McNeely, as a San Saba Armadillo golfer, was one of the earliest competitors on Hancock Park’s front nine holes when that portion opened in the 1990s. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

McNeely, as a San Saba Armadillo golfer, was one of the earliest competitors on Hancock Park’s front nine holes when that portion opened in the 1990s. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

New golf superintendent at home on course

Erick Mitchell
Monday, August 3, 2026
San Saba native Shawn McNeely is no stranger to Hancock Park Golf Course.
JENNIFER CUMMINGS | COURTESY PHOTO

JENNIFER CUMMINGS | COURTESY PHOTO

Fire off County Road 3220

Thursday, August 6, 2026

Several columns of smoke rise from a fire near a residential area in this photo submitted by Jennifer Cummings of Kempner. When she contacted the Kempner Volunteeer Fire Department Tuesday at 12:45 p.m., personnel already were en route to deal with the blaze.

News 

Lampasas-area residents have expressed interest in bringing a splash pad to the city to offer a free cooling zone/play area. This photo from a facility in Leander shows some types of water features that could be built. Neighboring communities Copperas Cove and San Saba also have splash pad features in municipal park areas. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Lampasas-area residents have expressed interest in bringing a splash pad to the city to offer a free cooling zone/play area. This photo from a facility in Leander shows some types of water features that could be built. Neighboring communities Copperas Cove and San Saba also have splash pad features in municipal park areas. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Hundreds sign petition for splash pad

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, August 6, 2026
A petition started on Change.org for a splash pad inside the city of Lampasas is gaining momentum.

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Thursday, August 6, 2026
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Sports 

Dove may tend to be less concentrated after rainy conditions, but Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Program Leader Owen Fitzsimmons said the birds should generally benefit from a wetter summer and improved habitat. KAYE MCDANIEL | COURTESY PHOTO

Dove may tend to be less concentrated after rainy conditions, but Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Program Leader Owen Fitzsimmons said the birds should generally benefit from a wetter summer and improved habitat. KAYE MCDANIEL | COURTESY PHOTO

State’s dove prospects mostly unharmed by summer floods

Jeff Lowe
Thursday, August 6, 2026
Dove season is less than a month away, and according to Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, the...
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Life 

Forward Lampasas completed its trail along Sulphur Creek between the Western Street and Fourth Street bridges in 2025. While that project remains a focus for the group, the nonprofit is looking to expand its reach in new avenues. COURTESY PHOTO

Forward Lampasas completed its trail along Sulphur Creek between the Western Street and Fourth Street bridges in 2025. While that project remains a focus for the group, the nonprofit is looking to expand its reach in new avenues. COURTESY PHOTO

Forward Lampasas seeks input on next project

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, August 6, 2026
Forward Lampasas is eyeing community input on what projects the local nonprofit organization should...
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