The Thanksgiving cactus has toothed or jagged segments and typically blooms earlier than the Christmas cactus. COURTESY PHOTO | MELINDAMYERS.COM
Lampass City Manager Finley deGraffenried announced in July he would step down. FILE PHOTO
ADAM BARRIOS | DISPATCH RECORD Firefighters practice hose advancement and fire suppression as they enter the training building behind the Lampasas Fire Station. The all-day Saturday session offered a controlled environment in which firefighters from across Lampasas County could collaborate and hone their skills to be better prepared for emergencies that might arise.
Participants in Wednesday’s community stakeholders meeting break up into small groups to facilitate discussion on ways to improve the city and plan for future growth. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD
courtesy photo Named the Star Supporter of the Month is Carlos Rodriguez, center, who serves as the high school’s school resource officer. On hand to congratulate him are Clay Phillips, left, of Texas Farm Bureau Insurance and Assistant Principal Ryan Race. “Rodriguez has done a phenomenal job, often going above and beyond his required duties,” said Race.
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