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Standing next to materials earmarked for the tiny home project are, from left to right, Amber Beuermann, Thomas Cox, CTE teacher Richard Silva-Brown and Ethan Sanders. The students are all involved in Lampasas High School’s construction program. Erick mitchell | dispatch record

Standing next to materials earmarked for the tiny home project are, from left to right, Amber Beuermann, Thomas Cox, CTE teacher Richard Silva-Brown and Ethan Sanders. The students are all involved in Lampasas High School’s construction program. Erick mitchell | dispatch record

LHS students to begin tiny home construction

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, November 16, 2023
Lampasas High School students in the construction technology program are set to begin building the first of two tiny home projects this month. LHS has received some trusses and concrete blocks to begin laying the foundations for the tiny homes.
In recognition of Texas Arbor Day on Nov. 3, members of the Browning Community Garden Club planted a tree at Caraday of Lampasas. Pictured are, from left to right, Gail Eltgroth, Oleta Walls, Lanetta Sprott and Betty Seacrest. courtesy photo

In recognition of Texas Arbor Day on Nov. 3, members of the Browning Community Garden Club planted a tree at Caraday of Lampasas. Pictured are, from left to right, Gail Eltgroth, Oleta Walls, Lanetta Sprott and Betty Seacrest. courtesy photo

Garden Club observes Texas Arbor Day

News Staff
Thursday, November 16, 2023
Arbor Day looks with promise toward a future filled with trees, and celebrates all the ways trees enrich our lives and stabilize the environment. In Texas, Arbor Day first was celebrated in Temple on Feb. 22, 1889, when W.
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Night sky-friendly business recognized

News Staff
Thursday, November 16, 2023
Lampasas County Friends of the Night Sky has recognized Cattles Pharmacy for its part in maintaining dark skies in the city. The business operates its outside lights on a timer that runs them from dusk to dawn.
Lometa VFD member Paul Sanchez serves a member of the community during the annual barbecue fundraiser event. Mason hines | Dispatch Record

Lometa VFD member Paul Sanchez serves a member of the community during the annual barbecue fundraiser event. Mason hines | Dispatch Record

Lometa VFD celebrates new substation

Mason Hines
Thursday, November 16, 2023
Having a dream is often the first step toward accomplishing a major goal. For the Lometa Volunteer Fire Department, one of its biggest dreams has become reality. A second fire station, located at 201 E. Olive, opened for service Sunday with a ribboncutting ceremony and a barbecue fundraiser.

County commisioners talk eclipse, HOP transportation

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, November 16, 2023
With the 2024 solar eclipse less than five months away, the Lampasas County Commissioners Court is taking action to prepare for increased foot traffic within the county. During Monday’s meeting, commissioners agreed to provide portable toilets and dumpsters to be used during the upcoming event.

community calendar

News Staff
Thursday, November 16, 2023
bingo, 10 a.m. Lampasas Multi-Service Center, 901 S. Live Oak. Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m. St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, Fourth Street and Chestnut. evant market day on the square, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Antiques, unique gifts, Thanksgiving and Christmas shopping.
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