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Moments in time
•On Aug. 4, 1753, George Washington, a young Virginia planter, becomes a Master Mason, the highest basic rank in Freemasonry. The ceremony was held at the Masonic Lodge No. 4 in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Washington was 21 years old and would soon command his first military operation. Freemasons trace the origins of masonry back to the erecting of King Solomon’s Temple in biblical times.
Richardo “Rick” Barron
Mass of Christian burial for Richardo “Rick” Barron, 59, of Lamesa, will be held Monday, August 1, 2022, at 2:00pm at St.
County taxpayers could get break
It appears local taxpayers could see a sizable decrease in their county tax bills this fall unless their property values have risen significantly.
Benefit event Friday for veteran, family
A benefit is being planned here Friday evening for a former U.S. Marine who is now fighting a grueling battle against cancer.
Possible burn ban drawing discussion
Dawson County officials have been hesitant about the possibility of instilling a burn ban here, but the continued hot, dry weather is starting to open discussion about that option.
Lubbock firm gets nod for construction of EMS building
After selecting a construction firm to build a new Emergency Medical Services (EMS) facility on hospital grounds, Dawson County Hospital District (DCHS) now have to get to work on notching the numbers down to fit their $1.5 million budget.
Hospital delays tax rate decision
The proposed 2022-2023 tax rate for the Dawson County Hospital District is just going to have to wait.
Correction
A story in the Sunday, July 24, edition of the Lamesa Press-Reporter about longtime Lamesa coach Gerry Woodberry accepting a new job in Lubbock contained a couple of errors.
Police Blotter
The following were among the many calls received recently by the Lamesa Police Department: