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Students in the World Changer group at Hanna Springs Elementary School were recognized for their leadership at the campus during Monday’s meeting of the Lampasas Independent School District Board of Trustees. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Students in the World Changer group at Hanna Springs Elementary School were recognized for their leadership at the campus during Monday’s meeting of the Lampasas Independent School District Board of Trustees. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

School board receives attendance reports, eclipse security updates

The Lampasas Independent School District Board of Trustees’ meeting Monday had few action items. Nonetheless, board members received enrollment and attendance updates, along with reports on eclipse preparedness steps that have been undertaken.

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KINDERGARTEN ROUNDUPThe Lampasas ISD will hold registration for pre-K and kindergarten students on April 10 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. at each of the elementary campuses: Hanna Springs, Kline Whitis and Taylor Creek schools.
Celebrating Lampasas, a community united in progress

Celebrating Lampasas, a community united in progress

Celebrating Lampasas, a community united in progress

Dear citizens of Lampasas, It is with immense pride and gratitude that I extend my warmest greetings to each and every one of you. As mayor of this wonderful city, I am continually inspired by the dedication, resilience and unwavering spirit that define the fabric of our community.

Green Thumb program to focus on mushrooms

Highland Lakes Master Gardener Association invites area residents to come hear about the world of mushrooms at its next Green Thumb Program.Ricky and Lisa Grant, owners of Enchanted Mushrooms in Llano, will present “The Nature of Mushrooms.
COURTESY PHOTO | CIITY OF LAMPASAS

COURTESY PHOTO | CIITY OF LAMPASAS

Unger named Community Champion

Lampasas County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Melissa Unger was named a Misti Talbert Community Champion during a Lampasas council meeting March 25. Unger was recognized for her leadership, resourcefulness, creative energy, dedication to and impact for the community.
ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Demolition paves way for new construction

Contractors have demolished the former AMVETS building near Sulphur Creek. According to city officials, an automotive parts distribution center or retail store is expected to build at the site.

Wreck at Sunrise Hills hospitalizes one driver

A two-vehicle collision sent one Lampasas driver to the hospital on March 25.Texas DPS Sgt. Bryan Washko said troopers responded to the report of a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of U.S. Highway 190 and Sunrise Hills, just east of Lampasas, at 5:30 p.m. that evening.

SHEEP, GOAT AUCTION

The March 28 market report from Mills County Commission Co. follows.Total receipts: 2,250. Previous week: 3,547.Trends: Light kids $10 lower. Slaughter kids$10-$15 lower; slaughter nannies $10-$15 lower; replacement nannies steady.