the weather
High yesterday was 71° The low this morning was 44°
The cold front expected tomorrow morning is not expected to lower temperatures at all, just reinforce the cooler air, however winds will shift to the NW. Highs are still expected to top out in the 80’s over the weekend. The cold front is expected to keep low temperatures in the 50’s. But keep the faith, the forecasters say another stronger cold front is expected Late Thursday and is expected to tap into some colder air so highs next weekend may only be in the 60’s.
Today: Sunny with a high of 82°, light S-SW winds becoming S-SE 10-15 mph.
Tonight: Mostly clear with a low near 61°. S. wind continues at 5-10 mph.
Saturday : Sunny with a high near 87°, SW wind at 10-15 becoming NW in the afternoon.
Saturday night: Clear with a low around 57°. N wind at 5 becoming calm.
Sunday: Sunny with a high near 91° and light wind from the S at 10-15mph gusting to 20 mph.
Overnight: Mostly cloudy with a low near 61°, and S wind at 10-15 mph . A 60% chance of showers and storms.
Monday: Mostly sunny with a high near 77°. N wind at 10-15 mph and a 30% chance of storms.
Next Week: Highs in the 80’s, and lows in the 50’s
The cold front expected tomorrow morning is not expected to lower temperatures at all, just reinforce the cooler air, however winds will shift to the NW. Highs are still expected to top out in the 80’s over the weekend. The cold front is expected to keep low temperatures in the 50’s. But keep the faith, the forecasters say another stronger cold front is expected Late Thursday and is expected to tap into some colder air so highs next weekend may only be in the 60’s.
Today: Sunny with a high of 82°, light S-SW winds becoming S-SE 10-15 mph.
Tonight: Mostly clear with a low near 61°. S. wind continues at 5-10 mph.
Saturday : Sunny with a high near 87°, SW wind at 10-15 becoming NW in the afternoon.
Saturday night: Clear with a low around 57°. N wind at 5 becoming calm.
Sunday: Sunny with a high near 91° and light wind from the S at 10-15mph gusting to 20 mph.
Overnight: Mostly cloudy with a low near 61°, and S wind at 10-15 mph . A 60% chance of showers and storms.
Monday: Mostly sunny with a high near 77°. N wind at 10-15 mph and a 30% chance of storms.
Next Week: Highs in the 80’s, and lows in the 50’s
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Thursday shows a minor accident in the 900 block of E. 4th St. at 10:04am, then a theft was reported in the 1200 block of S. Western at 11:02am. There was a noise disturbance in the 400 block of W. Ave B at 12:56pm, then another theft in the 900 block of Old Georgetown Rd. at 3:49pm. There were two DWI reports, one at 1st & Castleberry at 6:09pm, and on e in the 1900 block of S. Key at 6:10pm. there was a suspicious person in the 100 block of W. Ave C at 9:28pm, and the arrest of a 35 year old Lampasas woman in the 100 block of 183 for no license at 10:28pm. Lampasas County Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Thursday shows Lometa with a welfare check, and Kempner with medical calls, civil matters, an animal problem and welfare checks. Out in the county there were medical calls, civil matters, a reported criminal mischief, and served a warrant. Deputies went into Cove for a welfare check, a livestock issues and a report of suspicious activity.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of Sonny McLearen, 42, of Lampasas for possession of a controlled substance PG1, less than a gram, and indecency with a child/sexual contact.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of Sonny McLearen, 42, of Lampasas for possession of a controlled substance PG1, less than a gram, and indecency with a child/sexual contact.
It’s Friday !
What’s Goin’ on?
Badger Football returns this week taking on the Liberty Hill Panthers. This should be an interesting matchup. So far this year, Liberty Hill has won all of their away games. They bring a 2-3 record to the Badgers 5-1. Remember to tune into 1450 KCYL am for the play-by-play with Darryl and Kenny. You can also listen to the stream for the game at lampasasradio.com and go to listen live on the menu. Remember Parents no school Monday……
In the Lampasas Radio Studio
“Doc” Forsythe was in the Lampasas Radio Studio this morning, talking about the upcoming “Queso Fest” at the Lampasas County Youth Barn, and all the things going on there next Saturday.
Doc also visited with Ken Gontarek, the morning DJ about the difference that 4-H and FFA can make in the lives of students. Doc also spoke at length about how the Ag Mechanics program has mushroomed the past few years, and how inventive the kids have become. We sure enjoyed visiting with Doc, and hearing many of his stories.
Doc also visited with Ken Gontarek, the morning DJ about the difference that 4-H and FFA can make in the lives of students. Doc also spoke at length about how the Ag Mechanics program has mushroomed the past few years, and how inventive the kids have become. We sure enjoyed visiting with Doc, and hearing many of his stories.
Update on “Slow Down, Move Over"
It was brought to the attention of Lampasas Radio this week, that house bill 61, signed by the Governor in May extended the “Slow Down Move Over” law that was originally in place.
The law now includes not only emergency vehicles and tow trucks, but garbage and recycling trucks, road construction vehicles including those for striping, sweeping, spraying, guardrail repair, sign maintenance, and temporary traffic control device placement or removal. as well.
The text of the law is available at https://legiscan.com/TX/bill/HB61/2019.
KBTX TV states “The Move Over Slow Down law went into effect in 2003. Last year, DPS says they pulled over more than 41,000 drivers statewide for not following this law. So far in 2019, they have pulled over more than 21,000.”
DPS says if you do not move over and slow down, you could face a fine of up to $200
The law now includes not only emergency vehicles and tow trucks, but garbage and recycling trucks, road construction vehicles including those for striping, sweeping, spraying, guardrail repair, sign maintenance, and temporary traffic control device placement or removal. as well.
The text of the law is available at https://legiscan.com/TX/bill/HB61/2019.
KBTX TV states “The Move Over Slow Down law went into effect in 2003. Last year, DPS says they pulled over more than 41,000 drivers statewide for not following this law. So far in 2019, they have pulled over more than 21,000.”
DPS says if you do not move over and slow down, you could face a fine of up to $200
the weather
High yesterday was 77° The low this morning was 43°
Today: Overcast with the clouds burning off in the afternoon bringing a mostly sunny sky with a high near 74°. Calm wind becoming E around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Tonight: Mostly clear ,with a low near 53°. Light E-SE wind becoming S after midnight.
Friday: Sunny with a high near 84°, S wind at 5-10 mph.
Friday Night: Mostly clear with a low near 64°. The winds will be S-SE around 5-10 mph.
Saturday: Mostly Sunny with a high near 89°, SW wind at 5-10 mph becoming N-NW in the afternoon.
Overnight Saturday: Clear with a low near 62°, N wind near 5 mph calming after midnight.
Sunday: Sunny with a high near 91°, light SE wind becoming S at 10+15 mph in the morning. Winds could gust as high at 20 mph.
Overnight Sunday: Mostly cloudy with a low near 61°, and a 50% chance of showers and storms after 8pm. S wind 10-15 mph gusting as high as 20 mph.
Models are calling for another day of 90° weather on Saturday, but a polar front is expected to collect enough moisture for a light round of storms late Sunday to midday Monday.
Today: Overcast with the clouds burning off in the afternoon bringing a mostly sunny sky with a high near 74°. Calm wind becoming E around 5 mph in the afternoon.
Tonight: Mostly clear ,with a low near 53°. Light E-SE wind becoming S after midnight.
Friday: Sunny with a high near 84°, S wind at 5-10 mph.
Friday Night: Mostly clear with a low near 64°. The winds will be S-SE around 5-10 mph.
Saturday: Mostly Sunny with a high near 89°, SW wind at 5-10 mph becoming N-NW in the afternoon.
Overnight Saturday: Clear with a low near 62°, N wind near 5 mph calming after midnight.
Sunday: Sunny with a high near 91°, light SE wind becoming S at 10+15 mph in the morning. Winds could gust as high at 20 mph.
Overnight Sunday: Mostly cloudy with a low near 61°, and a 50% chance of showers and storms after 8pm. S wind 10-15 mph gusting as high as 20 mph.
Models are calling for another day of 90° weather on Saturday, but a polar front is expected to collect enough moisture for a light round of storms late Sunday to midday Monday.
the blotter
Lampasas Police Blotter for Wednesday shows the arrest of Allison Haley, 36, of Austin in the 1400 block of S. Key at 1:24pm for possession of a controlled substance PG3 under 28 grams in a drug free zone and possession of a controlled substance PG1 4-200 grams.
At 1:30pm a fraud was reported in the 300 block of E. 4th St. and at 2:31pm, Durrayle Johnson, 32, homeless was arrested in the 1400 block of S. Key for possession of a controlled substance less than a gram in a drug free zone, and possession of drug paraphernalia. A suspicious person was reported in the 700 block of S. Key at 8:49pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. blotter for Wednesday shows Lometa with a reported theft and a medical call. Kempner had an animal problem and a reported disturbance. Out in the county there was a reported identity theft, a medical call, an accident, a welfare check and a reported suicidal person. Deputies went into Cove on a citizen complaint and a livestock issue. The Jail Log shows the arrest of a 21 year old
Fresno California resident for possession of marijuana less than 2 oz., a 39 year old Lometa man for unlawful possession of a firearm involving family, and a 21 year old Kempner man on probation violations.
The Burn Ban is in effect! No Burning!
At 1:30pm a fraud was reported in the 300 block of E. 4th St. and at 2:31pm, Durrayle Johnson, 32, homeless was arrested in the 1400 block of S. Key for possession of a controlled substance less than a gram in a drug free zone, and possession of drug paraphernalia. A suspicious person was reported in the 700 block of S. Key at 8:49pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. blotter for Wednesday shows Lometa with a reported theft and a medical call. Kempner had an animal problem and a reported disturbance. Out in the county there was a reported identity theft, a medical call, an accident, a welfare check and a reported suicidal person. Deputies went into Cove on a citizen complaint and a livestock issue. The Jail Log shows the arrest of a 21 year old
Fresno California resident for possession of marijuana less than 2 oz., a 39 year old Lometa man for unlawful possession of a firearm involving family, and a 21 year old Kempner man on probation violations.
The Burn Ban is in effect! No Burning!
4_H fundraiser next weekend
The Lampasas County 4-H will hold their first annual Queso Fest on Saturday, October 26th at the Lampasas County Youth Livestock Show Barn. The Event is from 11am until 4pm at the Lampasas County Youth Livestock Show Association Show Barn. The Lampasas Community is cordially invited to “ get your Queso on”.
In the past, the Lampasas County 4-H Program has held a RabbitPalooza ( rabbit show ) each fall as a fundraiser. The Lampasas 4-H Program adult leaders and youth council met earlier this summer and decided to host the first annual “QuesoFest” 2019 as a major fundraiser. Chips are $5.00 a bag and there is free Queso.
A Petting Zoo, food trucks, and vendors will be on site for this first annual event
100% of the proceeds will go to the Lampasas County 4-H Program. For more information, contact Chairperson Genny Brister at 325 - 330- 2895
In the past, the Lampasas County 4-H Program has held a RabbitPalooza ( rabbit show ) each fall as a fundraiser. The Lampasas 4-H Program adult leaders and youth council met earlier this summer and decided to host the first annual “QuesoFest” 2019 as a major fundraiser. Chips are $5.00 a bag and there is free Queso.
A Petting Zoo, food trucks, and vendors will be on site for this first annual event
100% of the proceeds will go to the Lampasas County 4-H Program. For more information, contact Chairperson Genny Brister at 325 - 330- 2895
cattle market report
Lampasas Cattle Auction’s weekly sale took place yesterday and 335 head came through the ring, down from last week’s 661 head. There was no sale last year this week due to inclement weather.
Feeder steers & heifers were steady on quality cattle, plainer cattle will be cheaper. Slaughter cows were steady and slaughter bulls were $3-$5 cheaper.
Feeder Steers Feeder Heifers
200-300lbs $1.48-$1.54/lb 200-300lbs $0.88-S1.26/lb
300-400lbs $1.33-$1.64/lb 300-400lbs $1.31-$1.46/lb
400-500lbs $1.34-$1.62/lb 400-500lbs $1.17-$1.37/lb
500-600lbs $1.16-$1.48/lb 500-600lbs $1.12-$1.23/lb
600-700lbs $1.06-$1.30/lb 600-700lbs $1.08-$1.19/lb
700-800lbs $1.04-$1.34/lb 700-800lbs $1.00-$1.09/lb
Slaughter Cows Slaughter Bulls
Under 800lbs No Test 1000-1300lbs $.55-$.65/lb
800-1100lbs $.31-$.44/lb 1300-2100lbs $.67-$.78/lb
1100-1300lbs $.45-$.60/lb Replacements No Test
Bred Replacement Cows
Baby Tooth to 5 year old $750-$900 Solid Mouth $500-$600
Cow/Calf Pairs .
Young to Middle Age w/Baby-300 lb calf- No Test
Aged Cows w/Baby-300 lb calf- No Test
Feeder steers & heifers were steady on quality cattle, plainer cattle will be cheaper. Slaughter cows were steady and slaughter bulls were $3-$5 cheaper.
Feeder Steers Feeder Heifers
200-300lbs $1.48-$1.54/lb 200-300lbs $0.88-S1.26/lb
300-400lbs $1.33-$1.64/lb 300-400lbs $1.31-$1.46/lb
400-500lbs $1.34-$1.62/lb 400-500lbs $1.17-$1.37/lb
500-600lbs $1.16-$1.48/lb 500-600lbs $1.12-$1.23/lb
600-700lbs $1.06-$1.30/lb 600-700lbs $1.08-$1.19/lb
700-800lbs $1.04-$1.34/lb 700-800lbs $1.00-$1.09/lb
Slaughter Cows Slaughter Bulls
Under 800lbs No Test 1000-1300lbs $.55-$.65/lb
800-1100lbs $.31-$.44/lb 1300-2100lbs $.67-$.78/lb
1100-1300lbs $.45-$.60/lb Replacements No Test
Bred Replacement Cows
Baby Tooth to 5 year old $750-$900 Solid Mouth $500-$600
Cow/Calf Pairs .
Young to Middle Age w/Baby-300 lb calf- No Test
Aged Cows w/Baby-300 lb calf- No Test
the weather
The high yesterday was 77°
The low this morning was 60°
Today: Partly sunny, with a high near 72°,and N wind near 15 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy with a low near 48°, and a N-NE wind at 5-10 mph, becoming light out of the North in the evening.
Thursday: Mostly sunny with a high near 74°, and N-NW winds around 5 mph becoming E-SE in the afternoon.
Thursday night: A low near 51°, and mostly clear. Winds will be E-SE near 5 mph.
Friday: Sunny with a high near 82°, and S wind at 5-10 mph.
Friday Night: Mostly clear with a low near 63°. S-SE winds 5-10 mph.
The Weekend: The high temperature will be climbing over the weekend in advance of a Canadian cold front due to enter the counties to our northwest after midnight and be through the area by mid morning Monday.
The low this morning was 60°
Today: Partly sunny, with a high near 72°,and N wind near 15 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy with a low near 48°, and a N-NE wind at 5-10 mph, becoming light out of the North in the evening.
Thursday: Mostly sunny with a high near 74°, and N-NW winds around 5 mph becoming E-SE in the afternoon.
Thursday night: A low near 51°, and mostly clear. Winds will be E-SE near 5 mph.
Friday: Sunny with a high near 82°, and S wind at 5-10 mph.
Friday Night: Mostly clear with a low near 63°. S-SE winds 5-10 mph.
The Weekend: The high temperature will be climbing over the weekend in advance of a Canadian cold front due to enter the counties to our northwest after midnight and be through the area by mid morning Monday.
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Tuesday shows a minor accident at 8:02am at the intersection of SueAnn and CTE. There were no injuries reported.
The afternoon shows a suspicious act in the 2700 block of 281 S at 3:14pm. 3:29pm saw a fraud reported in the 300 block of E. 4th St. There was a reported theft in the 170 block of CTE at 5:07pm. An unauthorized use of motor vehicle report from the 200 block of E. Ave A was called in at 8:35pm. A domestic disturbance was reported in the 200 block of Skyview Dr. at 10:34pm, then the arrest of Anthony Delgado at the same address at 11:14pm for unlawful restraint.
Lampasas Sheriff’s. Dept. Blotter. For Tuesday shows Lometa with an accident, an animal problem and a runaway report. Kempner had a reported disturbance, a report of suspicious activity, medical calls and a reported runaway. Out in the county there was an accident, medical calls, and an on site call. Deputies went into Cove for Livestock issues, medical calls, reported disturbances, and a report of suspicious activity.
The Jail Log shows Emma Swint, 17, of Lometa was arrested for assault causing bodily injury. David Barczi was arrested on a Bond Revocation.
The Burn Ban is in Effect! No Burning!
The afternoon shows a suspicious act in the 2700 block of 281 S at 3:14pm. 3:29pm saw a fraud reported in the 300 block of E. 4th St. There was a reported theft in the 170 block of CTE at 5:07pm. An unauthorized use of motor vehicle report from the 200 block of E. Ave A was called in at 8:35pm. A domestic disturbance was reported in the 200 block of Skyview Dr. at 10:34pm, then the arrest of Anthony Delgado at the same address at 11:14pm for unlawful restraint.
Lampasas Sheriff’s. Dept. Blotter. For Tuesday shows Lometa with an accident, an animal problem and a runaway report. Kempner had a reported disturbance, a report of suspicious activity, medical calls and a reported runaway. Out in the county there was an accident, medical calls, and an on site call. Deputies went into Cove for Livestock issues, medical calls, reported disturbances, and a report of suspicious activity.
The Jail Log shows Emma Swint, 17, of Lometa was arrested for assault causing bodily injury. David Barczi was arrested on a Bond Revocation.
The Burn Ban is in Effect! No Burning!
County Commissioner’s Notes
Lampasas County Commissioner’s met Tuesday morning for a regular meeting.
- During the public comments portion of the meeting, local resident Lawrence Mione spoke about safety concerns where a bridge is located on CR 3270 (?). He is asking for signs to indicate a dangerous curve and is asking that a Pecan tree be removed from the roadway.
- The yearly resolution regarding financial arrangements with Bancorp South for equipment financing for the Sheriff’s Dept. and the Lampasas VFD.
- Also approved was a proposal for lease/purchase for sheriff’s vehicles. There will be financing for 3 new sheriff’s vehicles and equipment not to exceed $125,000 in a 3 year lease agreement.
- KVFD requested funding to repair Kempner Volunteer Fire Dept. trucks. The commissioners stated that they have already donated $26,250 for repairs. The KVFD representative stated that they spend $7000 in testing alone, and that the funds available are earmarked for other projects. The KVFD was told by commissioners to operate with the funds on hand and advise the commissioner’s court when they are depleted.
- Not approved was the request for funds to purchase Christmas decorations for the Courthouse. The request was denied 4 to 1.
- A resolution was accepted to receive $18,000 from the state that will be spent on indigent defense grants.
- Discussion about possibly using the Federal Off-System Bridge program in conjunction with local funding to address safety concerns about the Lucy Creek Bridge off Old Lometa Rd. This will be discussed at the October 28th meeting.
- CTCOG is asking for people to served on the Regional Review Committee. Judge Hoyer nominated Jim Lindeman, upon which was motioned by Commissioner Rainwater, and seconded by Commissioners’ Smart and Carroll. Jim Lindeman, who was in attendance, did not seem to like the idea. He will discuss this with the commissioners.
- The discussion for preliminary plats for the Milam subdivisions was tabled until more information was available.
- Discussion on the fact that the county has been getting multiple calls about the burn ban. The commissioners state that the rainfall is too spotty, and when we get uniformly an inch or so across the county it will be reconsidered. The Burn Ban remains in effect.
Lampasas Student Wins at State Fair
JR Lockhart of Lampasas won first in his class yesterday at the State Fair of Texas Ag Mechanics show. This was the hay handling equipment class.
He showed under 4h at this show!
Congratulations JR
JR Lockhart of Lampasas won first in his class yesterday at the State Fair of Texas Ag Mechanics show. This was the hay handling equipment class.
He showed under 4h at this show!
Congratulations JR
Lampasas FFA at Heart of Texas fair
Congratulations to our FFA Public Speakers on their first competition of the year at Heart of Texas Fair. Cole Wheeler represented Lampasas well by making the finals and placing 5th overall in this statewide event.
the weather
The High yesterday 82° The Low this morning 71°
Another round of energy should come through Central Texas by this afternoon and bring scattered light rain showers. Change is on the way, though with a cold front moving in to NW Texas, and expected to move across the Metroplex around sunset, and reach the Texas coast by sunrise tomorrow.
Today: Mostly cloudy with a high temperature near 87° and S-SW wind at 5-10 mph, becoming W in the afternoon. There is a 50% chance of showers and storms, mainly after 1pm.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy with a low near 56°, and S-SW wind near 5-10 mph becoming N 10-15 mph and gusting to 20 mph. The chance of showers and storms is 50% with most of the precipitation between 10pm and 1am.
Wednesday: Mostly sunny with a high near 70°, and winds from the N-NE at 10-15 mph, gusting to 20 mph.
Wednesday Night: Partly cloudy with a low near 50°, and N-NE wind near 5-10 mph becoming light in the evening.
The rest of the week: Warm and mostly sunny on Thursday, and sunny on Friday with temperatures climbing into the 80’s and 90’s before the next cold front on Sunday night or Monday
Another round of energy should come through Central Texas by this afternoon and bring scattered light rain showers. Change is on the way, though with a cold front moving in to NW Texas, and expected to move across the Metroplex around sunset, and reach the Texas coast by sunrise tomorrow.
Today: Mostly cloudy with a high temperature near 87° and S-SW wind at 5-10 mph, becoming W in the afternoon. There is a 50% chance of showers and storms, mainly after 1pm.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy with a low near 56°, and S-SW wind near 5-10 mph becoming N 10-15 mph and gusting to 20 mph. The chance of showers and storms is 50% with most of the precipitation between 10pm and 1am.
Wednesday: Mostly sunny with a high near 70°, and winds from the N-NE at 10-15 mph, gusting to 20 mph.
Wednesday Night: Partly cloudy with a low near 50°, and N-NE wind near 5-10 mph becoming light in the evening.
The rest of the week: Warm and mostly sunny on Thursday, and sunny on Friday with temperatures climbing into the 80’s and 90’s before the next cold front on Sunday night or Monday
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept Blotter for Monday shows early morning arrests as John Champion, 44, of Copperas Cove and Billy Shoaf, 38, of Gatesville were arrested in the 1700 block of CTE for possession of a controlled substance PG1 less than a gram and possession of drug paraphernalia at 3:28am. Janet Walsh, 61, of Lometa was arrested in the 100 block of EE Ohnmeiss Dr. at 7:54 am for possession of a controlled substance PG3 less than 28 grams, possession of a dangerous drug, and DWI 2nd.
A suspicious person was reported in the100 block of N. Key at 8:22am, then a criminal trespass was reported in the 700 block of E. Hackberry at 9am. A suspicious act was reported on Acorn St. at 9:44am. There was a domestic disturbance in the 800 block of N. Key at 11:55am, then the afternoon shows a burglary of a motor vehicle reported in the 900 block of N. Key at 2:37pm.
There was a theft in the 400 block of S. Pecan at 3:49pm, a suspicious act in the 1600 block of 281 S. at 4:01pm, and a disturbance in the 700 block of Dent St. at 5:28pm.
A 33 year old Lampasas man was arrested in the 2700 block of 281S at 6:48pm on a TDCJ warrant.
The Sheriff’s Dept.. blotter for Monday shows Lometa with livestock issues and a reported theft. Kempner shows livestock issues, an attended death, and a medical call. Out in the county there were livestock issues, animal problems, reported disturbances, civil matters, a burglary and a shots fired call. Deputies went into Cove fro an animal problem and a civil matter.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of a 31 year old Austin man for possession of marijuana less than 2 oz., and a 42 year old Lillian Alabama man for disregarding an official traffic control device, violation of promise to appear, and resisting arrest.
The Burn Ban is in Effect. No Burning!
A suspicious person was reported in the100 block of N. Key at 8:22am, then a criminal trespass was reported in the 700 block of E. Hackberry at 9am. A suspicious act was reported on Acorn St. at 9:44am. There was a domestic disturbance in the 800 block of N. Key at 11:55am, then the afternoon shows a burglary of a motor vehicle reported in the 900 block of N. Key at 2:37pm.
There was a theft in the 400 block of S. Pecan at 3:49pm, a suspicious act in the 1600 block of 281 S. at 4:01pm, and a disturbance in the 700 block of Dent St. at 5:28pm.
A 33 year old Lampasas man was arrested in the 2700 block of 281S at 6:48pm on a TDCJ warrant.
The Sheriff’s Dept.. blotter for Monday shows Lometa with livestock issues and a reported theft. Kempner shows livestock issues, an attended death, and a medical call. Out in the county there were livestock issues, animal problems, reported disturbances, civil matters, a burglary and a shots fired call. Deputies went into Cove fro an animal problem and a civil matter.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of a 31 year old Austin man for possession of marijuana less than 2 oz., and a 42 year old Lillian Alabama man for disregarding an official traffic control device, violation of promise to appear, and resisting arrest.
The Burn Ban is in Effect. No Burning!
Lampasas City Council
The Lampasas City Council met yesterday in Council Chambers.
The following items were discussed;
The following items were discussed;
- Campbell Park will be getting bathrooms, and placement should be worked out by mid-December.
- Drainage issues near the Presbyterian church on Chestnut St., where the water collects and damages the sidewalks, and makes them dangerous for people in wheelchairs or walkers.
- The Lampasas Courtyard Square Association is requesting funds for marketing and upgrading the Billboard Advertisement Signs.
- Modification of a part-time building maintenance position to a full time position was approved. 3
- The first reading of an ordinance amending the City of Lampasas Noise Ordinance was approved.
- Melissa Unger of the Lampasas Chamber of Commerce asked for funds to revise the Chamber’s website for 2020
- A request was submitted by the Lampasas County Chamber of Commerce for hotel occupancy tax funds was approved in the amount of $1718.50 to offset expenses for the Hunter’s Welcome event.
district court notes
Lampasas Courthouse was the site of 27th District Court Docket Call on October 11th. Presiding over the Court was 27th district Judge John Gauntt.
Altogether 42 cases were brought to the court, 34 of them involved men and 8 of them involved women. Anthony Thornton, of Austin failed to appear on a possession PG1 4-200 grams charge, David Barzi was FTA on a charge of evading arrest with a vehicle, Meghan Bray failed to appear on the charge of unauthorized absence from a community correction facility, and Mindi Harris of Midland was found to have insufficient bond on a possession charge, PG1 4-200 grams.
There were 21 cases involving possession of a controlled substance, (all PG1). There were 8 cases each of possession less than 1 gram, and possession of 4-200 grams. There were 2 cases of possession of PG1 1-4 grams, and 2 cases of possession of less than a gram in a drug free zone, and on e case of manufacture & delivery of 4-200 grams. There was 1 DWI case of felony repetition. There was one case of burglary of a building and 3 cases of theft of firearm, and on e for evading arrest with a vehicle. There was 1 fraud case. Crimes causing personal harm included 4 cases for assault of a family member, 2 cases for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. There were 2 cases for unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon, and one case of unauthorized absence.
There was one case for online solicitation of a minor/sexual conduct, where Christopher Comacho saw his case reset until 11/15. There was one sexual assault case and two cases involving sexual assault of a minor.
Of the 42 cases, 7 were decided, with Justin Dunlap of Lometa, receiving 6 years adjudicated probation on an assault of a family member charge, Christina Jiminez of Midland was sentenced to 6 months of state jail plus costs with credit for 100 days for possession of PG1 less than a gram. Jeffrey Gilley of Mabank, Texas was punished with 4 years TDCJ for sexual assault of a child, and Allen Wells, of Brownwood was sentenced to 5 years adjudicated probation plus a $2000 fine for sexual assault. Saul Rodriguez of Killeen was sentenced to 6 years adjudicated probation, and must complete ISF on the charges of possession of PG1 4-200 grams, and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. Henry Sanchez of Lampasas saw his possession of less than a gram charge reduced to a misdemeanor, and was sentenced to 153 days in the Lampasas County Jail, with the same number of days credited, plus costs and fees.
The balance of the cases were reset.
Altogether 42 cases were brought to the court, 34 of them involved men and 8 of them involved women. Anthony Thornton, of Austin failed to appear on a possession PG1 4-200 grams charge, David Barzi was FTA on a charge of evading arrest with a vehicle, Meghan Bray failed to appear on the charge of unauthorized absence from a community correction facility, and Mindi Harris of Midland was found to have insufficient bond on a possession charge, PG1 4-200 grams.
There were 21 cases involving possession of a controlled substance, (all PG1). There were 8 cases each of possession less than 1 gram, and possession of 4-200 grams. There were 2 cases of possession of PG1 1-4 grams, and 2 cases of possession of less than a gram in a drug free zone, and on e case of manufacture & delivery of 4-200 grams. There was 1 DWI case of felony repetition. There was one case of burglary of a building and 3 cases of theft of firearm, and on e for evading arrest with a vehicle. There was 1 fraud case. Crimes causing personal harm included 4 cases for assault of a family member, 2 cases for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. There were 2 cases for unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon, and one case of unauthorized absence.
There was one case for online solicitation of a minor/sexual conduct, where Christopher Comacho saw his case reset until 11/15. There was one sexual assault case and two cases involving sexual assault of a minor.
Of the 42 cases, 7 were decided, with Justin Dunlap of Lometa, receiving 6 years adjudicated probation on an assault of a family member charge, Christina Jiminez of Midland was sentenced to 6 months of state jail plus costs with credit for 100 days for possession of PG1 less than a gram. Jeffrey Gilley of Mabank, Texas was punished with 4 years TDCJ for sexual assault of a child, and Allen Wells, of Brownwood was sentenced to 5 years adjudicated probation plus a $2000 fine for sexual assault. Saul Rodriguez of Killeen was sentenced to 6 years adjudicated probation, and must complete ISF on the charges of possession of PG1 4-200 grams, and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. Henry Sanchez of Lampasas saw his possession of less than a gram charge reduced to a misdemeanor, and was sentenced to 153 days in the Lampasas County Jail, with the same number of days credited, plus costs and fees.
The balance of the cases were reset.
funeral notice
Robert Lee Hawkins Jr., 58 of Lampasas, Texas passed away Friday October 11 at Scott and White Hospital in Temple, TX.
He was born April 9, 1961 in Ft. Knox, Kentucky. Robert attended Lampasas High School and after graduation moved to Austin and began a career in commercial painting. He was owner operator of Hawkins Painting. He moved back to Lampasas and was still operating the business. He loved music and played for many local events.
He is survived by his wife, Michelle Hawkins and special family and close friends.
Funeral service will be Saturday October 19 at 2pm at Sneed Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday October 18 from 5-7 pm at the funeral home.
He was born April 9, 1961 in Ft. Knox, Kentucky. Robert attended Lampasas High School and after graduation moved to Austin and began a career in commercial painting. He was owner operator of Hawkins Painting. He moved back to Lampasas and was still operating the business. He loved music and played for many local events.
He is survived by his wife, Michelle Hawkins and special family and close friends.
Funeral service will be Saturday October 19 at 2pm at Sneed Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday October 18 from 5-7 pm at the funeral home.
the weather
The High yesterday 79° The Low this morning 65°
The warm start to the day and humidity means temperatures could soar in the 80’s. Isolated storms may be possible this evening on overnight as the cold front heads our way. However, the wind shift associated with the cold front will not be felt until Tuesday afternoon.
Columbus Day: Mostly cloudy with a high near 81°, and winds will be S near 5 mph. There is a 30% chance of precipitation early this afternoon, tapering off after 4pm.
Tonight: A 30% chance of showers and storms after 7pm, with cloudy skies and a low near 71°. Light ESE winds near 5 mph becoming S after midnight.
Tuesday: Mostly cloudy with a high near 87°, and W wind at 5-10 mph. There is a 50% chance of showers and storms.
Tuesday night: Winds will be W at 5-15 mph, shifting to the N after midnight, and could gust to 20 mph. Otherwise, mostly cloudy with a low near 56 and a 50% chance of showers and storms. r
Wednesday: Mostly sunny with a high near 72°, and a 20% chance of showers and storms before 1pm. Wind will be N-NE at 10-15 gusting to 20 mph.
Wednesday Night: Cooling off with a low near 49°. N-NE wind at 5-10 mph becoming light NE in the evening.
Rest of the week: Sunny with high temperatures climbing back into the 90’s by the weekend
The warm start to the day and humidity means temperatures could soar in the 80’s. Isolated storms may be possible this evening on overnight as the cold front heads our way. However, the wind shift associated with the cold front will not be felt until Tuesday afternoon.
Columbus Day: Mostly cloudy with a high near 81°, and winds will be S near 5 mph. There is a 30% chance of precipitation early this afternoon, tapering off after 4pm.
Tonight: A 30% chance of showers and storms after 7pm, with cloudy skies and a low near 71°. Light ESE winds near 5 mph becoming S after midnight.
Tuesday: Mostly cloudy with a high near 87°, and W wind at 5-10 mph. There is a 50% chance of showers and storms.
Tuesday night: Winds will be W at 5-15 mph, shifting to the N after midnight, and could gust to 20 mph. Otherwise, mostly cloudy with a low near 56 and a 50% chance of showers and storms. r
Wednesday: Mostly sunny with a high near 72°, and a 20% chance of showers and storms before 1pm. Wind will be N-NE at 10-15 gusting to 20 mph.
Wednesday Night: Cooling off with a low near 49°. N-NE wind at 5-10 mph becoming light NE in the evening.
Rest of the week: Sunny with high temperatures climbing back into the 90’s by the weekend
the blotter
The Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Saturday shows the arrest of Myra Faught, 22, in the 100 block of N. Walnut St. at 12:19am for assault causing bodily injury/family violence. 7:57am saw a major accident in the 2300 block of 281S with one person transported to the hospital. The afternoon shows a suspicious act reported in the 500 block of E. 5th St at 3:06pm, then at 3:24pm, there was an assault by threat in the 1300 block of E. Ave. I. 3:34pm saw a domestic disturbance in the 2300 block of 281S. There was a suspicious act in the 800 block of s. Live Oak St. at 5:28pm, then a suspicious act in the 100 block of N. Main at 7:44pm. 7:56pm saw the arrest of Donald Rogers, 62, of Arlington in the 1700 block of S. Key for manufacture/delivery of a controlled Substance PG3 (Testosterone) under 400 grams, possession of a controlled substance PG2 (psilocybin) 1-4 grams, possession of a controlled substance. PG2 (THC) 1-4 grams, possession of marijuana less than 2 oz., and a Bell county warrant. An assault report was received from Castleberry St. at 8:29pm.
Sunday’s Police Dept. Blotter shows a domestic disturbance in the 100 block of N. Chestnut at 2:08am, then a suspicious vehicle in the 100 block of S. Summer at 2:49am.A 34 year old Lampasas man was arrested in the 400 block of N. Gamel at 8:44am for driving with an invalid license, an assault warrant from the Copperas Cove police Dept, 5 Lampasas Municipal warrants and a Lampasas County Warrant.
The afternoon shows a domestic disturbance in the 1300 block of E. 4th St. at1:53pm, the arrest of a 29 year old Lampasas man in the 600 block of W. Ave C for possession of a controlled substance PG 2 less than a gram at 4:24pm. There was a reported assault in the 600 block of S. Ridge at 4:54pm, then a suspicious vehicle in the 500 block of N. Race at 7:11pm, and an unauthorized use of motor vehicle reported in the 2000 block of S. Key at 7:54pm.
Lampasas Sheriff’s Dept. blotter for the weekend shows Lometa responding to a disturbance call, an animal problem and a noise complaint. In Kempner, officers responded to an abandoned vehicle, a medical call and a welfare check. Out in the county, there were accidents, a civil matter, medical calls, a warrant was served, animal problems, and reports of suspicious activity. Deputies went into Cove for medical calls, reports of suspicious activity, and animal problems.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of a 61 year old Robstown man on an out of county charge, a 37 year old Kempner man on a parole violation, a 22 year old Midland woman on a probation violation, and a 20 year old Killeen man for possession of marijuana less than 2 oz.
The Burn Ban is in Effect! No Burning!
Sunday’s Police Dept. Blotter shows a domestic disturbance in the 100 block of N. Chestnut at 2:08am, then a suspicious vehicle in the 100 block of S. Summer at 2:49am.A 34 year old Lampasas man was arrested in the 400 block of N. Gamel at 8:44am for driving with an invalid license, an assault warrant from the Copperas Cove police Dept, 5 Lampasas Municipal warrants and a Lampasas County Warrant.
The afternoon shows a domestic disturbance in the 1300 block of E. 4th St. at1:53pm, the arrest of a 29 year old Lampasas man in the 600 block of W. Ave C for possession of a controlled substance PG 2 less than a gram at 4:24pm. There was a reported assault in the 600 block of S. Ridge at 4:54pm, then a suspicious vehicle in the 500 block of N. Race at 7:11pm, and an unauthorized use of motor vehicle reported in the 2000 block of S. Key at 7:54pm.
Lampasas Sheriff’s Dept. blotter for the weekend shows Lometa responding to a disturbance call, an animal problem and a noise complaint. In Kempner, officers responded to an abandoned vehicle, a medical call and a welfare check. Out in the county, there were accidents, a civil matter, medical calls, a warrant was served, animal problems, and reports of suspicious activity. Deputies went into Cove for medical calls, reports of suspicious activity, and animal problems.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of a 61 year old Robstown man on an out of county charge, a 37 year old Kempner man on a parole violation, a 22 year old Midland woman on a probation violation, and a 20 year old Killeen man for possession of marijuana less than 2 oz.
The Burn Ban is in Effect! No Burning!
Meetings Today
Lometa ISD Board of Trustees will have a regular meeting this evening at 7:15 in the Library at 8th & Main St. in Lometa.
The agenda includes:
The Lampasas City Council will meet today at 5:30pm in a workshop session. The agenda includes:
The agenda includes:
- Consideration to Purchase Security Camera
- Consideration to Purchase a dishwasher for the cafeteria
- Consideration of Nomination for election of Board of Directors for the Lampasas Central Appraisal District
The Lampasas City Council will meet today at 5:30pm in a workshop session. The agenda includes:
- discussion regarding operations/ marketing of Hostess House
- The city’s noise ordinance
- The Western water pressure plane
- Additional staff for building upkeep and maintenance
- Discussion regarding purchases/charges in excess of $4000 for the month of September
- Discussion regarding modifying vacant part-time maintenance position to full time based on additional city buildings.
- Discussion/possible action regarding the 1st reading of an Ordinance amending the cities Noise Ordinance.
- Discussion on amending the Sanitary Sewer system regulations
- Discussion /action regarding approval of a resolution to support A TxDOT funded study to determine potential relief routes in and around the City of Lampasas.
- Discussion/Action regarding the award of a contract for utility line tree trimming.
Meetings Tomorrow
The Lampasas County Commissioners Court
will meet tomorrow at 9am at the County Courthouse. The Agenda includes the following:
will meet tomorrow at 9am at the County Courthouse. The Agenda includes the following:
- Preliminary Plat of Milam Subdivision
- Preliminary Plat for KT Milam Subdivision
- Change orders for the 2017 Jail Project
- Proposal for lease/purchase of Sheriff’s Vehicles with Bancorp south
- Request for funds to repair Kempner VFD fire truck
- request for funds to purchase Christmas Decorations for the Courthouse
Lampasas ISD Notes
The following events are taking place this week around our school district.
Tuesday- Lady Badger Volleyball will travel to Salado with games beginning at 5pm.
Wednesday- PSAT exam at Lampasas High School for pre-registered 11th graders will be held at the high school.
Lampasas High School Gaming Club Meeting will be at the library from 3:20pm-5:00pm.
Lampasas Middle School Cross Country will travel to Llano.
Thursday- Lampasas High School ‘s picture retakes will be at the high school for all grades and clubs.
Lampasas High School’s “We Can” career fair and information will be in the cafeteria from 5:30pm-7:30pm.
The Badger Middle School volleyball team will have a home game against Wimberley. Games will begin at 5pm.
Lampasas Middle School Badger Football will be at Lampasas High School, they will play against Marble Falls and it starts at 4:15pm.
Badger Sub-Varsity will travel to Liberty Hill to play the Panthers, with games beginning at 5:30pm.
Friday-Badger Volleyball will host the Liberty Hill Panthers with games starting at 5pm.
Badger Varsity Football team will host Liberty Hill here at the Badger Stadium at 7:30pm.
Saturday- Lampasas High School’s band is having their UIL marching Contest in Austin.
Tuesday- Lady Badger Volleyball will travel to Salado with games beginning at 5pm.
Wednesday- PSAT exam at Lampasas High School for pre-registered 11th graders will be held at the high school.
Lampasas High School Gaming Club Meeting will be at the library from 3:20pm-5:00pm.
Lampasas Middle School Cross Country will travel to Llano.
Thursday- Lampasas High School ‘s picture retakes will be at the high school for all grades and clubs.
Lampasas High School’s “We Can” career fair and information will be in the cafeteria from 5:30pm-7:30pm.
The Badger Middle School volleyball team will have a home game against Wimberley. Games will begin at 5pm.
Lampasas Middle School Badger Football will be at Lampasas High School, they will play against Marble Falls and it starts at 4:15pm.
Badger Sub-Varsity will travel to Liberty Hill to play the Panthers, with games beginning at 5:30pm.
Friday-Badger Volleyball will host the Liberty Hill Panthers with games starting at 5pm.
Badger Varsity Football team will host Liberty Hill here at the Badger Stadium at 7:30pm.
Saturday- Lampasas High School’s band is having their UIL marching Contest in Austin.
the weather
High yesterday was 93 ° The low this morning was 41°
Behind the front today, these strong North winds are bringing in the coolest air of the season. However, lingering chances of rain continue into the afternoon and the cloud cover will keep us in the 50’s.
Today: Cloudy, with highs in the upper 50’s, and N winds 15-20 mph gusting to 30 mph, with winds falling to 10-20 mph this afternoon. The chance of showers continues in to this afternoon. Chance of rain 40%.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy with lows in the lower 40’s. N wind at 5-10 mph.
Saturday :Mostly cloudy in the morning becoming partly sunny in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 60’s, with NE winds near 5 mph.
Saturday night: Mostly cloudy with a 20% chance of showers after midnight. Lows in the lower 50’s, and S winds around 5 mph.
Sunday: Mostly sunny and warmer with highs in the upper 70’s. Winds S at 5-10 mph.
Overnight: Partly cloudy with highs in the upper 70’s.
Columbus Day: Partly sunny with highs in the mid 80’s.
Next Week: Highs in the 70’s & 80’s, with a mild front on Tuesday. Chances of rain 20% on Monday and 30% on Tuesday.
Behind the front today, these strong North winds are bringing in the coolest air of the season. However, lingering chances of rain continue into the afternoon and the cloud cover will keep us in the 50’s.
Today: Cloudy, with highs in the upper 50’s, and N winds 15-20 mph gusting to 30 mph, with winds falling to 10-20 mph this afternoon. The chance of showers continues in to this afternoon. Chance of rain 40%.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy with lows in the lower 40’s. N wind at 5-10 mph.
Saturday :Mostly cloudy in the morning becoming partly sunny in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 60’s, with NE winds near 5 mph.
Saturday night: Mostly cloudy with a 20% chance of showers after midnight. Lows in the lower 50’s, and S winds around 5 mph.
Sunday: Mostly sunny and warmer with highs in the upper 70’s. Winds S at 5-10 mph.
Overnight: Partly cloudy with highs in the upper 70’s.
Columbus Day: Partly sunny with highs in the mid 80’s.
Next Week: Highs in the 70’s & 80’s, with a mild front on Tuesday. Chances of rain 20% on Monday and 30% on Tuesday.
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Thursday shows a suspicious person in the 300 block of N. Park at 7:56am. There was a theft reported in the 200 block of E. 6th St. at 9:33am. A report of criminal mischief was called in from the 1900 block of 281S at 10:24am, then a minor accident happened in the 1800 block of 281S at 10:56am.
The afternoon shows a reckless driver reported in the 900 block of N. Key at 12:49pm, and a possession of drug paraphernalia in the 200 block of Riverview Dr. at 2:13pm. 2:45pm saw a theft reported in the 2700 block of 281S , and a 34 year old Lampasas man was arrested in the 1700 block of CTE at 4L:34pm on a Travis County Warrant for DWI 2nd. Thursday evening saw a suspicious vehicle in the 600 block of E. Ave G at 9:20pm, a reported fraud on Sunset Dr. at 9:36pm and a domestic disturbance in the 600 block of E. Ave G at 9:54pm..
Lampasas County Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Thursday shows Lometa with a pursuit initiated at 10:01am (see story), and a civil matter. Kempner dealt with an animal bite, a reported theft, an accident and a trespassing call. Out in the county there were livestock and animal issues, civil matters, an alarm call and a sex offense. Deputies went into Cove on a reported theft and a livestock issue.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of a 23 year old Kempner man on an out-of-county charge, an 18 year old Kempner man for possession of marijuana less than 2 oz., and Anthony Wayne Zilinski for Evading arrest and failure to ID a fugitive.
The afternoon shows a reckless driver reported in the 900 block of N. Key at 12:49pm, and a possession of drug paraphernalia in the 200 block of Riverview Dr. at 2:13pm. 2:45pm saw a theft reported in the 2700 block of 281S , and a 34 year old Lampasas man was arrested in the 1700 block of CTE at 4L:34pm on a Travis County Warrant for DWI 2nd. Thursday evening saw a suspicious vehicle in the 600 block of E. Ave G at 9:20pm, a reported fraud on Sunset Dr. at 9:36pm and a domestic disturbance in the 600 block of E. Ave G at 9:54pm..
Lampasas County Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Thursday shows Lometa with a pursuit initiated at 10:01am (see story), and a civil matter. Kempner dealt with an animal bite, a reported theft, an accident and a trespassing call. Out in the county there were livestock and animal issues, civil matters, an alarm call and a sex offense. Deputies went into Cove on a reported theft and a livestock issue.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of a 23 year old Kempner man on an out-of-county charge, an 18 year old Kempner man for possession of marijuana less than 2 oz., and Anthony Wayne Zilinski for Evading arrest and failure to ID a fugitive.
fugitive captured
(Picture courtesy of K & S Towing Lometa)
The Lampasas County Sheriff’s Department provided Lampasas Radio with the following press release:
“On 10/10/2019 at approximately 10:01am, Lometa Police Department attempted to stop a speeding vehicle on US Hwy 183 and County 2060. Unbeknownst to Lometa Police Department that this same vehicle had fled from San Saba Sheriff’s Office minutes later and was actually being pursued by San Saba Sheriff’s Office. As Lometa Police Department attempted to stop the vehicle, the vehicle also fled from Lometa Police Department at speeds over 100 mph. The fleeing vehicle continued East on US Highway 183 turning north onto County Road 2001. After traveling approximately eight miles north on County Road 2001. The fleeing vehicle lost control and crashed into a fence located at the 9000 block of County Road 2001. The driver of the fleeing vehicle fled on foot from the crash site and ran into the wooded area. Several police agencies to include Lampasas County Sheriff’s, Office San Saba Sheriff’s Office, Mills County Sheriff’s Office, Texas Department of Public Safety and the Lampasas Police Department responded to the crash site in search of the fleeing suspect. The suspect was later identified as Anthony Wayne Zilinsky, W/M, approximately 33 years of age of Golden Valley, Arizona. It was discovered Zilinsky was a fugitive from justice and had an outstanding Possession of Marijuana warrant from Montgomery County, Texas. A manhunt was then organized by Lampasas County Sheriff’s Office utilizing Texas DPS, San Saba Sheriff’s Office, Mills County Sheriff’s Office, and Texas Dept. Public Safety Troopers. Lampasas County Sheriff’s Office and Lampasas Police Department attempted to locate Zilinsky by means of Remote-Control Drone Aircrafts. Several officers searched on foot and by use of all-terrain vehicles while other officers continued roving patrols for containment. The Texas Department of Criminal Justice Canine Tracking Team was summoned to assist with the manhunt. TDJC responded with a Scent Specific Canine and two teams of Tracking Canines as well as trained horses utilized in manhunts. Several other investigative techniques were utilized but to no avail. A massive manhunt was initiated in efforts to locate Zilinsky. Several ranch house, vehicles and out buildings were searched. After several hours of searching by foot, air and by vehicles, it was believed Zilinsky may have caught a ride by a passer-by or a friend and had left the area.
At approximately 6:29pm, the manhunt was called off and all units departed from the scene. Lampasas County Sheriff Jess G. Ramos decided he would remain on the scene in hopes Zilinsky would resurface from his hiding spot once the evening became darker. At approximately 7:28pm, Sheriff Ramos observed a male subject walking north on County Road, approximately 400 yards south of the crash site. Sheriff Ramos drove passed the male subject that was observed wearing no shoes and pushing a bicycle with flat tires. The male subject was observed covering his face as Sheriff Ramos passed by him in an unmarked police unit. At a quick glance, Sheriff Ramos was able to identify the male subject as Zilinsky. Sheriff Ramos called his in observations and location to the Lampasas County Sheriff’s Office Communications and advised he had located Zilinsky and that he would be making the arrest. Sheriff’s Ramos arrested Zilinsky on site and placed him in handcuffs with no further incident. Lometa Police Department responded to the scene and transported Zilinsky to Advent Hospital in Lampasas due to Zilinsky possibly experiencing dehydration and the observation of several small cuts observed on his bare feet, hands and arms. Zilinsky was then transported to the Lampasas County Jail where he was booked-in on Evading charges from Lometa Police Department and the outstanding warrant Montgomery County. Another Evading charge is pending from the San Saba Sheriff’s Office. It’s possible other charges will be forthcoming against Zilinsky from the Lampasas County Sheriff’s Office.”
The Lampasas County Sheriff’s Department provided Lampasas Radio with the following press release:
“On 10/10/2019 at approximately 10:01am, Lometa Police Department attempted to stop a speeding vehicle on US Hwy 183 and County 2060. Unbeknownst to Lometa Police Department that this same vehicle had fled from San Saba Sheriff’s Office minutes later and was actually being pursued by San Saba Sheriff’s Office. As Lometa Police Department attempted to stop the vehicle, the vehicle also fled from Lometa Police Department at speeds over 100 mph. The fleeing vehicle continued East on US Highway 183 turning north onto County Road 2001. After traveling approximately eight miles north on County Road 2001. The fleeing vehicle lost control and crashed into a fence located at the 9000 block of County Road 2001. The driver of the fleeing vehicle fled on foot from the crash site and ran into the wooded area. Several police agencies to include Lampasas County Sheriff’s, Office San Saba Sheriff’s Office, Mills County Sheriff’s Office, Texas Department of Public Safety and the Lampasas Police Department responded to the crash site in search of the fleeing suspect. The suspect was later identified as Anthony Wayne Zilinsky, W/M, approximately 33 years of age of Golden Valley, Arizona. It was discovered Zilinsky was a fugitive from justice and had an outstanding Possession of Marijuana warrant from Montgomery County, Texas. A manhunt was then organized by Lampasas County Sheriff’s Office utilizing Texas DPS, San Saba Sheriff’s Office, Mills County Sheriff’s Office, and Texas Dept. Public Safety Troopers. Lampasas County Sheriff’s Office and Lampasas Police Department attempted to locate Zilinsky by means of Remote-Control Drone Aircrafts. Several officers searched on foot and by use of all-terrain vehicles while other officers continued roving patrols for containment. The Texas Department of Criminal Justice Canine Tracking Team was summoned to assist with the manhunt. TDJC responded with a Scent Specific Canine and two teams of Tracking Canines as well as trained horses utilized in manhunts. Several other investigative techniques were utilized but to no avail. A massive manhunt was initiated in efforts to locate Zilinsky. Several ranch house, vehicles and out buildings were searched. After several hours of searching by foot, air and by vehicles, it was believed Zilinsky may have caught a ride by a passer-by or a friend and had left the area.
At approximately 6:29pm, the manhunt was called off and all units departed from the scene. Lampasas County Sheriff Jess G. Ramos decided he would remain on the scene in hopes Zilinsky would resurface from his hiding spot once the evening became darker. At approximately 7:28pm, Sheriff Ramos observed a male subject walking north on County Road, approximately 400 yards south of the crash site. Sheriff Ramos drove passed the male subject that was observed wearing no shoes and pushing a bicycle with flat tires. The male subject was observed covering his face as Sheriff Ramos passed by him in an unmarked police unit. At a quick glance, Sheriff Ramos was able to identify the male subject as Zilinsky. Sheriff Ramos called his in observations and location to the Lampasas County Sheriff’s Office Communications and advised he had located Zilinsky and that he would be making the arrest. Sheriff’s Ramos arrested Zilinsky on site and placed him in handcuffs with no further incident. Lometa Police Department responded to the scene and transported Zilinsky to Advent Hospital in Lampasas due to Zilinsky possibly experiencing dehydration and the observation of several small cuts observed on his bare feet, hands and arms. Zilinsky was then transported to the Lampasas County Jail where he was booked-in on Evading charges from Lometa Police Department and the outstanding warrant Montgomery County. Another Evading charge is pending from the San Saba Sheriff’s Office. It’s possible other charges will be forthcoming against Zilinsky from the Lampasas County Sheriff’s Office.”
It’s Friday !
What’s Goin’ on?
Badger Football returns this week with the 281 rivalry against the Burnet Bulldogs, and Football Sweetheart night. Lampasas ISD is expecting a large crowd. Superintendent Chane Rascoe asks that all Badger Fans remain on the home side of the stadium. Extra security has been brought in, and we want everyone to have a great time and stay safe.
Lampasas High School is hosting the is holding the District 8-3A district Cross Country meet today. Lots of schools in attendance, so be on the lookout for running kiddos.
Woo Hoo..a 3 day weekend! Remember Parents no school Monday……
Enjoy the cool weather, the 90’s return next week…
Lampasas High School is hosting the is holding the District 8-3A district Cross Country meet today. Lots of schools in attendance, so be on the lookout for running kiddos.
Woo Hoo..a 3 day weekend! Remember Parents no school Monday……
Enjoy the cool weather, the 90’s return next week…
the weather
High yesterday was 90° The low this morning was 76°
The 1st strong cold front of the season is on our doorstep, (well, in the panhandle this morning). And forecasters say it will make steady progress through the day. It looks like shortly after midnight we will experience a major wind shift with a “well defined gust front”. The NWS also advises that the sudden burst of wind may exceed 40 mph during the predawn hours before the front passes through our area before daybreak Friday morning.
Today: Mostly cloudy with a high near 92°, and a heat index near 97°. S wind 10-15 mph gusting to 20 mph.
Tonight: A low near 47° and S-SE wind at 10-15 mph shifting to the N at 15-20 mph after midnight, gusting to 30 mph. The chance of rain is 100%, with showers and storms after 1am.
Friday: Cloudy with a high near 59°, windy with a N wind at 20-25 mph gusting to 30 mph. A 50% chance of showers, decreasing throughout the day.
Friday Night: Mostly cloudy with a low near 42°. And the N winds continue at 10-15 mph gusting to 20 mph. Festival Saturday: Pretty and Sunny with a high near 68°, and NE wind 5-10 mph.
Overnight Saturday: Mostly cloudy with a low near 52°, E wind near 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Sunday: Sunny with a high near 81°, S wind 5-10 mph. .
Overnight Sunday: Partly cloudy with a low near 61°,S wind at 5-10 mph.
The 1st strong cold front of the season is on our doorstep, (well, in the panhandle this morning). And forecasters say it will make steady progress through the day. It looks like shortly after midnight we will experience a major wind shift with a “well defined gust front”. The NWS also advises that the sudden burst of wind may exceed 40 mph during the predawn hours before the front passes through our area before daybreak Friday morning.
Today: Mostly cloudy with a high near 92°, and a heat index near 97°. S wind 10-15 mph gusting to 20 mph.
Tonight: A low near 47° and S-SE wind at 10-15 mph shifting to the N at 15-20 mph after midnight, gusting to 30 mph. The chance of rain is 100%, with showers and storms after 1am.
Friday: Cloudy with a high near 59°, windy with a N wind at 20-25 mph gusting to 30 mph. A 50% chance of showers, decreasing throughout the day.
Friday Night: Mostly cloudy with a low near 42°. And the N winds continue at 10-15 mph gusting to 20 mph. Festival Saturday: Pretty and Sunny with a high near 68°, and NE wind 5-10 mph.
Overnight Saturday: Mostly cloudy with a low near 52°, E wind near 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Sunday: Sunny with a high near 81°, S wind 5-10 mph. .
Overnight Sunday: Partly cloudy with a low near 61°,S wind at 5-10 mph.
the blotter
Lampasas Police Blotter for Wednesday shows the arrest of Shawn Wood, 30, in the 100 block of S. Broad for possession of controlled substance PG1: 1-4 grams, possession of marijuana less than 2 oz and possession of drug paraphernalia at 1:07am. Later in the morning at 10:45am, a shots fired call was reported in the 600 block of Briggs St. The evening shows suspicious activity in the 1700 block of CTE at 7:43pm and the arrest of Brittney Pehl, 26, of Lampasas in the 500 block of N. Broad on a Lampasas PD warrant for assault/family violence at 8:23pm. A prowler was reported in the 600 block of W. 3rd at 8:45pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. blotter for Wednesday shows Kempner with livestock and animal issues, a reported disturbance, medical calls and a civil matter. Out in the county there were civil matters, and animal and livestock issues. Deputies went into Cove for medical calls.
The Burn Ban is in effect! No Burning!
The Sheriff’s Dept. blotter for Wednesday shows Kempner with livestock and animal issues, a reported disturbance, medical calls and a civil matter. Out in the county there were civil matters, and animal and livestock issues. Deputies went into Cove for medical calls.
The Burn Ban is in effect! No Burning!
Visitors to Lampasas Radio This Morning
Lampasas New Fire Chief Jeff Smith visited the Lampasas Radio Studios this morning to go on the air to talk about National Fire Prevention Week. This year’s message: “Not all hero’s wear a cape, plan and practice your escape” .
Chief Smith visited with morning man Ken Gontarek about the importance of Fire Safety. This year’s message about making an escape plan, is one of the most important. As discussed during the interview, it may be talked about, but it is very important that a “Fire Escape Plan” is practiced, ideally once a month.
The Chief encourages all residents to consider their escape plan and review it with their families. And remember that when an emergency happens, we don’t always think clearly, so having reviewed and practiced your plan could be a life-saver.
Chief Smith visited with morning man Ken Gontarek about the importance of Fire Safety. This year’s message about making an escape plan, is one of the most important. As discussed during the interview, it may be talked about, but it is very important that a “Fire Escape Plan” is practiced, ideally once a month.
The Chief encourages all residents to consider their escape plan and review it with their families. And remember that when an emergency happens, we don’t always think clearly, so having reviewed and practiced your plan could be a life-saver.
With Artoberfest taking place this weekend, Lampasas Radio had Tina Matney (LAFTA) and Melissa Unger (Lampasas Chamber of Commerce) on the air to talk about the upcoming busy Saturday. Artoberfest should be lots of fun for everyone! Lots of music, crafts, art activities for the kids, food trucks, a wine and beer garden, and its all free!! Artoberfest takes place in Campbell Park starting at 10am Saturday!
cattle market report
Lampasas Cattle Auction’s weekly sale took place yesterday and 661 head came through the ring, down from last week’s 1106 head and up from the 302 head of a year ago.
Feeder steers & Heifers were $5-$7 lower due to quality. . Slaughter cows were $3-$5 lower and slaughter bulls were steady.
Feeder Steers Feeder Heifers
200-300lbs $1.23-$1.76/lb 200-300lbs $1.36-S1.49/lb
300-400lbs $1.30-$1.58/lb 300-400lbs $1.15-$1.40/lb
400-500lbs $1.27-$1.55/lb 400-500lbs $1.14-$1.50/lb
500-600lbs $1.17-$1.34/lb 500-600lbs $1.14-$1.38/lb
600-700lbs $1.14-$1.34/lb 600-700lbs $1.05-$1.26/lb
700-800lbs $1.07-$1.29/lb 700-800lbs $0.99-$1.11/lb
Slaughter Cows Slaughter Bulls
Under 800lbs No Test 1000-1300lbs $.63-$.69/lb
800-1100lbs $.38-$.44/lb 1300-2100lbs $.73-$.81/lb
1100-1300lbs $.45-$.53/lb Replacements No Test
Bred Replacement Cows
Baby Tooth to 5 year old $700-$1000 Solid Mouth $500-$800
Cow/Calf Pairs .
Young to Middle Age w/Baby-300 lb calf- No Test
Aged Cows w/Baby-300 lb calf- $650-$900/pr
Feeder steers & Heifers were $5-$7 lower due to quality. . Slaughter cows were $3-$5 lower and slaughter bulls were steady.
Feeder Steers Feeder Heifers
200-300lbs $1.23-$1.76/lb 200-300lbs $1.36-S1.49/lb
300-400lbs $1.30-$1.58/lb 300-400lbs $1.15-$1.40/lb
400-500lbs $1.27-$1.55/lb 400-500lbs $1.14-$1.50/lb
500-600lbs $1.17-$1.34/lb 500-600lbs $1.14-$1.38/lb
600-700lbs $1.14-$1.34/lb 600-700lbs $1.05-$1.26/lb
700-800lbs $1.07-$1.29/lb 700-800lbs $0.99-$1.11/lb
Slaughter Cows Slaughter Bulls
Under 800lbs No Test 1000-1300lbs $.63-$.69/lb
800-1100lbs $.38-$.44/lb 1300-2100lbs $.73-$.81/lb
1100-1300lbs $.45-$.53/lb Replacements No Test
Bred Replacement Cows
Baby Tooth to 5 year old $700-$1000 Solid Mouth $500-$800
Cow/Calf Pairs .
Young to Middle Age w/Baby-300 lb calf- No Test
Aged Cows w/Baby-300 lb calf- $650-$900/pr
funeral notice
Carol D. Rogers, 71, passed away on October 7th at her home in Lampasas.
Carol was born February 11th, 1948 in Chicago, Illinois to Dr. Garland Lee Dansby & Francis Maebell. Carol was a 1966 graduate of Llano High School and obtained her Bachelors degree in Education from Southwest Texas State University. She later received her Masters degree from Tarleton State University.
Carol began her teaching career at Evant ISD and retired from Copperas Cove ISD in 2008.
Carol is preceded in death by her parents; Francis Maebell & Dr. Garland Lee Dansby, grandparents; Mamie and Charles Fitzgerald, and Mattie and Johnathan Dansby. She is survived by her Aunt; Earleene Fitzgerald of Brooksmith,TX, brother; Stephen Dansby & wife Linda also of Brooksmith, daughters; Nicole Wiebe (Rogers) & husband Bryan of Colorado City, TX, Tracy Puda (Rogers) & husband Jake of Lampasas, Sons; Troy Rogers & wife Zoey of Lampasas, ,Kevin Rogers & wife Molly of Katy.
Carol’s family continued to lovingly grow with grandchildren; Shae Wiebe, Dylan Wiebe, Brandon Scott, Sydney Johnson, Austin Puda, Kate Rogers and Jack Rogers. Carol was an avid traveler, visiting many different places throughout the United States and abroad. She also enjoyed watching Badger Football on Friday nights, spending time with the many friends that she made throughout her life and she especially loved spending time with her family and her grandchildren.
Visitation and Funeral Services will be held on Sunday, October 13th at Sneed Funeral Chapel in Lampasas. Visitation will begin at 1:30pm with Services starting at 2:30pm. Graveside services will be held upon arrival at the Llano City Cemetery in Llano, TX.
Carol was born February 11th, 1948 in Chicago, Illinois to Dr. Garland Lee Dansby & Francis Maebell. Carol was a 1966 graduate of Llano High School and obtained her Bachelors degree in Education from Southwest Texas State University. She later received her Masters degree from Tarleton State University.
Carol began her teaching career at Evant ISD and retired from Copperas Cove ISD in 2008.
Carol is preceded in death by her parents; Francis Maebell & Dr. Garland Lee Dansby, grandparents; Mamie and Charles Fitzgerald, and Mattie and Johnathan Dansby. She is survived by her Aunt; Earleene Fitzgerald of Brooksmith,TX, brother; Stephen Dansby & wife Linda also of Brooksmith, daughters; Nicole Wiebe (Rogers) & husband Bryan of Colorado City, TX, Tracy Puda (Rogers) & husband Jake of Lampasas, Sons; Troy Rogers & wife Zoey of Lampasas, ,Kevin Rogers & wife Molly of Katy.
Carol’s family continued to lovingly grow with grandchildren; Shae Wiebe, Dylan Wiebe, Brandon Scott, Sydney Johnson, Austin Puda, Kate Rogers and Jack Rogers. Carol was an avid traveler, visiting many different places throughout the United States and abroad. She also enjoyed watching Badger Football on Friday nights, spending time with the many friends that she made throughout her life and she especially loved spending time with her family and her grandchildren.
Visitation and Funeral Services will be held on Sunday, October 13th at Sneed Funeral Chapel in Lampasas. Visitation will begin at 1:30pm with Services starting at 2:30pm. Graveside services will be held upon arrival at the Llano City Cemetery in Llano, TX.
the weather
The high yesterday was 80°
The low this morning was 59°
The strong cold front expected Thursday night/Friday morning will give us a powerful cool down. However, before the front arrives, the southerly flow will increase, bringing more humidity and warmer air. Even with the mostly cloudy skies, temperatures could easily climb into the 90’s on Thursday. Look for temperatures to drop 30--40 degrees as the front makes its way through, and north winds of 20-30 mph are likely with possible higher gusts. Wind advisories will be considered as the forecast indicates. .
Today: Partly sunny, with a high near 88°,and S wind 5-10 mph, increasing to 10-15 mph this afternoon, with gusts up to 20 mph.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy with a low near 73°, and aS-SE wind at 10-15 mph, gusting to 20 mph.
Thursday: Partly sunny with a high near 94°, and a heat index near 98°, and S winds 10-15 mph gusting to 20 mph.
Thursday night: A low near 51°, and increasing clouds Winds will be S at 10-15 becoming strong from the N at 20-25 mph after midnight, possibly gusting to 30 mph. The chance of rain is 60%.
Friday: A steady temperature near 54°, and a chance of showers before 1pm, tapering off in the afternoon. Cloudy skies and N. wind at 20 mph with gusts to 30 mph.
Friday Night: Mostly cloudy with a low near 45°. N winds 10-15 mph gusting to 20 mph.
The Weekend: Sunny Saturday with a high near 68°, and Mostly sunny Sunday with a high near 81°.
The low this morning was 59°
The strong cold front expected Thursday night/Friday morning will give us a powerful cool down. However, before the front arrives, the southerly flow will increase, bringing more humidity and warmer air. Even with the mostly cloudy skies, temperatures could easily climb into the 90’s on Thursday. Look for temperatures to drop 30--40 degrees as the front makes its way through, and north winds of 20-30 mph are likely with possible higher gusts. Wind advisories will be considered as the forecast indicates. .
Today: Partly sunny, with a high near 88°,and S wind 5-10 mph, increasing to 10-15 mph this afternoon, with gusts up to 20 mph.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy with a low near 73°, and aS-SE wind at 10-15 mph, gusting to 20 mph.
Thursday: Partly sunny with a high near 94°, and a heat index near 98°, and S winds 10-15 mph gusting to 20 mph.
Thursday night: A low near 51°, and increasing clouds Winds will be S at 10-15 becoming strong from the N at 20-25 mph after midnight, possibly gusting to 30 mph. The chance of rain is 60%.
Friday: A steady temperature near 54°, and a chance of showers before 1pm, tapering off in the afternoon. Cloudy skies and N. wind at 20 mph with gusts to 30 mph.
Friday Night: Mostly cloudy with a low near 45°. N winds 10-15 mph gusting to 20 mph.
The Weekend: Sunny Saturday with a high near 68°, and Mostly sunny Sunday with a high near 81°.
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Tuesday shows an early morning assault being reported in the 300 block of N. Park St. at 12:44am, then a burglary of a habitation was reported in the 900 block of E. Ave G at 10:59am. There were 2 minor accidents, one in the 1700 block of CTE at 10:38am and one in the 100 block of EE Ohnmeiss at 11:05am. The afternoon shows a reported fraud in the 1300 block of W. 1st St. at 3:55pm and a suspicious vehicle in the 1000 block of W. Ave E at 9:05pm. An arrest was made at 10:19pm as 25 year old Ruben Gutierrez of Lometa was arrested in the 400 block of E. 4th St. on a Lampasas PD warrant for possession of a controlled substance PG1, less than a gram.
Lampasas Sheriff’s. Dept. Blotter. For Tuesday shows Lometa with livestock issues, and a report of suspicious behavior. In Kempner officers responded to an alarm call, reports of suspicious behavior and an animal problem. Out in the county there were civil matters, a reported burglary, an accident, an alarm call and a report of criminal mischief. Deputies went into Cove on reports of suspicious behavior, civil matters, a medical call, and reported threats.
The Burn Ban is in Effect! No Burning!
Lampasas Sheriff’s. Dept. Blotter. For Tuesday shows Lometa with livestock issues, and a report of suspicious behavior. In Kempner officers responded to an alarm call, reports of suspicious behavior and an animal problem. Out in the county there were civil matters, a reported burglary, an accident, an alarm call and a report of criminal mischief. Deputies went into Cove on reports of suspicious behavior, civil matters, a medical call, and reported threats.
The Burn Ban is in Effect! No Burning!
Fire Prevention Week
Fire Prevention Week 2019, October 6-12, is taking place this week.
National Fire Prevention week takes place each year during the week of October 9th (to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire in 1871).
During this time local Fire Departments nationwide educate residents about fire safety, with a different motto each year.
This year’s motto is “ Not every hero wears a cape, plan and practice your escape”. Each family should have a fire escape plan, and are encouraged to practice their plan.
Local fire officials have been in local schools this week, and the Mayor has made a proclamation for this week to be “Fire Prevention Week”. Fire officials also encourage all residents to check smoke detectors once a month, and to change batteries when we move clocks forward or backward.
On Sunday, October 6, 2019, in accordance with Public Law 107-51, the flag of the United States will be flown at half-staff at all Federal office buildings in honor of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service
National Fire Prevention week takes place each year during the week of October 9th (to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire in 1871).
During this time local Fire Departments nationwide educate residents about fire safety, with a different motto each year.
This year’s motto is “ Not every hero wears a cape, plan and practice your escape”. Each family should have a fire escape plan, and are encouraged to practice their plan.
Local fire officials have been in local schools this week, and the Mayor has made a proclamation for this week to be “Fire Prevention Week”. Fire officials also encourage all residents to check smoke detectors once a month, and to change batteries when we move clocks forward or backward.
On Sunday, October 6, 2019, in accordance with Public Law 107-51, the flag of the United States will be flown at half-staff at all Federal office buildings in honor of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Service
Message from the superintendent
In anticipation of the high attendance at the upcoming Badger Football Games, Dr. Rascoe has asked Lampasas Radio to pass on the following message: “It’s a Great Day to be a Badger!
It is exciting seeing our athletic programs being successful and our community being so supportive. In anticipation of large crowds for the rest of our football season, we are working to make the event as safe as possible. In addition to providing extra security, we are requesting that all Badger fans remain on the home side of the stadium. We are also working to have a concession stand and restrooms available on the north end of the stadium.
Thank you, Lampasas, for being so supportive of our kids.”
It is exciting seeing our athletic programs being successful and our community being so supportive. In anticipation of large crowds for the rest of our football season, we are working to make the event as safe as possible. In addition to providing extra security, we are requesting that all Badger fans remain on the home side of the stadium. We are also working to have a concession stand and restrooms available on the north end of the stadium.
Thank you, Lampasas, for being so supportive of our kids.”
Lampasas ISD Notes
***PARENTS: Please note: There will be no school on October 14th or October 21st.
***Fields of Faith tonight, Wednesday October 9th at Badger Stadium at 6:45pm
Today: Lampasas Middle
School Cross Country will be in Llano for a meet. Lampasas High School's gaming Club meeting will be in the LHS library at 3:20pm-5:00pm.
Thursday: Lampasas Badger Middle School football hosts Burnet Middle School at the Lampasas High School at 4:30pm. Lampasas High School Sub-Varsity football is heading to Burnet with games beginning at 5:30pm and 7:00pm.
***Fields of Faith tonight, Wednesday October 9th at Badger Stadium at 6:45pm
Today: Lampasas Middle
School Cross Country will be in Llano for a meet. Lampasas High School's gaming Club meeting will be in the LHS library at 3:20pm-5:00pm.
Thursday: Lampasas Badger Middle School football hosts Burnet Middle School at the Lampasas High School at 4:30pm. Lampasas High School Sub-Varsity football is heading to Burnet with games beginning at 5:30pm and 7:00pm.
the weather
The High yesterday 80° The Low this morning 54°
The area is experiencing the coolest temperatures since May this morning, with most of us in the 50’s and a few in the 40’s. However, due to the return of E-SE winds today, temperatures will be warming up into the 80’s. Ahead of the cold front above normal temperatures are expected with highs near 90°. The cold front should be here Thursday night, but there are several possibilities, and timing will be better in a few days.
Today: Sunny with a high temperature near 82° and N wind at 5 mph, becoming E in the afternoon.
Tonight: Clear with a low near 57°, and S-SE wind near 5 mph.
Wednesday: Sunny with a high near 90°, and winds from the S at 10-15 mph, gusting to 20 mph.
Wednesday Night: Becoming cloudy with a low near 70°, and S-SE wind near 10-15 mph.
The rest of the week: Warm and sunny on Thursday, then a 50% chance of showers Thursday night and Friday morning. Wind shifts to the North on Friday at 15-20 mph with gusts up to 20 mph. The high temperature should be close to 65 ° on Friday.
The area is experiencing the coolest temperatures since May this morning, with most of us in the 50’s and a few in the 40’s. However, due to the return of E-SE winds today, temperatures will be warming up into the 80’s. Ahead of the cold front above normal temperatures are expected with highs near 90°. The cold front should be here Thursday night, but there are several possibilities, and timing will be better in a few days.
Today: Sunny with a high temperature near 82° and N wind at 5 mph, becoming E in the afternoon.
Tonight: Clear with a low near 57°, and S-SE wind near 5 mph.
Wednesday: Sunny with a high near 90°, and winds from the S at 10-15 mph, gusting to 20 mph.
Wednesday Night: Becoming cloudy with a low near 70°, and S-SE wind near 10-15 mph.
The rest of the week: Warm and sunny on Thursday, then a 50% chance of showers Thursday night and Friday morning. Wind shifts to the North on Friday at 15-20 mph with gusts up to 20 mph. The high temperature should be close to 65 ° on Friday.
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept Blotter for Monday shows an early morning accident at 12:41am at the intersection of E. Ave F & Gamel St. 12:44am saw a suspicious person in the 200 block of E. 2nd. St. At 9:44am, a 22 year old Ohio man . was arrested in the 1500 block of S. Key for possession of marijuana under 2 oz in a drug free zone. A minor accident at 11:46am took place at the intersection of CTE & Western St. The afternoon shows a suspicious vehicle in the 200 block of E. 2nd St. at 12:45pm, and suspicious activity was rep-orted in the 1500 block of S. Key at 2:56pm. An unauthorized use of motor vehicle report came in from the 1700 block of CTE at 3:01pm. AT 5:01pm, a 27 year old Lampasas woman was arrested in the 600 block of Naruna Rd. for DWI. A suspicious vehicle was reported in the 1700 block of S. Chestnut at 11:05pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept.. blotter for Monday shows Kempner with medical calls, reports of suspicious activity, an alarm call, and an animal problem. Out in the county there were medical calls, a reported reckless driver, an accident and livestock issues. Deputies went into Cove for a stolen vehicle report, a report of suspicious activity and animal problems.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of a 23 year old Harker Heights man on a bond revocation.
The Burn Ban is in Effect. No Burning!
The Sheriff’s Dept.. blotter for Monday shows Kempner with medical calls, reports of suspicious activity, an alarm call, and an animal problem. Out in the county there were medical calls, a reported reckless driver, an accident and livestock issues. Deputies went into Cove for a stolen vehicle report, a report of suspicious activity and animal problems.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of a 23 year old Harker Heights man on a bond revocation.
The Burn Ban is in Effect. No Burning!
Lampasas ISD
The Lampasas independent school district had a regular school board meeting last night.
The 2019-2020 budget amendments were discussed.
The Budget was amended (increased) by $817,271. This will come from the General Fund Balance and includes:
One of the concerns discussed was “closing the gap” at Lampasas High School. Lampasas High School has not met the target percentage in this area in the last 3 years for 2 sub groups.
To remedy this situation, the students are participating in the following: on Tuesday and Thursday there is star acceleration for Englishand Math, and on Wednesday they have a 23 minute character building lesson, and academic time is provided on Friday’s.
Lampasas High School is also working on hiring an Early College Prep Math and English tutor.
The 2019-2020 budget amendments were discussed.
The Budget was amended (increased) by $817,271. This will come from the General Fund Balance and includes:
- $303,161 salary increase ($275,000 for state allotment increase)
- $310,000 from the new state allotment funding for mandatory reading academy training PK-3 and district wide dyslexia training requirements.
- $190,010 for architect and engineering services for CTE expansion and renovation.
- $4,000 for digital radios for Hanna Springs Elementary
- $10,100 for an increase in the cost in school buses and a 9 passenger SUV.
One of the concerns discussed was “closing the gap” at Lampasas High School. Lampasas High School has not met the target percentage in this area in the last 3 years for 2 sub groups.
To remedy this situation, the students are participating in the following: on Tuesday and Thursday there is star acceleration for Englishand Math, and on Wednesday they have a 23 minute character building lesson, and academic time is provided on Friday’s.
Lampasas High School is also working on hiring an Early College Prep Math and English tutor.
Marching Band Contest
The Lampasas High School Marching Band traveled to the Vista Ridge Marching Festival on Saturday and returned home with 1st place in General Effect. The Badger Band placed 3rd overall and 2nd in visual caption and the auxiliary Caption.
What an outstanding job Badger Band!
Bonnie Oreka wants to let everyone know the next competition is October 12th at the Liberty Hill Marching Festival. The Badgers will perform at 2:15pm.
Good Luck!
What an outstanding job Badger Band!
Bonnie Oreka wants to let everyone know the next competition is October 12th at the Liberty Hill Marching Festival. The Badgers will perform at 2:15pm.
Good Luck!
lampasas isd notes
Today: Badger tennis, travels to Harker Heights with first serve at 4:00pm.
The Lady Badger Volleyball team will travel to Burnet with games starting at 5:00pm.
Wednesday: Lampasas Middle
School Cross Country will be in Llano for a meet. Lampasas High School's gaming Club meeting will be in the LHS library at 3:20pm-5:00pm.
Thursday: Lampasas Badger Middle School football hosts Burnet Middle School at the Lampasas High School at 4:30pm.
Lampasas High School Sub-Varsity football is heading to Burnet with games beginning at 5:30pm and 7:00pm.
Friday: The LHS' tennis team will have a match against Copperas Cove, it starts at 4:00pm at the Lampasas High School Tennis Courts.
Lampasas High School's Varsity football team will have a game at the Badger stadium against Burnet at 730pm. Volleyball will host Eastside Memorial at Lampasas High School, with games beginning at 5pm & 6pm.
Lampasas High School will be the host for the Cross Country 8-3A District meet is at the Lampasas High School at 8:30am. Friday.
Saturday at 9:00am, the LHS Boys and Girls Golf Badger Fall Classic will be at Hancock Park
Lampasas High School ‘s Speech and Debate team is heading to Buda, and the time is to be announced.
The Badger Band is heading to Liberty Hill for the US Bands Marching Festival.
Lampasas High School theater arts will be performing “Seussical the Musical” at 7pm, and will also perform on Sunday at 2:00pm
The Lady Badger Volleyball team will travel to Burnet with games starting at 5:00pm.
Wednesday: Lampasas Middle
School Cross Country will be in Llano for a meet. Lampasas High School's gaming Club meeting will be in the LHS library at 3:20pm-5:00pm.
Thursday: Lampasas Badger Middle School football hosts Burnet Middle School at the Lampasas High School at 4:30pm.
Lampasas High School Sub-Varsity football is heading to Burnet with games beginning at 5:30pm and 7:00pm.
Friday: The LHS' tennis team will have a match against Copperas Cove, it starts at 4:00pm at the Lampasas High School Tennis Courts.
Lampasas High School's Varsity football team will have a game at the Badger stadium against Burnet at 730pm. Volleyball will host Eastside Memorial at Lampasas High School, with games beginning at 5pm & 6pm.
Lampasas High School will be the host for the Cross Country 8-3A District meet is at the Lampasas High School at 8:30am. Friday.
Saturday at 9:00am, the LHS Boys and Girls Golf Badger Fall Classic will be at Hancock Park
Lampasas High School ‘s Speech and Debate team is heading to Buda, and the time is to be announced.
The Badger Band is heading to Liberty Hill for the US Bands Marching Festival.
Lampasas High School theater arts will be performing “Seussical the Musical” at 7pm, and will also perform on Sunday at 2:00pm
