Lampasas, TX

Jail construction proposal fails $20 million in certificates of obligation 1,139 against 593 for By DAVID LOWE Staff Writer       Lampasas County voters rejected by nearly a two-to-one margin a proposition for a new county jail and expansion of the Lampasas County Office Building. The proposal, which would have authorized the issuance of a maximum of $20 million in certificates of obligation, failed on Tuesday by 1,139 vote... More ... Library foundation plans for expansion By DAVID LOWE Staff Writer       The Library Foundation of Lampasas, Texas Inc. is eyeing contributions for a two-story expansion project for the Lampasas Public Library. Population growth is fueling an increased use of the library, foundation president Tracy Guthrie said. More ... Cinderella and the prince?       It's not often that Lometa students wear tuxedos and gowns to school, but during the annual Harvest Festival, youngsters of all ages show up in their finery to be presented to students, teachers and visitors. More ... Lometa City Council accepts resignation letter of late mayor By CHERI JAY-WIENECKE Special Correspondent      The Lometa City Council addressed an issue of solemn importance Monday evening: acceptance of a letter of resignation from Mayor Mike McGarry, who passed away Oct. 24. More ... Downtown Task Force unveils plans to public By LISA CARNLEY Staff Writer       Vision Downtown Lampasas! saw the culmination of a dream when a large crowd of supporters joined in a recent kickoff celebration of the Downtown Task Force's revitalization effort at the newly renovated Mesquite Creek reception hall, owned by Johnny and Amanda Wade. More ... Veterans Day       Lampasas American Legion Post 277 will be placing flags on the graves of all veterans at Oak Hill Cemetery tomorrow at 8 a.m. Citizens and organizations wishing to attend are asked to be present by 8 a.m. A large screwdriver or a small hammer is helpful. A Veterans Day ceremony will follow Sunday ... More ... Meetings       Lampasas County Commissioners Court will meet Tuesday at 9 a.m. in the first floor courtroom at the county courthouse. Lampasas City Council will meet Tuesday at 7 p.m. in Council Chambers. The governing bodies moved their meetings from Monday to Tuesday because of the Veterans Day holiday. More ... Turkey dinner       St. Mary's Catholic Church will offer its annual turkey dinner Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with service in the church's cafeteria area. Tickets are $7 per plate which includes dinner and all the trimmings, a drink and dessert. More ... Road closure       Farm to Market Road 2808 near Kempner will close to traffic Tuesday for TxDOT crews to replace a culvert and drain pipe damaged by heavy spring rains. The road will close by 8 a.m. and should reopen by 5 p.m. Motorists who use FM 2808 should leave earlier than usual to avoid the construction zone ... More ...