Cole Rutland placed first with his Class 1 Berkshire hog at the San Antonio Stock Show. From left are Chad Hopson; Cole Rutland’s father, Jeff, and mother, Stephanie; Cole Rutland; Braeden Hopson; and Cole’s sister, Paige. LAMPASAS FFA FACEBOOK PAGE

Casino Night, originally set for Feb. 20, has been rescheduled for April 24 at the county show barn.

The loss of power, water and closure of many stores added to the challenges presented by last week’s near-zero-degree winter blast. Some areas of town maintained power most of the week, which several citizens say is because their homes are on the same electric grid as the hospital.

Brenda Smith and Doug Smith of Lampasas proudly announce the graduation of their daughter, Stephanie K. Baumann from the University of Houston-Victoria on December 12,2020. Stephanie received her Master of Education in Administration and Supervision with an emphasis on the Principalship. She graduated with a 4.0 after attending a one year program with the University.

Have you ever wondered why you feel sluggish, groggy or out of sorts when there seems to be no reason? The answer could be simpler than you expect. You may be dehydrated.

Tax Aide-certified volunteers will be available this year to help individuals with their income tax preparation. This free service is offered at the Lampasas Senior Center, 901 S. Live Oak, each week from Feb. 2 through April 13.

Registration has begun for AdventHealth’s annual Silver Classic 5K Run and 3K Walk, set for March 28. The race is part of the CenTex Race Series, which offers local runners more than a dozen races throughout the year.

Several congregations offered Ash Wednesday services in Lampasas this week to mark the start of Lent. Local priests and pastors also provided guidance on Lenten practices.

After nine months as a Dispatch Record staff writer, the time has come for me to say goodbye to Lampasas. This week’s frigid weather foreshadows the conditions that await at my next destination.

February is American Heart Month, and the heart still is one of the most crucial components of overall health. Heart disease and related heart conditions are the leading cause of death in America each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control.