Surving the Holidays seminar on tap for November
News Staff
It may be early October, but the holiday season is fast approaching.
Thursday, October 1, 2026
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Bridge players to meet again Oct. 12
News Staff
Tom Casbeer turned in the highest score at the recent Community Bridge play date. Beth Griess was second, and Carolyn Anderson was third.
Thursday, October 1, 2026
RANDOM DISTRACTIONS BY MARK MONTGOMERY
Stranger on the shore
Mark Montgomery
Iwas 13 when I went to my first formal dance. It was in the cafeteria at Porter Junior High, and I had a date with one of the prettiest girls in my class. I don’t say that in a bragging sense, but more of a confused one.
Thursday, October 1, 2026
James Kincheloe, center, shows off the plaque he received at the annual Classics at the Classic Car Show. The show for next year is planned for Sept. 11, 2027. COURTESY PHOTO
Classics at the Classic winners showcase vintage Fords
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Monday, September 28, 2026
Princettia Sparkling Rouge poinsettia has red bracts with a pink splash pattern. COURTESY PHOTO | WWW.MELINDAMYERS.COM
Nudge poinsettias, holiday cacti into bloom
Melinda Myers
Colorful poinsettias and flowering Thanksgiving or Christmas cactus fill garden centers and homes during the holiday season.
Monday, September 28, 2026
LAFTA board members stand alongside sculpture artists after five new pieces were installed at the Hanna Springs Sculpture Garden within Campbell Park on Sept. 12. COURTESY PHOTO
LAFTA ready for Boots and Blazers Ball after sculpture installation
Erick Mitchell
Whether it be promoting the arts for children or bringing new sculptures to Campbell Park, the Lampasas Association for the Arts initiatives wouldn’t be possible without support from the community.On Oct. 10, the local nonprofit will host its annual Boots and Blazers Ball at the Hanna Springs...
Thursday, September 24, 2026
Cat Cotman at right gives instructions on how to make a succulent fairy garden. COURTESY PHOTO
L-M Garden Club hosts first meeting of new year
News Staff
On Sept. 21, the L-M Garden and Civic Club held its first meeting of the 2026-2027 calendar year.Tico Hicks and Val Cash were hostesses for the evening.
Thursday, September 24, 2026
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Dual-credit deal gives LHS CTE students a head start
Erick Mitchell
Lampasas High School students enrolled in cosmetology, EMT and construction courses can now earn entry-level credentials.The opportunities are made possible through a new dual-credit partnership with Lamar State College Orange.
Monday, September 21, 2026
Lampasas High School has named Bob Davis, center, its Teacher of the Month for August. Assistant Principal Ryan Race, at left, said Davis “is an amazing English I and General Employability teacher. He shows what a good teacher looks like with his calm demeanor and great relationships with his students.” Clay Phillips of Texas Farm Bureau Insurance also was on hand to recognize Davis. COURTESY PHOTO
LHS selects faculty of the month
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Monday, September 21, 2026
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‘Give Like Dolly Day’ set for Sept. 25
News Staff
The Dollywood Foundation has set Sept. 25 as “Give Like Dolly Day,” dedicated to supporting local Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library programs and honoring her legacy of inspiring children to dream big and develop a lifelong love of reading.The Lampasas Public Library and Library Foundation of...
Monday, September 21, 2026