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Lometa resident Cynthia Kirby, left, and Lometa City Council member Gloria Martin review the city’s breakdown of accounts on display at Monday night’s council meeting. CHERI JAY-WIENECKE | DISPATCH RECORD

Lometa resident Cynthia Kirby, left, and Lometa City Council member Gloria Martin review the city’s breakdown of accounts on display at Monday night’s council meeting. CHERI JAY-WIENECKE | DISPATCH RECORD

Finances take center stage at Lometa council meeting

Cheri Jay-wienecke
Thursday, April 9, 2026
Meeting in regular session at Lometa City Hall Monday evening, the City Council jumped straight into the fray of business.Mayor Derek Talley set the tone for the night with a reminder of the protocol for audience members speaking in open forum.He outlined council policy.
Trustee Rob Borchardt, at right, presided at Monday’s Lampasas ISD school board meeting. Trustees are preparing for the bond election next month, which could authorize construction of a new middle school plus other facility improvements across the district. Also pictured is Superintendent Dr. Chane Rascoe.

Trustee Rob Borchardt, at right, presided at Monday’s Lampasas ISD school board meeting. Trustees are preparing for the bond election next month, which could authorize construction of a new middle school plus other facility improvements across the district. Also pictured is Superintendent Dr. Chane Rascoe.

Trustees review budget; prepare for upcoming bond election

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, April 9, 2026
The Lampasas Independent School District Board of Trustees had few action items that required attention outside of the consent agenda during Monday’s regular meeting. Board President Ryan Shahan was absent from the meeting, and Rob Borchardt presided.

BRIEFLY

News Staff
Thursday, April 9, 2026
SENIOR GAME NIGHTTown & Country Study Club will host Senior Game Night & Dinner at the Lampasas Senior Center on April 23, starting at 6 p.m.The event for senior citizens is free. No registration is needed.
DAVID LOWE | DISPATCH RECORD

DAVID LOWE | DISPATCH RECORD

Full moon as Passover begins

News Staff
Monday, April 6, 2026
The skies over Lampasas were illumined by moonlight last week as the holy days celebrated by Jews and Christians started with Passover on April 1.
Jessie Acosta

Jessie Acosta

New parks director hired from within city staff

Hunter King
Monday, April 6, 2026
In November, the city of Lampasas named Jessie Acosta as the new parks director. He started as a park technician in 2006 when he was 23 years old. Acosta now is in his new position and said he is excited to continue serving the city and improving the parks for residents to enjoy.
COURTESY PHOTO

COURTESY PHOTO

The great hunt is on!

News Staff
Monday, April 6, 2026
Lily Springs Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center hosted an Easter egg hunt Friday morning for area youngsters. A hot dog meal was served and other activities were available. For more photos, see page 3 inside.
The site of the future Thomas Cameron BESS along County Road 2275.The facility is one of several planned for Lampasas County, according to ERCOT. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

The site of the future Thomas Cameron BESS along County Road 2275.The facility is one of several planned for Lampasas County, according to ERCOT. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Hoyer outlines county’s options to limit proposed BESS facilities

Erick Mitchell
Monday, April 6, 2026
County Judge Randy Hoyer hinted last week that a resolution opposing the development of data centers, battery energy storage systems and other renewable energy projects such as solar farms will feature in an upcoming Commissioners Court meeting.
COURTESY PHOTO

COURTESY PHOTO

Reflecting on the crucifixion

News Staff
Monday, April 6, 2026
The Rev. Paul Allan of Lampasas Methodist Church carries a wooden cross along Key Avenue to commemorate Jesus’ death on what Christians recognize as Good Friday. Allan noted it was Jesus’ love that motivated the great sacrifice.

BRIEFLY

News Staff
Monday, April 6, 2026
SENIOR GAME NIGHTTown & Country Study Club will host Senior Game Night & Dinner at the Lampasas Senior Center on April 23, starting at 6 p.m.The event for senior citizens is free. No registration is needed.
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