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The Lady Badger volleyball bench was on their feet to help push teammates over the line to victory during Tuesday’s opening game against Manor New Tech. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD
The Lampasas High School tennis team stops for group photo after a successful 2-0 start on Friday. COURTESY PHOTO
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Thursday, August 13, 2026
Hannah Rogers lunges to make a dig as Kari Kepler is positioned behind her. The Lady Badgers came out strong and carried the momentum against Manor New Tech in the opening match of the season Tuesday in their home gym. For more on the results, see Sports on page 5.
Councilmen Rob Green, left, and Thomas Combs discuss the proposed 2026-2027 budget for the city of Kempner. Elimination of a setaside for a future municipal court judge salary has enabled the Kempner City Council to lower the tax rate for the upcoming year. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD
The Lampasas High School tennis team was all smiles after moving to 3-0 with a win over Copperas Cove. COURTESY PHOTO
Me as a freshman Cougar, helmet finally secured. COURTESY PHOTO
The Lampasas High School Lady Badger volleyball team goes through their warm-up routine before practice on Tuesday. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD
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