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A packed audience was on hand at the Taylor Creek Elementary School cafeteria for Thursday’s ceremony that highlighted the achievements of 73 students. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

A packed audience was on hand at the Taylor Creek Elementary School cafeteria for Thursday’s ceremony that highlighted the achievements of 73 students. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Taylor Creek students earn special degree

Erick Mitchell
Monday, February 9, 2026
Although not yet in their teenage years, 73 Taylor Creek Elementary School students acquired their “master’s degree” in a special ceremony Thursday.The TCE master’s degree program is a six-week initiative held twice per week after school.

Lady Badger soccer team loses on penalty kicks to Academy

Hunter King
Monday, February 9, 2026
Last Friday, the varsity girls’ soccer team traveled to Academy for the second district contest of the season. Lampasas played to a 1-1 draw after full time but ultimately lost on penalty kicks.“We came out hard and fought for 80 minutes,” head coach Kim Burnside said.

Lampasas powerlifters compete at Brady meet

Hunter King
Monday, February 9, 2026
Last Thursday, both the boys’ and girls’ powerlifting teams traveled to Brady for their next meet.At the Heart of Texas Invitational, the Lampasas girls’ team finished in fifth place with a total of 21 points, according to coach TJ Cleavinger.

TxDOT to hold virtual meeting on Rural Transportation plan

News Staff
Monday, February 9, 2026
The Texas Department of Transportation’s Brownwood District will host a public meeting, in virtual format, to provide an update on the proposed revision to the 2025-2028 Rural Transportation Improvement Program.The meeting will be accessible at TxDOT.

County Road 2200 closed for repairs

News Staff
Monday, February 9, 2026
Precinct 3 Commissioner Shad Hill has announced that County Road 2200 north of FM 581 East will be closed for repairs, beginning Feb. 10. The closure could extend up to 10 days.Those with questions may contact Hill at 512-734-3578.
ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

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Water spout spews on Western Street

News Staff
Thursday, February 5, 2026
City workers repair a water line Tuesday at the intersection of East Fourth Street and Western that was hit by contractors performing other work in the downtown area, according to Interim City Manager Erin Harrison.
The Hostess House, which overlooks Hancock Springs Free-Flow Pool, has been the site for many social gatherings and reunions. COURTESY PHOTO

The Hostess House, which overlooks Hancock Springs Free-Flow Pool, has been the site for many social gatherings and reunions. COURTESY PHOTO

Council approves Hostess House fees

Hunter King
Thursday, February 5, 2026
The Lampasas City Council approved the first reading of an ordinance amending the fee schedule for use of city parks and recreation facilities, specifically the Hostess House.

School board reviews STAAR results

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, February 5, 2026
Lampasas ISD Assistant Superintendent Dana Holcomb provided the district’s Board of Trustees a glimpse at the recently released Texas Academic Performance Report during Monday’s regular meeting.The report, which was released by the Texas Education Agency on Dec.

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U.s. 183 Widening Project
Thursday, February 5, 2026
The Texas Department of Transportation’s contractor, Big Creek Construction Ltd., has begun work on a nearly $55 million widening project on U.S. Highway 183 North. The project extends from a half-mile south of Lometa to the intersection of U.S. 281 in Lampasas.
After severe flooding across the Hill Country last summer, the Texas Legislature passed a bill requiring warning sirens and special water gauges in areas prone to flooding. This could apply to waterways such as Sulphur Creek and others in Lampasas County. COURTESY PHOTO

After severe flooding across the Hill Country last summer, the Texas Legislature passed a bill requiring warning sirens and special water gauges in areas prone to flooding. This could apply to waterways such as Sulphur Creek and others in Lampasas County. COURTESY PHOTO

County eligible for grant to assist flood-prone areas

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, February 5, 2026
Lampasas County is eligible for a grant of up to $1 million from the Texas Water Development Board to boost safety and security infrastructure in flood-prone areas.During Monday’s Lampasas County Commissioners Court meeting that was rescheduled from Jan.
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