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Dan Johnson, at left, attended the Commissioners Court workshop to answer questions about the RKJ Construction bid for courthouse renovation work. He serves as vice president of the local firm. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Dan Johnson, at left, attended the Commissioners Court workshop to answer questions about the RKJ Construction bid for courthouse renovation work. He serves as vice president of the local firm. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Commissioners hold workshop on courthouse renovation bids

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, December 5, 2024
The Lampasas County Commissioners Court held a Monday afternoon workshop to review bids for courthouse renovations that will be completed in 2025.Most of Monday’s meeting was centered around RKJ Construction Inc.’s bid.
Carol Wright stands by the Aggie Moms decorated Christmas tree at the Lampasas County Museum. She won’t be at the museum Saturday night during Carol of Lights, but instead she will be serving as grand marshal for the Holidazzle Christmas Parade. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Carol Wright stands by the Aggie Moms decorated Christmas tree at the Lampasas County Museum. She won’t be at the museum Saturday night during Carol of Lights, but instead she will be serving as grand marshal for the Holidazzle Christmas Parade. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Wright to serve as Holidazzle Parade grand marshal

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, December 5, 2024
Fourth-generation Lampasan Carol Wright will serve as the grand marshal for this Saturday’s annual Carol of Lights Holidazzle Christmas Parade along the downtown area.Wright is first vice president for the Lampasas County Museum and often finds herself within its doors during parade time.

BRIEFLY

Christmas Cantata
Thursday, December 5, 2024
Area residents are invited to attend the 76th annual Christmas Cantata at 5 p.m. Sunday at Lampasas Methodist Church, 2 Alexander.This year’s performance, “Night of Wondrous Things,” is dedicated to music director Mary Tittle, in celebration of her 70th year with the cantata.
COURTESY PHOTO

COURTESY PHOTO

Reports indicate record holiday travel

News Staff
Monday, December 2, 2024
A night sky is seen from a recent American Airlines flight bound for Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport, the third-busiest airport in the world, according to the Airports Council International. The American Automobile Association predicted the week of Nov. 26-Dec.
COURTESY PHOTO LHS welding instructor Jonathan Ellison, at left, is shown with students James Clarkston and Connor Alexander who won their categories at the TSTC Sweetwater Regionals competition, accompanied by welding instructor Stephen Byrd, at right.

COURTESY PHOTO LHS welding instructor Jonathan Ellison, at left, is shown with students James Clarkston and Connor Alexander who won their categories at the TSTC Sweetwater Regionals competition, accompanied by welding instructor Stephen Byrd, at right.

Welding students earn certifications at recent competitions

News Staff
Monday, December 2, 2024
On Nov. 15, Lampasas High School Career and Technical Education students participated in the Sweetwater Texas State Technical College Regionals Competition for the Texas High School Welding Series.“We are very proud of our students who did quite well,” welding instructor Jonathan Ellison said.
JOYCESARAH MCCABE | DISPATCH RECORD

JOYCESARAH MCCABE | DISPATCH RECORD

Huckabee Home on holiday tour

News Staff
Monday, December 2, 2024
The 1870s home of Zach and Krysta Huckabee is to be one of the residences featured on this year’s museum tour. The 2024 Tour of Homes is planned for Dec. 8. Tickets are $15, and may be purchased at the Lampasas County Museum the day of the event or from any museum board member.

Amateur radio license testing to be offered Dec. 14

News Staff
Monday, December 2, 2024
Testing for those interested in obtaining an amateur radio license will take place Dec. 14 at 10 a.m. at the Lampasas Middle School Radio Club station. Parking is available in the lot off West Seventh Street at the rear of the school building.

CORRECTION

News Staff
Monday, December 2, 2024
A Vision Lampasas volunteer was misidentified in a page 1 photo in the Nov. 29 edition of the Dispatch Record.TJ Monroe was helping paint the new mural on the Lampasas County Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center building.

Poinsettia fundraiser deadline approaches

News Staff
Monday, December 2, 2024
Lampasas Lions Club is holding its annual Poinsettia Fundraiser. Red, pink and white varieties are available for $15 each. Delivery is offered for orders of 10 or more plants.To place an order, contact Mindi Pratus at 512-5565722, or purchase online at https://www.zeffy.

Museum to feature holiday contests, bake sale

News Staff
Monday, December 2, 2024
“Christmas Around the World” is the theme for Lampasas County Museum’s annual Christmas Tree and Gingerbread House contests.Displays will be available for viewing all day Saturday, beginning at 10 a.m., during Carol of Lights. The museum is located at 303 S. Western St.
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