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Upgraded cleaning measures are part of the school district’s plan to safely return in-person learning on its campuses. Lampasas ISD released its plan of action Tuesday. METRO CREATIVE GRAPHICS, INC.

Upgraded cleaning measures are part of the school district’s plan to safely return in-person learning on its campuses. Lampasas ISD released its plan of action Tuesday. METRO CREATIVE GRAPHICS, INC.

Lampasas ISD releases safe return plan

Monique Brand
Thursday, July 29, 2021
The Lampasas Independent School District released a draft of its upcoming operating plans for the 2021-2022 school year. The plan outlines procedures for a safe return to on-campus classes while dealing with coronavirus concerns. Superintendent Dr.
Kempner hosts car seat safety event

Kempner hosts car seat safety event

Kempner hosts car seat safety event

News Staff
Thursday, July 29, 2021
One-year-old Aaron Correia enjoys a video on his mom’s phone as he waits for his car seat to be inspected at the Kempner Volunteer Fire Department Wednesday afternoon. Eleven car seats were inspected in the two-hour event, and four were replaced.
Two say they will seek county clerk position

Two say they will seek county clerk position

Two say they will seek county clerk position

News Staff
Thursday, July 29, 2021
Dianne Miller on Tuesday announced her intent to file and run for Lampasas County clerk. County Clerk Connie Hartmann, who has held the position since 1983, said recently she will not seek re-election in 2022.
Two say they will seek county clerk position

Two say they will seek county clerk position

Two say they will seek county clerk position

News Staff
Thursday, July 29, 2021
Dee Ann Crawford has announced she will be a candidate for Lampasas County clerk in next year’s primary election. Longtime incumbent County Clerk Connie Hartmann has decided she will not run for re-election.

BRIEFLY

News Staff
Thursday, July 29, 2021
FOOD PANTRY The St. Mary Catholic Church food pantry will distribute food July 30 from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Those in need are invited to go to the church parking lot at 701 N. Key Ave. Volunteers will load groceries into each vehicle.
This Stewart Stevenson military truck was given to the Kempner Volunteer Fire Department to use as a brush truck. TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE

This Stewart Stevenson military truck was given to the Kempner Volunteer Fire Department to use as a brush truck. TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE

Kempner VFD’s ‘new’ brush truck ready for use

News Staff
Monday, July 26, 2021
The Kempner Volunteer Fire Department converted a Stewart Stevenson 5-ton excess military truck into a large brush truck. The truck was received from Texas A&M Forest Service through the Department of Defense Firefighter Property Program and designed for rough terrain and longer staying power.

SHEEP, GOAT AUCTION

News Staff
Monday, July 26, 2021
The July 22 market report from Mills County Commission Co. follows. Total receipts: 2,746. Previous week: 4,362. Trends: Light kids $5 higher. Slaughter kids $10-$15 lower; slaughter nannies $20-$25 lower; replacement nannies $10-$15 lower.
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