If you aren’t a Tarleton State University alum, the words “Purple Poo” probably don’t mean anything. Tarleton State senior Ace Brooks, however, is all too familiar with the century-old secret society.For the last two years, Brooks has been a member of Tarleton State’s unique student-led spirit…
Two women were hospitalized after a two-vehicle wreck on U.S. Highway 281 Tuesday morning.Lampasas Police Department authorities said the collision, which was reported at 7:41 a.m., occurred at the intersection of the highway and the Lampasas High School driveway. “We received multiple 911…
TXDOT OPEN HOUSEThe Texas Department of Transportation will hold two in-person meetings to present information on its planned U.S. Highway 281 upgrades. The project will extend from Lampasas to Evant.The Lampasas open house is set for April 30 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at New Covenant Church, 1604…
A Kempner man and U.S. Air Force veteran died recently after a motorcycle wreck on the U.S. Highway 190 bypass.Copperas Cove police authorities said 29-year-old Brandon Wayne Fitzwater succumbed to his injuries after colliding with a vehicle.Police said on April 7 at about 8:29 p.m., police…
Brennan Ross, at left, and Aden Felan try their hand at carving stone. This carving station was among the activities offered at this year’s Arts in the Park for Kids, held Saturday at Campbell Park. For more photos from the event, see page 3.
Although solar eclipse crowds did not reach the overwhelming numbers that were predicted ahead of the event, several local officials agreed the Lampasas community attracted plenty of visitors, managed traffic conditions well and had the potential for increased revenue for local businesses.Ross…
We've all had those moments when someone crosses our mind, and we think we should call them, stop by or send a text. Occasionally, we might do it, but often our hours turn into days and our days into weeks, and before we know it, another month has passed us by.A few weeks ago, my friend Ray…
This year’s edition of the Riata Roundup Rodeo & LTX BBQ Fest will take place at the 580 Sports Complex from April 25-27.Vendor booths have sold out for the event, but those looking to register their youngster for mutton busting or the barbecue cook-off may do so.The Riata Roundup will kick off…
Texas Legato Winery hosted a sizable group of RV travelers over the eclipse weekend. Neighbors said it was quite a sight to have so many visitors in one place, and the travelers seemed pleased with the hospitality they received from winery owners Bill and SuLynn Bledsoe.
Lampasas County residents can relax their fears over possible heightened water restrictions, as last week’s rainfall added more than two feet of water to the Stillhouse Hollow Lake reservoir.Stillhouse Hollow Lake is the production site for the Kempner Water Supply Corp. KWSC General Manager Bruce…
The middle school tennis season officially has begun, and Lampasas got off to a good start at the first tournament in Copperas Cove.In seventh-grade girls’ singles, Madelynn White finished in first place, Sophia Thomas placed fourth, and Hallie Watson lost in the consolation finals.In seventh-grade…
A Kempner man and U.S. Air Force veteran died recently after a motorcycle wreck on the U.S.
Brennan Ross, at left, and Aden Felan try their hand at carving stone. This carving station was…
When Madison Roedler drove home from her college campus the first weekend in March, she thought it…
If you aren’t a Tarleton State University alum, the words “Purple Poo” probably don’t mean anything. Tarleton State senior Ace Brooks, however, is all too familiar with the century-old secret society.
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Two women were hospitalized after a two-vehicle wreck on U.S. Highway 281 Tuesday morning.Lampasas Police Department authorities said the collision, which was…
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The Little Badger Theatre Camp is seeking student participants for this year’s annual production.The Lampasas Theatre Company and Little Badger Theatre Camp…
Sports
Hunter King
The middle school tennis season officially has begun, and Lampasas got off to a good start at the first tournament in Copperas Cove.In seventh-grade girls’…
Hunter King
The Lady Badger middle school soccer team started its season last Friday with a 3-1 win over the Burnet Lady Bulldogs.According to coach Nathaniel Brayton, the…
Hunter King
A new head girls’ basketball coach has been selected for the Lady Badgers for the second time in as many years. This time the hire has been made from inside…
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Joycesarah Mccabe
We've all had those moments when someone crosses our mind, and we think we should call them, stop by or send a text. Occasionally, we might do it, but often…
Erick Mitchell
This year’s edition of the Riata Roundup Rodeo & LTX BBQ Fest will take place at the 580 Sports Complex from April 25-27.Vendor booths have sold out for…
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Now that the long-anticipated total eclipse event of 2024 is over, the Lampasas County Museum is moving on to new exhibits.An exhibit sponsored by the East…
