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City eyes more recreation opportunities in Lampasas

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, May 8, 2025
Lampasas residents can expect a boost in recreational activities soon. The city is accepting applications for a full-time recreation specialist.City Manager Erin Corbell said this is a new position approved under the 2024-25 fiscal-year budget.
CHLOE COWDREY | DISPATCH RECORD

CHLOE COWDREY | DISPATCH RECORD

A throwback day in the park for dogs

News Staff
Thursday, May 8, 2025
Jo Ann San Miguel poses with her dogs Baylor and Sasha in their hippie costumes at last Saturday’s “Woofstock” event hosted by SAFE Lampasas to support the Lampasas Animal Shelter. For more photos from the event, see page 2.

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Blood Drive
Thursday, May 8, 2025
The next American Red Cross Community Blood Drive will take place May 13-14 at the First Street Church of Christ Family Life Center, 201 W. First St. in Lampasas. Donation hours are 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. both days.The May blood drive is in memory of Robert “Michael” Aaron Sr., who died in January.
Stylish garden gloves and a pruner with comfort grip handles are functional gifts, allowing mom to garden longer. courtesy photo | corona tools

Stylish garden gloves and a pruner with comfort grip handles are functional gifts, allowing mom to garden longer. courtesy photo | corona tools

Gift ideas for mom that keep on giving

Melinda Myers
Thursday, May 8, 2025
Even though your mom may say “It’s the thought that counts,” you want to find the perfect gift this Mother’s Day to express how much you appreciate all she does throughout the year. No matter your budget, it’s possible to give mom a gift that provides days, months and even years of joy.
Ways to improve and maintain the water quality of the Lampasas River watershed will be discussed at a May 19 workshop at the Oakalla Community Center. courtesy photo | texas a&m agrilife

Ways to improve and maintain the water quality of the Lampasas River watershed will be discussed at a May 19 workshop at the Oakalla Community Center. courtesy photo | texas a&m agrilife

Lampasas River water quality training session set for May 19

News Staff
Thursday, May 8, 2025
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board will host a Texas Watershed Steward workshop on the Lampasas River watershed May 19 in Oakalla.The free event will be held at the Oakalla Community Center, 29011 Farm-to-Market Road 963, from 1-5 p.m.
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COURTESY PHOTO

GOP contributes toward K9 program

News Staff
Thursday, May 8, 2025
Wendy Daugherty, chairman of the Lampasas County Republican Party, presents a $1,000 check to Sheriff David Parker as a contribution to the sheriff’s department K9 fund. The local Republican Party made this donation to show its support for law enforcement.

Class Reunion

News Staff
Thursday, May 8, 2025
class of 1962The Lampasas High School Class of 1962 will celebrate its 63rd anniversary on May 17.The event will be hel at the home of Carol Wright, 3668 County Road 2200, starting at noon. Lunch will be served at 1 p.m., catered by Nothin’ Butts BBQ.Please call 512-556-1542 for more information.
Car enthusiasts plan cruise to vineyard

Car enthusiasts plan cruise to vineyard

Car enthusiasts plan cruise to vineyard

News Staff
Thursday, May 8, 2025
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