Lillian Coriane Porter of Fort Rucker, Alabama, and Lt. Kyle Alexander Wright of Fort Sill, Oklahoma, were married Oct.

Archeological excavations have been ongoing in the Central Texas area for the past seven years. Dr. Steve Howard from the Gault School of Archeological Research and a professor of archeology, continues to supervise this work.

The next date for Community Bridge is Monday at 1 p.m. Interested players gather at the fellowship hall of First Presbyterian Church. Call or text Margaret Oberender at 512-689-5201 by Saturday for reservations.

First United Methodist Church will present its 74th annual Christmas Cantata Sunday at 5 p.m. in the sanctuary.

You might have heard, or even had this conversation before: “I’ve lost so much weight, I don’t want to derail my progress with holiday candy and sweets, so please, no stocking stuffers!” Or perhaps this one: “She’s gotten into fitness lately. What kind of gift could I give her that will show my support?” Both these struggles can be easily assuaged with a few quick tips from a fitness professional about fitness-friendly stocking stuffers.

Historians say the Lampasas Fire Department began giving out Christmas gifts in 1891. The gift of an apple or an orange was a big deal then, and that is precisely what those firemen distributed.

On a sunny morning in mid-October at a ranch in eastern Lampasas County, a single rider trots a gelding around a small arena. She is observed by a collection of onlookers, both men and women, some in work wear suited to a Texas ranch, and others dressed as if they have simply stepped out to do their weekly grocery shopping.

Lometa L-M Garden and Civic Club had its annual Thanksgiving meal with family and friends on Nov. 21 at 7 p.m.

EDITOR’S NOTE: Lampasas historian Jeff Jackson has researched a number of local history topics. The following is the second part of a series on an early-day editor of the Lampasas Dispatch. Part one ran Nov. 18.

A tree lighting celebration will take place Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Copperas Cove City Park, 1206 West Avenue B.