ARRESTS

The following arrests were reported to the Lampasas Dispatch Record by area law enforcement officials. The Dispatch Record prints the name and charge(s) of people arrested on at least one Class B misdemeanor – or more serious – charge.

Annular eclipse to occur Oct. 14

An upcoming annular eclipse is expected to impact solar production for the Electric Reliability Council of Texas, but no conservation is thought necessary at this time, officials said. On Oct. 14, an annular solar eclipse will pass through the ERCOT region.

Cooling off with a fun treat

Louie Huckabee concentrates on his snow cone Tuesday night. The treats were offered as part of the annual National Night Out celebration.

Residents get together at National Night Out

The H-E-B parking lot was filled to capacity Tuesday evening as residents came to visit with area law enforcement representatives, and enjoy the community atmosphere while munching on food and picking up goody bags. For more photos from the event, see page 2.

TxDOT sets new open house dates for U.S. 281 project

After a canceled public meeting on July 25, TxDOT officials have rescheduled a virtual and in-person open house for early November to discuss the expansion of U.S. Highway 281 between Lampasas and Evant. The open house has one virtual time frame and two in-person meeting options.

BRIEFLY

Lampasas Lions Club is offering its annual Poinsettia Fundraiser. Red, maroon and white poinsettias are available for $15 each. To order, contact a Lions Club member or email lampasaslionsclub@gmail.com.

Lampasas: a beacon of progress and unity

Dear Lampasas residents, I'm honored to continue our dialogue through this second mayoral message. As we navigate the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead, I'm inspired by the unwavering spirit and dedication of our community. Together, we are building a brighter future for Lampasas.

Storm’s Showdown tournament set for Oct. 7

The second annual Storm’s Showdown will take place Saturday at Storm’s Drive-In. The cornhole tournament will be held in the back parking lot of the restaurant at 201 N. Key Ave., beginning at 10 a.m.