Lometa City Council OK’s appraisal district budget for 2026

The Lometa City Council dealt with lease agreements during last week’s regular meeting.The meeting began with a surprise announcement during the open forum.District Clerk Edith Harrison presented the city with a check for $5,950.65.

Back to the classroom for students

Kline Whitis Elementary School students and parents were greeted with “Welcome back to school” signs on Friday to celebrate the first day of classes. All Lampasas ISD campuses are open for the start of the 2025-2026 term.

BRIEFLY

SEE YOU AT THE LIBRARYOn Saturday, families across the country will gather for “See You at the Library,” a nationwide event to celebrate faith, freedom and the power of storytelling.Lampasas Public Library will participate in this endeavor, sponsored locally by Texas First Conservative Alliance.

Enjoying a last splash for the summer

The city of Lampasas hosted a Back to School Bash and Movie Night at the Hanna Springs Swimming Pool last weekend. For the remainder of the month, the pool will be open on Saturdays and Sundays only, from noon to 5 p.m. before it closes for the year.

BRIEFLY

SEE YOU AT THE LIBRARYOn Aug. 16, families across the country will gather for “See You at the Library,” a nationwide event to celebrate faith, freedom and the power of storytelling.Lampasas Public Library will participate in this endeavor, sponsored locally by Texas First Conservative Alliance.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

friDAY, aug. 8bingo, 10 a.m. Lampasas Multi-Service Center, 901 S. Live Oak.Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m. St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, Fourth Street and Chestnut.saturDAY, Aug. 9Lake victor homecoming, noon. Lake Victor Community Center.

Historical Commission recognized by state

Lampasas County Historical Commission representatives pose for a photo alongside County Judge Randy Hoyer after the Commissioners Court recognized the commission for being named one of 60 across the 254 Texas counties that received the Distinguished Service Award from the Texas Historical...