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RANDOM DISTRACTIONS BY MARK MONTGOMERY

RANDOM DISTRACTIONS BY MARK MONTGOMERY

Are you talking to me?

Mark Montgomery
Thursday, February 5, 2026
“ When I ask how old your toddler is, I don’t need to hear ‘27 months.’ ‘He’s 2’ will do just fine. He’s not a cheese…” -- George CarlinI’m not one to pick up on the newest term or phrase.

Church to hold annual auction

News Staff
Thursday, February 5, 2026
The annual Pearl Church of Christ Valentine Auction will take place Feb. 15.Bidding will start after the church service and close around 1 p.m.Items will be displayed in the church dining room now through Feb. 10 for early bidders.
ERICK MITCHELL| DISPATCH RECORD

ERICK MITCHELL| DISPATCH RECORD

Remembering those who served our country

News Staff
Thursday, February 5, 2026
This “Wall of Valor” display is located at the Lampasas Senior Center. The center encourages Lampasas residents to visit and connect with senior residents while there, and also take time to observe the Wall of Valor.
Lampasas High School theatre students, from left, Michael Haley, Aurora Walker and Johnny Reyes are participating in the UIL One-Act Play competition for the first time. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Lampasas High School theatre students, from left, Michael Haley, Aurora Walker and Johnny Reyes are participating in the UIL One-Act Play competition for the first time. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

LHS theatre trio sets sights on State for UIL One-Act Play

Erick Mitchell
Monday, February 2, 2026
Lampasas High School theatre students Michael Haley, Johnny Reyes and Aurora Walker will try not to “break a leg” during the March UIL One-Act Play performance.The trio -- who have had their own individual journeys into the theatre program -- are participating in the One-Act Play competition for...

Lampasas ISD considering cuts to educational support staff

Erick Mitchell
Monday, February 2, 2026
Facing a $3 million budget deficit in the current fiscal year, Lampasas ISD officials said the district will be forced to trim some of its educational support staff to help balance the budget before the 2026-2027 FY budget season arrives.The budget approved by the LISD Board of Trustees in August...
BY ERICK MITCHELL DISPATCH RECORD

BY ERICK MITCHELL DISPATCH RECORD

That time I spun out on the interstate

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, January 29, 2026
It’s been hard for me not to chuckle at the videos on my social media feed of Texas drivers turning into Olympic ice skaters on the roadway.Growing up in the Alamo City, wintry weather was a rarity.

Severe weather education class set for Feb. 12

News Staff
Thursday, January 29, 2026
The 2026 spring severe weather season is not too far away, and the National Weather Service and local public safety officials want area residents to be ready.The National Weather Service Office in Fort Worth will conduct a free Severe Weather Education class in Coryell County on Feb. 12 from 6-8...
COURTESY PHOTO | AXIOM DIGITAL PRODUCTIONS

COURTESY PHOTO | AXIOM DIGITAL PRODUCTIONS

Groundbreaking held for The Retreat on the Creek

News Staff
Thursday, January 29, 2026
A new Lampasas business recently broke ground on its property at 805 S. Pecan St. Pictured to the right of the sign are owner Cegie Butts with husband Brad, son Brennon, other family members and Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Melissa Unger.
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