only to have broken them by the middle of January. More...

Reception to honor retiring postal official

The family of Jeanie Gilbert invites the public to a reception to honor Mrs. Gilbert at her retirement after 32 years with the U.S. Postal Service. The event is Friday from 3:30- 5:30 p.m. at The Holiday House in Lampasas. Mrs. More...

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Letters

Traces of copper wire

After having dug to a depth of 10 feet last year, New York scientists recently found traces of copper wire dating back 100 years and came to the conclusion that their ancestors already had a telephone network more than 100 years ago. More...

Keeping promises

I just read Diana McDonald’s letter [“Christmas is different this year,” Dec. 22]. I went to Sarah Palin’s book-signing too, and felt the same sentiment as hers. More...

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News

Deadlines

Due to New Year’s Day, early deadlines are in effect for the Lampasas Dispatch Record. Deadline for classified, real estate and display ads and news items for the Jan. 1 edition is Wednesday at noon, and Thursday at noon for the Jan. More...

PEC names advisory panel

Pedernales Electric Co-op’s Board of Directors has ratified the cooperative’s first advisory panel comprised of members. More...

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Agribusiness

Farm Bureau: Cap-and-trade decision would be ‘premature’

A review of cap-and-trade legislation data by U.S. Senate leaders reveals the proposed climate change legislation could hurt farmers and ranchers in the future, the Lampasas County Farm Bureau said. More...

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Editorial

Redefining a culture of dependency

Michelle Malkin

The greatest gifts you can give your children can’t be boxed and bowed. Consider the timeless gift of self-sufficiency — a stubborn thirst to leave the nest, make it on your own and live as a free-willed adult. More...

Political Cartoon

Full Story

Obamacare hazardous to America’s health

David Limbaugh

At least common thieves don’t destroy an entire health care system and socialize the American economy when they commit their felonies. Too bad we can’t say the same for our illustrious Democratic senators who sold out the nation. More...

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Deaths

Mrs. Hampton

Cora Charlene Hampton, 74, of Lampasas died Dec. 23, 2009, at her residence after a battle with cancer. Graveside services were Dec. 26 at Oak Hill Cemetery in Lampasas. Mrs. Hampton was born Sept. More...

Mrs. Amsler

Graveside services for Lucille C. Amsler, 85, of Bryan are Dec. 29, 2009, at Hempstead Cemetery in Hempstead. Mrs. Amsler died Dec. 26 at St. Joseph Regional Health Center in Bryan. More...

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Sports

All-area standouts

Badgers earn six all-area selections, including coach of the year and first-team running back

By CLAY WHITTINGTON Staff Writer

In addition to hopefully finding themselves on Santa’s nice list, several Badgers landed on another impressive list over the holiday weekend. More...

Five Lampasas varsity football players earn 2009 academic all-state honors

By CLAY WHITTINGTON Staff Writer

Not only did Lampasas overachieve on the football field this year, but numerous players excelled in the classroom as well. More...

SPORTS SHORTS

SOFTBALL Softball clinics for basic throwing, grounding and fielding will be held Jan. 3 at Turner Field Park. Cost is $5 per girl for all skill levels. U-8 and U-10 clinics are from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. More...

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