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Robert Lansford, the city’s new aviation director, speaks to the Forward Lampasas group last week and describes what is needed at the Lampasas Municipal Airport in terms of expansion and improvements.

Robert Lansford, the city’s new aviation director, speaks to the Forward Lampasas group last week and describes what is needed at the Lampasas Municipal Airport in terms of expansion and improvements.

Aviation director outlines plans for municipal airport

An expansion could be on its way for the Lampasas Municipal Airport.Aviation Director Robert Lansford detailed possible growth plans, which include an extended runway, to members of the local non-profit Forward Lampasas at its meeting last Friday.
City Manager Erin Corbell is working through the budget season with Lampasas City Council members. She submitted her resignation in May, stating she would remain on board until her replacement is hired. HUNTER KING | DISPATCH RECORD

City Manager Erin Corbell is working through the budget season with Lampasas City Council members. She submitted her resignation in May, stating she would remain on board until her replacement is hired. HUNTER KING | DISPATCH RECORD

New city manager chosen, set to start in early September

After an executive session during Monday’s meeting of the Lampasas City Council, Mayor Pro Tem Cathy Kuehne made a motion to authorize the city attorney to execute an employment contract for the position of city manager, effective Sept. 2.
Changes have been made to the transportation services available to Lampasas County residents by “The HOP.” A revised funding request has been approved by the county that will help return the bus service to rural residents in 2026. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Changes have been made to the transportation services available to Lampasas County residents by “The HOP.” A revised funding request has been approved by the county that will help return the bus service to rural residents in 2026. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Commissioners Court to fund rural HOP service

Residents in the unincorporated areas of Lampasas County will see services from the Hill Country Transit District – known as “the HOP” – return in 2026.

BRIEFLY

The Lampasas County Historical Commission is seeking a Texas Historical Marker for the Lometa School. Total cost is $2,500. Donations are requested to make this marker possible. Funds are needed by mid-September.The Lometa Class of 1963 has chipped in $430, but more is needed.
This group of Klose family members was among those gathered in August 2024 for the 103rd reunion. The Kloses will meet Saturday to celebrate their 104th annual family meeting. COURTESY PHOTO

This group of Klose family members was among those gathered in August 2024 for the 103rd reunion. The Kloses will meet Saturday to celebrate their 104th annual family meeting. COURTESY PHOTO

Klose relatives to hold 104th family reunion

The Klose family will celebrate more than a century of gatherings when family members meet Saturday. The 104th reunion is set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the First Street Church of Christ fellowship hall.Klose reunions are always held the first Saturday of August.
The Rev. William F. Roach (1908-1947) was assigned to St. Mary’s parish in Lampasas in 1939, shortly after his ordination. court esy photo | The Dominican Monastery of the Infant Jesus, Lufkin, texas

The Rev. William F. Roach (1908-1947) was assigned to St. Mary’s parish in Lampasas in 1939, shortly after his ordination. court esy photo | The Dominican Monastery of the Infant Jesus, Lufkin, texas

St. Christopher’s Catholic Church and Father Roach -- the builder of churches

EDITOR’S NOTE: Lampasas historian Jeff Jackson has researched a number of topics. The following is part of a series on the establishment of Catholic churches in this community.The Roach brothers, twins John and William, were ordained on May 18, 1939.Father William F.
Three decades of service

Three decades of service

Three decades of service

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DISTRICT COURT

Lampasas County 27th District Court convened last week with Judge Debbie Garrett presiding over the day’s hearings.Defendant Stacy Naomi Olivares of Lampasas entered a plea on a charge of exploitation of a child/ elderly/disabled person, and the finding was withheld.
Precinct 3 Commissioner Shad Hill, left, and County Judge Randy Hoyer listen to a presentation Monday about eligibility for Lampasas County to receive some funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. erick mitchell | dispatch record

Precinct 3 Commissioner Shad Hill, left, and County Judge Randy Hoyer listen to a presentation Monday about eligibility for Lampasas County to receive some funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. erick mitchell | dispatch record

Lampasas added to list of counties eligible for FEMA funds

Lampasas County along with nine other Texas counties now are eligible for disaster assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency.The announcement was made Thursday by Gov.