October 9, 2009 / Front Page

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Trying to outsmart wily coyotes

Trapping, guard dogs help some ranchers cope; ongoing livestock deaths drain producer income
Charles Hood has tried just about everything: trapping, putting out cyanide, designing snares and spotlighting. Nothing seems to have helped the Lometa-area rancher protect his sheep from coyote attacks. More...

Lometa's homecoming court

These Lometa High School students were nominated for homecoming king and queen. Crowning will take place during tonight's game against Evant. Kickoff is at 7:30 p.m. More...

Meetings

County offices will be closed Monday in observance of Columbus Day. Lampasas County Commissioners Court will meet Tuesday at 9 a.m. in the firstfloor courtroom at the county courthouse. More...

Project Grad

The Project Graduation Committee for the Lampasas High School Class of 2010 will be holding a fund-raising event tonight. During the Badger varsity football game, Subway sandwiches will be sold at the concession stand beginning at 6 p.m. More...

Lifestyles

Wedding vows exchanged

Stacy JoLynn Morris and Jeffrey Charles McDonald, both of Early, were united in marriage in a Sept. 26, 2009, ceremony at Melody Oaks Ranch. Alvin Slaughter, pastor of Lampasas Baptist Church, officiated the double-ring evening ceremony. More...

Museum continues to seek information on veterans

Keystone Square Museum is continuing its quest for information on Lampasas County veterans to add to its existing files. A veterans' center has been established at the museum, 303 S. Western, to honor former and current service members. More...

LHS offering PSAT test to three grade levels

Lampasas Independent School District is participating in the College Board's Early Participation Program this year which allows all 10th- and 11th-graders to take the PSAT at no cost to them. Sign-up is in English classes. More...

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News

New technology helps increase police communication with public

Community service agencies across the country continue to seek ways to keep the public informed. A new program is making that even easier -- and the Lampasas Police Department is participating. More...

Law Enforcement Report

The following arrests were reported by law enforcement officials. Oct. More...

LAFTA president: Art vital to communities

By LISA CARNLEY Staff Writer

"With schools cutting back on art programs and teachers, it is more important than ever that the arts be emphasized in the community," said Nancy Gray, local artist and president of Lampasas Association for the Arts. More...

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Agribusiness

Central Texas Hay Show accepting registration

Central Texas Hay Show for all hay producers in Burnet, Llano and Lampasas counties is Thursday at the Burnet County Fair Barn at 1 p.m., and ends with a barbecue and awards program at 6:30 p.m. Registration is $10. More...

Rainwater harvesting workshops to be held

Texas AgriLife Extension Service and The Antique Rose Emporium will co-sponsor rainwater harvesting workshops on Oct. 26 and Oct. 27 at The Antique Rose Emporium, 7561 E. Evans Rd. in San Antonio. The Oct. More...

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Kempner Water Supply advises customers to boil water

Boil order not in effect in Lampasas

Because of a water treatment problem, Kempner Water Supply Corporation has issued a notice for customers to boil their water. More...

Lampasas falls to No. 1 Lake Travis 38-7

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Officials considering school zone signs for Taylor Creek

LISD, Copperas Cove to discuss agreement
By LISA CARNLEY Staff Writer

It looks like Taylor Creek Elementary will get school zone signs, if the Lampasas Independent School District and the city of Copperas Cove can come to an agreement. Trustees discussed the situation at Monday's LISD board meeting. More...

Herb & Art Fest events coming Saturday

Herb and art enthusiasts will have their day Saturday at the 15th annual Herb & Art Fest on Courtyard Square at 9 a.m. More...

Biker rally

The Lampasas County Historic Fire House Run Biker Rally is Oct. 16-19 at the intersection of U.S. Highways 190, 281 and 183. More...

Open house

The new Lampasas Animal Shelter will have a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house on Thursday at 3 p.m. at the facility on College Street. Light refreshments will be served, and the public is invited to attend. More...

Deaths

Mr. Farley

A memorial service for James Henry Farley, 74, of Lampasas is Oct. 9, 2009, at 11:30 a.m. at New Covenant Church in Lampasas with Pastor Darrell Feemster officiating. More...

Mr. Parker

Randolph Alexander Parker died Oct. 4, 2009. He was 99. Funeral services were Oct. 7 at Niday Funeral Home in Houston with Melvin Hogan officiating. A graveside service followed at Naruna Baptist Church Cemetery in Burnet County. More...

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Sports

Unique technique

Lampasas head coach uses unconventional motivation method to prepare his team for No. 1 Lake Travis
By CLAY WHITTINGTON Staff Writer

Joey McQueen is willing to try almost anything to motivate his team. In the past, when his teams have been down, the veteran coach has brought shovels to work to represent how his kids need to "dig their way out" of a hole. More...

Lady Badgers fall to Marble Falls

By CLAY WHITTINGTON Staff Writer

Three days later, the Lady Badgers still looked punch-drunk. Lake Travis has that effect on lots of teams. After being soundly beaten last Friday by Lake Travis, the No. More...

People who have influenced my life

This article was written by Chip Baker from Conroe High School and is reproduced from the Texas Coach, October 2005. This is meant to help you reflect on your job and help you think about those people who have positively influenced your life. More...

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Lometa Reporter

Lometa Senior Center

111 N. W. Railway St. • 752-3693 • 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Reservations for lunches must be made a day ahead and before noon. No lunch served on Fridays. Monday, Oct. More...

L-M Garden Club plants for spring; readies for second yard sale event

Members of the L-M Garden and Civic Club were out early last week doing their best to ensure spring blooming of wildflowers and bluebonnets at Lometa Regional Park. More...

School Menu

For week of Oct. 12-16

Monday, Oct. 12 BREAKFAST: Cinnamon roll, cereal, fruit juice and milk. LUNCH: Chicken tenders/gravy, roll, mashed potatoes, green beans, mixed fruit and milk. Option: salad bar. Snack bar: cheeseburger. Tuesday, Oct. More...

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