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ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD Cub Scout Pack 100 led the audience in reciting the pledge of allegiance, while the 62nd Engineer Battalion -- the city of Kempner’s partner battalion from Fort Cavazos -- presented the colors to open the Nov. 11 Veterans Day ceremony at Sylvia Tucker Memorial Park.

ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD Cub Scout Pack 100 led the audience in reciting the pledge of allegiance, while the 62nd Engineer Battalion -- the city of Kempner’s partner battalion from Fort Cavazos -- presented the colors to open the Nov. 11 Veterans Day ceremony at Sylvia Tucker Memorial Park.

Veterans honored at Kempner program

Erick Mitchell
Monday, November 13, 2023
The city of Kempner hosted its annual Veterans Day ceremony on Saturday morning at the Sylvia Tucker Memorial Park. Several dozen residents in attendance proudly held their hands over their hearts to pay tribute to America and honor our nation’s heroes. Retired Chief Warrant Officer 3 Steven A.

Lometa council discusses vehicle ordinance, financial audit

Cheri Jay-wienecke
Monday, November 13, 2023
Meeting in regular session on Nov. 6, the Lometa City Council addressed public concerns, the city’s abandoned car ordinance and results of the municipality’s 2022-2023 financial audit. Speaking in open forum, Lometa business owner Mario Maldonado addressed the council regarding code enforcement.

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Burn Ban Lifted
Monday, November 13, 2023
County Judge Randy Hoyer has lifted the current order restricting outdoor burning that the Commissioners Court implemented Oct. 23. Burning in the county will be allowed until 6 p.m. on Nov. 30.
Principal Wesley Graham gave trustees an overview of the academic success and recognitions students at the Lampasas Middle School campus have recorded recently. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Principal Wesley Graham gave trustees an overview of the academic success and recognitions students at the Lampasas Middle School campus have recorded recently. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

LMS principal provides campus updates to school board

Erick Mitchell
Monday, November 13, 2023
Throughout the year, each campus in the Lampasas Independent School District offers reports to the Board of Trustees during monthly meetings. Lampasas Middle School Principal Wesley Graham was first on the list this school year. During the school board meeting Nov.

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News Staff
Thursday, November 9, 2023
BURN BAN LIFTED  County Judge Randy Hoyer has lifted the current order restricting outdoor burning that the Commissioners Court implemented Oct. 23. Burning in the county will be allowed until 6 p.m. on Nov. 30.
Gulay Akkus-Nart brought the October program for the Pierian Club, a presentation on olive oil and its benefits. courtesy photo

Gulay Akkus-Nart brought the October program for the Pierian Club, a presentation on olive oil and its benefits. courtesy photo

Pierian Club hears presentation on olives and oils

Jane Mcmillin
Thursday, November 9, 2023
“Olive oil has been celebrated for centuries as a cornerstone of the Mediterranean diet and as a golden elixir for health,” Gulay Akkus-Nart, a Burnet County resident and importer of olives and olive oil, told members of the Pierian Club during their October meeting.

Veterans Day/Thanksgiving set for Saturday

Alexandria Randolph
Thursday, November 9, 2023
The Lampasas Veterans of Foreign Wars and Lampasas Community Kitchen are partnering for to hold their Second Annual Veterans Day/Thanksgiving meal. Organizers said they welcome donations. The event will be Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at VFW Post 8539 in Lampasas.
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Straight shooting on health by alexandria randolph

We remember: the origin of the CrossFit Hero WODs

Alexandria Randolph
Thursday, November 9, 2023
Normandy Beach, Midway, Baghdad, Fallujah. When I hear these names a bell sounds in my mind, tolling for both the fallen and the survivors. You can say what you want about the CrossFit craze – the dedication to veterans and active service members is absolutely unparalleled.
Clay Phillips of Farm Bureau Insurance was on hand to honor October educators of the month at Taylor Creek Elementary School. Each received a Texas Farm Bureau insulated mug and a Mojo’s gift card. Pictured with Phillips are Principal Shona Moore and Jennifer Hughes, Teacher of the Month. courtesy photo

Clay Phillips of Farm Bureau Insurance was on hand to honor October educators of the month at Taylor Creek Elementary School. Each received a Texas Farm Bureau insulated mug and a Mojo’s gift card. Pictured with Phillips are Principal Shona Moore and Jennifer Hughes, Teacher of the Month. courtesy photo

Educators honored at Taylor Creek Elementary School

News Staff
Thursday, November 9, 2023
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