News
Erick Mitchell
A bill that will make Lampasas County eligible for state reimbursements to cover losses in property tax revenue because of the 100% disabled veterans tax exemption is now in the hands of the Texas Senate.The bill authored by District 55 State Rep.
Thursday, May 1, 2025
TxDOT to begin nighttime Key Avenue paving project on Sunday
News Staff
Beginning Sunday evening, Texas Department of Transportation’s contractor Lone Star Paving will begin an overlay project on Key Avenue/U.S. Highway 281 in Lampasas.Limits of the project will be from Sulphur Creek to 125 feet north of Avenue E.
Thursday, May 1, 2025
BRIEFLY
Tiny Home Auction
The Creating Badger Builders nonprofit will hold a Tiny Home Auction on Saturday at 1 p.m. The one-bedroom, one-bath, 560-square-foot home was custom built by students in the high school construction program. An open house to view the tiny home starts at 9 a.m. at Lampasas High School.
Monday, April 28, 2025
Graduation approaches for seniors
News Staff
Lampasas High School Principal Paul Weinheimer presents a plaque recognizing Meredith McBeth as valedictorian of the Class of 2025. Commencement exercises will be held May 16 for Lampasas graduates.
Monday, April 28, 2025
Lampasas Central Appraisal District board members, from left to right, Marshal Brewer, David Barclay, Chris Harrison and Bill Peterson discuss changes to the budget needed for 2025. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD
Appraisal district holds budget workshop
Erick Mitchell
Chief Appraiser Juan Saucedo cleared the air at Thursday’s workshop on the 2025 budget amendment that will require additional funding from taxing entities.Last summer, the Lampasas Central Appraisal District Board of Directors approved a budget of $890,471 for 2025.
Monday, April 28, 2025
2025 Riata Roundup rides off ’til next year
News Staff
Saddle bronc competitor Zay Hannon goes for a ride during Saturday’s Riata Roundup Rodeo at the 580 Sports Complex.
Monday, April 28, 2025
Council member Debbie Hernandez attended her final Kempner City Council meeting April 22, and Mayor John Wilkerson recognized her service to the city. Her term ends in May. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD
Kempner council passes noise ordinance that includes nighttime firearms restrictions
Erick Mitchell
The Kempner City Council approved changes to the city’s noise ordinance in its April 22 regular meeting. The noise ordinance now includes the discharge of firearms.
Monday, April 28, 2025
Harper Crawford receives a pat on the head for her efforts in Saturday’s mutton bustin’ competition. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD
Rough rides at Riata Roundup
News Staff
Monday, April 28, 2025
Rainfall could help prevent future stage 2 water restrictions this summer for Lampasas residents. METRO CREATIVE GRAPHICS
City encourages water conservation
Erick Mitchell
Since April 11, city of Lampasas water customers have been under voluntary stage 1 water restrictions. Depending on rainfall, restrictions could tighten in the summer.
Monday, April 28, 2025
Guide to Lampasas included in this edition
News Staff
The Dispatch Record’s exclusive 2025-2026 Guide to Lampasas & Surrounding Areas magazine makes its debut with today’s edition.
Thursday, April 24, 2025