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Blackhawks big bluestem grass is surrounded by garden phlox, Agastache, coreopsis and panicle hydrangea. COURTESY PHOTO | MELINDAMYERS.COM

Blackhawks big bluestem grass is surrounded by garden phlox, Agastache, coreopsis and panicle hydrangea. COURTESY PHOTO | MELINDAMYERS.COM

Consider these winning perennials for the garden

Melinda Myers
Monday, January 5, 2026
When creating a new garden or looking for new additions, check out the Perennial Plants of the Year (PPOY). Selected by members of the Perennial Plant Association, winners must be suited to a wide range of climate conditions, low maintenance and provide multiple seasons of interest.
Winter sowing allows gardeners to start transplants from seeds outdoors using recycled items. courtesy photo | melindamyers.com

Winter sowing allows gardeners to start transplants from seeds outdoors using recycled items. courtesy photo | melindamyers.com

Easy, affordable winter seed starting

Melinda Myers
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Turn off the grow lights, gather a few milk jugs and potting mix, and start planting seeds.Winter sowing is a way to start transplants from seeds outdoors without a greenhouse or cold frame.You’ll save money on equipment and time tending the seeds and seedlings.

Community Bridge to gather next on Jan. 12

News Staff
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Community Bridge met Dec. 8 with five tables of bridge players who enjoyed the cards and the soup, sandwiches and sweets luncheon.Martha Barrett took home first place, Carolyn Anderson won second, and Christine Vann placed third. The highest round was scored by Carolyn Anderson and Beth Griese.
Lometa Regional Park reopened this year after the city had closed it to attend to water issues. Mayor Derek Talley said the reopening was a highlight of 2025. FILE photo

Lometa Regional Park reopened this year after the city had closed it to attend to water issues. Mayor Derek Talley said the reopening was a highlight of 2025. FILE photo

Lometa mayor reflects on progress amid obstacles

Cheri Jay-wienecke
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
For the city of Lometa, 2025 was a year of progress and positivity, despite its struggles.In an interview with the Dispatch Record on Dec. 10, Lometa Mayor Derek Talley highlighted both the city’s successes and its difficulties.
Although the look can be deceiving, this photo capuring vintage automobiles along the Lampasas downtown square was taken in March and published in the April 1, 2025 edition. The image provides a glimpse of what downtown square may have looked like years ago. FILE PHOTO

Although the look can be deceiving, this photo capuring vintage automobiles along the Lampasas downtown square was taken in March and published in the April 1, 2025 edition. The image provides a glimpse of what downtown square may have looked like years ago. FILE PHOTO

A look at 2025 behind the lens

News Staff
Monday, December 29, 2025
It’s not unusual to see cowboys lose a hold of their hats during Riata Roundup action. The annual rodeo takes place in April.
Random Distractions by Mark Montgomery

Random Distractions by Mark Montgomery

Champagne, parties and black-eyes peas

Mark Montgomery
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
As Christmas comes to a conclusion with gifts unwrapped and carols sung, we begin the slide into New Year’s. Quite honestly, it’s never been my favorite holiday. It’s always felt a lot like a Sunday afternoon — no work or school yet, but it wouldn’t be long now.
A view of the new trail developed by Forward Lampasas along Sulphur Creek near the Fourth Street bridge. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

A view of the new trail developed by Forward Lampasas along Sulphur Creek near the Fourth Street bridge. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

New Sulphur Creek trail ready for Lampasas residents

Erick Mitchell
Monday, December 22, 2025
Lampasas residents can soak in the beauty along Sulphur Creek on a new 2,200-foot-long path that extends between the Western Street and Fourth Street bridges.The project was spearheaded by Forward Lampasas, a nonprofit organization that formed earlier this year.
COURTESY PHOTO

COURTESY PHOTO

Spreading the spirit of Christmas

News Staff
Monday, December 22, 2025
The Lampasas Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association hosted a Christmas Party for residents at the Lampasas Nursing and Rehabilitation Center on Dec. 17. Residents were gifted with a Christmas stocking and a new large screen TV for the center’s community area.
Lampasas High School law enforcment team members celebrate at the regional compeition on Dec. 6 after learning of their success. Many law enforcement, firefighting, and EMT teams secured a place at the upcoming state competition in Febuary following the regional meet. COURTESY PHOTO

Lampasas High School law enforcment team members celebrate at the regional compeition on Dec. 6 after learning of their success. Many law enforcement, firefighting, and EMT teams secured a place at the upcoming state competition in Febuary following the regional meet. COURTESY PHOTO

Badger law enforcement, firefighting, EMT teams shine

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, December 18, 2025
Several Lampasas High School law enforcement, firefighting and EMT teams punched their tickets to the Texas Public Service Teachers Association state competition in February after flying high at regionals.LHS hosted the regional competition Dec. 6 with 12 other high schools.
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