the weather
The High yesterday 79° The Low this morning 62°
The forecasters can’t rule out a few showers later today, but they should be minimal, with no severe weather expected today. However, they is potential for shows and storms to move in from the northwest early tomorrow morning. Any storms that form will have the possibility of hail and the strong/severe threat may move into Central Texas tomorrow evening. Localized flooding may be an issue, given the amount of rain some locations received this weekend. Storms should exit the area Wednesday night.
Today: A slight chance of showers this morning, then clearing skies with a high temperature near 79°. Winds will be NW at 5-10 mph.
Tonight: Mostly clear and a low around 61º. NW wind at 5-10 mph becoming light and variable in the evening.
Wednesday: Mostly sunny with a high near 85º and a 20% chance of showers in the afternoon. Winds will be SE at 5-10mph.
Wednesday Night: A 30% chance of showers and storms mainly in the evening. Otherwise mostly cloudy with a low near 63º,. Winds will be light out of the south. Thursday: Partly sunny with a high near 87° and a 20% chance of precipitation with SW winds at 5-10 mph.
Thursday Night: Mostly cloudy and about 64 º for the low, with E wind near 10 mph. There is a 20% chance of showers and storms
The forecasters can’t rule out a few showers later today, but they should be minimal, with no severe weather expected today. However, they is potential for shows and storms to move in from the northwest early tomorrow morning. Any storms that form will have the possibility of hail and the strong/severe threat may move into Central Texas tomorrow evening. Localized flooding may be an issue, given the amount of rain some locations received this weekend. Storms should exit the area Wednesday night.
Today: A slight chance of showers this morning, then clearing skies with a high temperature near 79°. Winds will be NW at 5-10 mph.
Tonight: Mostly clear and a low around 61º. NW wind at 5-10 mph becoming light and variable in the evening.
Wednesday: Mostly sunny with a high near 85º and a 20% chance of showers in the afternoon. Winds will be SE at 5-10mph.
Wednesday Night: A 30% chance of showers and storms mainly in the evening. Otherwise mostly cloudy with a low near 63º,. Winds will be light out of the south. Thursday: Partly sunny with a high near 87° and a 20% chance of precipitation with SW winds at 5-10 mph.
Thursday Night: Mostly cloudy and about 64 º for the low, with E wind near 10 mph. There is a 20% chance of showers and storms
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Saturday shows an early morning minor accident in the 700 block of Campbell St., then the arrest of 41 year old Natasha Worsham at the same location for DWI. The afternoon shows a disturbance in the 100 block of EE Ohnmeiss at 12:16pm, then a criminal mischief in the 1000 block of W. Ave E at 3:27pm. A 37 year old Lampasas man was arrested in the 100 block of W. Ave C for DWI/resisting arrest at 8:53pm. There were two reports of a suspicious vehicle in the 100 block of EE Ohnmeiss Dr. at 11:23 and 11:25pm , and a major accident report came in from the 1100 block of Hackberry St. & E. Ave J at 11:38pm with one person transported. PIC
The Blotter for Sunday shows a noise disturbance in the 500 block of S. Willis at 12am, and a disturbance was reported in the 1500 block of S. Key at 12:42am, then an assault was reported in the 800 block of Casbeer at 12:47am. Suspicious activity was reported in the 600 block of N. Ridge St. at 1:33am,and in the 100 block of EE Ohnmeiss at 2:13am. Another disturbance was reported in the 300 block of 281S at 12:34pm. The Blotter for Monday shows the early morning arrest of Andrew Sulak, 37, in the 100 block of EE Ohnmeiss Dr. for DWI at 2:01am. A theft was reported on Hollywood Dr. at 11:21am, and a suspicious person was reported on CTE at 8:53pm.
Lampasas County Sheriff’s Blotter for the holiday weekend shows Lometa with animal issues, Kempner had civil matters, reports of suspicious activity, reported disturbances, an accident, an abandoned vehicle, an alcohol offense, a medical call, a reported assault, animal issues, a missing person and a noise complaint. Out in the county, there was suspicious activity, an alarm call, structure fires (see story), an accident, civil matters, and reported disturbances. Deputies went into Cove on medical calls, welfare checks, reported threats, and livestock issues.
The Jail Log shows the Saturday arrest of 17 year old Briceston Merkling of Kempner for assault causing injury/family member. On Monday, Thomas Simmons II, 41, of Lometa was arrested for criminal mischief and possession of a controlled substance PG1 less than a gram.
The Burn Ban has been lifted indefinitely
The Blotter for Sunday shows a noise disturbance in the 500 block of S. Willis at 12am, and a disturbance was reported in the 1500 block of S. Key at 12:42am, then an assault was reported in the 800 block of Casbeer at 12:47am. Suspicious activity was reported in the 600 block of N. Ridge St. at 1:33am,and in the 100 block of EE Ohnmeiss at 2:13am. Another disturbance was reported in the 300 block of 281S at 12:34pm. The Blotter for Monday shows the early morning arrest of Andrew Sulak, 37, in the 100 block of EE Ohnmeiss Dr. for DWI at 2:01am. A theft was reported on Hollywood Dr. at 11:21am, and a suspicious person was reported on CTE at 8:53pm.
Lampasas County Sheriff’s Blotter for the holiday weekend shows Lometa with animal issues, Kempner had civil matters, reports of suspicious activity, reported disturbances, an accident, an abandoned vehicle, an alcohol offense, a medical call, a reported assault, animal issues, a missing person and a noise complaint. Out in the county, there was suspicious activity, an alarm call, structure fires (see story), an accident, civil matters, and reported disturbances. Deputies went into Cove on medical calls, welfare checks, reported threats, and livestock issues.
The Jail Log shows the Saturday arrest of 17 year old Briceston Merkling of Kempner for assault causing injury/family member. On Monday, Thomas Simmons II, 41, of Lometa was arrested for criminal mischief and possession of a controlled substance PG1 less than a gram.
The Burn Ban has been lifted indefinitely
Local Fires Investigated
Saturday May 23rd saw 2 fires locally. At 10:32am, the Lampasas Fire Dept. was called to 3160 S. 183 in Lampasas to the New Hope Baptist Church, where a fire was reported. Lampasas Radio spoke to Ronnie Withers, City Fire Marshall, who stated that this fire is under investigation by himself, the Lampasas Co. Sheriff’s Dept. and the State Fire Marshall’s Office.
12:35pm saw the Oakalla Volunteer Fire Dept. called to 10831 Hwy 183S to the Kifaru Bird Auction, which was engulfed in flames. (above) This fire is being investigated by the State Fire Marshall’s Office as well.
We confirmed with Reese Oestreich, State Fire Marshall, that these fires were being investigated. At this time the only
information being released is that the investigations are active, and when the investigation is finished more information will be
released.
Lampasas Radio reached out to Burnet Fire Marshall John
Erskine about the Bethel Community Center fire in Burnet County. He stated that the Bethel fire was accidental and the case is closed.
Ronnie Withers asked Lampasas Radiogram to remind everyone; If you see anything suspicious or unusual
around an empty outbuilding, or anywhere, please immediately report it to the Sheriff’s Dept. at 512-556-2855 or the Lampasas Fire Dept. at 512-556-3446 so it can be investigated quickly.
12:35pm saw the Oakalla Volunteer Fire Dept. called to 10831 Hwy 183S to the Kifaru Bird Auction, which was engulfed in flames. (above) This fire is being investigated by the State Fire Marshall’s Office as well.
We confirmed with Reese Oestreich, State Fire Marshall, that these fires were being investigated. At this time the only
information being released is that the investigations are active, and when the investigation is finished more information will be
released.
Lampasas Radio reached out to Burnet Fire Marshall John
Erskine about the Bethel Community Center fire in Burnet County. He stated that the Bethel fire was accidental and the case is closed.
Ronnie Withers asked Lampasas Radiogram to remind everyone; If you see anything suspicious or unusual
around an empty outbuilding, or anywhere, please immediately report it to the Sheriff’s Dept. at 512-556-2855 or the Lampasas Fire Dept. at 512-556-3446 so it can be investigated quickly.
County Commissioners to get Update on Jail Project
The Lampasas County Commissioners Court held a regular meeting this morning at the Lampasas County Courthouse. The meeting was a “ZOOM” meeting.
The agenda included the consent agenda, accounts payable/payroll, teleconferencing commissioner court meetings, request bids for gas & diesel, and aggregate for surface treatment, the preliminary plat for Race Riverbend Subdivision, the Annual Commissioners Road reports, the Annex Awning, and the Farmers Market.
Also on the agenda was a consultation with a project architect and report form legal counsel regarding default of contract for law enforcement center/jail project by Krueger Construction Company.
**Executive Session; Consultation with attorney, a closed meeting will be held pursuant to Section 551.0725 for deliberation regarding contract negotiations where deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the County’s interests with a third party; and section 551.071 of the Government Code regarding consultation with attorney to seek advice on pending and contemplated litigation, settlements, and other matters, which are confidential under the Disciplinary rules of the State Bar, on which the duty of the attorney of the County under the Texas disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct clearly conflicts with the Open Meetings Act, regarding the negotiation of legal responsibilities related to the completion of construction of the Lampasas County Jail and Sheriff’s office and default by Krueger Construction Company.”
The agenda also included to consider, report and update on completion of the law enforcement center/jail project from surety, Traveler’s Casualty and Surety Company of America, and to consider/discuss/take action related to default of construction contract by Krueger Construction Company and proposed completion/takeover of project by surety, Travelers Casualty and Surety Company of America
The agenda included the consent agenda, accounts payable/payroll, teleconferencing commissioner court meetings, request bids for gas & diesel, and aggregate for surface treatment, the preliminary plat for Race Riverbend Subdivision, the Annual Commissioners Road reports, the Annex Awning, and the Farmers Market.
Also on the agenda was a consultation with a project architect and report form legal counsel regarding default of contract for law enforcement center/jail project by Krueger Construction Company.
**Executive Session; Consultation with attorney, a closed meeting will be held pursuant to Section 551.0725 for deliberation regarding contract negotiations where deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the County’s interests with a third party; and section 551.071 of the Government Code regarding consultation with attorney to seek advice on pending and contemplated litigation, settlements, and other matters, which are confidential under the Disciplinary rules of the State Bar, on which the duty of the attorney of the County under the Texas disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct clearly conflicts with the Open Meetings Act, regarding the negotiation of legal responsibilities related to the completion of construction of the Lampasas County Jail and Sheriff’s office and default by Krueger Construction Company.”
The agenda also included to consider, report and update on completion of the law enforcement center/jail project from surety, Traveler’s Casualty and Surety Company of America, and to consider/discuss/take action related to default of construction contract by Krueger Construction Company and proposed completion/takeover of project by surety, Travelers Casualty and Surety Company of America
city council meets
The Lampasas City Council and the Lampasas Economic Development Corp. will have a joint session at this afternoon at 5:30pm to discuss development and funding of the Business Park Improvements, immediately followed by a workshop session. The Agenda for the workshop session includes discussion regarding advertising and marketing Chamber of Commerce Events, commercial parking in residential areas, the intersection at E. 3rd St. and Liveoak, the city pools, the 2020/2021 budget, opening city facilities/local updates to the pandemic, updates regarding city projects, and any item on the regular agenda.
The Regular Session of the city council will begin at 6pm, and the agenda will include citizen comments, the consent agenda, departmental reports, the city manager’s operational report, unfinished business, and in new business, discussion and possible action on the following items: a non-exclusive lease of space on the Nix Water tower, the Kempner Water Supply Corp. Wheeling Agreement, Commercial Parking in residential areas, approval by certification for application for CARES Act Coronavirus Fund Grant, and the city pools.
The Regular Session of the city council will begin at 6pm, and the agenda will include citizen comments, the consent agenda, departmental reports, the city manager’s operational report, unfinished business, and in new business, discussion and possible action on the following items: a non-exclusive lease of space on the Nix Water tower, the Kempner Water Supply Corp. Wheeling Agreement, Commercial Parking in residential areas, approval by certification for application for CARES Act Coronavirus Fund Grant, and the city pools.
Team Tiger-Manning Wins Capital One
“THE MATCH”
Team Tiger-Manning won this close match by one stroke over Phil and Brady. This was a really good thing to see as sports are about to kick way once again. Tiger didn’t seem to miss a single fairway and was a good sight to see moving forward into the start of the PGA TOUR. His partner Payton Manning played a lot better than many expected. He looked liked he belonged on the tour as well, winning closest to the pin on several holes. It was quite impressive for a guy who has played football and excelled at that his whole life. Retirement must have got him out on the course.
On the other hand Phil and Brady had a rough start but managed to hold tight with only losing my one stroke. Brady did about what I expected until the “chirping” started. In normal Tom Brady fashion he holed one out for a birdie from about 100 yards out. Phil did Phil things in his short game. He put several chips within a few feet of the hole in his normal fashion. It will be interesting to see both these guys this year on the tour.
The goal of this match was to raise $10,000,000 but that was well exceeded by the end. The total raised in online donations reached $20,000,000 which is double their goal. Other additional donations were mad through the form of bets such as Brooks Koepka offering Tom Brady $100,000 if he makes par on one hole of the front 9. Brady won this bet with his 100yrd hole out birdie.
On the other hand Phil and Brady had a rough start but managed to hold tight with only losing my one stroke. Brady did about what I expected until the “chirping” started. In normal Tom Brady fashion he holed one out for a birdie from about 100 yards out. Phil did Phil things in his short game. He put several chips within a few feet of the hole in his normal fashion. It will be interesting to see both these guys this year on the tour.
The goal of this match was to raise $10,000,000 but that was well exceeded by the end. The total raised in online donations reached $20,000,000 which is double their goal. Other additional donations were mad through the form of bets such as Brooks Koepka offering Tom Brady $100,000 if he makes par on one hole of the front 9. Brady won this bet with his 100yrd hole out birdie.
funeral notice
Chayton Alexander Garcia, age 2 died Friday May 22 at Baylor Scott & White McLane’s Children’s Hospital in Temple.
Chayton was born May 24, 2017 in Brownwood, Texas to Heather Penny and Jacobo Garcia III. He was a loving boy who liked playing with his John Deere tractor, helping to feed and take care of the animals around the house. Chayton liked riding the mower with Dad, and liked singing the “Baby Shark” song in the car with his bubba and sissy. He loved being pulled in the wagon by his brother David. He would always greet people with a big smile and say “Hi”. Chayton liked to give hugs to everyone. He had a special bond with “Oma” and was always excited to spend time with her while Mom was at work.
He is survived by Mother, Heather Penny of Copperas Cove, Father; Jacobo Garcia III of Brownwood, 2 brothers; Jayden Smith, David Martinez, 7 sisters; Serenity Penny, Isabella Garcia, Lilliana Garcia, Alejandra Garcia, Esmeralda Garcia, Anna Garcia, Emma Harbour, Maternal Grandparents, Trina Penny and Daniel Penny Sr., Paternal Grandfather, Jacobo Garcia II, Great Grandparents; Sarah and Ronald Tomison, Gloria Lindley and Paul Penny.
Chayton is also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Funeral service will be Wednesday May 27 at 11am at Church of the Hills in Lometa. Burial will follow in Senterfitt Cemetery. Viewing will begin at 10am.
(Family requests each person planning on attending, please wear a mask for the safety of everyone)
Chayton was born May 24, 2017 in Brownwood, Texas to Heather Penny and Jacobo Garcia III. He was a loving boy who liked playing with his John Deere tractor, helping to feed and take care of the animals around the house. Chayton liked riding the mower with Dad, and liked singing the “Baby Shark” song in the car with his bubba and sissy. He loved being pulled in the wagon by his brother David. He would always greet people with a big smile and say “Hi”. Chayton liked to give hugs to everyone. He had a special bond with “Oma” and was always excited to spend time with her while Mom was at work.
He is survived by Mother, Heather Penny of Copperas Cove, Father; Jacobo Garcia III of Brownwood, 2 brothers; Jayden Smith, David Martinez, 7 sisters; Serenity Penny, Isabella Garcia, Lilliana Garcia, Alejandra Garcia, Esmeralda Garcia, Anna Garcia, Emma Harbour, Maternal Grandparents, Trina Penny and Daniel Penny Sr., Paternal Grandfather, Jacobo Garcia II, Great Grandparents; Sarah and Ronald Tomison, Gloria Lindley and Paul Penny.
Chayton is also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Funeral service will be Wednesday May 27 at 11am at Church of the Hills in Lometa. Burial will follow in Senterfitt Cemetery. Viewing will begin at 10am.
(Family requests each person planning on attending, please wear a mask for the safety of everyone)
the weather
High yesterday was 88° Low this morning was 60°
The Lampasas Airport recorded .19 inches of rain this week.
The forecasters say the unsettled, rainy weather should last through the end of the month. Multiple rounds of showers and storms may result in flooding over this weekend. With additional rainfall expected through the week and into next weekend, the impact from flooding could be appreciable. The conditions indicate that while the storms may not be severe, we can expect widespread showers with embedded thunderstorms through Monday.
Tonight the storms are forecast to develop west of our area along a dry line, making the forecast timing easier, so we will know when they will make their way here.
Today: Gradual clearing with winds from the S-SE near 10-15 mph gusting to 25 mph. The high temperature will be near 88°.
Tonight: Increasing clouds with a 30% chance of showers and S-SE winds continuing near 10-15 mph gusting to 25 mph. The low will be near 71°.
Sunday: Mostly cloudy skies and a high temperature near 83° and a 70% chance of showers and storms mainly in the afternoon. Winds will be SE at 5-10 mph.
Sunday Night: A low temperature near 66° and SE wind near 5-10 mph. There is a 70% chance of showers and storms before 2am.
Memorial Day: Skies will be mostly cloudy with the high temperature near 82° and a 60% chance of precipitation during the day. Wind will be S-SE at 5-10 mph.
Memorial Day Night: A low near 65° and mostly cloudy skies with showers and storms likely continuing. Wind will be SE at 5 becoming calm.
Tuesday: A 60% chance of showers and storms continue. Skies will be mostly cloudy with a high temperature near 80°. There will be a light NE breeze in the afternoon
The Lampasas Airport recorded .19 inches of rain this week.
The forecasters say the unsettled, rainy weather should last through the end of the month. Multiple rounds of showers and storms may result in flooding over this weekend. With additional rainfall expected through the week and into next weekend, the impact from flooding could be appreciable. The conditions indicate that while the storms may not be severe, we can expect widespread showers with embedded thunderstorms through Monday.
Tonight the storms are forecast to develop west of our area along a dry line, making the forecast timing easier, so we will know when they will make their way here.
Today: Gradual clearing with winds from the S-SE near 10-15 mph gusting to 25 mph. The high temperature will be near 88°.
Tonight: Increasing clouds with a 30% chance of showers and S-SE winds continuing near 10-15 mph gusting to 25 mph. The low will be near 71°.
Sunday: Mostly cloudy skies and a high temperature near 83° and a 70% chance of showers and storms mainly in the afternoon. Winds will be SE at 5-10 mph.
Sunday Night: A low temperature near 66° and SE wind near 5-10 mph. There is a 70% chance of showers and storms before 2am.
Memorial Day: Skies will be mostly cloudy with the high temperature near 82° and a 60% chance of precipitation during the day. Wind will be S-SE at 5-10 mph.
Memorial Day Night: A low near 65° and mostly cloudy skies with showers and storms likely continuing. Wind will be SE at 5 becoming calm.
Tuesday: A 60% chance of showers and storms continue. Skies will be mostly cloudy with a high temperature near 80°. There will be a light NE breeze in the afternoon
the blotter
The Lampasas Police Dept. Blotter for Friday shows an early morning disturbance in the 100 block of W. 3rd St. at 12:24am. The afternoon shows a reported fraud in the 800 block of N. Ridge St. at 12:52pm. A suspicious vehicle was reported in the 1400 block of S. Key Ave at 1:54pm, and then a theft was reported in the 1400 block of W. Ave C at 3:59pm. A suspicious person was reported in the 400 block of S. Key at 4:16pm, then a disturbance was reported in the 300 block of 281S at 6:01pm. A suspicious person was reported on Perkins St. at 7:17pm. Later in the evening, Anthony Martinez, 22, of Lampasas was arrested in the 700 block of Brown St. for DWI w/previous conviction, evading arrest, possession of drug paraphernalia and a Lampasas County Warrant for theft of a firearm at 11:05pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Friday shows Lometa with an alarm call and a report of suspicious activity. In Kempner, officers responded to animal issues, and fish and game calls. Out in the county there were animal issues as well as fish & game calls. There were also reports of suspicious activity, and a warrant was served. Deputies responded to Cove for reports of suspicious activity, an accident, medical calls, civil matters, a welfare check and a reported disturbance. \
The Jail Log shows the arrest of Jason Pehl, 33, of Lampasas, for burglary of a habitation/ felony intended. Ulyses Rodriguez, 20, of Copperas Cove was arrested for possession of a controlled substance PG2 4-400grams, possession of a dangerous drug, possession of marijuana less than 2 oz, and 2 traffic violations.
The Burn Ban has been lifted indefinitely
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Friday shows Lometa with an alarm call and a report of suspicious activity. In Kempner, officers responded to animal issues, and fish and game calls. Out in the county there were animal issues as well as fish & game calls. There were also reports of suspicious activity, and a warrant was served. Deputies responded to Cove for reports of suspicious activity, an accident, medical calls, civil matters, a welfare check and a reported disturbance. \
The Jail Log shows the arrest of Jason Pehl, 33, of Lampasas, for burglary of a habitation/ felony intended. Ulyses Rodriguez, 20, of Copperas Cove was arrested for possession of a controlled substance PG2 4-400grams, possession of a dangerous drug, possession of marijuana less than 2 oz, and 2 traffic violations.
The Burn Ban has been lifted indefinitely
County Commissioners to get Update on Jail Project
The Lampasas County Commissioners Court will hold a regular meeting Tuesday May 26th at the Lampasas County Courthouse. The meeting will be a “ZOOM” meeting with instructions at the county website.
The agenda includes the consent agenda, accounts payable/payroll, teleconferencing commissioner court meetings, request bids for gas & diesel, and aggregate for surface treatment, the preliminary plat for Race Riverbend Subdivision, the Annual Commissioners Road reports, the Annex Awning, and the Farmers Market.
Also on the agenda is a consultation with a project architect and report form legal counsel regarding default of contract for law enforcement center/jail project by Krueger Construction Company.
**Executive Session; Consultation with attorney, a closed meeting will be held pursuant to Section 551.0725 for deliberation regarding contract negotiations where deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the County’s interests with a third party; and section 551.071 of the Government Code regarding consultation with attorney to seek advice on pending and contemplated litigation, settlements, and other matters, which are confidential under the Disciplinary rules of the State Bar, on which the duty of the attorney of the County under the Texas disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct clearly conflicts with the Open Meetings Act, regarding the negotiation of legal responsibilities related to the completion of construction of the Lampasas County Jail and Sheriff’s office and default by Krueger Construction Company.”
The agenda also includes to consider, report and update on completion of the law enforcement center/jail project from surety, Traveler’s Casualty and Surety Company of America, and to consider/discuss/take action related to default of construction contract by Krueger Construction Company and proposed completion/takeover of project by surety, Travelers Casualty and Surety Company of America
The agenda includes the consent agenda, accounts payable/payroll, teleconferencing commissioner court meetings, request bids for gas & diesel, and aggregate for surface treatment, the preliminary plat for Race Riverbend Subdivision, the Annual Commissioners Road reports, the Annex Awning, and the Farmers Market.
Also on the agenda is a consultation with a project architect and report form legal counsel regarding default of contract for law enforcement center/jail project by Krueger Construction Company.
**Executive Session; Consultation with attorney, a closed meeting will be held pursuant to Section 551.0725 for deliberation regarding contract negotiations where deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the County’s interests with a third party; and section 551.071 of the Government Code regarding consultation with attorney to seek advice on pending and contemplated litigation, settlements, and other matters, which are confidential under the Disciplinary rules of the State Bar, on which the duty of the attorney of the County under the Texas disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct clearly conflicts with the Open Meetings Act, regarding the negotiation of legal responsibilities related to the completion of construction of the Lampasas County Jail and Sheriff’s office and default by Krueger Construction Company.”
The agenda also includes to consider, report and update on completion of the law enforcement center/jail project from surety, Traveler’s Casualty and Surety Company of America, and to consider/discuss/take action related to default of construction contract by Krueger Construction Company and proposed completion/takeover of project by surety, Travelers Casualty and Surety Company of America
City Council Meets
The Lampasas City Council and the Lampasas Economic Development Corp. will have a joint session at 5:30pm on Tuesday, May 26th at 5:30pm to discuss development and funding of the Business Park Improvements, immediately followed by a workshop session. The Agenda for the workshop session includes discussion regarding advertising and marketing Chamber of Commerce Events, commercial parking in residential areas, the intersection at E. 3rd St. and Liveoak, the city pools, the 2020/2021 budget, opening city facilities/local updates to the pandemic, updates regarding city projects, and any item on the regular agenda.
The Regular Session of the city council will begin at 6pm, and the agenda will include citizen comments, the consent agenda, departmental reports, the city manager’s operational report, unfinished business, and in new business, discussion and possible action on the following items: a non-exclusive lease of space on the Nix Water tower, the Kempner Water Supply Corp. Wheeling Agreement, Commercial Parking in residential areas, approval by certification for application for CARES Act Coronavirus Fund Grant, and the city pools
The Regular Session of the city council will begin at 6pm, and the agenda will include citizen comments, the consent agenda, departmental reports, the city manager’s operational report, unfinished business, and in new business, discussion and possible action on the following items: a non-exclusive lease of space on the Nix Water tower, the Kempner Water Supply Corp. Wheeling Agreement, Commercial Parking in residential areas, approval by certification for application for CARES Act Coronavirus Fund Grant, and the city pools
Texas School Districts will Receive Federal Money in June
The Federal Stimulus package included money for school districts, so they could remain fully funded despite closures due to the coronavirus, according to the Texas Tribune.
Mike Morath, Texas Education Commissioner told school officials that most of the 1.29 billion will be distributed beginning in June. This means that Texas decided to use its share of the federal stimulus package to fund the schools in our state, and 90% will go directly to districts based on their student poverty rates. Texas school districts have to apply for these funds, and can start in June. Lampasas Radio reached out to Dr. Kevin Bott, Assitant Superintendent of Lampasas ISD, and he said that TEA has not given the district any specifics yet, it was still a little early. .
As well as the stimulus money, Governor Abbott and the state legislature agreed to reimburse all districts for up to 75% of pandemic-related expenses to date, using money from another grant.
States are allowed to use the federal stimulus funding to offset budget holes. "Federal guidance explicitly authorizes it as a way for states to sustain their school finance system, as long as net state funding remains above prior years," Morath said. District are warned to be cautions, though, as ongoing economic issues are certain.
Many schools were buying Wi-Fi hotspots, and Chromebooks to keep kids up to date, and there were costs with meals as well.
Morath said they are working on the issues for next year, and how the funding would work.
Mike Morath, Texas Education Commissioner told school officials that most of the 1.29 billion will be distributed beginning in June. This means that Texas decided to use its share of the federal stimulus package to fund the schools in our state, and 90% will go directly to districts based on their student poverty rates. Texas school districts have to apply for these funds, and can start in June. Lampasas Radio reached out to Dr. Kevin Bott, Assitant Superintendent of Lampasas ISD, and he said that TEA has not given the district any specifics yet, it was still a little early. .
As well as the stimulus money, Governor Abbott and the state legislature agreed to reimburse all districts for up to 75% of pandemic-related expenses to date, using money from another grant.
States are allowed to use the federal stimulus funding to offset budget holes. "Federal guidance explicitly authorizes it as a way for states to sustain their school finance system, as long as net state funding remains above prior years," Morath said. District are warned to be cautions, though, as ongoing economic issues are certain.
Many schools were buying Wi-Fi hotspots, and Chromebooks to keep kids up to date, and there were costs with meals as well.
Morath said they are working on the issues for next year, and how the funding would work.
the weather
High yesterday was 89° Low this morning was 64°
The forecasters seem to agree the weekend will be pretty soggy. We know to expect showers and storms, the timing is the question. They say that storms may develop in North Central Texas by this afternoon, and they may develop quickly, and may produce hail. Central Texas should experience a lull tomorrow, although with the heat of the day some disorganized showers may result. The nightly storms are slated to continue Saturday night. Widespread rainfall totals of 2-4 inches are expected with 5 inch totals possible in areas. Creeks and streams may flood.
Today: A partly sunny sky with a high temperature near 89°. Winds will be S at 5-15 mph with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy with a low near 69°. Winds will be S- SE at 10-15 mph, gusting to 20 mph. Showers and storms are predicted after 10pm, a 30% chance.
Saturday: A slight chance of showers around daybreak, then again after 1pm, the forecaster put the probability at 40%. The skies will be partly sunny with a high temperature near 87°. Winds will be S-SE at 5-10 mph..
Saturday night: Mostly cloudy with a low near 69°, and a S -SE wind at 5-10 mph. . There is a 30% chance of showers and storms in the evening.
Sunday: There is a 60% chance of showers and storms. with mostly cloudy skies and a high temperature near 82°.Winds will be S-Se at 5-10 mph.
Sunday night: Mostly cloudy with a low near 67°and a 50% chance of showers and storms continue. Winds will be light out of the south.
Memorial Day: Mostly cloudy skies with a high temperature near 83° and a 60% chance of precipitation. Winds will be S at 5-10 mph
The forecasters seem to agree the weekend will be pretty soggy. We know to expect showers and storms, the timing is the question. They say that storms may develop in North Central Texas by this afternoon, and they may develop quickly, and may produce hail. Central Texas should experience a lull tomorrow, although with the heat of the day some disorganized showers may result. The nightly storms are slated to continue Saturday night. Widespread rainfall totals of 2-4 inches are expected with 5 inch totals possible in areas. Creeks and streams may flood.
Today: A partly sunny sky with a high temperature near 89°. Winds will be S at 5-15 mph with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy with a low near 69°. Winds will be S- SE at 10-15 mph, gusting to 20 mph. Showers and storms are predicted after 10pm, a 30% chance.
Saturday: A slight chance of showers around daybreak, then again after 1pm, the forecaster put the probability at 40%. The skies will be partly sunny with a high temperature near 87°. Winds will be S-SE at 5-10 mph..
Saturday night: Mostly cloudy with a low near 69°, and a S -SE wind at 5-10 mph. . There is a 30% chance of showers and storms in the evening.
Sunday: There is a 60% chance of showers and storms. with mostly cloudy skies and a high temperature near 82°.Winds will be S-Se at 5-10 mph.
Sunday night: Mostly cloudy with a low near 67°and a 50% chance of showers and storms continue. Winds will be light out of the south.
Memorial Day: Mostly cloudy skies with a high temperature near 83° and a 60% chance of precipitation. Winds will be S at 5-10 mph
The Blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Thursday shows suspicious activity in the 800 block of E. Ave B at 8:52am. Then the arrest of Frank West, 58 in the 1000 block of W. Ave E on a Lampasas PD warrant for illegal dumping at 10:05am. The afternoon shows an assault in the 100 block of EE Ohnmeiss at 12:59pm. A suspicious vehicle was reported in the 100 block of E. 5th St. at 1:52pm. A criminal mischief was reported in the 1200 block of CTE at 3:11pm. Keith west, 58, was arrested in the 500 block of S. Walnut for evading/resisting arrest at 6:04pm. A domestic disturbance took place in the 1200 block of W. Ave B at 5:50pm, and the arrest at the same location of Cynthia Severn, 41, of Lampasas for continuous violence against a family member at 6:46pm. A disturbance was reported in the 500 block of S. Walnut at 6:51pm.
Lampasas County Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Thursday shows Lometa with a civil matter and a reported disturbance. Kempner shows civil matters, a warrant was served, and a repossession took place. Out in the county there was a report of suspicious activity, medical calls, an abandoned vehicle, civil matters, a report of narcotics, and a shots fired call. Deputies went into Cove on animal issues, a reported fraud, and an alarm call.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of 20 year old Fabricio Bienbenu, of Lampasas for possession of a controlled substance PG1and a probation violation. 27 year old Shelby Wessling of Kempner was arrested for burglary of a building.
The Burn Ban has been lifted indefinitely
Lampasas County Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Thursday shows Lometa with a civil matter and a reported disturbance. Kempner shows civil matters, a warrant was served, and a repossession took place. Out in the county there was a report of suspicious activity, medical calls, an abandoned vehicle, civil matters, a report of narcotics, and a shots fired call. Deputies went into Cove on animal issues, a reported fraud, and an alarm call.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of 20 year old Fabricio Bienbenu, of Lampasas for possession of a controlled substance PG1and a probation violation. 27 year old Shelby Wessling of Kempner was arrested for burglary of a building.
The Burn Ban has been lifted indefinitely
It’s Friday !
What’s goin’ on?
“Positive things in our community”
Dr. Georgia Hay, Lampasas County Health Authority was in Lampasas Radio Studios this morning for an update on the coronavirus situation.
She says that there are good things going on in our area. As of this morning there were 2 active cases in Lampasas. One will be recovered today and one tomorrow. Then we will have no active cases in our county. There were no cases in our county that were hospitalized.
Because of the speed that our city, county and school authorities acted with, we were able to be proactive and not reactive. She stated that we had reached our peak on the 20th, and should be slowing down. The larger cities seem to be increasing, but the rural areas are trending down.
She spoke about the nursing home residents being tested, and is communicating with Fire Chief Jeff Smith. She said the nursing home has plans to isolate as necessary.
She feels the school is doing a great job, however, all this can change at any time if there is a surge in cases.
The County Emergency Management Team is no longer meeting in person, but staying in touch with each other via text and phone calls.
If you test positive, contact your doctor, they are still doing telehealth, as well as seeing patients in the office.
Keep doing what we are doing, the social distancing, wash your hands, and if you’re sick, STAY HOME!
And have a great holiday weekend!
The Briggs Community Center is having a community yard sale Saturday May 23rd starting at 8am
She says that there are good things going on in our area. As of this morning there were 2 active cases in Lampasas. One will be recovered today and one tomorrow. Then we will have no active cases in our county. There were no cases in our county that were hospitalized.
Because of the speed that our city, county and school authorities acted with, we were able to be proactive and not reactive. She stated that we had reached our peak on the 20th, and should be slowing down. The larger cities seem to be increasing, but the rural areas are trending down.
She spoke about the nursing home residents being tested, and is communicating with Fire Chief Jeff Smith. She said the nursing home has plans to isolate as necessary.
She feels the school is doing a great job, however, all this can change at any time if there is a surge in cases.
The County Emergency Management Team is no longer meeting in person, but staying in touch with each other via text and phone calls.
If you test positive, contact your doctor, they are still doing telehealth, as well as seeing patients in the office.
Keep doing what we are doing, the social distancing, wash your hands, and if you’re sick, STAY HOME!
And have a great holiday weekend!
The Briggs Community Center is having a community yard sale Saturday May 23rd starting at 8am
Lampasas ISD Updates
Lampasas Radio received the following from Dr. Kevin Bott, Asst. Superintendent of Lampasas ISD:
“We are also in the process of updating our COVID-19 channel on the LISD webpage to provide more comprehensive information for our parents to include:
Instruction (Continuity, Closing the Gaps, Texas Home Learning)
Nutrition
Summer Learning
Counseling and Behavioral Health
Special Education
Best Practices and Preventative Measures
FAQs
These updates will be LIVE very soon!
“We are also in the process of updating our COVID-19 channel on the LISD webpage to provide more comprehensive information for our parents to include:
Instruction (Continuity, Closing the Gaps, Texas Home Learning)
Nutrition
Summer Learning
Counseling and Behavioral Health
Special Education
Best Practices and Preventative Measures
FAQs
These updates will be LIVE very soon!
Lampasas ISD Nutrition Summer School Feeding Program
Lampasas ISD School Nutrition Program,
May 26-July 17, 2020
At Lampasas ISD, we feel that summer should be a break from study, but not from good nutrition. Thanks to the summer food service program, sponsored by USDA, nutritious meals during the summer are available at no cost to all children aged 18 and under. Adult Breakfast is $2.50, and adult lunch is $3.75.
There is no paperwork required to participate. The goal of the program is to provide nutritious meals to all children this summer. We hope this program will benefit the community.
LISD School Nutrition Service will continue to offer curbside meal pickup form May 26th-July 17th at Hanna Springs Elementary and Taylor Creek Elementary. Breakfast is from 7:30am to 9am and lunch is form 11:30am to 1pm. Monday-Friday.
Hanna Springs curbside meal pickup is from the parking lot on the east side of the building on Hackberry St.
Texas driver's license offices Taylor Creek curbside meal pickup is by entering the Southside entrance off Big Divide Road and driving the back of the building. Due to TDA regulations, the child must be in the vehicle at the time of pickup. Please stay in your vehicle. Any questions, please contact LISD School Nutrition at 512-556-8948
May 26-July 17, 2020
At Lampasas ISD, we feel that summer should be a break from study, but not from good nutrition. Thanks to the summer food service program, sponsored by USDA, nutritious meals during the summer are available at no cost to all children aged 18 and under. Adult Breakfast is $2.50, and adult lunch is $3.75.
There is no paperwork required to participate. The goal of the program is to provide nutritious meals to all children this summer. We hope this program will benefit the community.
LISD School Nutrition Service will continue to offer curbside meal pickup form May 26th-July 17th at Hanna Springs Elementary and Taylor Creek Elementary. Breakfast is from 7:30am to 9am and lunch is form 11:30am to 1pm. Monday-Friday.
Hanna Springs curbside meal pickup is from the parking lot on the east side of the building on Hackberry St.
Texas driver's license offices Taylor Creek curbside meal pickup is by entering the Southside entrance off Big Divide Road and driving the back of the building. Due to TDA regulations, the child must be in the vehicle at the time of pickup. Please stay in your vehicle. Any questions, please contact LISD School Nutrition at 512-556-8948
Plan While You Can this Holiday Weekend
AUSTIN – As COVID-19 orders are relaxed in many parts of the state and more Texans return to the roads, TxDOT’s “Plan While You Can” campaign is reminding drivers to make a sober ride part of their Memorial Day weekend plans.
“The long weekend should be an enjoyable start to summer, and we understand more and more people are beginning to venture out,” said TxDOT Executive Director James Bass. “But if you plan to drink alcohol, please know it is vital that you plan ahead for a sober ride. Without a doubt, planning for a sober ride home, will help prevent senseless tragedies and save lives.”
During last year’s Memorial Day weekend* in Texas, there were 360 DUI-alcohol related traffic crashes in Texas. Those crashes killed 16 people and seriously injured another 34.
Driving under the influence of alcohol not only risks death or serious injuries, but it can also be costly. Drivers can face up to $17,000 in fines and fees, jail time and loss of their driver’s license. Instead of getting behind the wheel, here are some alternative options:
“The long weekend should be an enjoyable start to summer, and we understand more and more people are beginning to venture out,” said TxDOT Executive Director James Bass. “But if you plan to drink alcohol, please know it is vital that you plan ahead for a sober ride. Without a doubt, planning for a sober ride home, will help prevent senseless tragedies and save lives.”
During last year’s Memorial Day weekend* in Texas, there were 360 DUI-alcohol related traffic crashes in Texas. Those crashes killed 16 people and seriously injured another 34.
Driving under the influence of alcohol not only risks death or serious injuries, but it can also be costly. Drivers can face up to $17,000 in fines and fees, jail time and loss of their driver’s license. Instead of getting behind the wheel, here are some alternative options:
- Designate a sober driver.
- Contact a cab or ride-share service.
- Use public transit.
- Spend the night.
thursday may 21, 2020
the weather
The High yesterday 93° The Low this morning 67°
According to the forecasters, the storms overnight have set the stage for a period of unsettled weather. The elements in the atmosphere that set off the storms are making the forecast and timing of future rain events difficult. Anything that moves across Central Texas tonight will probably fall apart. Storms tomorrow morning are forecasted at this time to be west of our area. The atmosphere is moist and unstable, and we have peak heating thrown in the mix. Storms that do form will also have outflow boundaries from other storms affecting their trajectory, again, making forecasts difficult. The unsettled weather is supposed to last through Monday.
Today: Mostly cloudy with a high near 88°. The wind will be S at 10-15 mph with gusts up to 20 mph possible. There is a 40% chance of showers and storms from late morning to early afternoon.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy with a low near 69° and S-SE winds at 10-15 mph. There is a 40% chance of storm overnight.
Friday: Partly sunny skies with a high temperature near 88°. Winds will be S near 5-10 mph. There is a 30% chance of showers and storms in the afternoon.
Friday Night: Partly cloudy with a low near 71°. Winds will be S-SE at 5-10 mph.
Saturday: A 30% chance of precipitation with mostly cloudy skies and a high temperature near 87°. Winds will be S at 5-10 mph.
Saturday Night: 70° with mostly cloudy skies, and SE winds at 5-10 mph.
According to the forecasters, the storms overnight have set the stage for a period of unsettled weather. The elements in the atmosphere that set off the storms are making the forecast and timing of future rain events difficult. Anything that moves across Central Texas tonight will probably fall apart. Storms tomorrow morning are forecasted at this time to be west of our area. The atmosphere is moist and unstable, and we have peak heating thrown in the mix. Storms that do form will also have outflow boundaries from other storms affecting their trajectory, again, making forecasts difficult. The unsettled weather is supposed to last through Monday.
Today: Mostly cloudy with a high near 88°. The wind will be S at 10-15 mph with gusts up to 20 mph possible. There is a 40% chance of showers and storms from late morning to early afternoon.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy with a low near 69° and S-SE winds at 10-15 mph. There is a 40% chance of storm overnight.
Friday: Partly sunny skies with a high temperature near 88°. Winds will be S near 5-10 mph. There is a 30% chance of showers and storms in the afternoon.
Friday Night: Partly cloudy with a low near 71°. Winds will be S-SE at 5-10 mph.
Saturday: A 30% chance of precipitation with mostly cloudy skies and a high temperature near 87°. Winds will be S at 5-10 mph.
Saturday Night: 70° with mostly cloudy skies, and SE winds at 5-10 mph.
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Wednesday shows suspicious activity in the 1600 block of 281S at 10:55am. The afternoon shows a theft reported in the 800 block of N. Ridge at 12:53pm. There was a reported fraud in the 200 block of W. Ave E. at 1:32pm. A criminal trespass was reported in the 1300 block of McLean St. at 2:35pm. A theft was reported in the 1400 block of S. Chestnut at 4:50pm. A possession of drug paraphernalia was reported in the 700 block of S. Key at 8:21pm, then another theft was reported in the 1700 block of CTE at 8:35pm, and another theft reported in the 700 block of S. Key at 9:07pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Wednesday shows Lometa with an accident. Kempner had calls concerning civil matters, a report of criminal mischief, animal issues, reports of suspicious activity, medical calls, a shots fired call and a reported harassment. Out in the county there was a report of suspicious activity, and animal issues. Deputies went into Cove for a reported disturbance and an accident.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of 4 men for possession of a controlled substance PG 2 1-4 grams. The men were: Travis Carrow, 17, of Lometa; Stephen Mask, 20, of Kempner; Steven Neal, 20, of Kempner and Kenneth Pearce, 20, of Lampasas.
Lampasas Radio received the following press release from the Lampasas County Sheriff Dept. on 5/20/20.:
“On 5/12/20 at approximately 1:32am, the Lampasas County Sheriff’s Office received a telephone call from McLane Children’s Hospital in Temple, Texas reporting that a three month old female child was currently in the emergency room with numerous skull fractures. The child was reported to have been residing at a residence on PR 3376F in Lampasas County. Deputies and Investigators with the LCSO responded to the residence as well as the hospital in Temple, Texas.
A subsequent investigation established probable cause to believe that the biological parents were culpable in the injuries sustained by the infant.
On 5/19/20 arrest warrants were obtained and served on Keilyla Taijeron, 20, and Lucio Cuellar for the offense of injury to a child with serious bodily injury (2nd degree felony). Arraignment of both subjects was completed and a bond of $100,000 set for each person.
As of 5/20/20 both subjects remain in custody at the Lampasas County Jail.
The victim is expected to recover from her injuries. “
The Burn Ban has been lifted indefinitely.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Wednesday shows Lometa with an accident. Kempner had calls concerning civil matters, a report of criminal mischief, animal issues, reports of suspicious activity, medical calls, a shots fired call and a reported harassment. Out in the county there was a report of suspicious activity, and animal issues. Deputies went into Cove for a reported disturbance and an accident.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of 4 men for possession of a controlled substance PG 2 1-4 grams. The men were: Travis Carrow, 17, of Lometa; Stephen Mask, 20, of Kempner; Steven Neal, 20, of Kempner and Kenneth Pearce, 20, of Lampasas.
Lampasas Radio received the following press release from the Lampasas County Sheriff Dept. on 5/20/20.:
“On 5/12/20 at approximately 1:32am, the Lampasas County Sheriff’s Office received a telephone call from McLane Children’s Hospital in Temple, Texas reporting that a three month old female child was currently in the emergency room with numerous skull fractures. The child was reported to have been residing at a residence on PR 3376F in Lampasas County. Deputies and Investigators with the LCSO responded to the residence as well as the hospital in Temple, Texas.
A subsequent investigation established probable cause to believe that the biological parents were culpable in the injuries sustained by the infant.
On 5/19/20 arrest warrants were obtained and served on Keilyla Taijeron, 20, and Lucio Cuellar for the offense of injury to a child with serious bodily injury (2nd degree felony). Arraignment of both subjects was completed and a bond of $100,000 set for each person.
As of 5/20/20 both subjects remain in custody at the Lampasas County Jail.
The victim is expected to recover from her injuries. “
The Burn Ban has been lifted indefinitely.
Lampasas ISD Update
From Chane Rascoe:
“We appreciate your understanding and support as we work through very complicated issues caused by the Coronavirus ordeal. We will not soon forget the 2019-2020 school year. The graduation ceremony last night was amazing, and we thank our high school staff, parents, and community for the love and support shown to our kids during this very difficult time.
The 2020-2021 school year will be another challenge, and we have started outlining plans now for the coming year. Proactively, we have adjusted next year’s calendar to start school a little earlier to address the drastic need of our children getting behind due to what we faced in the spring. We apologize for any inconveniences this may cause to your summer plans, but we need our kids back in school as quickly as possible.
We plan to continue to offer the feeding program through the summer in the same format as these past few months. This program has been an overwhelming success, and we thank our cafeteria staff for their hard work. They have truly done an amazing job!
We plan to offer summer school for students needing additional remediation and will continue in the digital format until additional safety guidelines are outlined for meeting in person.
It is our full intent to start school with kids on August 10, 2020, and we are putting steps in place to ensure our students, staff, and community will all be safe.
In stressful times like these, you will find that it will be very easy to get frustrated with decisions and changes made, but please understand that the health and safety of our kids and community is and will always be our highest priority. We ask that you continue to work with us as we strive to provide for the needs of our kids while keeping them safe.
Thanks, and God bless Lampasas ISD and our community.
Lampasas Radio reached out to Lampasas ISD. The guidelines for COVID-19 when school resumes in the fall have not been finalized at this time. We will update you when more information is available.
“We appreciate your understanding and support as we work through very complicated issues caused by the Coronavirus ordeal. We will not soon forget the 2019-2020 school year. The graduation ceremony last night was amazing, and we thank our high school staff, parents, and community for the love and support shown to our kids during this very difficult time.
The 2020-2021 school year will be another challenge, and we have started outlining plans now for the coming year. Proactively, we have adjusted next year’s calendar to start school a little earlier to address the drastic need of our children getting behind due to what we faced in the spring. We apologize for any inconveniences this may cause to your summer plans, but we need our kids back in school as quickly as possible.
We plan to continue to offer the feeding program through the summer in the same format as these past few months. This program has been an overwhelming success, and we thank our cafeteria staff for their hard work. They have truly done an amazing job!
We plan to offer summer school for students needing additional remediation and will continue in the digital format until additional safety guidelines are outlined for meeting in person.
It is our full intent to start school with kids on August 10, 2020, and we are putting steps in place to ensure our students, staff, and community will all be safe.
In stressful times like these, you will find that it will be very easy to get frustrated with decisions and changes made, but please understand that the health and safety of our kids and community is and will always be our highest priority. We ask that you continue to work with us as we strive to provide for the needs of our kids while keeping them safe.
Thanks, and God bless Lampasas ISD and our community.
Lampasas Radio reached out to Lampasas ISD. The guidelines for COVID-19 when school resumes in the fall have not been finalized at this time. We will update you when more information is available.
UT plans for Fall Semester
University of Texas at Austin students will return for fall classes, but their time on campus will be cut short as they will not be allowed to return after the Thanksgiving break, according to an email sent to students from school officials Wednesday.
Reading days and final exams will happen remotely this fall to encourage students to stay home after Thanksgiving.
“We hope to avoid the possibility of students becoming infected during the Thanksgiving break and then spreading the virus to classmates upon their return,” read the email, which was signed by President Gregory Fenves and Jay Hartzell, interim president designate.
When the campus opens in the fall, the school will have its own coronavirus testing material. The university anticipates needing to conduct more than 500 tests a day, according to the email.
The announcement signals the beginning of concrete plans being laid out for UT students who are still wondering what the fall semester will bring during the pandemic. UT System Chancellor J.B. Milliken previously told The Texas Tribune last month that that “most people are now convinced that the question isn’t whether or not [the university will] open in the fall, it’s how we will open in the fall.”
Classes will begin as scheduled Aug. 26. The university is still figuring out how the adjusted schedule will affect course syllabi, dorms and campus events that are normally held after Thanksgiving.
University employees on campus during the summer are required to wear face masks, but the email didn't indicate whether students will have to wear masks in the fall.
University of Texas at Austin students will return for fall classes, but their time on campus will be cut short as they will not be allowed to return after the Thanksgiving break, according to an email sent to students from school officials Wednesday.
Reading days and final exams will happen remotely this fall to encourage students to stay home after Thanksgiving.
“We hope to avoid the possibility of students becoming infected during the Thanksgiving break and then spreading the virus to classmates upon their return,” read the email, which was signed by President Gregory Fenves and Jay Hartzell, interim president designate.
When the campus opens in the fall, the school will have its own coronavirus testing material. The university anticipates needing to conduct more than 500 tests a day, according to the email.
The announcement signals the beginning of concrete plans being laid out for UT students who are still wondering what the fall semester will bring during the pandemic. UT System Chancellor J.B. Milliken previously told The Texas Tribune last month that that “most people are now convinced that the question isn’t whether or not [the university will] open in the fall, it’s how we will open in the fall.”
Classes will begin as scheduled Aug. 26. The university is still figuring out how the adjusted schedule will affect course syllabi, dorms and campus events that are normally held after Thanksgiving.
University employees on campus during the summer are required to wear face masks, but the email didn't indicate whether students will have to wear masks in the fall.
cattle market report
Lampasas Cattle Auction’s weekly sale took place Wednesday and 729 head were on hand, up from the 469 head of the last sale a week ago, and up from the 366 head a year ago at this time.
Feeder steers and heifers were steady to $3 lower. Slaughter cows were $2-$4 higher and slaughter bulls were steady.
Feeder Steers Feeder Heifers
200-300lbs No Test 200-300lbs No Test 300-400lbs $1.39-$1.52/lb 300-400lbs $1.22-$1.48/lb 400-500lbs $1.18-$1.47/lb 400-500lbs $1.16-$1.40/lb 500-600lbs $1.17-$1.42/lb 500-600lbs $1.11-$1.26/lb 600-700lbs $1.13-$1.34/lb 600-700lbs $0.99-$1.11/lb 700-800lbs $1.00-$1.17/lb 700-800lbs $0.99-$1.04/lb
Slaughter Cows Slaughter Bulls
Under 800lb $.25-$.55/lb 1000-1300lbs $.60-$.81/lb 800-1100lb $.53-$.65/lb 1300-2100lbs $.85-$1.01/lb 1100-1300lb $.62-$.71/lb Replacements No Test Bred Replacement Cows
Baby Tooth to 5yr old-$750-$1050/hd Solid Mouth- $650-$900/hd
Cow/Calf Pairs
Young to Middle Age w/baby-300 lb. Calf- $1300-$1900
Aged Cows w/baby-300 lb Calf-$1000-$1300
Feeder steers and heifers were steady to $3 lower. Slaughter cows were $2-$4 higher and slaughter bulls were steady.
Feeder Steers Feeder Heifers
200-300lbs No Test 200-300lbs No Test 300-400lbs $1.39-$1.52/lb 300-400lbs $1.22-$1.48/lb 400-500lbs $1.18-$1.47/lb 400-500lbs $1.16-$1.40/lb 500-600lbs $1.17-$1.42/lb 500-600lbs $1.11-$1.26/lb 600-700lbs $1.13-$1.34/lb 600-700lbs $0.99-$1.11/lb 700-800lbs $1.00-$1.17/lb 700-800lbs $0.99-$1.04/lb
Slaughter Cows Slaughter Bulls
Under 800lb $.25-$.55/lb 1000-1300lbs $.60-$.81/lb 800-1100lb $.53-$.65/lb 1300-2100lbs $.85-$1.01/lb 1100-1300lb $.62-$.71/lb Replacements No Test Bred Replacement Cows
Baby Tooth to 5yr old-$750-$1050/hd Solid Mouth- $650-$900/hd
Cow/Calf Pairs
Young to Middle Age w/baby-300 lb. Calf- $1300-$1900
Aged Cows w/baby-300 lb Calf-$1000-$1300
funeral/death notice
Merle Baldree of Palestine, Texas passed away May 17th in Palestine. She was 80 years old. Merle is survived by 3 children; Mary Baldree and Sally Miera of Lampasas, and George Baldree of Palestine. She will be missed by those who loved and cherished her
wednesday may 21, 2020
the weather
The High yesterday 96° The Low this morning 70°
The forecasters say look for a hot, humid, soupy day today. Most locations will exceed the 90° mark. The conditions responsible for the heat yesterday will create a wet spring like pattern beginning as early as tonight.
Today: Sunny with a high near 94° this afternoon. Winds will be S-SE at around 5-10 mph.
Tonight: Increasing clouds with a low near 69° and a SE wind at 5-10 mph shifting SW late in the night.
Thursday: Cloudy with gradual clearing and a high near 91°. The wind will be S at 5-10 mph. There is a 20% chance of showers and storms.
Thursday Night: Mostly cloudy and a low around 71º in the overnight. The SE wind should be 5-10 mph.
Friday: Showers are a possibility with a 20% chance of precipitation. Otherwise it will be partly sunny and up to 89° with a S wind at 5-10 mph.
Friday Night: A 20% chance of showers and storms. Mostly cloudy and a low temperature near 71º. Winds will be S at 5-10 mph
The forecasters say look for a hot, humid, soupy day today. Most locations will exceed the 90° mark. The conditions responsible for the heat yesterday will create a wet spring like pattern beginning as early as tonight.
Today: Sunny with a high near 94° this afternoon. Winds will be S-SE at around 5-10 mph.
Tonight: Increasing clouds with a low near 69° and a SE wind at 5-10 mph shifting SW late in the night.
Thursday: Cloudy with gradual clearing and a high near 91°. The wind will be S at 5-10 mph. There is a 20% chance of showers and storms.
Thursday Night: Mostly cloudy and a low around 71º in the overnight. The SE wind should be 5-10 mph.
Friday: Showers are a possibility with a 20% chance of precipitation. Otherwise it will be partly sunny and up to 89° with a S wind at 5-10 mph.
Friday Night: A 20% chance of showers and storms. Mostly cloudy and a low temperature near 71º. Winds will be S at 5-10 mph
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Tuesday shows a major accident in the 700 block of E. Ave J at 6:48am, with one person injured. An unauthorized use of a motor vehicle was reported in the 300 block of E. 4th St. at 10:32am. There was a reported fraud in the100 block of S. Key at 11:05am. A minor accident took place in the 2700 block of 281S at 1:05pm with no injuries. Another fraud was reported in the 300 block of E. 4th St. at 2:43pm, and a shots fired report came in at 2:52pm from the 700 block of Casbeer St. Suspicious activity was reported in the 700 block of S. Key Ave at 4:50pm, and a disorderly conduct report came in from the 100 block of S. Chestnut at 5:56pm. A burglary of a coin operated device report came in from the 200 block of N. Key at 8:15. Suspicious activity was reported in the 400 block of CTE at 8:35pm, a suspicious person was reported in the 1700 block of CTE at 9:12pm, and a suspicious vehicle was reported in the 600 block of S. Western St. at 11:07pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Tuesday shows Lometa with a reported runaway. Kempner had reports of suspicious activity, animal issues, a civil matter, a reported harassment, a reported theft, an assault, and reported threats. Out in the county there were reports of suspicious activity, a reported fraud, animal issues, an accident, and a reported disturbance. Deputies went into Cove on alarm calls.
The Jail Log shows the arrests of Lucio Cuellar, and Keilyla Taijeron, both 20 years old for injury to a child/elderly/disabled person w/ bodily injury. A 33 year old Lampasas woman was arrested for possession of marijuana less than 2 oz., and a 42 year old Goldthwaite man was arrested on a bench warrant.
The Burn Ban has been lifted indefinitely but it is getting drier and caution in outdoor burning is important.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Tuesday shows Lometa with a reported runaway. Kempner had reports of suspicious activity, animal issues, a civil matter, a reported harassment, a reported theft, an assault, and reported threats. Out in the county there were reports of suspicious activity, a reported fraud, animal issues, an accident, and a reported disturbance. Deputies went into Cove on alarm calls.
The Jail Log shows the arrests of Lucio Cuellar, and Keilyla Taijeron, both 20 years old for injury to a child/elderly/disabled person w/ bodily injury. A 33 year old Lampasas woman was arrested for possession of marijuana less than 2 oz., and a 42 year old Goldthwaite man was arrested on a bench warrant.
The Burn Ban has been lifted indefinitely but it is getting drier and caution in outdoor burning is important.
City Manager’s Visit
Lampasas City Manager Finley deGraffenried was in our radio studio this morning for his weekly information session. Lampasas Radio’s Ronnie Witcher questioned him about a recent City Council meeting where his periodic review was to be done by the Council.
The performance review is always carried out in a closed executive session and it was listed as such in the agenda. After the session, it was announced that no action had been taken and the Council took no vote of any kind when they came back into open session.
The City Manager later revealed that he had been granted a $10,000 per year pay raise, bringing his annual salary up to $140,000. Witcher’s questions on the issue did not center on whether the pay raise was justified or not – deGraffenried’s service to the City is generally well appreciated by the public. The questions were on whether the pay raise was timely, with the economy facing tough times ahead, and more importantly, whether the Council was proper in agreeing to raise his salary in a closed session without even a mention of the move when they went back into open session.
Mr. deGraffenried said that the pay raise was something he didn’t expect to be coming out of the review, and that he expected that they would review whether the proper procedures were carried out. It was also noted that his prior $130,000 salary had not been increased since 2015.
In other matters, deGraffenried said the Covid-19 testing had not shown any new cases in Lampasas for the last several days, still sitting at 8, and that the reopening of certain businesses hasn’t created any problems so far. He also noted that, in the next meeting of the Council on Tuesday, May 26th, they would likely be taking up the issue of regulating large trucks parking in residential areas. To listen to interview click play below
The performance review is always carried out in a closed executive session and it was listed as such in the agenda. After the session, it was announced that no action had been taken and the Council took no vote of any kind when they came back into open session.
The City Manager later revealed that he had been granted a $10,000 per year pay raise, bringing his annual salary up to $140,000. Witcher’s questions on the issue did not center on whether the pay raise was justified or not – deGraffenried’s service to the City is generally well appreciated by the public. The questions were on whether the pay raise was timely, with the economy facing tough times ahead, and more importantly, whether the Council was proper in agreeing to raise his salary in a closed session without even a mention of the move when they went back into open session.
Mr. deGraffenried said that the pay raise was something he didn’t expect to be coming out of the review, and that he expected that they would review whether the proper procedures were carried out. It was also noted that his prior $130,000 salary had not been increased since 2015.
In other matters, deGraffenried said the Covid-19 testing had not shown any new cases in Lampasas for the last several days, still sitting at 8, and that the reopening of certain businesses hasn’t created any problems so far. He also noted that, in the next meeting of the Council on Tuesday, May 26th, they would likely be taking up the issue of regulating large trucks parking in residential areas. To listen to interview click play below
Lampasas High School Graduation
Mr. McQueen, Principal of Lampasas High School posted the following on Social Media: “Thank you to the 1st group of seniors who walked tonight. It went so smoothly that we are allowing the 8:50pm scheduled seniors to come at 7:50pm if you like. This will be for the next three nights.
Any questions should be directed to the high school at 512-564-2310
Any questions should be directed to the high school at 512-564-2310
It’s Sale Day at Lampasas Cattle Auction!
Andy Baumeister and company’s cattle sale at Lampasas’ auction barn at the intersection of Hwy 281/190/183 will start at 12:30pm today.
funeral/death notices
Jesus A. (Jesse) Subia, 75 of Lampasas, Texas died Monday May 18, 2020 at Lampasas Nursing and Rehabilitation.
He was born April 9, 1945 in Fort Stockton, Texas to parents Manuel Subia and Juanita (Acosta) Subia. After high school graduation he attended Howard Payne University, where he obtained his undergraduate degree. He later earned his Master’s degree at American Technological University in Killeen. Jesse had a career as a substance abuse counselor. He married Sharon Goodlick in 1967 and been a resident of the central Texas area since 1969. He was a member of 1st Baptist Church in Copperas Cove, where he taught Sunday School and served as a deacon for many years. He enjoyed talking to people, playing his guitar and tinkering in his woodworking shop.
He is survived by his wife; Sharon Subia. Daughter; Shanda Subia.
Jesse was preceded in death by his parents, by brother, and one sister.
Jesse’s body will be cremated and no formal service is planned.
Please send memorials to Lampasas Public Library.
Sneed Funeral Chapel in charge of arrangements.
Richard Hopson Pinckney lost a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease May 17, 2020. He was born February 29, 1936 in Austin, Texas the son of Thomas Dudley and Dorothy (Crawford) Pinckney.
A 1955 graduate of Austin High, his dream was to become a State Game Warden. With the encouragement of Capt. Sprott, Richard was s elected to attend the training academy for the Game & Fish Commission (now called Texas Parks & Wildlife Department) at Texas A&M University. After a first assignment on the lakes in Llano County, he was transferred to Lampasas County which had become vacant. After moving to Lampasas County, Richard met and married Sharon Casbeer, his soul mate of 57 years. Initially, he worked both Lampasas and Mills Counties. This made life interesting when he would be in one end of Lampasas County and get a call to some place near the end of Mills County. This also made life interesting for his family who at that time were expected to dispatch calls from a base station in the home at all hours of the day and night. Richard was a dedicated law enforcement officer and was recognized as Game Warden of the Years by the Parks & Wildlife Department. He also received the Shikar Safari Award as outstanding officer for Conservation officers in the Southwest Division, which was presented in St. Louis, MO. Richard was also a charter member of the Texas Game Warden Association. He retired after 35 years of service in September 1993 and for some time raised thoroughbred race horses.
Richard loved to joke with his friends and could give as much ribbing as he took, which sometimes was a lot. It goes without saying that he loved his family and adored his grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife, and two sons, Richard Lane Pinckney (Martha) of Ballinger
Timothy Lamar Pinckney (DeAnna) of Mansfield, grandchildren; Hannah Hoelscher (Devon) of San Angelo, and Jase Pinckney and Reed Pinckney of Mansfield. Sister; Dixie Kay Braziel (John) of Austin, sister-in-law; Jane Pickett of Goldthwaite, cousins, nieces, nephews and many friends. He will also be greatly missed by his miniature schnauzer, Heidi, whom he dearly loved.
Graveside funeral service is Friday May 22, 2020 at 10 am at Oak Hill Cemetery in Lampasas.
Memorials may be sent to First United Methodist Church
2 Alexander Drive
Lampasas, Texas 76550
He was born April 9, 1945 in Fort Stockton, Texas to parents Manuel Subia and Juanita (Acosta) Subia. After high school graduation he attended Howard Payne University, where he obtained his undergraduate degree. He later earned his Master’s degree at American Technological University in Killeen. Jesse had a career as a substance abuse counselor. He married Sharon Goodlick in 1967 and been a resident of the central Texas area since 1969. He was a member of 1st Baptist Church in Copperas Cove, where he taught Sunday School and served as a deacon for many years. He enjoyed talking to people, playing his guitar and tinkering in his woodworking shop.
He is survived by his wife; Sharon Subia. Daughter; Shanda Subia.
Jesse was preceded in death by his parents, by brother, and one sister.
Jesse’s body will be cremated and no formal service is planned.
Please send memorials to Lampasas Public Library.
Sneed Funeral Chapel in charge of arrangements.
Richard Hopson Pinckney lost a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease May 17, 2020. He was born February 29, 1936 in Austin, Texas the son of Thomas Dudley and Dorothy (Crawford) Pinckney.
A 1955 graduate of Austin High, his dream was to become a State Game Warden. With the encouragement of Capt. Sprott, Richard was s elected to attend the training academy for the Game & Fish Commission (now called Texas Parks & Wildlife Department) at Texas A&M University. After a first assignment on the lakes in Llano County, he was transferred to Lampasas County which had become vacant. After moving to Lampasas County, Richard met and married Sharon Casbeer, his soul mate of 57 years. Initially, he worked both Lampasas and Mills Counties. This made life interesting when he would be in one end of Lampasas County and get a call to some place near the end of Mills County. This also made life interesting for his family who at that time were expected to dispatch calls from a base station in the home at all hours of the day and night. Richard was a dedicated law enforcement officer and was recognized as Game Warden of the Years by the Parks & Wildlife Department. He also received the Shikar Safari Award as outstanding officer for Conservation officers in the Southwest Division, which was presented in St. Louis, MO. Richard was also a charter member of the Texas Game Warden Association. He retired after 35 years of service in September 1993 and for some time raised thoroughbred race horses.
Richard loved to joke with his friends and could give as much ribbing as he took, which sometimes was a lot. It goes without saying that he loved his family and adored his grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife, and two sons, Richard Lane Pinckney (Martha) of Ballinger
Timothy Lamar Pinckney (DeAnna) of Mansfield, grandchildren; Hannah Hoelscher (Devon) of San Angelo, and Jase Pinckney and Reed Pinckney of Mansfield. Sister; Dixie Kay Braziel (John) of Austin, sister-in-law; Jane Pickett of Goldthwaite, cousins, nieces, nephews and many friends. He will also be greatly missed by his miniature schnauzer, Heidi, whom he dearly loved.
Graveside funeral service is Friday May 22, 2020 at 10 am at Oak Hill Cemetery in Lampasas.
Memorials may be sent to First United Methodist Church
2 Alexander Drive
Lampasas, Texas 76550
tuesday may 19, 2020
the weather
The High yesterday 91° The Low this morning 68°
The forecasters say daytime temperatures should be close to normal for the next few days, with muggy nights and lows from the mid-60’s to the mid 70’s.
Today: Sunny with a high temperature near 97°. Winds will be SW at 5-10 mph.
Tonight: Mostly clear and a low around 70º.
Wednesday: Mostly sunny with a high near 97º, and light breezes from the SE in the afternoon.
Wednesday Night: Increasing clouds with a low around 68º and a S-SE wind at 5-10 mph.
Thursday: Mostly cloudy with a high near 89° and a 20% chance of precipitation in the afternoon. Light breezes will become S at 5-10 mph in the morning.
Thursday Night: Mostly cloudy and about 72 for the low, with S-SE wind at 5-10 mph. There is a 20% chance of showers and storms
The forecasters say daytime temperatures should be close to normal for the next few days, with muggy nights and lows from the mid-60’s to the mid 70’s.
Today: Sunny with a high temperature near 97°. Winds will be SW at 5-10 mph.
Tonight: Mostly clear and a low around 70º.
Wednesday: Mostly sunny with a high near 97º, and light breezes from the SE in the afternoon.
Wednesday Night: Increasing clouds with a low around 68º and a S-SE wind at 5-10 mph.
Thursday: Mostly cloudy with a high near 89° and a 20% chance of precipitation in the afternoon. Light breezes will become S at 5-10 mph in the morning.
Thursday Night: Mostly cloudy and about 72 for the low, with S-SE wind at 5-10 mph. There is a 20% chance of showers and storms
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Monday shows a fireworks report in the 1100 block of Limestone Dr. at 12:43am. The afternoon shows a public intoxication report in the 700 block of S. Key at 12:39pm which resulted in the arrest of 54 year old Julian Bando of Lometa at the same location for public intoxication. A suspicious person was reported in the 100 block of EE Ohnmeiss Dr. at 3:38pm. A disturbance was reported in the 1600 block of E. Ave H at 4:55pm. Three harassments were then reported, one in the 1100 block of 281N at 5:01pm, one in the 600 block of N. Key at 5:08pm, and one in the 1700 block of CTE at 7:26pm.
Lampasas County Sheriff’s Blotter for Monday shows Kempner with an alarm call, a reported fraud, animal issues, a welfare check, civil matters, a reported disturbance, and a medical call. Out in the county there was a noise complaint, medical calls, animal issues, civil matters, mental health checks, a report of suspicious activity, an accident and a reported disturbance. Deputies went into Cove for medical calls.
The Burn Ban has been lifted indefinitely
Lampasas County Sheriff’s Blotter for Monday shows Kempner with an alarm call, a reported fraud, animal issues, a welfare check, civil matters, a reported disturbance, and a medical call. Out in the county there was a noise complaint, medical calls, animal issues, civil matters, mental health checks, a report of suspicious activity, an accident and a reported disturbance. Deputies went into Cove for medical calls.
The Burn Ban has been lifted indefinitely
Local Attorney on A & E Tonight
“On May 19 at 9pm, watch the hour-long A&E special as local attorney Austin Shell, of Shell & Shell, defends his client against allegations of Manslaughter and
Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon. The special pulls back the curtain during the week long jury trial, showing the turmoil and drama of a man fighting for his freedom, and the stunning resolution as the Llano County jury delivers its verdict. The name of the series is “Accused; guilty or Innocent” . The name of the episode is “ Deadly Driver or Tragic Accident”. The episode airs May 19 at 9pm on A&E.
Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon. The special pulls back the curtain during the week long jury trial, showing the turmoil and drama of a man fighting for his freedom, and the stunning resolution as the Llano County jury delivers its verdict. The name of the series is “Accused; guilty or Innocent” . The name of the episode is “ Deadly Driver or Tragic Accident”. The episode airs May 19 at 9pm on A&E.
Lampasas Boys and Girls Club Update
ATTENTION PARENTS:
Yesterday’s announcement by Gov. Abbott was in reference to Clubs that were not already open. Unfortunately, this does not change anything that we here in Lampasas are currently doing. Currently we can only allow 10 people in a room. That means we must maintain our current 8:1 ratio (to account for staffing).
Thank you for bearing with us, we miss our members and hope to see you all again soon!
Yesterday’s announcement by Gov. Abbott was in reference to Clubs that were not already open. Unfortunately, this does not change anything that we here in Lampasas are currently doing. Currently we can only allow 10 people in a room. That means we must maintain our current 8:1 ratio (to account for staffing).
Thank you for bearing with us, we miss our members and hope to see you all again soon!
Lampasas Fire Chief Visits Lampasas Radio Studios
Lampasas Fire Chief Jeff Smith (also the City of Lampasas Emergency Management
Coordinator) visited the Lampasas Studios this morning to bring our listeners up to date on the testing of Nursing Home Patients in our community for COVID 19.
The local fire departments are working under the Texas Department of Emergency Management, and the Texas Commission on Fire Protection. The
State felt that the local fire departments were the best option to get this done at a local level. Right now the fire department has submitted a request for resources, and is waiting on the state to provide more information, as well as supplies to get this completed.
When asked what the delay was, he said the shortage of tests at the beginning of the pandemic was one of the main reasons, but that is not an issue any longer.
Right now it looks like the Texas National Guard will be conducting the test on the patients and the staff at all nursing homes in the state.
Also, Chief Smith advised our listeners that while PPE is more readily available, the shortage now is gowns for the front line workers.
Coordinator) visited the Lampasas Studios this morning to bring our listeners up to date on the testing of Nursing Home Patients in our community for COVID 19.
The local fire departments are working under the Texas Department of Emergency Management, and the Texas Commission on Fire Protection. The
State felt that the local fire departments were the best option to get this done at a local level. Right now the fire department has submitted a request for resources, and is waiting on the state to provide more information, as well as supplies to get this completed.
When asked what the delay was, he said the shortage of tests at the beginning of the pandemic was one of the main reasons, but that is not an issue any longer.
Right now it looks like the Texas National Guard will be conducting the test on the patients and the staff at all nursing homes in the state.
Also, Chief Smith advised our listeners that while PPE is more readily available, the shortage now is gowns for the front line workers.
Summer School Plans for Lampasas ISD
Lampasas Radio received the following information from Dr. Kevin Bott at Lampasas ISD.
Lampasas ISD is planning to provide a virtual summer school this summer from June 1st - June 19th. Students who are recommended for extra support will have the opportunity to participate. We are providing online and paper options for these students (similar to our current COVID-19 school year format), and we will have summer school teachers in place to help support and remediate virtually during that time (approx. 8-12 students per teacher).
We are also in the process of collaborating with TEA to provide additional, free summer resources for students and parents upon request. These resources are completely optional. They are designed to engage students in meaningful content and mitigate student gaps in learning, as well as offer daily activities aligned with our Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills. If parents would like to order these support materials (at no cost to our families), they can fill out a request form on our main LISD webpage under the link "COVID-19 Resources."
Lampasas ISD is planning to provide a virtual summer school this summer from June 1st - June 19th. Students who are recommended for extra support will have the opportunity to participate. We are providing online and paper options for these students (similar to our current COVID-19 school year format), and we will have summer school teachers in place to help support and remediate virtually during that time (approx. 8-12 students per teacher).
We are also in the process of collaborating with TEA to provide additional, free summer resources for students and parents upon request. These resources are completely optional. They are designed to engage students in meaningful content and mitigate student gaps in learning, as well as offer daily activities aligned with our Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills. If parents would like to order these support materials (at no cost to our families), they can fill out a request form on our main LISD webpage under the link "COVID-19 Resources."
LCRA, Hamilton County Electric Co-op Award $20,240 Grant To Adamsville Volunteer Fire Dept
LAMPASAS COUNTY, Texas – A $20,240 grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority and Hamilton County Electric Cooperative will help the Adamsville Volunteer Fire Department purchase new rescue tools to help firefighters responding to car crashes and rural house fires.
This grant, combined with $5,200 in matching funds from the department, will assist the volunteer fire department in upgrading its current hydraulic extractor to a cordless version to help firefighters assist victims in hard-to-reach areas.
“We’re in a very remote area,’’ said Sharon Watson, VFD treasurer. “A lot of these ditches where the accidents are occurring can’t be easily reached. We’re the only fire department in our county that’s not in a city, so if a vehicle is on fire, it could be the difference between life and death. It takes the Lampasas Fire Department about 30 minutes to get out there.”
In addition to the cordless extractor, the department will purchase a cordless ram and exhaust fan to clear out smoke during house fires, when firefighter visibility is impaired. Having tools like these readily available is essential to the department as the community continues to grow, Watson said.
“Our community should know their department has the right equipment to help them,” Watson said.
The Adamsville department, one of four fire departments in Lampasas County, serves a growing rural population.
The community grant is one of 28 grants awarded recently through LCRA’s Community Development Partnership Program, which provides economic development and community assistance grants to cities, counties, volunteer fire departments, regional development councils and other nonprofit organizations in LCRA’s wholesale electric and water service areas. The program is part of LCRA’s effort to give back to the communities it serves. Hamilton County Electric Cooperative is one of LCRA’s wholesale electric customers and a partner in the grant program.
This grant, combined with $5,200 in matching funds from the department, will assist the volunteer fire department in upgrading its current hydraulic extractor to a cordless version to help firefighters assist victims in hard-to-reach areas.
“We’re in a very remote area,’’ said Sharon Watson, VFD treasurer. “A lot of these ditches where the accidents are occurring can’t be easily reached. We’re the only fire department in our county that’s not in a city, so if a vehicle is on fire, it could be the difference between life and death. It takes the Lampasas Fire Department about 30 minutes to get out there.”
In addition to the cordless extractor, the department will purchase a cordless ram and exhaust fan to clear out smoke during house fires, when firefighter visibility is impaired. Having tools like these readily available is essential to the department as the community continues to grow, Watson said.
“Our community should know their department has the right equipment to help them,” Watson said.
The Adamsville department, one of four fire departments in Lampasas County, serves a growing rural population.
The community grant is one of 28 grants awarded recently through LCRA’s Community Development Partnership Program, which provides economic development and community assistance grants to cities, counties, volunteer fire departments, regional development councils and other nonprofit organizations in LCRA’s wholesale electric and water service areas. The program is part of LCRA’s effort to give back to the communities it serves. Hamilton County Electric Cooperative is one of LCRA’s wholesale electric customers and a partner in the grant program.
Monday May 18, 2020
the weather
Today: sunny with a high near 92°. Wind will be S at 5-10 mph.
Tonight: Mostly clear overnight with a low near 69°. The winds will be S at 5-10 mph.
Tuesday: Sunny skies with a high temperature near 98°. Winds will be S-SW at 5-10 mph,
Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy with a low temperature near 71°. Winds will be S near 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Wednesday: Sunny with a high near 94° and light south breezes becoming S-SE later in the day. S wind at 5-15 mph.
Wednesday Night: Partly cloudy skies with a low near 72°. Winds will be SE at 10-20 mph
Tonight: Mostly clear overnight with a low near 69°. The winds will be S at 5-10 mph.
Tuesday: Sunny skies with a high temperature near 98°. Winds will be S-SW at 5-10 mph,
Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy with a low temperature near 71°. Winds will be S near 5 mph becoming calm in the evening.
Wednesday: Sunny with a high near 94° and light south breezes becoming S-SE later in the day. S wind at 5-15 mph.
Wednesday Night: Partly cloudy skies with a low near 72°. Winds will be SE at 10-20 mph
the Blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Saturday shows the arrests of Nathan Bowers, 19, of Kempner in the 1500 block of S. Chestnut St. for DWI/Minor at 3:53am. There was one minor accident reported in the 600 block of S. Main at 10:42am. A criminal trespass was reported in the 1000 block of S. Key at5 10:45am. The evening shows a suspicious person in the 200 block of E. 6th St. at 7:41pm. A domestic disturbance was reported in the 1200 block of CTE at 11:33pm, and a suspicious vehicle was in WM Brook park at 11:34pm.
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Sunday shows suspicious activity reported in the 2200 block of 281S at 12:09am, then a theft was reported in the 800 block of N. Key Ave at 12:33am. Later in the morning, a theft was reported on Alexander Lane at 9:11am. A disturbance was reported in the 900 block of W. 5th St. at 4:39pm. Later in the evening there was a noise complain in the 300 block of E. North Ave. at 11:02pm, and a report of fireworks in the 2300 block of 580W at 11:12pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for the weekend shows Lometa with a report of suspicious activity, an alarm call, a noise complaint, a report of shots fired, and an intoxication report. Kempner responded to animal problems, a mental health call, a welfare check, medical calls, a shots fired call, a reported trespassing, noise complaints, alarm calls, a criminal mischief complaint, civil matters and a reported disturbance. Out in the county there were reports of suspicious activity, animal issues, medical calls, civil matters, welfare checks, noise complaints, a reported trespassing, and a structure fire.
Deputies went into Cove on an alarm call, a medical call, a reported theft and a reported and a reported disturbance.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of 35 year old Joshua Oliver of Carlsbad, NM for unlawful possession of a firearm/felon. As reported in the Radiogram Saturday, Roland Balderas Vasquez remains in custody in the Lampasas County Jail for violating a protective order, two bond revocations and a bond surrender on a protective order.
The Lampasas Fire Dept. responded to the fire at Bob’s Storage Units on 190 yesterday. Fire Marshall Ronnie Withers said the fire was still under investigation and multiple units were damaged.
The Burn Ban has been lifted indefinitely
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Sunday shows suspicious activity reported in the 2200 block of 281S at 12:09am, then a theft was reported in the 800 block of N. Key Ave at 12:33am. Later in the morning, a theft was reported on Alexander Lane at 9:11am. A disturbance was reported in the 900 block of W. 5th St. at 4:39pm. Later in the evening there was a noise complain in the 300 block of E. North Ave. at 11:02pm, and a report of fireworks in the 2300 block of 580W at 11:12pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for the weekend shows Lometa with a report of suspicious activity, an alarm call, a noise complaint, a report of shots fired, and an intoxication report. Kempner responded to animal problems, a mental health call, a welfare check, medical calls, a shots fired call, a reported trespassing, noise complaints, alarm calls, a criminal mischief complaint, civil matters and a reported disturbance. Out in the county there were reports of suspicious activity, animal issues, medical calls, civil matters, welfare checks, noise complaints, a reported trespassing, and a structure fire.
Deputies went into Cove on an alarm call, a medical call, a reported theft and a reported and a reported disturbance.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of 35 year old Joshua Oliver of Carlsbad, NM for unlawful possession of a firearm/felon. As reported in the Radiogram Saturday, Roland Balderas Vasquez remains in custody in the Lampasas County Jail for violating a protective order, two bond revocations and a bond surrender on a protective order.
The Lampasas Fire Dept. responded to the fire at Bob’s Storage Units on 190 yesterday. Fire Marshall Ronnie Withers said the fire was still under investigation and multiple units were damaged.
The Burn Ban has been lifted indefinitely
Governor Abbott to Hold Press Conference Today
Governor Greg Abbott will be holding a press conference at 2pm today.
As outlined in Abbott’s updated guidance, gyms are allowed to reopen today, with certain conditions explained on the Governor’s “Open Texas” website, starting at 25% occupancy. Those guidelines include proper social distancing and sanitizing. Customers should wear gloves while using equipment. Locker rooms and showers will not yet be allowed for reopening Monday. Manufacturers that closed under Abbott’s previous orders will be allowed to reopen Monday as well, at 25% capacity and using staggered staffing to limit interaction. State parks are set to begin honoring reservations starting Monday.
It's been more than two weeks since Abbott allowed Texas retail stores, restaurants, movie theaters, malls, museums and libraries to open at 25% capacity. Since then, the governor has also allowed hair salons and pools to reopen, and gyms were allowed to resume operations Monday. During his press conference, the governor could go further in easing restrictions.
The reopening of more businesses comes as Texas sees a steady increase in new cases. Saturday saw the highest number of positive cases in a day at 1,801. Over 700 of them were near Amarillo in the panhandle, the majority of them in meat packing plants. As of Sunday morning, Texas has 47,784 cases of COVID-19 with 1,336 related deaths.
As outlined in Abbott’s updated guidance, gyms are allowed to reopen today, with certain conditions explained on the Governor’s “Open Texas” website, starting at 25% occupancy. Those guidelines include proper social distancing and sanitizing. Customers should wear gloves while using equipment. Locker rooms and showers will not yet be allowed for reopening Monday. Manufacturers that closed under Abbott’s previous orders will be allowed to reopen Monday as well, at 25% capacity and using staggered staffing to limit interaction. State parks are set to begin honoring reservations starting Monday.
It's been more than two weeks since Abbott allowed Texas retail stores, restaurants, movie theaters, malls, museums and libraries to open at 25% capacity. Since then, the governor has also allowed hair salons and pools to reopen, and gyms were allowed to resume operations Monday. During his press conference, the governor could go further in easing restrictions.
The reopening of more businesses comes as Texas sees a steady increase in new cases. Saturday saw the highest number of positive cases in a day at 1,801. Over 700 of them were near Amarillo in the panhandle, the majority of them in meat packing plants. As of Sunday morning, Texas has 47,784 cases of COVID-19 with 1,336 related deaths.
Lometa ISD Graduation Planned
Lometa ISD has planned the Graduation Ceremony of the Class of 2020.
“Friday, May 22nd at 6pm - High School Graduation - (Drive-In) New Gym parking lot. Audiences are invited but must remain in cars. Audio will be transmitted over FM Broadcast locally. Streaming will be Facebook live only.”
Lampasas Radio reached out to Lometa ISD and they said to their knowledge it will go like this: the students will be seated in chairs near the stage, with social distancing wearing masks. When their name is called, they will remove the mask and walk the stage. At this time 4-5 guests of the graduate may come up and take pictures.
There are approximately 17 graduates in the senior class
“Friday, May 22nd at 6pm - High School Graduation - (Drive-In) New Gym parking lot. Audiences are invited but must remain in cars. Audio will be transmitted over FM Broadcast locally. Streaming will be Facebook live only.”
Lampasas Radio reached out to Lometa ISD and they said to their knowledge it will go like this: the students will be seated in chairs near the stage, with social distancing wearing masks. When their name is called, they will remove the mask and walk the stage. At this time 4-5 guests of the graduate may come up and take pictures.
There are approximately 17 graduates in the senior class
saturday may 16 2020
the weather
High yesterday was 88° Low this morning was 60°
The forecasters say predicting the high temperature today could be challenging. The Central and Eastern portions of our area should have broken clouds. With the influx of clouds, storms, and their outflow boundaries the best guess is the farther west you go, the warmer it will be…unless it rains on you, probably close to 80°. Next week looks near seasonal through about Wednesday then getting warmer.
Hamilton had a wind gust of 46 mph, Lampasas had a wind gust of 32 mph at about 10:45pm.
Today: Mostly cloudy with winds from the N near 5-10 mph. The high temperature will be near 80°. There is a 60% chance of precipitation.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy with N winds near 5 mph becoming W after midnight. The low will be near 65°.
Sunday: Partly sunny skies and a high temperature near 84°. Winds will be NW at 5-10 mph shifting N-NE in the afternoon.
Sunday Night: A low temperature near 64° and NE wind near 5 mph becoming calm.
Monday: Skies will be sunny with the high temperature near 86°. Wind will be calm becoming light from the E in the afternoon. .
Monday Night: A low near 64° and mostly clear skies. There will be a slight easterly breeze in the afternoon.
Tuesday: Sunny with a high temperature near 86°. There will be a NE breeze near 5 mph in the afternoon
The forecasters say predicting the high temperature today could be challenging. The Central and Eastern portions of our area should have broken clouds. With the influx of clouds, storms, and their outflow boundaries the best guess is the farther west you go, the warmer it will be…unless it rains on you, probably close to 80°. Next week looks near seasonal through about Wednesday then getting warmer.
Hamilton had a wind gust of 46 mph, Lampasas had a wind gust of 32 mph at about 10:45pm.
Today: Mostly cloudy with winds from the N near 5-10 mph. The high temperature will be near 80°. There is a 60% chance of precipitation.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy with N winds near 5 mph becoming W after midnight. The low will be near 65°.
Sunday: Partly sunny skies and a high temperature near 84°. Winds will be NW at 5-10 mph shifting N-NE in the afternoon.
Sunday Night: A low temperature near 64° and NE wind near 5 mph becoming calm.
Monday: Skies will be sunny with the high temperature near 86°. Wind will be calm becoming light from the E in the afternoon. .
Monday Night: A low near 64° and mostly clear skies. There will be a slight easterly breeze in the afternoon.
Tuesday: Sunny with a high temperature near 86°. There will be a NE breeze near 5 mph in the afternoon
the blotter
The Lampasas Police Dept. Blotter for Friday shows a suspicious vehicle in the 800 block of S. Key at 3:52am. Burglary of a motor vehicle was reported in the 1700 block of CTE at 7:16am. There was a disturbance in the 700 block of Brown St. at 7:31am, then a minor accident in the 800 block of N. Key at 7:51am. A domestic disturbance was reported in the 1300 block of CTE at 9:51am. The afternoon shows a minor accident in the 200 block of S. Key at 1:24pm. Two thefts were reported, one in the 900 block of E. 3rd St. at 3:33pm, and one in the 1100 block of Nix Rd. at 5pm. A protective order violation was reported in the 200 block of S. Rice St. at 7:20pm. A suspicious person was reported in the 1100 block of W. 1st St. at 9:33pm, and suspicious activity was reported in the 1100 block of E. 4th St. at 11:58pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Friday shows Lometa with an accident, a welfare check and a reported trespassing. Kempner had medical calls, civil matters, livestock issues and a reported disturbance. Out in the county, there were medical call, civil matters, an accident and a reported fraud. Deputies went into Cove on a medical call, a civil matter and a report of a stolen vehicle.
The Jail Log shows that Roland Balderas Vasquez, 34, is currently in the Lampasas County Jail.
The Burn Ban has been lifted indefinitely
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Friday shows Lometa with an accident, a welfare check and a reported trespassing. Kempner had medical calls, civil matters, livestock issues and a reported disturbance. Out in the county, there were medical call, civil matters, an accident and a reported fraud. Deputies went into Cove on a medical call, a civil matter and a report of a stolen vehicle.
The Jail Log shows that Roland Balderas Vasquez, 34, is currently in the Lampasas County Jail.
The Burn Ban has been lifted indefinitely
Texas Coronavirus Statistics
Texas is set to begin phase II of Governor Abbott’s 3-phase plan on Monday. Two weeks have passed since retail stores, restaurants, and other businesses were allowed to open up at 25%. While there has been a steady increase in cases over the past 2 weeks, officials say the rate of positive tests is declining, most probably due to more tests being available and given across the state.
Texas reported 1458 new cases on Thursday and 1347 new cases reported on Friday.
John Wittman, ,an Abbott spokesman states “The Texas positivity rate has trended down since April 13, our high water mark, and has trended down slightly since we began to slowly and safely open up the economy on May 1, “We haven’t seen any spikes [in the positivity rate], and our hospitalizations have remained steady."
An article in The Texas Tribune tells us this about the testing: “The testing data itself is muddied. The Texas Department of State Health Services now includes antibody tests — which can detect whether a person previously recovered from COVID-19, the disease caused by the new coronavirus — in its daily testing totals. But the state reports do not differentiate those figures from standard nasal swab tests, so it’s impossible to know how many tests show active infections and how many show previous infections.
When things started ramping up in New York, Texas started social distancing. By starting social distancing right away, we were able to keep hospitals from being overwhelmed with COVID-19. Some officials fear a rebound if we open things too fast, coming in the summer and fall.
The White House recommends that a state either see a downward curve in cases over 14 days or a downward curve in the percentage of positive test results over the same period to reopen. The former hasn't happened in Texas. The number of new cases reported each day has grown from an average of about 918 during the week ending May 1 to about 1,227 this week. Rebecca Fischer, a Texas epidemiologist thinks the increasing number is evidence of community spread. She also said that we may see an increase in hospitalizations and an increase in deaths from COVID-19 in the next 5-10 days.
The TEA made recommendatiions this week about the next school year. Gyms, offices and some manufacturers can reopen on Monday with phase II of Governor Abbot’s plan.
Texas reported 1458 new cases on Thursday and 1347 new cases reported on Friday.
John Wittman, ,an Abbott spokesman states “The Texas positivity rate has trended down since April 13, our high water mark, and has trended down slightly since we began to slowly and safely open up the economy on May 1, “We haven’t seen any spikes [in the positivity rate], and our hospitalizations have remained steady."
An article in The Texas Tribune tells us this about the testing: “The testing data itself is muddied. The Texas Department of State Health Services now includes antibody tests — which can detect whether a person previously recovered from COVID-19, the disease caused by the new coronavirus — in its daily testing totals. But the state reports do not differentiate those figures from standard nasal swab tests, so it’s impossible to know how many tests show active infections and how many show previous infections.
When things started ramping up in New York, Texas started social distancing. By starting social distancing right away, we were able to keep hospitals from being overwhelmed with COVID-19. Some officials fear a rebound if we open things too fast, coming in the summer and fall.
The White House recommends that a state either see a downward curve in cases over 14 days or a downward curve in the percentage of positive test results over the same period to reopen. The former hasn't happened in Texas. The number of new cases reported each day has grown from an average of about 918 during the week ending May 1 to about 1,227 this week. Rebecca Fischer, a Texas epidemiologist thinks the increasing number is evidence of community spread. She also said that we may see an increase in hospitalizations and an increase in deaths from COVID-19 in the next 5-10 days.
The TEA made recommendatiions this week about the next school year. Gyms, offices and some manufacturers can reopen on Monday with phase II of Governor Abbot’s plan.
Governor Abbott, TDEM Announce Partnership with Local Fire Departments to Expand Testing In Nursing Homes
Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) today announced that local fire departments in Texas are partnering with local public health authorities to provide testing in nursing homes throughout the state. This partnership has been developed and is being implemented through an ongoing collaboration between TDEM, the Texas Commission on Fire Protection, the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, and the Texas Department of State Health Services. Costs associated with providing these tests are eligible for federal reimbursement.
"This partnership builds upon our efforts to expand COVID-19 testing in the Lone Star State, especially among our most vulnerable Texans," said Governor Abbott. "I thank our local fire departments for continuing to serve their fellow Texans throughout the COVID-19 response. By serving their communities in this new capacity, we will continue to contain the spread of this virus and protect the health and safety of all Texans
"This partnership builds upon our efforts to expand COVID-19 testing in the Lone Star State, especially among our most vulnerable Texans," said Governor Abbott. "I thank our local fire departments for continuing to serve their fellow Texans throughout the COVID-19 response. By serving their communities in this new capacity, we will continue to contain the spread of this virus and protect the health and safety of all Texans
LISD School Board
Holds Called Meeting
The Lampasas ISD Board of Trustees will meet Wednesday May 20th at 7:30am for a called meeting. The Agenda includes an amended 2020-2021 calendar, real property, and a resolution regarding real property
USDA Grants
USDA Announces Grants for Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production
The USDA announced $3 million in competitive grants is available to support the development of urban agriculture and innovative production projects. USDA will accept applications on Grants.gov until midnight July 6, 2020.
Planning Projects should initiate or expand efforts of farmers, gardeners, citizens, government officials, schools, and other stakeholders in urban areas and suburbs. Projects may target areas of food access; education; business and start-up costs for new farmers; and development of policies related to zoning and other needs of urban production.
Implementation Projects should accelerate existing and emerging models of urban, indoor, and other agricultural practices that serve multiple farmers. Projects will improve local food access and collaborate with partner organizations and may support infrastructure needs; emerging technologies; educational endeavors; and urban farming policy development.
A webinar will be held on June 3 from 2-4pm Eastern Standard Time. The webinar will provide an overview of the grants purpose, project types, eligibility, and basic requirements for the submission of an application. http://www.farmers.gov/urban.
The USDA announced $3 million in competitive grants is available to support the development of urban agriculture and innovative production projects. USDA will accept applications on Grants.gov until midnight July 6, 2020.
Planning Projects should initiate or expand efforts of farmers, gardeners, citizens, government officials, schools, and other stakeholders in urban areas and suburbs. Projects may target areas of food access; education; business and start-up costs for new farmers; and development of policies related to zoning and other needs of urban production.
Implementation Projects should accelerate existing and emerging models of urban, indoor, and other agricultural practices that serve multiple farmers. Projects will improve local food access and collaborate with partner organizations and may support infrastructure needs; emerging technologies; educational endeavors; and urban farming policy development.
A webinar will be held on June 3 from 2-4pm Eastern Standard Time. The webinar will provide an overview of the grants purpose, project types, eligibility, and basic requirements for the submission of an application. http://www.farmers.gov/urban.
