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Lometa City Council OKs helicopter landing pad

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The city of Lometa soon will have a helicopter landing pad at a local park, after the Lometa City Council members voted unanimously last week to approve the project. The small runway at the Lometa Regional Park will be for emergencies only.

Gettin' to the beat

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Freshman Bobby Renshaw plays the drums for onlookers at Arts in the Park Saturday afternoon. VERONICA BUTLER | DISPATCH RECORD.

Hired lobbyist shares county legislative priorities

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Lampasas County officials are strapping on their boots and preparing to fight for their share of state property tax revenue. Currently, Lampasas County does not qualify to receive reimbursement for a disabled veterans’ tax exemption because Fort Hood is not located within the county.

Lampasas ISD prepares for summer courses

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With two weeks left in the school year, the Lampasas Independent School District is gearing up for summer learning. Chief Financial Officer Shane Jones reported to trustees May 2 that the staff is busy with end-of-course exams and professional development.

BRIEFLY

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BLOOD DRIVE Red Cross will hold a Lampasas Community Blood Drive May 24 from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Early voting numbers are in

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Saturday was Election Day, and area voters headed to the polls to choose representatives for the Lampasas City Council, Lampasas Independent School District and