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Flames fly at Fastest Torch contest

News Staff
Thursday, January 9, 2025
Emmanuel Prado sends a fiery shower of sparks during the Fastest Torch contest Wednesday evening at this year’s Lampasas County Youth Livestock Show.
While bridge work is being conducted, East Third Street traffic will be rerouted to Millican Street, East Avenue A and Hackberry Street. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

While bridge work is being conducted, East Third Street traffic will be rerouted to Millican Street, East Avenue A and Hackberry Street. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

TxDOT set to replace Third Street Bridge

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, January 9, 2025
The Texas Department of Transportation was scheduled to start its replacement of the Third Street Bridge at Burleson Creek on Monday.TxDOT said Lampasas residents should expect the project to last for six months.Acme Bridge will be responsible for the project.

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Community Blood Drive
Thursday, January 9, 2025
The next American Red Cross Blood Drive in Lampasas is Tuesday from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at First Street Church of Christ’s Family Life Center, 201 W. First St.To make an appointment to donate, call 800-RedCross, go online to RedCrossBlood.org or download the app to a mobile device.

Soccer team sees success at first tournament

Hunter King
Monday, January 6, 2025
The Lampasas boys’ soccer team played its first regular-season matches of the 2025 season in the Gatesville tournament last week.In their first match, the Badgers picked up a 2-0 win over Robinson.“First match always gives you a starting point,” head coach Samuel Burnside said after the performance.

Tree trimming

News Staff
Monday, January 6, 2025
The city of Lampasas has contracted with McCoy Tree Surgery to trim around electric lines. The northeast section of town is planned for this work.Homeowners will be notified via door tags when trees are to be trimmed on their property.Those with questions should call City Hall at 512-556-8315.
ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

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Gas line maintenance work performed

News Staff
Monday, January 6, 2025
Atmos Energy began construction efforts last week to maintain natural gas pipelines in town. Pictured here are workers along West Fourth Street in between South Willis and South Rice Street on Thursday.
Sheriff David Parker started his new position on Jan. 1. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Sheriff David Parker started his new position on Jan. 1. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Parker: the new sheriff in town

Erick Mitchell
Monday, January 6, 2025
Lampasas County’s new sheriff, David Parker, is just days into his first term in office but already is planning ahead for the future in the Lampasas County Sheriff’s Office.Parker was sworn in on New Year’s Day. He believes the transition to his leadership has been smooth.

Snow, wintry mix in forecast this week

Erick Mitchell
Monday, January 6, 2025
Lampasas residents can expect cold temperatures to continue throughout the week, with chances of snow and a wintry mix possible Wednesday night through Thursday morning.Texas is experiencing conditions associated with a polar vortex, meaning arctic air has made its way to the Lone Star State.

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News Staff
Monday, January 6, 2025
TREE CLASSLampasas Community Gardens will host a Tree Class presented by Texas A&M Forestry Service on Jan. 11. The class will be held from 2-4 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church’s Fellowship Hall.Tickets have a $25 suggested donation fee.
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