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At left, Lampasas Central Appraisal District Board Chairman Marshal Brewer and Board Member Chris Harrison review the 2025 proposed budget amendments during Thursday’s meeting. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

At left, Lampasas Central Appraisal District Board Chairman Marshal Brewer and Board Member Chris Harrison review the 2025 proposed budget amendments during Thursday’s meeting. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Chief appraiser outlines his request for 2025 budget amendments

Erick Mitchell
Monday, March 31, 2025
The Lampasas Central Appraisal District Board of Directors was not ready to commit to the 22% budget increase proposed by Chief Appraiser Juan Saucedo at Thursday’s regular meeting.

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Arts In The Park
Monday, March 31, 2025
A day of free art activities will be available in Campbell Park on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. as part of the LAFTA-sponsored Arts in the Park for Kids. Musical, theatrical and dance performance will be included with the art activities. Free hot dogs also will be offered.
New Public Works Director John McElroy was introduced to the council last week by City Manager Erin Corbell. McElroy begins his duties today with Lampasas. HUNTER KING | DISPATCH RECORD

New Public Works Director John McElroy was introduced to the council last week by City Manager Erin Corbell. McElroy begins his duties today with Lampasas. HUNTER KING | DISPATCH RECORD

Lampasas City Council approves structural review of Hostess House

Hunter King
Monday, March 31, 2025
During last Monday’s meeting of the Lampasas City Council, the group approved a structural review of the Hostess House.In a 6-1 vote, council members decided to pay $5,950 to LOC Consultants, Structural Division Inc. for the structural review.
Lampasas Child Protective Services board members and Hill Country Children’s Advocacy Center staff pose for a photo with County Judge Randy Hoyer, who holds a proclamation in support of April’s designation as Child Abuse Prevention Month. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Lampasas Child Protective Services board members and Hill Country Children’s Advocacy Center staff pose for a photo with County Judge Randy Hoyer, who holds a proclamation in support of April’s designation as Child Abuse Prevention Month. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

April draws attention to child abuse prevention

Erick Mitchell
Monday, March 31, 2025
Lampasas County Commissioners Court recognized April as Child Abuse Prevention Month at the court’s regular meeting on March 24.
Peppers can be grown in container gardens or the ground. COURTESY PHOTO | ALL-AMERICA SELECTIONS

Peppers can be grown in container gardens or the ground. COURTESY PHOTO | ALL-AMERICA SELECTIONS

Grow an abundant harvest of peppers this season

Melinda Myers
Monday, March 31, 2025
Whether you garden on an acre or a balcony, there’s always room for peppers. Grow them in a vegetable garden, container or with your flowers. The colorful fruit of many varieties makes them a decorative addition to any garden.For those that like it hot, get to know the Scoville scale.
It is said that in every grave a story sleeps, and in every stone history speaks. Many graves at Oak Hill Cemetery are need of someone to care for them. A workday planned for Saturday from 3-6 p.m. is an opportunity to do just that. JOYCESARAH MCCABE | DISPATCHRECORD

It is said that in every grave a story sleeps, and in every stone history speaks. Many graves at Oak Hill Cemetery are need of someone to care for them. A workday planned for Saturday from 3-6 p.m. is an opportunity to do just that. JOYCESARAH MCCABE | DISPATCHRECORD

Community clean-up workday slated for Oak Hill Cemetery

Joycesarah Mccabe
Monday, March 31, 2025
The Oak Hill Cemetery board and city of Lampasas are asking community members to gather at Oak Hill Cemetery on Saturday from 3-6 p.m. for a cleanup.Volunteers are asked to bring their lawnmowers, weed eaters and safety goggles to help restore and maintain this space.

Threat addressed at middle school

Erick Mitchell
Monday, March 31, 2025
A threat made by a Lampasas Middle School student Thursday is under investigation by the Lampasas Police Department.LMS Principal Wes Graham issued a letter Thursday evening to notify parents of the situation.
Several dozen residents attended Monday’s Lampasas County Commissioners Court meeting to protest a private railway reconstruction project that would slice through Burnet and Lampasas counties. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Several dozen residents attended Monday’s Lampasas County Commissioners Court meeting to protest a private railway reconstruction project that would slice through Burnet and Lampasas counties. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Citizens express concerns about proposed rail line

Erick Mitchell And Hunter King
Thursday, March 27, 2025
Lampasas County residents were not shy to offer thoughts on a proposed 26.9-mile railroad line. Numerous citizens showed up at Monday’s Lampasas County Commissioners Court and Lampasas City Council meetings to voice their opinions.

Kempner council hears presentation on 911 services

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, March 27, 2025
Uryan Nelson, the director of planning and regional services for Central Texas Council of Governments, provided Kempner City Council members with insight into the creation of an Emergency Communications District. He made his presentation Tuesday night at the council’s regularly scheduled meeting.
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