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LISD settles on proposed tax rate

Erick Mitchell
Monday, August 10, 2026
The Lampasas Independent School District Board of Trustees met Friday to set the date for a public hearing on the district’s budget and proposed tax rate for the 2026-2027 fiscal year.Trustees Jeff Rutland and Randy Morris were absent from the short session.The public hearing will occur Aug.
Lampasas residents who live near the Diamond Ridge subdivision and others were out in full force Thursday for the Planning and Zoning Commission’s public hearing on a rezoning request for property along Naruna Road. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Lampasas residents who live near the Diamond Ridge subdivision and others were out in full force Thursday for the Planning and Zoning Commission’s public hearing on a rezoning request for property along Naruna Road. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

P&Z Commission denies duplex plans

Erick Mitchell
Monday, August 10, 2026
Following public outcry, the city of Lampasas’ Planning and Zoning Commission voted to deny a single-family attached rezoning request for property along Naruna Road. The action came during Thursday’s regular meeting of the P&Z.

BRIEFLY

News Staff
Monday, August 10, 2026
ICE CREAM SOCIALLampasas Senior Center will hold an Ice Cream Social Fundraiser on Aug. 27 at 12:30 p.m. Those who make a donation will get a sweet treat. All proceeds go directly to the Meals on Wheels program to provide food for homebound seniors..

Energy drinks banned on Lampasas campuses

Erick Mitchell
Monday, August 10, 2026
Lampasas ISD has banned energy drinks and caffeine pouches at all five of its campuses for the upcoming school year, which begins on Thursday.An announcement was made on Lampasas High School’s Facebook page Aug. 3 after school board members approved the change in last week’s regular meeting.
Dan Wegmiller of Specialized Public Finance. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Dan Wegmiller of Specialized Public Finance. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

LISD authorizes bond sale

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, August 6, 2026
The Lampasas ISD Board of Trustees authorized the sale of its entire $115.55 million voter-approved bond package during Monday’s regular meeting.
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.In less than two weeks, the online petition started by Lampasas resident Ashley McCoy has garnered more than 650 signatures.McCoy said she has been surprised by the feedback from other residents.
Lometa Mayor Derek Talley, left, administers the oath to council member Alex Witherspoon who will serve as mayor pro tem, while newly appointed council member Christine Eltgroth looks on during Monday night’s meeting.

Lometa Mayor Derek Talley, left, administers the oath to council member Alex Witherspoon who will serve as mayor pro tem, while newly appointed council member Christine Eltgroth looks on during Monday night’s meeting.

Lometa council member sworn in

Cheri Jay-wienecke
Thursday, August 6, 2026
The city of Lometa added a new face to its governing body Monday night. After meeting in regular session at Lometa City Hall, the City Council adjourned with all seats filled for the first time since last November.

BRIEFLY

News Staff
Thursday, August 6, 2026
GRIEF SUPPORT GROUPA GriefShare support group is a safe place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. At this 13-week group, participants will receive guidance and tips to provide relief, comfort and peace of mind.GriefShare will meet on Tuesdays from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Aug. 25-Nov.
JENNIFER CUMMINGS | COURTESY PHOTO

JENNIFER CUMMINGS | COURTESY PHOTO

Fire off County Road 3220

News Staff
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.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

News Staff
Thursday, August 6, 2026
Friday, Aug. 7Bingo, 10 A.M. Lampasas Multi-Service Center, 901 S. Live Oak.Sunday, Aug. 9Hicks Chapel Church Of God In Christ, 11 A.M. Worship Service. 1102 S. Chestnut St.Alcoholics Anonymous, 5 P.M. St. Mary’S Episcopal Church, Fourth Street And Chestnut.Alcoholics Anonymous, 6 P.M.
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