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Volunteers such as these pack shoebox gifts to be sent to children around the world. Operation Christmas Child is a ministry of Samaritan’s Purse. National Collection Week for the shoeboxes will be Nov. 16-23. COURTESY PHOTO | SAMARITAN’S PURSE

Volunteers such as these pack shoebox gifts to be sent to children around the world. Operation Christmas Child is a ministry of Samaritan’s Purse. National Collection Week for the shoeboxes will be Nov. 16-23. COURTESY PHOTO | SAMARITAN’S PURSE

Lometa residents partner with Operation Christmas Child

News Staff
Monday, August 3, 2026
The Mid-TX West Area Operation Christmas Child Team will host a kick-off event Sept. 26 from 9 a.m. to noon at Covenant Life Church, 4001 E. Elms Road in Killeen.
Sage is a versatile herb, enhancing flavors in both savory and sweet recipes. COURTESY PHOTO | WWW.MELINDAMYERS.COM

Sage is a versatile herb, enhancing flavors in both savory and sweet recipes. COURTESY PHOTO | WWW.MELINDAMYERS.COM

Enjoy the flavor of your homegrown garden herbs year-round

Melinda Myers
Thursday, July 30, 2026
Add homegrown flavor to any meal with garden fresh herbs that will elevate any dish. Continue enjoying them well past the end of the season by preserving favorites to use in winter meals.
The 2026-2027 VATAT Credit Union directors, from left to right, are Ray Pieniazek of Austin, Aaron Wilson of El Campo, John Templeton of Bryan, Gary Adams of Austin, Mike Rempe of Yoakum, Chris Cleveland of Andrews and chairman, Dr. Steve Forsythe of Lampasas. COURTESY PHOTO

The 2026-2027 VATAT Credit Union directors, from left to right, are Ray Pieniazek of Austin, Aaron Wilson of El Campo, John Templeton of Bryan, Gary Adams of Austin, Mike Rempe of Yoakum, Chris Cleveland of Andrews and chairman, Dr. Steve Forsythe of Lampasas. COURTESY PHOTO

Forsythe continues service on VATAT Credit Union board

News Staff
Thursday, July 30, 2026
The Vocational Agriculture Teachers Association of Texas Credit Union held its 65th annual membership meeting on July 22 in Corpus Christi at the Hilliard Convention Center. Sixty-four members and one guest were in attendance from across the state of Texas.VATAT Credit Union Chairman Dr.
The National Mounted Warrior Museum opened in September 2024, just outside the main gate at Fort Hood. It offers more than 12,000 square feet of permanent gallery space, along with temporary exhibit space and a large central rotunda. COURTESY PHOTO

The National Mounted Warrior Museum opened in September 2024, just outside the main gate at Fort Hood. It offers more than 12,000 square feet of permanent gallery space, along with temporary exhibit space and a large central rotunda. COURTESY PHOTO

Kiwanis Club hears National Mounted Warrior Museum talk

News Staff
Thursday, July 30, 2026
Members of the Kiwanis Club of Lampasas welcomed U.S. Army retired Lt.Gen. Paul Funk Sr. and retired Lt. Col. Bob Crouch to their meeting last week at First Presbyterian Church’s Fellowship Hall.Crouch introduced the National Mounted Warrior Museum and discussed its mission and goals for the future.
Aubrey Stubbs is the recipient of a $20,000 Area Go Texan scholarship, provided by the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. She will attend Texas Tech University. COURTESY PHOTO

Aubrey Stubbs is the recipient of a $20,000 Area Go Texan scholarship, provided by the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. She will attend Texas Tech University. COURTESY PHOTO

Area Go Texan names scholarship winners

News Staff
Thursday, July 30, 2026
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo has awarded 541 Texas students with $20,000 scholarships, representing a $10.8 million investment in the next generation of leaders.Aubrey Stubbs is the Lampasas County Area Go Texan scholarship recipient.
McKenna Harpster was crowned the 2027 World’s Universal Girl at the Our Little Miss World Competition held in Nashville, Tennessee. COURTESY PHOTO

McKenna Harpster was crowned the 2027 World’s Universal Girl at the Our Little Miss World Competition held in Nashville, Tennessee. COURTESY PHOTO

Lampasas teen wins world pageant title

News Staff
Thursday, July 30, 2026
Lampasas High School student McKenna Harpster was named 2027 World’s Universal Girl at the Our Little Miss World Competition held earlier in July.Harpster impressed judges with an energetic tap dance performance to Dolly Parton’s tune “9 to 5.
What nobody tells you about menopause

What nobody tells you about menopause

What nobody tells you about menopause

Danae De Guelle
Monday, July 27, 2026
You’re 48 years old. You’re waking up at 3 a.m. soaked in sweat. You’re exhausted but can’t sleep. You’re gaining weight around your midsection despite eating the same way you always have. Your moods are unpredictable. Your joints ache. Your digestion is off.

Reduced-price meals offered in Lampasas ISD

News Staff
Monday, July 27, 2026
Lampasas ISD will charge for school meals for the 2026-2027 school year. Families are encouraged to complete an application for free or reduced-price meals and return the forms to the students’ campus cafeteria or the Nutrition Services Office, 207 East Avenue A in Lampasas.
Matt Mullican marked the twogallon milestone on July 14 with his blood donation. COURTESY PHOTO

Matt Mullican marked the twogallon milestone on July 14 with his blood donation. COURTESY PHOTO

Blood drive receives good turnout

News Staff
Monday, July 27, 2026
American Red Cross community blood drive coordinator Wanda Lang noted that 57 units of blood were collected at the most recent event in Lampasas.“It was a great day,” she said.
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Taking a break from the heat

News Staff
Monday, July 27, 2026
Hunters Ridge Roofing & Construction Project Manager Curtis Harnois, right foreground, stands on the roof of the William E. Price building in downtown Lampasas while crew members take refuge from withering heat last week. Workers found shade under a large sheet of foam roofing material.
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