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Area residents are invited to attend a program Saturday from 5-6 p.m. at Country Kitchen to recognize the artistic legacy of the late Cliff Cantrell.

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Tribute planned for the late Cliff Cantrell

The annual Lampasas County Farm Bureau convention drew a large crowd to the Lampasas County Show Barn on Oct. 8 for a fried catfish meal, a presentation by the guest speaker and a business session to elect new directors.

Farm Bureau conducts business session after its county convention

A routine traffic stop became a vehicle pursuit and then a foot chase when a Waco man allegedly fled from officers. Lampasas County sheriff’s deputies arrested John Nathan McLaughlin, 44, Oct.

Two arrested last week after foot pursuit

The city of Lampasas exceeded the maximum contaminant level for trihalomethanes earlier this year, and officials notified the public that the system has exceeded the safe level again. According to a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality required statement issued by city officials on Wednesday, the Lampasas water system again has exceeded the maximum contaminant level for trihalomethanes, a volatile organic compound that is formed when chlori…

Water system exceeds maximum contaminants for another quarter

First Texas Bank has been an economic anchor of downtown Lampasas since the early days of the community’s founding. This month will mark the 140th anniversary of the bank’s presence in Lampasas County.

First Texas Bank marks 140th anniversary

The Lometa City Council took a moment to honor a retired police officer during its regular session last week at City Hall. In honoring recently retired law enforcement officer Kenny Murray, Mayor Bob Butler presented him with a plaque and thanked Murray for his diligence in protecting local residents.

Lometa council authorizes new stop signs in city, postpones equipment purchase

Hanna Springs Sculpture Garden at Campbell Park hosted the 2024 Boots & Blazers Ball under the stars Saturday evening. Numerous art pieces were on display and available for bidding. The annual LAFTA fundraiser offered a catered dinner, live and silent auctions, followed by entertainment and dancing. Monies raised will continue to support the community enrichment events for which the group is known.

Boots & Blazers Ball celebrates the world of art

The opening of the district schedule is almost like the beginning of an entirely new season, as the next four games will determine what happens with Badger football this year. As kickoff against Brownwood approaches, head coach Troy Rogers is excited for the challenge ahead for his team.

District schedule begins tonight against Brownwood

In a unanimous vote Monday night, Lampasas City Council appointed a new city manager. After a brief executive session, Erin Corbell was selected to replace outgoing City Manager Finley deGraffenried, who announced his resignation in late July.

City Council appoints new city manager, EDC members

The MORE women’s event, held Oct. 7 at The Adelphia, was a big success again this year, organizers said. On hand to assist with parking were Key Club students, from left, Kaylee Pentz, Seth Kachel, Yoseline Montiel, Izzy Fuller and Makenna Kachel.

Key Club assists at women’s event

The 2024 Lampasas & Mills County Range Tour will be offered at the Motl Ranch outside of Lampasas Oct. 28.

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