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Lemon cypress trees surrounded by poinsettias create a festive holiday display. COURTESY PHOTO | WWW.MELINDAMYERS.COM

Christmas tree alternatives that provide year-round beauty

Melinda Myers

Monday, December 1, 2025

When looking for a unique holiday tree this season, consider adding a plant you can enjoy now and throughout the year. Select a larger specimen to use as a floor plant, adding dramatic scale to your indoor décor.

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Tour of Homes now 9 days away

News Staff

Wednesday, November 26, 2025

This residence owned by Cherie Garrett at 1007 West Sixth Street will be of the stops on the Lampasas County Museum’s Tour of Homes fundraiser on Dec. 7.

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Local 4-H Gold Star, Silver Clover winners honored

News Staff

Wednesday, November 26, 2025

Two 4-H members from Lampasas County were among the 12 youth and five adults honored during the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service’s District 7 4-H Gold Star and Silver Clover Banquet.The annual event was held at the Tom Green County 4-H center in San Angelo.

Tables were decorated by members Gail Eltgroth and Laurie Davis in preparation for the annual L-M Garden and Civic Club’s Thanksgiving dinner. COURTESY PHOTO

L-M Club makes donation to assist San Saba Garden Club

News Staff

Wednesday, November 26, 2025

On Nov. 17, the L-M Garden Club held its annual Thanksgiving dinner for members, their families and friends. A group of 33 people attended and shared delicious food and great fellowship.Decorations were prepared by Gail Eltgroth and Laurie Davis. The food was prepared by all members.

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GOP candidates file for office

News Staff

Wednesday, November 26, 2025

Last week, Lampasas County Republican Party Chair Wendy Daughtery took applications from several candidates filing for a position on the March 3 Republican Party Primary ballot.

33rd annual TriCounty Toy Run set for Dec. 7

News Staff

Wednesday, November 26, 2025

The TriCounty Toy Run of Central Texas has set its 33rd annual event for Dec. 7, starting at the Frank W. Mayborn Civic & Convention Center in Temple.Registration begins at 9 a.m., with the ride to kick off at 1 p.m. and end at The Hangar at Deer Pasture Airfield outside Lampasas.

The annual Carol of Lights event on Dec. 6 will include a visit from Mrs. Claus at the Lampasas Public Libary. FILE PHOTO

Carol of Lights ready to bring tidings of joy to area residents

Erick Mitchell

Monday, November 24, 2025

Christmas cheer will ring throughout the downtown square for the annual Carol of Lights celebration, set for Dec. 6.Previously, the event was sponsored by Vision Lampasas, but the torch has been passed to the Lampasas Downtown Association, formerly known as the Courtyard Square Association.

RANDOM DISTRACTIONS BY MARK MONTGOMERY

Over the river and through the woods

Mark Montgomery

Monday, November 24, 2025

My perception of reality often doesn’t intersect with what’s actually happening. This will come as no surprise to most people, but I thought I’d just put it out there as a reminder.There are at least a couple of reasons for this.

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AgroTech toy drive underway

News Staff

Monday, November 24, 2025

AgroTech is hosting a Christmas toy drive that will feature agriculture-related toys for children such as play tractors, miniature farm sets and ag books.

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Tour of Homes inches closer

News Staff

Thursday, November 20, 2025

This residence at 999 Howe Street, owned by Kevin and Kim Selden, will be one of the five homes on the Lampasas County Museum’s annual Tour of Homes on Dec. 7.

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