From Morse Code to cell phones, humans have taken huge steps in the technology of communications. Anna Tang, 14, joined other young learners Thursday afternoon to break secret codes and messages before placing their meanings into glass bottles. The history lesson is one of the many activities sponsored by the Dawson County Public Library as part of its summer reading program. LPR photo
Members of Lamesa High School’s graduating class of 1972 are planning to get together for a 50-year reunion this fall.
The Dawson County Public Library is conducting another week of activities for the kids and grown-ups as part of its ocean-themed Summer Reading Club program.
First Methodist Church at 409 N. 3rd Street is hosting its annual Vacation Bible School this coming week.
Lamesa’s non-profit Modeling Theater is again offering a special slate of movies this summer aimed just for children.
•On July 3, 1863, the third day of the Battle of Gettysburg, Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee’s last attempt at breaking the Union line ends in disastrous failure, bringing the most decisive battle of the American Civil War to an end. Exhausted, both armies held their positions until the night of July 4, when Lee withdrew.
Funeral service for Ronnie Hendon, 70, of Welch will be held Saturday, June 25, 2022, at 2:00 p.m.
Funeral services for Lillie Aleman Salinas, age 67, of Lamesa, TX. will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, June 24, 2022 at Gonzales Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Jeremiah Aguayo officiating.
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