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A National Weather Service graphic shows a heat advisory is in effect until 8 p.m. Saturday for portions of North and Central Texas, including Lampasas and surrounding counties.

A National Weather Service graphic shows a heat advisory is in effect until 8 p.m. Saturday for portions of North and Central Texas, including Lampasas and surrounding counties.

When it rains... it burns?

Alexandria Randolph
Friday, June 23, 2023
Meteorologists have predicted both extreme heat and possible storm activity to start the weekend.  The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory Friday at 12:06 p.m., effective until 8 p.m. Saturday for the Lampasas area and the surrounding counties.
Mike Hail, at left, was presented the Community Builder Award by Saratoga Masonic Lodge. He is shown with Lodge Master Tommy Thogmartin. COURTESY PHOTO

Mike Hail, at left, was presented the Community Builder Award by Saratoga Masonic Lodge. He is shown with Lodge Master Tommy Thogmartin. COURTESY PHOTO

Saratoga Masonic Lodge presents awards, names officers

News Staff
Thursday, June 22, 2023
Saratoga Masonic Lodge in Lampasas recently held various awards presentations. On June 1, the lodge presented the Golden Trowel Award to Randy Lake for his service over many years as a Mason.
adam barrios | dispatch record

adam barrios | dispatch record

Fishing is a family affair

News Staff
Thursday, June 22, 2023
Karen Castelan and Kaden Castelan help their son Noah prepare a rod for fishing in Sulphur Creek. The family was among those who participated in the city’s KidFish event last week.

community calendar

News Staff
Thursday, June 22, 2023
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.

Mobile home engulfed by flames

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, June 22, 2023
A mobile home located on County Road 3100 outside the Kempner city limits was consumed by flames last Friday night. Lampasas Fire Marshal J.P. Harris said the vacant property was being used for storage and suffered a complete loss.

Moonlight Swim offered Friday at Hancock Springs pool

News Staff
Thursday, June 22, 2023
The city of Lampasas will host a Moonlight Swim at the Hancock Springs Free-Flow Swim area tonight from 7-11 p.m. General admission is $5 per person. Drinks and snacks will be available for purchase. Live music will be provided by Saddle the Wind, Junior Myers and friends.

district court

News Staff
Thursday, June 22, 2023
Lampasas County 27th District Court convened last week with Judge John Gauntt presiding over the day’s hearings.

arrests

News Staff
Thursday, June 22, 2023
The following arrests were reported to the Lampasas Dispatch Record by area law enforcement officials. The Dispatch Record prints the name and charge(s) of people arrested on at least one Class B misdemeanor – or more serious – charge.

SHEEP, GOAT AUCTION

News Staff
Thursday, June 22, 2023
The June 15 market report from Mills County Commission Co. follows. Total receipts: 5,492. Previous week: 3,888. Trends: Light kids $10 lower. Slaughter kids $5-$10 lower; slaughter nannies steady; replacement nannies steady.
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