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July 16, 2010 / Lifestyles

County Fair garners large number of participants

The 2010 Spring Ho County Fair was held at First Texas Bank’s community room. Taking best of show in the adult division of the county fair was Carolyn Hamilton with her applique hand-quilted floral. More...

Ballet Folklorico earned accolades in the Grand Parade.

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Businesses enter decorating contests

Winners in the annual Spring Ho Window and Floor Display contest follow. Grand champion floor display: The National Banks of Central Texas, Lampasas branch. Reserve champion floor display: Lampasas Senior Center. More...

Barbecuers turn in delicacies for judging

The Spring Ho Bar B Que Cookoff was held this year, with 63 particpants. Winners in each category follow. Grand champion: Hampton Pratka, Bottle Cap Cookers. Reserve champion and county bragging rights: Jason Hidalgo, The Drunken Brisket. More...

Kids' Day Activities keep youths busy

The Lampasas Boys’ and Girls’ Club sponsored its annual Spring Ho Kids' Day events at Gavin Garrett Soccer Park. Results, as provided by the sponsor, follow. Egg on the spoon race 3-4 year-olds 1. Aspen Wheeler. 2. More...

Hayloft Party lists winners

The 2010 Spring Ho Hayloft Party was held at AMVETS Post 80. Winners follow. 1. Allison Hendricks of Lometa. 2. Cord Jackson of Lampasas. 3. More...

First Place Winner

Allison Hendricks of Lometa took first place at the Colgate Country Showdown talent show. More...

Church sets high seas adventure

“High Seas Expedition,” a summer kids’ event hosted by First United Methodist Church of Lampasas, is Monday through July 23. More...

Maxdale church plans VBS event

Maxdale Cowboy Church, 21156 Wolfridge Rd. in Killeen, will hold Vacation Bible School Aug. 2-6 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Theme is "Riding for the Brand." VBS is for those in kindergarten through sixth grade. More...

University of North Texas

Commencement exercises were held recently for the spring 2010 semester at the University of North Texas. From Lampasas, John Andrew Rhoden received a bachelor of science degree in criminal justice. More...

Keeping weight down can decrease risk of arthritis

Those extra pounds are tough on the knees, even increasing the risk of arthritis, an orthopedic surgeon at Baylor College of Medicine said. More...

Double Horn homecoming set

All former and current members of Double Horn community are invited to the annual homecoming set July 31 beginning at 10 a.m. A potluck meal will be served at noon at the Marble Falls VFW Hall. Please bring a favorite food to share. More...

Republican Party meeting reset

A meeting of the Lampasas County Republican Party Executive Committee scheduled for Aug. 5 has been canceled. The next meeting will be Sept. 2 at Gatti’s Pizza at noon. Everyone is invited. More...

Spring Ho Snapshots

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Winning recipes released

Following are recipes for some of the winning entries in the 2010 Spring Ho County Fair baked goods division, provided by the Lampasas County Extension office. More...

Spring Ho royalty

Top photo: Miss Spring Ho winners include, from left, third runner-up Cara Nichols; Miss Spring Ho Jordan Shadrick; second runner-up Carissa Bywater; and first runner-up Paige Hensley. More...

Windsor Foods earns parade sweepstakes

Many festive and themed floats and displays were entered in Saturday’s Spring Ho Grand Parade. Judges named their top choices in each category. Sweepstakes: Windsor Foods. Festivals: 1. Lockhart Chisholm Trail Roundup. 2. More...

Fest theme makes for wild entries

The 2010 Spring Ho Pet Parade and Show attracted a number of entries with many costumed children and pets. The grand and reserve champions earn the right to ride in the Spring Ho Grand Parade. A list of winners, provided by the sponsor, follows. More...

Diaper Derby winners noted

A number of youngsters were entered in the annual Spring Ho Diaper Derby sponsored by Beta Mu Sorority. A list of winners is noted, followed by their parents’ names as submitted by sponsors. 0-9 months Heat one: 1. More...

Dance contest winners listed

The annual Spring Ho Dance Contest was held last week at AMVETS Post 80 in Lampasas. Results follow. Two step 1. Curtis and Marsha Durham. 2. Tommy and Amy Lamb. 3. Shirley and Dayle Channel. Waltz 1. Lance and Peggy Garrettb. 2. More...

Talent Contest Entrant

Jordan Cummings of Lampasas participated in the talent contest. More...

Summer Meal Menu

Week of July 19-23 Monday, July 19 BREAKFAST: French toast sticks, ham slice, fruit juice and milk. LUNCH: Popcorn chicken, whipped potatoes, peas & carrots, rosy applesauce, hot roll and milk. More...

Vacation Bible set to begin

Northside Baptist Church will conduct Vacation Bible School July 25-28 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. each night. Preregistration is required by calling (512) 567-1966. More...

First Street Church of Christ to offer nightly Family Bible School, drama

It started 11 years ago as an idea for a musical drama telling a Bible story with a contemporary twist. It was a dream that Richard Cox and the members of First Street Church of Christ have turned into an event the entire community anticipates. More...