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The Lampasas Middle School campus is utilizing mechanical traps to try to eradicate a rat population in the buildings. FILE PHOTO

The Lampasas Middle School campus is utilizing mechanical traps to try to eradicate a rat population in the buildings. FILE PHOTO

Rat population plagues LMS campus

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Lampasas ISD Chief Financial Officer Shane Jones said close to a dozen rats have been caught on the Lampasas Middle School campus over the last month.The district knew the middle school rat epidemic was an issue when one of the rodents reportedly snacked on a student’s homework.

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Blessing Of The Animals
Thursday, October 2, 2025
St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 501 S. Chestnut, will offer of special Blessing of the Pets on Saturday from 10-11 a.m. Pets must be on a leash or in an animal carrier. The time of blessing is open to any resident who wishes to bring a pet.VOTER REGISTRATIONOct.

community calendar

News Staff
Thursday, October 2, 2025
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Special service to honor pets

News Staff
Thursday, October 2, 2025
St. Mary’s Episcopal Church will offer a Blessing of the Animals on Saturday from 10-11 a.m. The tradition, inspired by St. Francis of Assisi’s love for creation, typically takes place around Oct. 4 and includes a blessing with holy water and a prayer.

Providence Christian Academy to hold fundraiser dinner

News Staff
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Providence Christian Academy Central Texas is preparing for its annual fundraiser, scheduled for Nov. 7 at 502 W. Business 190 in Copperas Cove.Doors open at 6 p.m. The event will include a barbecue dinner, dessert auction and silent auction. Dressy western wear is recommended.
ON THE HUNT BY HUNTER KING

ON THE HUNT BY HUNTER KING

Why I love bowhunting as the season kicks off

Hunter King
Thursday, October 2, 2025
The bow hunting season is officially here for 2025, and I could not be more excited.There is no greater feeling than sitting in the woods as the sun rises while you relax and surround yourself up close and personal with God’s creation.
Name: Taelor Singleton Class: Junior Sport: Volleyball and Tennis Favorite Teacher or Coach: Mrs. Resa Favorite Place in Town: N/A One Person You Look up To: Madisen Skinner Main Goal This Season: To succeed

Name: Taelor Singleton Class: Junior Sport: Volleyball and Tennis Favorite Teacher or Coach: Mrs. Resa Favorite Place in Town: N/A One Person You Look up To: Madisen Skinner Main Goal This Season: To succeed

Name: Taelor Singleton

News Staff
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Name: Elaina Faulstich Class: Sophomore Sport: Volleyball, Basketball, Tennis and Track Favorite Teacher or Coach: Mrs. Sawyer Favorite Place in Town: N/A One Person You Look Up To: Selie Hodge Main Goal This Season: To improve

Name: Elaina Faulstich Class: Sophomore Sport: Volleyball, Basketball, Tennis and Track Favorite Teacher or Coach: Mrs. Sawyer Favorite Place in Town: N/A One Person You Look Up To: Selie Hodge Main Goal This Season: To improve

Name: Elaina Faulstich

News Staff
Thursday, October 2, 2025

ARRESTS

News Staff
Thursday, October 2, 2025
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.
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