Boil water notice issued

Updates: As of 4:15 p.m., KWSC officials stated they have received the 10-inch piece of concrete pipe required for the repair, and repair work will soon be underway. Once welding is complete, the lines will be repressurized. Customers are expected to have water later tonight, officials said.

Brush chipping underway

The city of Lampasas has begun its fall brush chipping program. Residents may place brush by their front curb for pick-up by city crews during the designated week for each quadrant of town, beginning Oct. 30 through Nov.

Ready for Squared Silly

This gang of friends was ready for anything at Saturday’s downtown festival at the courthouse square. From left to right are Clayton Clifton, Colter Clifton, Lucky Bumpas, Linden Bumpas and Holt Bumpas.

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JURY DUTY CANCELED Jury duty Nov. 2 for Precinct 4 Justice of the Peace Dan Hause in Kempner has been canceled. Early voting in the Constitutional Amendment Election continues through Friday. Fourteen propositions are on the ballot.

Icy conditions could arise on Tuesday

The National Weather Service issued a freeze watch at 11:33 a.m. this morning for Lampasas County.  The NWS says sub-freezing temperatures may arise late Tuesday night through Wednesday morning.

TPWD releases statistics on hunting accidents; most attributed to careless handling of firearm

With the 2023 general deer season set to begin, hunters can contribute to safe hunting practices by taking advantage of hunters education courses.

Winery earns top award

Texas Legato Winery, owned by Bill and Sulynn Bledsoe of Lampasas, received the 2023 Grand Star Medal for its Non-Vintage Sojourn port-styled wine. The grape is a 2023 Washington Syrah made on site, Bledsoe said.