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Councilman Charlie Pratus said the city should recognize Juneteenth as a paid day off, since it already is a federal holiday. HUNTER KING | DISPATCH RECORD

Councilman Charlie Pratus said the city should recognize Juneteenth as a paid day off, since it already is a federal holiday. HUNTER KING | DISPATCH RECORD

City Council revisits Juneteenth, budget workshop dates

Hunter King
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Monday’s Lampasas City Council meeting was highlighted by a spirited discussion surrounding the Juneteenth holiday as well as setting dates for budget workshop meetings this summer.
Saratoga Underground Water Conservation District Precinct 1 Director Stan Wilson, left, and Precinct 2 Director Reuben Martinez look on during Monday’s workshop with the Lampasas County Commissioners Court. Saratoga UWCD is seeking additional funding from the county to ensure the district is fulfilling its duties as required by state law. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Saratoga Underground Water Conservation District Precinct 1 Director Stan Wilson, left, and Precinct 2 Director Reuben Martinez look on during Monday’s workshop with the Lampasas County Commissioners Court. Saratoga UWCD is seeking additional funding from the county to ensure the district is fulfilling its duties as required by state law. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Saratoga UWCD future hinges on funding

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Saratoga Underground Water Conservation District’s future lies in the hands of the Lampasas County Commissioners Court.On Monday, commissioners held a joint workshop with the Saratoga UWCD board to understand the district’s funding needs.
Police Chief Ronnie Strain came to Lometa in August 2024 after spending 25 years with the Hays County Sheriff’s Department. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Police Chief Ronnie Strain came to Lometa in August 2024 after spending 25 years with the Hays County Sheriff’s Department. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Lometa police chief announces decision to retire in August

Cheri Jay-wienecke
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Though the Lometa City Council handled a full agenda during its regular meeting June 4, it was the department head reports that surprised council members.After its business items, the council adjourned into executive session.

BRIEFLY

News Staff
Thursday, June 11, 2026
JUNETEENTH CELEBRATIONThe former Lampasas Colored School at 514 College St. will be the site for a Juneteenth Celebration on June 19 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.Community members should bring a favorite dish to share for the potluck meal.
Mr. Kellner

Mr. Kellner

Services set Saturday for Milton Kellner

News Staff
Monday, June 8, 2026
Local businessman and one-time Lampasas County Extension agent Milton Kellner died on May 31, 2026.A celebration of his life will be held at Lampasas Community Church on June 13 at 11 a.m. Sneed-Carnley Funeral Chapel has charge of arrangements.Born on Jan.

BRIEFLY

News Staff
Monday, June 8, 2026
COWBOY BALLThe Landing at Bar 17 will be the site for the Cowboy Ball, presented by the Adamsville Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary. The event is Saturday from 6-10 p.m. at 2414 County Road 2315.Admission is $50, which includes food for the evening.

Screwworm detected in Texas calf

Erick Mitchell
Monday, June 8, 2026
On Wednesday, the U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed the detection of a New World screwworm in a threeweek old bovine in Zavala County in South Texas.This marks the first case of the parasitic screwworm in Texas in more than half a century.
HUNTER KING | DISPATCH RECORD

HUNTER KING | DISPATCH RECORD

Mural nears completion

News Staff
Monday, June 8, 2026
Vision Lampasas volunteers have painted their newest community mural on the side of the Kindred Spa building along U.S. Highway 281 South. The design features Sulphur Creek and a beautiful Hill Country sunset.
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