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Texas Attorney General recognizes National Adoption Month

In recognition of National Adoption Month, Attorney General Ken Paxton is encouraging Texans to purchase the “Support Adoption” license plate that funds the “Support Adoption” Grant Program administered by the Office of the Attorney General.

GRAND JURY

Lampasas County grand jury convened last week to continue the July term.

DISTRICT COURT

Lampasas County 27th District Court convened last week with Judge John Gauntt presiding over the day’s hearings.Defendant Kyle Eugene Wessling of Copperas Cove entered a plea of guilty to a charge of forgery of a financial instrument greater than or equal to $2,500 and less than $30,000.

ARRESTS

The following arrests were reported to the Lampasas Dispatch Record by area law enforcement officials. The Dispatch Record prints the name and charge(s) of people arrested on at least one Class B misdemeanor – or more serious – charge.Nov.

Holiday deadlines in effect for Thanksgiving

With the Thanksgiving holidays approaching, early deadlines are in effect at the Dispatch Record for next week.News and advertising items for the Friday, Nov. 29 edition are due by Tuesday at noon.News and advertising items for the Tuesday, Dec. 2 edition are due by Wednesday at noon.
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Mrs. Claus plans a visit here

Mrs. Claus and Santa are preparing for their trip to Lampasas Dec. 7 to participate in Carol of Lights festivities. For more on their upcoming visit, see page 2.
Juan Saucedo comes to Lampasas from Real County, where he served as chief appraiser. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Juan Saucedo comes to Lampasas from Real County, where he served as chief appraiser. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Saucedo brings experience to LCAD

Juan Saucedo is bringing more than 10 years of experience as a chief appraiser to the Lampasas Central Appraisal District.Saucedo started his new role on Monday, taking over for former chief appraiser Susan Jones who finished her LCAD tenure at the end of July.

BRIEFLY

The city of Lampasas will host a Meet and Greet today from 2-4 p.m. at the City Administration building, 312 E. Third St. Stop by to visit with City Manager Erin Corbell.