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Cities in Lampasas County and the surrounding areas posted solid sales tax gains this period. DISPATCH RECORD GRAPHIC

Cities in Lampasas County and the surrounding areas posted solid sales tax gains this period. DISPATCH RECORD GRAPHIC

State comptroller says sales tax growth is slowing

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar said the most recent period of business activity reflected a trend of significant but slowing growth for sales tax revenue. His statement came in a news release announcing the latest sales tax allocations to Texas cities, counties and special-purpose districts.
Mayor TJ Monroe, standing at the Lampasas County Museum, reads the proclamation opening a year of celebration for the Lampasas sesquicentennial. JOYCESARAH MCCABE | DISPATCH RECORD

Mayor TJ Monroe, standing at the Lampasas County Museum, reads the proclamation opening a year of celebration for the Lampasas sesquicentennial. JOYCESARAH MCCABE | DISPATCH RECORD

Proclamation celebrates Lampasas’ 150 years

The Lampasas County Museum hosted a ceremony Friday to begin a year of celebrating Lampasas’ sesquicentennial. Museum board president Boyce Cabaniss opened the event by introducing Mayor TJ Monroe and reminding attendees to stay for refreshments that included Blue Bell ice cream.

Lometa ISD bond option on May 6 ballot

With election season just around the corner, Lometa Independent School District officials are hopeful for a good turnout at the bond election on May 6. Lometa Superintendent Rob Moore noted how important the community is to the school district and how community residents can support the school.
Courtney Duncan

Courtney Duncan

Meet the candidates: Three vying for Lometa school board positions

EDITOR’S NOTE: The Dispatch Record provided a questionnaire to Lometa Independent School District candidates so residents could learn more about them and their interest in holding public office. The candidates seeking the two at-large positions on the school board are featured here.

BRIEFLY

The next Lampasas Community Blood Drive, offered by the American Red Cross, will be May 9-10. First Street Church of Christ at 201 W. First St. will host the drive in the fellowship hall. Hours on May 9 are 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The May 10 donation hours are 12:305:30 p.m.

KWSC notifies of CR 3210 leak

Kempner Water Supply Corp. issued notice of a leak on Friday morning at a little after 9 a.m. “Members, there is a leak on [County Road] 3210.  KWSC is on site and repairs are underway. All of CR 3210 will likely experience loss of water pressure,” officials said.
Museum to recognize Lampasas sesquicentennial

Museum to recognize Lampasas sesquicentennial

Museum to recognize Lampasas sesquicentennial

Those who have studied Texas history know that April 21 is San Jacinto Day, commemorating the battle in which Sam Houston and his rag-tag Texians defeated the much-larger Mexican Army, captured Gen. Santa Anna and won Texas its independence.

Concerts at museum continue through April

Lampasas County Museum will offer two more Saturday concert dates featuring local musicians. The free performances have been held in conjunction with the museum’s “And the Beat Goes On” exhibit that celebrates the music legacy of the county.

Band Boosters to host annual fundraiser tomorrow

The Lampasas Band Parents Booster Club will host its Tunes-NTaters fundraiser Saturday from 4-7 p.m. at the Lampasas High School gymnasium. The event will include a loaded baked potato dinner, silent auction and music performed by the LHS jazz band. Cost for the event is $15.