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The calm of the water was only interrupted when a fish would bite. HUNTER KING | DISPATCH RECORD

The calm of the water was only interrupted when a fish would bite. HUNTER KING | DISPATCH RECORD

On the Hunt:

Hunter King
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Last week, I spent five straight days at a lake house on Lake LBJ with family, and we fished from sun-up through sundown.This was our third consecutive summer to take a trip together, and I can honestly say it’s at least as good a vacation as I have been on in my life.

Clarification

News Staff
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Lampasas Central Appraisal District officials have been making presentations to each of the taxing entities in Lampasas County to offer information on the 2027 proposed budget for LCAD.A public hearing on the budget is slated for June 25 at 5:30 p.m. in the appraisal district board room.

ARRESTS

News Staff
Thursday, June 11, 2026
The following arrests were reported to the Lampasas Dispatch Record by area law enforcement officials. The Dispatch Record prints the name and charge(s) of people arrested on at least one Class B misdemeanor – or more serious – charge.

Deadline to order peaches nears

News Staff
Thursday, June 11, 2026
The Kiwanis Club of Lampasas is offering a22-pound box of Texas peaches for $60. Funds raised from this annual project help support local scholarships for students. Order deadline is June 19.
Councilman Charlie Pratus said the city should recognize Juneteenth as a paid day off, since it already is a federal holiday. HUNTER KING | DISPATCH RECORD

Councilman Charlie Pratus said the city should recognize Juneteenth as a paid day off, since it already is a federal holiday. HUNTER KING | DISPATCH RECORD

City Council revisits Juneteenth, budget workshop dates

Hunter King
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Monday’s Lampasas City Council meeting was highlighted by a spirited discussion surrounding the Juneteenth holiday as well as setting dates for budget workshop meetings this summer.
Saratoga Underground Water Conservation District Precinct 1 Director Stan Wilson, left, and Precinct 2 Director Reuben Martinez look on during Monday’s workshop with the Lampasas County Commissioners Court. Saratoga UWCD is seeking additional funding from the county to ensure the district is fulfilling its duties as required by state law. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Saratoga Underground Water Conservation District Precinct 1 Director Stan Wilson, left, and Precinct 2 Director Reuben Martinez look on during Monday’s workshop with the Lampasas County Commissioners Court. Saratoga UWCD is seeking additional funding from the county to ensure the district is fulfilling its duties as required by state law. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Saratoga UWCD future hinges on funding

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Saratoga Underground Water Conservation District’s future lies in the hands of the Lampasas County Commissioners Court.On Monday, commissioners held a joint workshop with the Saratoga UWCD board to understand the district’s funding needs.
Police Chief Ronnie Strain came to Lometa in August 2024 after spending 25 years with the Hays County Sheriff’s Department. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Police Chief Ronnie Strain came to Lometa in August 2024 after spending 25 years with the Hays County Sheriff’s Department. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Lometa police chief announces decision to retire in August

Cheri Jay-wienecke
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Though the Lometa City Council handled a full agenda during its regular meeting June 4, it was the department head reports that surprised council members.After its business items, the council adjourned into executive session.

BRIEFLY

News Staff
Thursday, June 11, 2026
JUNETEENTH CELEBRATIONThe former Lampasas Colored School at 514 College St. will be the site for a Juneteenth Celebration on June 19 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.Community members should bring a favorite dish to share for the potluck meal.
Mr. Kellner

Mr. Kellner

Services set Saturday for Milton Kellner

News Staff
Monday, June 8, 2026
Local businessman and one-time Lampasas County Extension agent Milton Kellner died on May 31, 2026.A celebration of his life will be held at Lampasas Community Church on June 13 at 11 a.m. Sneed-Carnley Funeral Chapel has charge of arrangements.Born on Jan.
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