Kempner police are seeking information about two burglaries that occurred in the 12000 block of U.S. Highway 190 early Tuesday morning.

Kempner Police Department closed U.S. Highway 190 in Kempner after a citizen discovered an explosive device in a box he had purchased at a garage sale.

The Lampasas County Museum will offer guest musical performances in conjunction with its newest exhibit “And the Beat Goes On.” On Saturday, saxophonist Dave Hausmann will play at 1 p.m., followed by the all-male, a capella group Hims of Praise at 2 p.m. The concerts are free of charge at 303 S.

March 2 will mark the 187th birthday of Texas’ independence from Mexico. On this day in 1936, a formal document was signed by 59 delegates who represented each of the Texian settlements. This important declaration officially declared our independence and created the Republic of Texas.

Howard Payne University recently hosted the Sumners Social for prospective and current students, with nearly 60 attendees present. HPU Sumners Scholars shared the opportunities of the program over free hot chocolate and s’mores. The event was held in conjunction with the HPU’s Office of Admissions as a part of a student preview day.

Future Shakespeares took center stage Friday for Taylor Creek Elementary School’s second annual Poetry Café. Fourth-grade students had the opportunity to show off the poetry skills they have been working on for the last month.

The report from the Feb. 15 Lampasas Cattle Auction follows.