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Volunteer Drivers Needed
Monday, May 15, 2023
The Lampasas Multi-Service Center at 901 S. Live Oak is seeking volunteers to assist with its Meals on Wheels program. One fulltime driver is needed once a week, and substitute drivers also are needed. Those interested may stop by the center and speak with the director, Julie Windham.
JOYCESARAH MCCABE | DISPATCH RECORD

JOYCESARAH MCCABE | DISPATCH RECORD

Prom royalty reigns, rain or shine

News Staff
Monday, May 15, 2023
Lampasas High School Prom King Coulson Plouff and Queen Brooklynn Minnick were crowned during the 2023 promenade inside the high school cafeteria. Rain over the weekend necessitated that the promenade be held indoors, rather than at W.M. Brook Park as planned.
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HUNTER KING | DISPATCH RECORD

Top students recognized

News Staff
Monday, May 15, 2023
At left, Valedictorian Anna Burgess accepts her honors. At right, Salutatorian Ben Stone accepts his honors from Lampasas High School Principal Joey McQueen at 2023 Senior Awards Night on April 26. Read more about the Lampasas High School Class of 2023 graduates in our upcoming graduation edition.
A National Weather Service graphic shows possible rainfall of over three inches and a 10 to 20 percent chance of flooding in Lampasas County.

A National Weather Service graphic shows possible rainfall of over three inches and a 10 to 20 percent chance of flooding in Lampasas County.

Flood watch, heavy rain in forecast

Erick Mitchell
Friday, May 12, 2023
With heavy rain in the forecast for Lampasas County, the National Weather Service has issued a flood watch from tonight at 7 p.m. though Sunday at 7 p.m. In a hazardous weather outlook report, NWS meteorologists note possibilities of severe storms that could bring large-sized hail this evening.

CEMETERY ASSOCIATIONS

News Staff
Thursday, May 11, 2023
HILLSDALE CEMETERY The Hillsdale Cemetery Association will meet May 20 at 9:30 a.m. for its annual meeting. The GPS address is 278 Hillsdale Rd., just off Slater Road.
COURTESY PHOTO

COURTESY PHOTO

Retired teachers visit Texas legislators

News Staff
Thursday, May 11, 2023
A group of Lampasas County retired teachers joined with hundreds of Texas Retired Teachers Association members at the Capitol in Austin to advocate for a cost-of-living adjustment for retired educators. Pictured with State Sen.
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EWRICKMITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Blood drive comes to Lampasas

News Staff
Thursday, May 11, 2023
This was the scene at Tuesday’s community blood drive, held at First Street Church of Christ’s fellowship hall. A number of county residents donate blood regularly for those in need.

Reminder: Do not leave dogs unattended in vehicles

Joycesarah Mccabe
Thursday, May 11, 2023
As temperatures are on the rise in Lampasas, it is important to remember not to leave pets in unattended vehicles. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, temperatures inside a vehicle can rise almost 20 degrees in just 10 minutes and almost 30 degrees in just 20 minutes.
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teresa thornton | Dispatch Record

Abstract firm holds open house

News Staff
Thursday, May 11, 2023
The Lampasas County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon-cutting and open house last week at Lampasas County Abstract Co. in downtown Lampasas. Holding the scissors is Velda Brown, manager of the firm.
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