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BRIEFLY

News Staff
Thursday, July 21, 2022
BLOOD DRIVE The next American Red Cross Community Blood Drive will be Aug. 9 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the First Street Church of Christ fellowship hall, 201 W. First St.
Amanda Hensley poses with her plant and award as reserve best of show in the adult division in Horticulture. MASON HINES | DISPATCH RECORD

Amanda Hensley poses with her plant and award as reserve best of show in the adult division in Horticulture. MASON HINES | DISPATCH RECORD

County Fair names Best of Show, division winners

News Staff
Monday, July 18, 2022
Best of Show in the adult division of the 2022 County Fair was Naomi Schroyer, who entered a quilt in the textile category. Reserve honors went to Amanda Hensley for her succulent in the horticulture category. Best of Show among the intermediate entrants was Katelyn Martin.
Fiesta Winery's recent upgrades include an expanded seating area, a fireplace and updated bathrooms. MASON HINES | DISPATCH RECORD

Fiesta Winery's recent upgrades include an expanded seating area, a fireplace and updated bathrooms. MASON HINES | DISPATCH RECORD

Family winery adds new tasting space, expands kitchen

Mason Hines
Monday, July 18, 2022
Central Texas vineyards have become a staple in Lampasas and surrounding counties, each adding their own unique flair and flavors to enhance the customer experiences.
Lotus Blewett holds the Humane group’s leucistic snake as young library patrons have a chance to feel its scales. MASON HINES | DISPATCH RECORD

Lotus Blewett holds the Humane group’s leucistic snake as young library patrons have a chance to feel its scales. MASON HINES | DISPATCH RECORD

Lampasas library hosts Reptile Day for students

Mason Hines
Monday, July 18, 2022
The Lampasas Public Library hosted numerous events for children in June, which featured various book readings and special activities such as a taekwondo presentation. One event had to be rescheduled, however, and finally was held last week.
Members attend FFA state convention

Members attend FFA state convention

Members attend FFA state convention

News Staff
Monday, July 18, 2022
While at the FFA State Convention in Fort Worth, Lampasas chapter members participated in two service projects: beautification of Cobb Park and donation of backpacks and school supplies for children in need.
Officers participate in service project

Officers participate in service project

Officers participate in service project

News Staff
Monday, July 18, 2022
Lampasas FFA officers Zechariah Randall, Haylee Finley, in center, and Daecee Ellis helped drop off backpacks at the donation station during their time at the state convention. Community service is an important facet of the FFA mission, members noted. COURTESY PHOTO

CATTLE AUCTION

News Staff
Monday, July 18, 2022
The report from the July 13 Lampasas Cattle Auction follows. Cattle and calves: Total cattle 826, compared to 742 last sale and 639 at this time last year. Compared to last sale, feeder steers and heifers were steady to $5 higher.

Kempner adopts official city flag

Alexandria Randolph
Monday, July 18, 2022
The city of Kempner adopted an official city flag by unanimous vote of the council members last week. In a regular meeting July 12, the Kempner City Council approved the flag design, which will be unveiled at the city’s 25th anniversary celebration in August.
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