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Learning about wine-making process

News Staff
Thursday, September 28, 2023
The Lampasas County Wine Tour took participants to several area wineries, where visitors could learn more about the wine-making process and sample locally produced beverages.

DISTRICT COURT

News Staff
Thursday, September 28, 2023
Lampasas County 27th District Court convened most recently on Sept. 15, with Judge John Gauntt presiding over the day’s hearings. At that time, the court announced the following cases would be among those heard in November: Plea hearing Nov.
Lampasas County 4-H leaders and members pose for a photo with County Judge Randy Hoyer on Monday. The Lampasas County Commissioners Court approved a proclamation calling for the celebration of National 4-H Week, which starts on Sunday. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Lampasas County 4-H leaders and members pose for a photo with County Judge Randy Hoyer on Monday. The Lampasas County Commissioners Court approved a proclamation calling for the celebration of National 4-H Week, which starts on Sunday. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Commissioners approve road hand pay raise

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, September 28, 2023
The Lampasas County Commissioners Court approved a small pay raise for precinct road hands during its regular meeting on Monday morning. Precinct 1 Commissioner Bobby Carroll brought the matter to the attention of the court to help keep pay competitive for county road workers.

Portion of Naruna Road, U.S. 281 to be closed temporarily

News Staff
Thursday, September 28, 2023
The city of Lampasas will be relocating utilities at the intersection of Naruna Road and U.S. Highway 281 South in preparation for widening of the highway. Crews will be working in this area through Oct. 5. Naruna Road, from the highway to the golf course, as well as one lane of U.

CATTLE AUCTION

News Staff
Thursday, September 28, 2023
The report from the Sept. 27 Lampasas Cattle Auction follows. Cattle and calves: Total cattle 505, compared to 657 last sale and 587 at this time last year. Compared to last sale, feeder steers were steady; heifers $3-$7 lower.
Amendments to appear on November ballots

Amendments to appear on November ballots

Amendments to appear on November ballots

Gail Lowe
Thursday, September 28, 2023
The 88th session of the Texas Legislature saw lawmakers propose 14 amendments to the state constitution. Voter approval will be required at the statewide general election on Nov. 7 to finalize these amendments to the Texas Constitution.
Jess Ramos

Jess Ramos

Ramos seeks third term as Lampasas County sheriff

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, September 28, 2023
Sheriff Jesus “Jess” Ramos believes there is more to be accomplished in the Lampasas County Sheriff’s Office. Ramos is seeking reelection to his third term, and for the first time he is facing a challenger. Former U.S. Border Patrol officer David Parker also is seeking the position.
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