LISD continues its mask mandate

  Lampasas Independent School District Superintendent Dr. Chane Rascoe announced that face masks will continue to be required for both students and staff. Last week, LISD sent out surveys to all 670 staffers asking for their opinion on removing face masks in schools.

Lampasas City Council OKs hire of architect firm for Hostess House redesign

The Lampasas City Council is moving forward with plans to revive the historic Hostess House.  During its regular meeting Monday night, the council voted unanimously to hire Austin-based Reliance Architecture to draw up plans for upgrades to the limestone building.

Lampasas Fire Chief updates council on COVID-19

  During the Lampasas City Council workshop session Monday, Lampasas Fire Chief Jeff Smith reported a decrease in cases of the coronavirus. Smith also serves as the city’s emergency management coordinator.  “I continue to have good news as it relates to COVID-19,” Smith said.

Council OKs upcoming community events

The Lampasas City Council has approved a set of proposed community events during which the police department will provide security, traffic control, temporary street closures or other support services.

Don’t miss second dose of COVID-19 vaccine, chief medical officer says

Getting the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine is just as important as having the first dose, according to Dr. James Partin, chief medical officer for Hill Country Memorial. That’s because the immunity nearly doubles after receiving both doses.

Students have success exhibiting livestock

COURTESY PHOTO Lampasas High School freshman Avery Hopson showed her Hampshire barrow to fourth place at the San Antonio Stock Show. COURTESY PHOTO Paige Rutland placed eighth with her cross barrow at the San Antonio Stock Show.

Dispatch seeks photo contest entries for annual Guide to Lampasas magazine

The Lampasas Dispatch Record is seeking photos from readers to be considered for publication in the 2021- 2022 Guide to Lampasas that comes out in April.

Ayers wins regional powerlifting meet

Lampasas senior Alyssa Ayers bench presses 200 pounds while her brother, former Badger state qualifier Jason Ayers, spots. Ayers won region and advanced to state along with Lila Walling, Lauren Hollace and Nimsi Vergara. See story on page 7.