Property owners can protest appraisal values

Property owners who disagree with the Lampasas Central Appraisal District’s appraisal of their property for local taxes or for any other action that adversely affects them may protest to the Lampasas County Appraisal Review Board.A property owner must file a written notice of protest before May 15...

EMT class to receive ambulance donated by Copperas Cove

An ambulance is on its way to Badger Nation to bolster the educational experience for Lampasas High School EMT students.On April 7, the Copperas Cove City Council approved a request to donate one of two surplus ambulances to Lampasas ISD.LHS EMT teacher Steve Haviland told the Dispatch Record the...

Students are off to the races at Ag Day

Kathleen Belke receives encouragement from her classmates during stick horse relays, part of Taylor Creek Elementary School’s Ag Day event on Friday. A variety of fun activities and informative stations were set up for students. For more Ag Day photos, see inside on page 2.

BRIEFLY

KINDERGARTEN ROUNDUPLampasas ISD will be registering children for kindergarten and pre-K for the 2026-2027 term on April 23 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.Legal guardians should go to the campus for which the student is zoned, and bring the child’s immunization record, certified birth certificate, Social...

LHS student’s hand-drawn costume desgins earn state UIL trip

Lampasas High School sophomore Kayla Crowe’s hand-drawn costume designs have earned her a trip to Austin for the University Interscholastic League’s Theatrical Design state competition.Crowe said she has always been attracted to costumes and developing characters, a passion she has had since she...

CEMETERY ASSOCIATIONS

SMITH CEMETERY AT SCHOOL CREEK Smith Cemetery at School Creek Cemetery Association will hold its annual meeting April 25 at the School Creek Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 11228 County Road 3420.The meeting begins at 11 a.m.It will be followed by a potluck lunch.

Lometa graduating class to host variety show fundraiser

On Saturday, students at Lometa High School will present their talents at a variety show sponsored by the Class of 2026.Lometa School staff and students will put on a display of their talents, including the senior class performing skits.Popcorn and drinks will be provided, and door prizes and cake...

Child Abuse Awareness Month

No matter the ZIP Code, child abuse exists everywhere.

community calendar

We would like to help get your group’s event(s) listed in the Dispatch Record Calendar. The listing of community events and meetings is free.Calendar items must be in writing.

Wildflowers proliferate

Recent precipitation has brought wildflowers to life across the county.