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State Rep. David Spiller (R-Jacksboro), shown at a 2025 gathering in Lampasas, believes more “guardrails” need to be in place to ensure data center development is responsible. He said constituents all across his district are concerned about the proliferation of data centers and projects to erect high-voltage transmission lines that criss-cross the state. COURTESY PHOTO

State Rep. David Spiller (R-Jacksboro), shown at a 2025 gathering in Lampasas, believes more “guardrails” need to be in place to ensure data center development is responsible. He said constituents all across his district are concerned about the proliferation of data centers and projects to erect high-voltage transmission lines that criss-cross the state. COURTESY PHOTO

Spiller highlights data centers, 765-kV lines as top issues for district

Erick Mitchell
Monday, July 20, 2026
Data centers and proposed 765-kilovolt transmission lines are the top concerns for Lampasas County residents and constituents in the 12 rural counties State Rep. David Spiller (R-Jacksboro) serves.
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Lometa FFA rodeo tradition continues

News Staff
Monday, July 20, 2026
The U.S. and Texas flags are presented to the crowd before Lometa FFA’s Jr. Rodeo gets underway Friday evening. The two-night rodeo featuring calf riding, barrel racing, goat tying and more, serves as an annual fundraiser for the group.
Lampasas natives Chase Kuker and Jordan Kuker offered showings last week of their recently completed documentary that tells the story of their hometown. Numerous local residents participated in the project, and their voices narrate the film and describe the legacy of the city. The Kukers said they plan to hold more showings of the documentary and want to take it to film festivals. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

Lampasas natives Chase Kuker and Jordan Kuker offered showings last week of their recently completed documentary that tells the story of their hometown. Numerous local residents participated in the project, and their voices narrate the film and describe the legacy of the city. The Kukers said they plan to hold more showings of the documentary and want to take it to film festivals. ERICK MITCHELL | DISPATCH RECORD

‘Lampasas -- Hometown, Texas’ premieres to local gathering

Erick Mitchell
Monday, July 20, 2026
Nearly 200 Lampasas residents turned out Friday at The Adelphia for two screenings of the new, locally produced documentary “Lampasas – Hometown, Texas.

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News Staff
Monday, July 20, 2026
BADGER FOOTBALL TICKETSBadger football season tickets will become available this month. Season ticket holders from last year will have the opportunity to renew their tickets online from July 20-24.Online season ticket purchases will be open to others from July 30-Aug. 13 on the Lampasas ISD website.

City Council addresses rumors of staff cuts

Hunter King
Thursday, July 16, 2026
The Lampasas City Council made quick work of the agenda in a meeting Monday that centered around just a few items. Members approved a preliminary plat of the Saddle Ridge Subdivision and voted to approve the Lampasas Central Appraisal District budget for 2027.
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Parade marches through historic downtown

News Staff
Thursday, July 16, 2026
The Flames drill team helps herald the 2026 Spring Ho Grand Parade, as entries proceed down East Third Street where throngs of onlookers celebrate the festival tradition. For a final wrap-up of the “Stars, Stripes and Spring Ho Nights” activities, see inside.

Commissioners support budget for appraisal district

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, July 16, 2026
The Lampasas County Commissioners Court members believe the Lampasas Central Appraisal District is moving in a much-needed direction.During Monday’s regular meeting, commissioners approved LCAD’s 2027 budget that includes a 9.25% increase over the current budget.
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Fireworks delight Spring Ho crowd

News Staff
Thursday, July 16, 2026
The annual Fireworks Show that follows Gospel Night music remains one of the more popular offerings during the Spring Ho festival. The banks of Sulphur Creek are a popular site to observe the pyrotechnics.

Speed limit lowered on Kempner street

Erick Mitchell
Thursday, July 16, 2026
In a narrow 3-2 vote, the Kempner City Council agreed to lower the speed limit on Sidewinder Street to 10 mph. The action came during Tuesday’s regular meeting after resident concerns were noted about the existing 30 mph limit on the street.
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