Lampasas man injured in collision with dump truck

A 76-year-old Lampasas man was seriously injured in a collision Friday morning when authorities said he made a U-turn in front of a dump truck. Texas DPS troopers responded to a major crash at 9:56 a.m. on U.S. Highway 190 about five miles west of Kempner in Lampasas County.

Part 3: Saloon days are over in Lampasas

EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the final part in a series by local historian Jeff Jackson on early-day prohibition efforts in Lampasas County. The third local option election in this series took place in Lampasas County on Aug. 15, 1906.

Lometa tables police chief salary discussion

The Lometa City Council met last Monday for its regular session, the first after approving the new budget. Agenda items included job considerations, improvements at the city park and action related to the Lometa Police Department.

County to discuss pay increase for election workers

County officials are mulling the possibility of a pay increase for election judges and poll workers. Scheduled for 9 a.m.

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CHRISTMAS CANTATA The Lampasas Community Choir and the Chancel Choir of First United Methodist Church will begin rehearsals for the 74th annual Christmas Cantata on Wednesday at 7:15 p.m. in the sanctuary of First United Methodist Church, 2 Alexander Dr.

Sunny weather for outdoor activities

Julia Greenberg enjoys her afternoon Tuesday with the ducks at W.M. Brook Park.

Drivers urged to be cautious of pedestrians as days get shorter

It will be more challenging to see pedestrians as days get shorter during the fall and winter months. That’s why TxDOT’s “Be Safe. Drive Smart.” safety campaign is kicking off National Pedestrian Safety Month, reminding drivers and pedestrians to stay alert and watch out for each other.

October community events provide fun for kids, families

With the cooler weather in October, many community events are scheduled for area residents. The Lampasas Fall Fest is Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the downtown courthouse square. The Courtyard Square Association sponsors this annual event. Plant, gardening and craft vendors will be available.

FFA Range and Land teams place in competition

Lampasas FFA members recently competed in the Comal-Guadalupe SWCD CDE Contests. There, students had their first contests of the year for Range and Land Judging.