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Superintendent Dr. Chane Rascoe, at left, and Lampasas school board members listen to a presentation Monday as they consider new disciplinary policies for students who bring prohibited substances to campus. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Superintendent Dr. Chane Rascoe, at left, and Lampasas school board members listen to a presentation Monday as they consider new disciplinary policies for students who bring prohibited substances to campus. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

LISD to crack down this year on e-cig, nicotine products on campus

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, August 10, 2023
Any student attending Lampasas Middle School or Lampasas High School who is caught with a nicotine or tobacco product will be subject to time at the Disciplinary Alternative Education Program campus.
A sign outside a Lampasas ISD campus reminds drivers to slow when entering a designated school zone. Lampasas and Lometa ISD students returned to classes this week. HUNTER KING | DISPATCH RECORD

A sign outside a Lampasas ISD campus reminds drivers to slow when entering a designated school zone. Lampasas and Lometa ISD students returned to classes this week. HUNTER KING | DISPATCH RECORD

Drivers urged to watch for school zones during back-to-school traffic

Alexandria Randolph
Thursday, August 10, 2023
Lampasas students returned to their classrooms Thursday, and law enforcement officials are calling on drivers and pedestrians to be extra cautious in school zones and around buses to keep everyone safe.

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Adjusted Pool Hours
Thursday, August 10, 2023
With the start of school this week, hours at the Hanna Springs Swimming Pool have changed. The pool will be open only on weekends through Sept. 4, when it closes for the season. PORK STEAK DINNER The local 4-H clubs are hosting a Pork Steak Dinner fundraiser on Monday from 4:30-6:30 p.m.
The National Weather Service Dallas/Fort Worth Office has included Lampasas County in an area of “critical fire threat” this week due to high temperatures, dry conditions and gusty winds. COURTESY GRAPHIC | NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE

The National Weather Service Dallas/Fort Worth Office has included Lampasas County in an area of “critical fire threat” this week due to high temperatures, dry conditions and gusty winds. COURTESY GRAPHIC | NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE

County in critical fire risk

Alexandria Randolph
Thursday, August 10, 2023
In the charred wake of four wildfires in Lampasas County, the National Weather Service issued more red flag and excessive heat warnings Thursday morning. According to Lampasas Volunteer Fire Department officials, the 60-acre Lucy Creek fire was contained as of 7 p.m. Monday evening.
COURTESY GRAPHIC | NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE The National Weather Service Dallas/Fort Worth Office has included Lampasas County in an area of “critical fire threat” this week due to high temperatures, dry conditions and gusty winds.

COURTESY GRAPHIC | NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE The National Weather Service Dallas/Fort Worth Office has included Lampasas County in an area of “critical fire threat” this week due to high temperatures, dry conditions and gusty winds.

Red flag warning issued

News Staff
Tuesday, August 8, 2023
The National Weather Service issued a red flag warning Tuesday morning, which comes as no surprise to Lampasans who have been following the Lucy Creek and Kirby Creek wildfires.  According to Lampasas Volunteer Fire Department officials, the 60-acre Lucy Creek fire was contained as of 7 p.m.

Vocational options abound at Lometa ISD

Mason Hines
Tuesday, August 8, 2023
Lometa ISD is changing the game for students this term, with numerous updates to the curriculum being at the forefront. These curriculum updates are part of Lometa’s push to expand the Career and Technical Education program.
Authorities: Lampasas County woman shoots husband, reports herself

Authorities: Lampasas County woman shoots husband, reports herself

Authorities: Lampasas County woman shoots husband, reports herself

Alexandria Randolph
Tuesday, August 8, 2023
A Lampasas County woman was arrested Saturday after authorities said she shot her husband several times. Sarah Jane Ames, 32, was arrested on a charge of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after she allegedly shot her husband multiple times in the arm during a domestic disturbance.
Hostess House plans hit roadblock; council to seek new bids

Hostess House plans hit roadblock; council to seek new bids

Hostess House plans hit roadblock; council to seek new bids

Erick Mitchell
Tuesday, August 8, 2023
An additional $38,000 for Hostess House design plans did not sit well with Lampasas City Council members at their July 24 meeting. So far, the city has paid Reliance Architecture $93,562.50 of the original $130,570 agreement for plans to bring the historic building up to code.

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Utility Assistance
Tuesday, August 8, 2023
The Lampasas Senior Center, 901 S. Live Oak St., is offering water, electric and weatherization assistance to Lampasas County residents in need.
JOYCESARAH MCCABE | DISPATCH RECORD Smoke rises from a charred section of ground during the Lucy Creek fire on Sunday afternoon.

JOYCESARAH MCCABE | DISPATCH RECORD Smoke rises from a charred section of ground during the Lucy Creek fire on Sunday afternoon.

High heat, gusty winds lead to Sunday fire

Joycesarah Mccabe and Alexandria Randolph
Monday, August 7, 2023
Update: Texas A&M Forest Service data shows the Lucy Creek fire is 75% contained as of Monday at 8:41 p.m. Another fire reported northwest of Lometa in the area of County Road 2535 and CR 2509 was listed at 78 acres and 75% contained as of 9:32 p.m.
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