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Full moon as Passover begins

News Staff
Monday, April 6, 2026
The skies over Lampasas were illumined by moonlight last week as the holy days celebrated by Jews and Christians started with Passover on April 1.
Jessie Acosta

Jessie Acosta

New parks director hired from within city staff

Hunter King
Monday, April 6, 2026
In November, the city of Lampasas named Jessie Acosta as the new parks director. He started as a park technician in 2006 when he was 23 years old. Acosta now is in his new position and said he is excited to continue serving the city and improving the parks for residents to enjoy.
COURTESY PHOTO

COURTESY PHOTO

The great hunt is on!

News Staff
Monday, April 6, 2026
Lily Springs Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center hosted an Easter egg hunt Friday morning for area youngsters. A hot dog meal was served and other activities were available. For more photos, see page 3 inside.
The site of the future Thomas Cameron BESS along County Road 2275.The facility is one of several planned for Lampasas County, according to ERCOT. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

The site of the future Thomas Cameron BESS along County Road 2275.The facility is one of several planned for Lampasas County, according to ERCOT. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Hoyer outlines county’s options to limit proposed BESS facilities

Erick Mitchell
Monday, April 6, 2026
County Judge Randy Hoyer hinted last week that a resolution opposing the development of data centers, battery energy storage systems and other renewable energy projects such as solar farms will feature in an upcoming Commissioners Court meeting.
COURTESY PHOTO

COURTESY PHOTO

Reflecting on the crucifixion

News Staff
Monday, April 6, 2026
The Rev. Paul Allan of Lampasas Methodist Church carries a wooden cross along Key Avenue to commemorate Jesus’ death on what Christians recognize as Good Friday. Allan noted it was Jesus’ love that motivated the great sacrifice.

BRIEFLY

News Staff
Monday, April 6, 2026
SENIOR GAME NIGHTTown & Country Study Club will host Senior Game Night & Dinner at the Lampasas Senior Center on April 23, starting at 6 p.m.The event for senior citizens is free. No registration is needed.
Rodeo Queen Karlee Parker, at left, helps congratulate the team roping winners as they show off their buckles. The event was sponsored by Capital Farm Credit of San Saba. COURTESY PHOTO | TERRI HARRIS

Rodeo Queen Karlee Parker, at left, helps congratulate the team roping winners as they show off their buckles. The event was sponsored by Capital Farm Credit of San Saba. COURTESY PHOTO | TERRI HARRIS

Diamondback Jubilee Rodeo results are in

News Staff
Thursday, April 2, 2026
The Diamondback Jubilee Rodeo drew entrants across a number of categories for both the Friday night and Saturday night competition.Results from last weekend’s event in Lometa follow:FRIDAY NIGHT RODEO Barrels1st – Audrey Hitt of Belton, 17.271 2nd – Kaitlin Sutherland of Richland Springs, 17.

Alzheimer’s series to be offered again in Lampasas

News Staff
Thursday, April 2, 2026
In partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association North Central Texas Chapter, Lampasas County Extension Agent Karen DeZarn will teach a two-part program on Alzheimer’s.The series will be offered at the Lampasas Senior Center, 901 S. Live Oak St., on April 21 and April 28 at 10 a.m.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

News Staff
Thursday, April 2, 2026
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. Email to news@lampasas. com, or mail to: Calendar Lampasas Dispatch Record P.O.

Lometa to adopt new school calendar

Mason Hines
Thursday, April 2, 2026
Instructional updates and preparations for the upcoming school year were the focus of Tuesday’s meeting for the Lometa Independent School District Board of Trustees, with administrative updates leading the meeting.
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