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Heriberto “Eddie” Rodriguez

Heriberto “Eddie” Rodriguez

Kempner appoints interim police chief

Monique Brand
Monday, June 14, 2021
Just days after police chief Charles Rodriguez resigned, Kempner appointed another officer to take his place. Rodriguez submitted his resignation letter June 8, shortly before a Kempner City Council regular meeting.
Many cities see sales tax gains

Many cities see sales tax gains

Many cities see sales tax gains

News Staff
Monday, June 14, 2021
Although the city of Lometa saw its sales tax receipts drop in June, the remainder of the surrounding entities posted economic growth over the comparable period from 2020. See related story on page 8. DISPATCH RECORD GRAPHIC
Dana Holcomb

Dana Holcomb

Former LMS principal named assistant superintendent

Monique Brand
Monday, June 14, 2021
With a new school year approaching, the Lampasas Independent School District’s administration has announced several changes. Dr. Kevin Bott resigned as LISD assistant superintendent last week. He now will take the helm as superintendent for the Santa Fe Independent School District.

BRIEFLY

News Staff
Monday, June 14, 2021
KIWANIS PEACH SALE The Kiwanis Club is offering peaches for sale. A 22-pound box is $50. Proceeds will be used to fund local scholarships. The deadline to order is June 18. Pick-up is from 9-11 a.m. June 26 at the Hostess House parking lot, 1406 U.S. Highway 281 South.
Red steel trusses for the 10,000-square-foot building that will become the new Lampasas Community Church can be seen at its location on East Fourth Street. Monique brand | dispatch record

Red steel trusses for the 10,000-square-foot building that will become the new Lampasas Community Church can be seen at its location on East Fourth Street. Monique brand | dispatch record

Community Church expects new building to be completed by Christmas

Monique Brand
Thursday, June 10, 2021
Construction at a new Lampasas Community Church location on East Fourth Street is moving along, as red steel was erected on the grounds last week. Since the mid-1980s, the congregation has been active in the Lampasas community and surrounding areas.

Rotary Club to host electronics recycling event in Marble Falls

News Staff
Thursday, June 10, 2021
The Rotary Club of Marble Falls is hosting an electronics recycling event June 17-19. Electronics that need to be recycled may be taken to Hill Country Collision, 1425 U.S. Highway 281 South in Marble Falls, June 17-18 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and June 19 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Safety camp offered for elementary ages

News Staff
Thursday, June 10, 2021
Wings of Eagles will host a safety camp for kids, featuring story time, games, crafts, snacks and presentation of certificates. The event will be June 19 from 1-4 p.m. at NCC West, next to New Covenant Church at 1604 Central Texas Expy.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

News Staff
Thursday, June 10, 2021
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Classics at the Classic holds June gathering

Classics at the Classic holds June gathering

Classics at the Classic holds June gathering

News Staff
Thursday, June 10, 2021
Connie Lamb showed off an orange 1929 Roadster, which has a 283 engine with an automatic powerglide transmission, at the recent gathering of classic car enthusiasts. SHARON CARRIGAN | COURTESY PHOTO
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