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Motorcycles pull into the Putters & Gutters Fun Center parking lot in December 2020 as part of the annual Tri-County Toy Run. FILE PHOTO

Motorcycles pull into the Putters & Gutters Fun Center parking lot in December 2020 as part of the annual Tri-County Toy Run. FILE PHOTO

Two events slated in December to benefit area children

Monique Brand
Monday, November 29, 2021
’Tis the season of giving, and Lampasas County residents will have several opportunities to benefit area children. The first event – a tri-county toy run – is slated for Sunday.
Viewing noted for Holidazzle Lighted Christmas Parade

Viewing noted for Holidazzle Lighted Christmas Parade

Viewing noted for Holidazzle Lighted Christmas Parade

News Staff
Monday, November 29, 2021
Saturday’s lighted Christmas parade is scheduled to begin winding its way to downtown Lampasas at 6:30 p.m. Staging will take place on Western Avenue behind the old middle school campus. Decorated floats, cars, trucks, bicycles and anything with wheels is allowed to participate.
Leaves show signs of autumn

Leaves show signs of autumn

Leaves show signs of autumn

News Staff
Monday, November 29, 2021
Examples of fall were evident at W.M. Brook Park Saturday afternoon. Lampasas residents can enjoy the fall season through Dec. 21, the first day of winter. VERONICA BUTLER | DISPATCH RECORD

Teen arrested after alleged hit-and-run collision

News Staff
Monday, November 29, 2021
A 17-year-old was in police custody Monday after authorities alleged he fled a scene of a crash last week. On Wednesday, the Lampasas County Sheriff’s Office was called to a hit-and-run crash inside Lampasas city limits and was informed that a white GMC Sierra left the scene.
Residents can visit Santa’s Village in Lampasas

Residents can visit Santa’s Village in Lampasas

Residents can visit Santa’s Village in Lampasas

News Staff
Monday, November 29, 2021
Santa’s workshop is on display at W.M. Brook Park just in time for the annual Christmas on the Creek event slated for 5 to 8 p.m. Dec. 11. From Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day, residents and visitors can enjoy a lighted Christmas display at the park as well. VERONICA BUTLER | DISPATCH RECORD
Drivers made their way to the pump on Friday to gear up for traveling around the Thanksgiving weekend. MONIQUE BRAND | DISPATCH RECORD

Drivers made their way to the pump on Friday to gear up for traveling around the Thanksgiving weekend. MONIQUE BRAND | DISPATCH RECORD

Gas price highest in eight years, AAA rep says

Veronica Butler
Monday, November 29, 2021
The statewide average gas price is $3 for a gallon of regular unleaded fuel, according to the Nov. 23 report from the AAA Texas Weekend Gas Watch. That price is five cents less than it was the previous week and $1.21 more per gallon compared to the same day last year.
Kempner Municipal Judge and former mayor Gene Isenhour, left, stands with current Kempner Mayor John Wilkerson and honored with the city’s inaugural Impression Award. CITY OF KEMPNER FACEBOOK PAGE

Kempner Municipal Judge and former mayor Gene Isenhour, left, stands with current Kempner Mayor John Wilkerson and honored with the city’s inaugural Impression Award. CITY OF KEMPNER FACEBOOK PAGE

Kempner honors residents, businesses with Impression Awards

Monique Brand
Monday, November 29, 2021
Kempner residents and local businesses who give back to the community will be awarded by city officials, starting this year. Each November and December, Kempner city officials will present Impression Awards to those who continue to do well in serving the community. During its Nov.
Santa made an appearance during last year’s Carol of Lights —a festival held annually on the courthouse square. Organizers expect the 2021 event to be full-scale, whereas last year’s was reduced in scope due to coronavirus concerns. FILE PHOTO

Santa made an appearance during last year’s Carol of Lights —a festival held annually on the courthouse square. Organizers expect the 2021 event to be full-scale, whereas last year’s was reduced in scope due to coronavirus concerns. FILE PHOTO

Annual Carol of Lights festival kicks off Saturday

Veronica Butler
Monday, November 29, 2021
Vision Lampasas’ annual Carol of Lights celebration is scheduled for Saturday, with events from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on the courthouse square. The Holidazzle Lighted Christmas Parade will start at 6:30 p.m. in the downtown area. It is sponsored by Ajinomoto Foods.

POINSETTIA FUNDRAISER

News Staff
Monday, November 29, 2021
The Lampasas Lions Club will offer its Poinsettia Fundraiser again this year. Poinsettias are available in red and pink at $15 each. The Lions Club provides vision exams and glasses for children and adults throughout Lampasas County.

FIRE DEPARTMENT TOY DRIVE

News Staff
Monday, November 29, 2021
The Lampasas Fire Department is preparing for its annual Firefighters’ Christmas for the Needy. The department is accepting donations of money, new toys and new bikes at the fire station, located at 1107 East Fourth St. Toy donations will be accepted through Dec. 14.
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