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KAYE MCDANIEL | COURTESY PHOTO Texas is home to the nation’s largest population of wild turkeys. Some 586,000 turkeys roam the state, and hunters are expected to harvest 30,000-35,000 gobblers during the 2024-2025 hunting seasons, according to Texas Parks and Wildlife Department projections.

KAYE MCDANIEL | COURTESY PHOTO Texas is home to the nation’s largest population of wild turkeys. Some 586,000 turkeys roam the state, and hunters are expected to harvest 30,000-35,000 gobblers during the 2024-2025 hunting seasons, according to Texas Parks and Wildlife Department projections.

Seven homegrown holiday staples boost Texas’ economy

News Staff
Monday, December 23, 2024
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar’s office has posted the following news release that celebrates local farmers and ranchers for all they add to the state’s economy.The information below was written by Kelly Langford for the December 2024 “Fiscal Notes,” produced by the comptroller’s office.

Killeen Mall suspect ID’d as Kempner man

News Staff
Monday, December 23, 2024
Texas Department of Public Safety authorities have identified 53-year-old John Darrel Schultz of Kempner as the driver in a car chase that ended inside the Killeen Mall on Saturday. Schultz drove his vehicle “several hundred yards” into a JC Penney department store, injuring five people, DPS Sgt.
Every calf born reminds every rancher that we are part of something bigger than ourselves. joycesarah mccabe | dispatch record

Every calf born reminds every rancher that we are part of something bigger than ourselves. joycesarah mccabe | dispatch record

For farmers and ranchers, Christmas provides powerful reminders

Joycesarah Mccabe
Monday, December 23, 2024
As we enter upon the closing of one year and the opening of another, we often find ourselves reflecting on the challenges we've faced, the blessings we've received and the enduring hope that carries us forward into a new season of caring for the land, our livestock and the life we've been called to...
S.A. Baxter

S.A. Baxter

Bend-area rancher S.A. Baxter dies

News Staff
Monday, December 23, 2024
Funeral set for Saturday at Lampasas Bible ChurchS.A. Baxter, a thirdgeneration rancher, died on Dec. 22, 2024, at his home. He was 93.A service to honor his life will be held at Lampasas Bible Church on Dec. 28 at 11 a.m., with visitation an hour prior.
GABRIELA SANGACHE | DISPATCH RECORD

GABRIELA SANGACHE | DISPATCH RECORD

Candy Cane Lane sparkles at nighttime

News Staff
Monday, December 23, 2024
Christmas displays and specialty lighting will remain at W.M. Brook Park through the holiday season. Candy Cane Lane, depicted here, is a popular place to stroll along the creek. A nativity scene and Santa’s village are other lighted features available throughout the Christmas season.
Pictured from left to right are T.J. Verver, Farm Bureau field director, who introduced Lampasas County Farm Bureau member and outgoing TFB Director Mickey Edwards and his wife Janie at the District 8 Caucus held during the annual Texas Farm Bureau state conference in Round Rock. courtesy photo

Pictured from left to right are T.J. Verver, Farm Bureau field director, who introduced Lampasas County Farm Bureau member and outgoing TFB Director Mickey Edwards and his wife Janie at the District 8 Caucus held during the annual Texas Farm Bureau state conference in Round Rock. courtesy photo

Large Lampasas delegation attends Texas Farm Bureau Conference

News Staff
Thursday, December 19, 2024
The Lampasas County Farm Bureau delegation returned from the annual state conference held Dec. 6-8 in Round Rock at the Kalahari Resort Complex. The local members were among the more than 1,100 registered Texas Farm Bureau delegates from 149 counties who participated in the three-day meeting.

Cedar fever season begins in Texas

News Staff
Thursday, December 19, 2024
It’s time for Texans to brace for cedar fever season once again.Cedar fever is an allergic reaction to the pollen released by mountain cedar trees, and unfortunately, one doesn’t have to be allergic to the pollen for it to have an adverse effect.

community calendar

News Staff
Thursday, December 19, 2024
We would like to help get your group’s event(s) listed in the Dispatch Record Calendar. The listing of community events and meetings is free.Calendar items must be in writing. Email to news@lampasas. com, or mail to: Calendar Lampasas Dispatch Record P.O.
gabriela sangache | dispatch record

gabriela sangache | dispatch record

Christmas spirit on full display

News Staff
Thursday, December 19, 2024
The home of Rick and Martha Messinger at 201 N. Arnold St. in west Lampasas offers a multitude of Yuletide decorations sure to delight young and old alike. It is evident many hours of preparation went into setting up the lighted extravaganza to celebrate the Christmas holiday.
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