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Board members decide to change valedictorian, salutatorian policy

Hunter King
Thursday, July 21, 2022
Students who opt to graduate from Lampasas High School prior to the completion of their senior year will no longer be eligible to be named valedictorian or salutatorian of the graduating class. The Lampasas Independent School District Board of Trustees voted 4-2 this week to exclude those who graduate after their junior year or in December of their senior year from the honor positions.

BRIEFLY

News Staff
Thursday, July 21, 2022
BLOOD DRIVE The next American Red Cross Community Blood Drive will be Aug. 9 from 11:30 a.m.
Fiesta Winery's recent upgrades include an expanded seating area, a fireplace and updated bathrooms. MASON HINES | DISPATCH RECORD

Family winery adds new tasting space, expands kitchen

Mason Hines
Monday, July 18, 2022
Central Texas vineyards have become a staple in Lampasas and surrounding counties, each adding their own unique flair and flavors to enhance the customer experiences. At Fiesta Winery, family tradition combined with updated facilities has helped the winery grow not only its brand but also the places one can enjoy the product.
Lotus Blewett holds the Humane group’s leucistic snake as young library patrons have a chance to feel its scales. MASON HINES | DISPATCH RECORD

Lampasas library hosts Reptile Day for students

Mason Hines
Monday, July 18, 2022
The Lampasas Public Library hosted numerous events for children in June, which featured various book readings and special activities such as a taekwondo presentation. One event had to be rescheduled, however, and finally was held last week.
Members attend FFA state convention

Members attend FFA state convention

News Staff
Monday, July 18, 2022
While at the FFA State Convention in Fort Worth, Lampasas chapter members participated in two service projects: beautification of Cobb Park and donation of backpacks and school supplies for children in need. “We hope these experiences will encourage our members to think of others and lend a helping hand when needed,” FFA adviser Judy Hail said. COURTESY PHOTO
Officers participate in service project

Officers participate in service project

News Staff
Monday, July 18, 2022
Lampasas FFA officers Zechariah Randall, Haylee Finley, in center, and Daecee Ellis helped drop off backpacks at the donation station during their time at the state convention. Community service is an important facet of the FFA mission, members noted. COURTESY PHOTO

CATTLE AUCTION

News Staff
Monday, July 18, 2022
The report from the July 13 Lampasas Cattle Auction follows. Cattle and calves: Total cattle 826, compared to 742 last sale and 639 at this time last year.

TxDOT seeks public input on state’s 10-year transportation plan

News Staff
Monday, July 18, 2022
The Texas Department of Transportation is seeking public input on the draft 2023 Unified Transportation Program – the state’s 10-year transportation plan. The plan guides the development of projects around Texas to improve safety, address congestion and connectivity, and to preserve roadways for Texas drivers.
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