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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

With the cooler weather in October, many community events are scheduled for area residents. The Lampasas Fall Fest is Saturday from 9 a.m.