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This map developed by the city of Lampasas depicts the street closures that will occur on the day of the total solar eclipse -- Monday, April 8. COURTESY GRAPHIC | CITY OF LAMPASAS

This map developed by the city of Lampasas depicts the street closures that will occur on the day of the total solar eclipse -- Monday, April 8. COURTESY GRAPHIC | CITY OF LAMPASAS

City, first responders making final eclipse preparations

Alexandria Randolph
Monday, March 25, 2024
Lampasas-area public safety and first responder agencies are taking precautions and making preparations for the upcoming total solar eclipse event, and officials are urging the public to do the same.
Traffic along Key Avenue could triple during the upcoming eclipse event. Area restaurants have been making preparations to weclome an abundance of customers. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Traffic along Key Avenue could triple during the upcoming eclipse event. Area restaurants have been making preparations to weclome an abundance of customers. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Food, drink businesses ready for travelers

Erick Mitchell
Monday, March 25, 2024
With the 2024 total solar eclipse just 13 days away, area food and drink establishments are preparing for all sorts of possibilities to ensure visitors are welcomed with open arms.On April 8, Lampasas will experience 4 minutes 24 seconds of complete totality when the sun is obscured by the moon.
ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD Rep. David Spiller (R-Jacksboro) speaks to Lampasas County residents last year. Spiller was one of the sponsors of Senate Bill 4 that is currently blocked by the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals.

ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD Rep. David Spiller (R-Jacksboro) speaks to Lampasas County residents last year. Spiller was one of the sponsors of Senate Bill 4 that is currently blocked by the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Texas border security law hangs in the balance

Erick Mitchell
Monday, March 25, 2024
Efforts from the state of Texas to secure the southern border with Mexico via Senate Bill 4 legislation have been placed on hold by the Fifth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals.

BRIEFLY

Pre-eclipse
Monday, March 25, 2024
First Texas Bank is helping sponsor a pre-eclipse concert on the square April 7 from 6:30-10 p.m. The event is free to attend.Bob Wills’ Texas Playboys, under the direction of Lampasas native Jason Roberts, will play their western swing music at the downtown courthouse square.

SHEEP AND GOAT AUCTION

News Staff
Thursday, March 21, 2024
The March 14 market report from Mills County Commission Co. follows.Total receipts: 4,377. Previous week: 3,561.Trends: Light kids steady. Slaughter kids$10 higher; slaughter nannies $5 higher; replacement nannies $10--$15 higher.
The right potting mix will help ornamental and edible plants thrive. COURTESY PHOTO | MELINDAMYERS.COM

The right potting mix will help ornamental and edible plants thrive. COURTESY PHOTO | MELINDAMYERS.COM

Selecting the right potting mix for planting

Melinda Myers
Thursday, March 21, 2024
As gardeners, it seems we are all looking for an ideal potting mix for houseplants and container plants. As with any gardening endeavor, a lot depends on what is available, the plants you are growing and the type of maintenance you provide.

KVFD to hold ‘Fill the Boot’ on Saturday

Alexandria Randolph
Thursday, March 21, 2024
The Kempner Volunteer Fire Department will be out and about Saturday with a “Fill The Boot” campaign to support their upcoming annual fundraiser.KVFD volunteers will be stationed along roadsides on from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. collecting cash donations.

community calendar

News Staff
Thursday, March 21, 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.
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Diamondback Rodeo action up aheaad

News Staff
Thursday, March 21, 2024
Team roping will be one of the featured events at the 11th annual Riamondback Rodeo, scheduled for March 30 at the Bar 3 Arena in the Lometa Regional Park.
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