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Create fun ways to enjoy pansies this fall

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Pansies have long been a fall and winter garden favorite. These cheery flowers are sure to brighten landscapes and containers and add a smile to any occasion. Look for fun and new ways to add them to your garden and fall celebrations.

newsmakers

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sam houston state university Jana Crawford of Lampasas has completed her Master of Education in curriculum and instruction from Sam Houston State University. Her degree was conferred at the conclusion of the summer semester..

Request for rain granted

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Hodges & Sargent Pharmacy recently placed the message “Pray for Rain” on the local business’ marquee. And this week’s rains in Lampasas County show that results came quickly. When a customer in the drive-through lane thanked an employee for posting the statement, the clerk smiled and said, “It worked.”

community calendar

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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.

Lometa OKs new water rate increase

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The Lometa City Council held a special meeting Monday for the purpose of taking action on a proposed water rate increase from the city’s provider, Corix. Citizens have expressed concern on social media about the quality of the water they receive for the price they pay, as well as about the proposed increase in rates.

ARRESTS

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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.