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Councilman Myles Haider was the only member to vote against a change to the base rates for water service. HUNTER KING | DISPATCH RECOARD

Councilman Myles Haider was the only member to vote against a change to the base rates for water service. HUNTER KING | DISPATCH RECOARD

City Council approves increase to water, wastewater rates

Hunter King
Thursday, August 29, 2024
At Monday’s Lampasas City Council meeting, members decided to approve a $5 increase to the monthly base rate for both the water and wastewater services within the city.Prior to approval of the increase, the monthly wastewater rate was $24 for residential and apartment properties.

SHEEP, GOAT AUCTION

News Staff
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
The Aug. 22 market report from Mills County Commission Co. follows.Total receipts: 2,239. Previous week: 1,717.Trends: Light kids $5 lower. Slaughter kids steady; slaughter nannies steady; replacement nannies $10 higher.Wool lambs $5 lower; Dorper lambs and Barbado lambs $5 higher.Prices follow.
As the sun rises over Lampasas County, a new fence surrounds a vast hayfield, standing strong against the morning light. The sturdy metal posts and taut wire symbolize the resilience and determination of the agricultural community to rebuild JOYCESARAH MCCABE | DISPATCH RECORD

As the sun rises over Lampasas County, a new fence surrounds a vast hayfield, standing strong against the morning light. The sturdy metal posts and taut wire symbolize the resilience and determination of the agricultural community to rebuild JOYCESARAH MCCABE | DISPATCH RECORD

Rising from the water

Joycesarah Mccabe
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
The spring floods that surged through Lampasas County became a formidable force and left in its wake broken trees, destroyed water gaps, devastated cattle herds and sweptaway fences. Yet, it was the resilience of the ranching community that shone through in the aftermath.
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Friday night lights on the horizon

News Staff
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Bryson Roberts, with the football, runs through the China Spring secondary while Kevin Castruita provides blocking during last Thursday’s scrimmage. The Badgers open the 2024 campaign Friday night at home with a game against Fredericksburg.
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Funeral Mass set Saturday for Dr. Leonardo

News Staff
Monday, August 26, 2024
Dr. Pablo B. Leonardo of Lampasas, a longtime internist and cardiologist, died on Aug. 20, 2024. He was 85.A rosary will be held at Sneed-Carnley Funeral Chapel on Aug. 30 at 5:30 p.m., with visitation to follow until 8 p.m.The Funeral Mass will be held at St. Mary Catholic Church on Aug.
Although Lampasas Middle School didn't receive an enrollment hike, Lampasas ISD is eyeing the possibility of developing a new campus to house future students. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Although Lampasas Middle School didn't receive an enrollment hike, Lampasas ISD is eyeing the possibility of developing a new campus to house future students. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

LISD sees enrollment bump

Erick Mitchell
Monday, August 26, 2024
Lampasas Independent School District is continuing to grow based on enrollment numbers from the start of the 2024-2025 school year.At the end of the 2023-2024 school year, LISD finished with 3,559 students. As of Aug, 16, the district has 3,640 students enrolled across its five campuses.
A petition has garnered attention for opening Sulphur Creek at W.M. Brook Park for swimming. ERICK MITCELL | DISPATCH RECORD

A petition has garnered attention for opening Sulphur Creek at W.M. Brook Park for swimming. ERICK MITCELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Petition to open Sulphur Creek for swimming gains steam

Erick Mitchell
Monday, August 26, 2024
An online petition seeking to open Sulphur Creek at W.M. Brook Park for more public access is garnering attention from Lampasas County residents.The petition titled “Support Safety Access and Environmental Protection at Sulphur Creek” on change.

Home along FM 1690 engulfed by flames

Erick Mitchell
Monday, August 26, 2024
A one-story home located along 7000 Farm-to-Market Road 1690 was lost to flames in the midnight hours on Aug. 22.Lampasas Volunteer Fire Department Chief Tim Weinrick says the cause of the fire is currently under investigation.
Adamsville Volunteer Fire Department firefighters work to extinguish a grass fire along U.S. Highway 281, about five miles south of Adamsville. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Adamsville Volunteer Fire Department firefighters work to extinguish a grass fire along U.S. Highway 281, about five miles south of Adamsville. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Grass fires on the rise with drier conditions

Erick Mitchell
Monday, August 26, 2024
As temperatures rise and few raindrops fall, the likelihood of wildfires is set to increase, according to the Lampasas Fire Department.Wildfires are common from August to October due to high heat and extended dry conditions.
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