the weather
The High yesterday 80°
The Low this morning 63°
The forecasters say look for cloudy and cooler and some area will see showers and storms. The afternoon will bring falling temperatures and the north winds carry in the cooler air. Gusts could reach 30-35 mph. Rain chances are very good across Central Texas tonight. Tomorrow will feature rapid development of rain showers across the hill country during the morning hours. The rain, according to forecasters, will increase in coverage and intensity through the day.
Today: A 60% chance of showers and storms, with the greatest chances between 9am and noon. Winds will be shifting to the N at 10-15 mph with possible gusts of 25 mph. The skies will remain cloudy and the temperature should fall to 44° by 5pm.
Tonight: A 60% chance of rain. and the temperature should hold at about 44°. The wind will be N at 15 mph gusting to 25 mph. The chance of showers increasing through the night.
Wednesday: Cloudy with a 100% chance of showers. The high temperature will be near 49°. Wind will be N-NE at 10 mph. Precipitation amounts of half an inch to three quarters of an inch possible.
Wednesday Night: The rain continues with a low near 38°. The wind will be N-NE at 5-10 mph.
Thursday: Cloudy with a high near 47°. Wind will be N-NE at 10-20 mph gusting to 25 mph.
Thursday Night: Mostly cloudy with N-NE wind at 10-15 mph gusting to 20 mph. The low will be near 33
The Low this morning 63°
The forecasters say look for cloudy and cooler and some area will see showers and storms. The afternoon will bring falling temperatures and the north winds carry in the cooler air. Gusts could reach 30-35 mph. Rain chances are very good across Central Texas tonight. Tomorrow will feature rapid development of rain showers across the hill country during the morning hours. The rain, according to forecasters, will increase in coverage and intensity through the day.
Today: A 60% chance of showers and storms, with the greatest chances between 9am and noon. Winds will be shifting to the N at 10-15 mph with possible gusts of 25 mph. The skies will remain cloudy and the temperature should fall to 44° by 5pm.
Tonight: A 60% chance of rain. and the temperature should hold at about 44°. The wind will be N at 15 mph gusting to 25 mph. The chance of showers increasing through the night.
Wednesday: Cloudy with a 100% chance of showers. The high temperature will be near 49°. Wind will be N-NE at 10 mph. Precipitation amounts of half an inch to three quarters of an inch possible.
Wednesday Night: The rain continues with a low near 38°. The wind will be N-NE at 5-10 mph.
Thursday: Cloudy with a high near 47°. Wind will be N-NE at 10-20 mph gusting to 25 mph.
Thursday Night: Mostly cloudy with N-NE wind at 10-15 mph gusting to 20 mph. The low will be near 33
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Monday shows reckless driver in the 170 block of E. 4th St at 9:34am, the afternoon brough a reported public intoxication in the 100 block of E. 1st St. at 4:16pm, and a theft in the 700 block of Gamel St. at 6:01pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. shows Lometa with reported runaways, an animal problem and a structure fire. Kempner had reports of suspicious activity, animal issues, civil matters, a welfare check and a call to deliver a message. Out in the county, there was a civil matter, medical calls and a fish & game call. Deputies went into Cove on an animal problem.
The Burn Ban has been lifted through April 5th.
The Sheriff’s Dept. shows Lometa with reported runaways, an animal problem and a structure fire. Kempner had reports of suspicious activity, animal issues, civil matters, a welfare check and a call to deliver a message. Out in the county, there was a civil matter, medical calls and a fish & game call. Deputies went into Cove on an animal problem.
The Burn Ban has been lifted through April 5th.
Lometa ISD Election Notes
For the special election to fill the place of James Chism, Tabithe Whitehead has now filed to run. The ballot will now include Amanda Tower and Tabithe Whitehead. Lometa ISD told Lampasas Radio that the regular school board election will be cancelled, since the two incumbents are running unopposed.
Jury Trial Cancelled
The District Clerk has advised that The District Court Trial scheduled for February 24th has been Cancelled
District Court Notes
Lampasas Courthouse was the site of a 27th District Court Docket Call on February 14th. Presiding over the court was 27th District Judge John Gauntt. Bond was found insufficient foer Michael Smith of Killeen on an assault of a family/household member/impeding breathing.
Altogether 23 cases were brought to the court.19 of them involved men and 4 involved women. There were 7 cases involving possession of a controlled substance. 6 cases for less than a gram and 1 for 1-4 grams. There were 2 DWI 3rd or more cases. There was 1 felony case for burglary, one for fraud, and one for misappropriation of a trust fund. There was one case for theft under $2500 .There was on e case for evading arrest.
Crimes causing personal harm include 2 assault cases involving family members, one aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, and one aggravated assault. There was one case for online solicitation of a minor, one case of forcing sexual performance, and two aggravated sexual assault of a child. There was one case of failing to register as a sex offender.
Of the 23 cases presented to the court, one was decided with Amanda hancock of Lampasas pleading guilty to theft of property less than $2500 with 2 or more previous convictions. She was sentenced to 5 years probation plus court costs. ]
The balance of the cases were reset or had trials set for a future date.
Altogether 23 cases were brought to the court.19 of them involved men and 4 involved women. There were 7 cases involving possession of a controlled substance. 6 cases for less than a gram and 1 for 1-4 grams. There were 2 DWI 3rd or more cases. There was 1 felony case for burglary, one for fraud, and one for misappropriation of a trust fund. There was one case for theft under $2500 .There was on e case for evading arrest.
Crimes causing personal harm include 2 assault cases involving family members, one aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, and one aggravated assault. There was one case for online solicitation of a minor, one case of forcing sexual performance, and two aggravated sexual assault of a child. There was one case of failing to register as a sex offender.
Of the 23 cases presented to the court, one was decided with Amanda hancock of Lampasas pleading guilty to theft of property less than $2500 with 2 or more previous convictions. She was sentenced to 5 years probation plus court costs. ]
The balance of the cases were reset or had trials set for a future date.
Early Voting Begins
Early Voting begins today for the primary election in Texas.
The Ballot includes choices for President, Representatives, Judges, and several propositions. In Lampasas County you can vote from 8am-5pm Monday through Friday, with the exception being the polls are open from 7-7 on Tuesdays. The location for early voting is 407 S. Pecan St. Ste 102.
The Ballot includes choices for President, Representatives, Judges, and several propositions. In Lampasas County you can vote from 8am-5pm Monday through Friday, with the exception being the polls are open from 7-7 on Tuesdays. The location for early voting is 407 S. Pecan St. Ste 102.
Saving From a Rainy Day
The Lampasas River Watershed Partnership is collaborating with Keep Copperas Cove Beautiful to host a rainwater harvesting class called Saving For a Rainy Day – DIY Rain Barrel Class on March 5 from 6pm to 8pm at the Copperas Cove Public Library (501 South Main, Copperas Cove, TX). Rainwater is the best water for your lawn, landscape or vegetable garden; Divert it, Save it, Use it!
The class is free and participants have the opportunity to build a rain barrel to take home for $50. The first 25 barrels reserved will receive a $25 discount, sponsored by Keep Copperas Cove Beautiful! Rain barrels are recycled food-grade containers and are roughly 24" wide by 36" tall.
More information can be found, along with registration links, at http://www.lampasasriver.org/meetings/march-2020-saving-from-a-rainy-day/. Or you can call 512.556.8271 All rain barrels must be prepaid
The class is free and participants have the opportunity to build a rain barrel to take home for $50. The first 25 barrels reserved will receive a $25 discount, sponsored by Keep Copperas Cove Beautiful! Rain barrels are recycled food-grade containers and are roughly 24" wide by 36" tall.
More information can be found, along with registration links, at http://www.lampasasriver.org/meetings/march-2020-saving-from-a-rainy-day/. Or you can call 512.556.8271 All rain barrels must be prepaid
the weather
The High yesterday 76° The Low this morning 53°
Look for cloudy skies to give way to some sun later today, and with the southwesterly winds, it should be a very warm day with many of us getting into the low 80’s. However….a cold front is entering the counties to the northwest of us this afternoon and should clear the area by the late evening hours today. Look for areas of light rain tomorrow and rain chances will increase as the week goes on. While rain rates should be fairly light, with rainfall expected in to Wednesday night, total rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are likely in the Central Texas area. Rainfall totals will decrease the farther north you go.
President’s Day: Mostly sunny with a high near 82°. S-SW wind at 10-15 mph gusting to 20 mph.
Tonight: The chance for showers at 20% after midnight with S winds at 5-10 mph shifting N. The low will be near 55°.
Tuesday: A 50% chance of rain and the high temperature will be near 61°. Winds will be N-NE at 10-15 mph with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Tuesday Night: Winds will be N at 15-20 mph, with 25 mph gusts possible There is a 40% chance of showers and the low temperature should be near 41°.
Wednesday: Cloudy skies and rain with a high near 50°and an 80% chance of rain. Winds will be N-NE at 10-15 mph gusting to 20 mph.
Wednesday Night: Rain probable (90% chance) with a low near 40°. Winds will be NE at 10 mph
Look for cloudy skies to give way to some sun later today, and with the southwesterly winds, it should be a very warm day with many of us getting into the low 80’s. However….a cold front is entering the counties to the northwest of us this afternoon and should clear the area by the late evening hours today. Look for areas of light rain tomorrow and rain chances will increase as the week goes on. While rain rates should be fairly light, with rainfall expected in to Wednesday night, total rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are likely in the Central Texas area. Rainfall totals will decrease the farther north you go.
President’s Day: Mostly sunny with a high near 82°. S-SW wind at 10-15 mph gusting to 20 mph.
Tonight: The chance for showers at 20% after midnight with S winds at 5-10 mph shifting N. The low will be near 55°.
Tuesday: A 50% chance of rain and the high temperature will be near 61°. Winds will be N-NE at 10-15 mph with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Tuesday Night: Winds will be N at 15-20 mph, with 25 mph gusts possible There is a 40% chance of showers and the low temperature should be near 41°.
Wednesday: Cloudy skies and rain with a high near 50°and an 80% chance of rain. Winds will be N-NE at 10-15 mph gusting to 20 mph.
Wednesday Night: Rain probable (90% chance) with a low near 40°. Winds will be NE at 10 mph
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Saturday shows an early morning prowler in the 1200 block of N. McLean St. at 1:20am. A reckless driver was reported in the 2300 block of 183S at 9:06am. The afternoon shows suspicious activity in the 1300 block of CTE at 2:34pm, then more suspicious activity in the evening at 7:34pm in the 600 block of Campbell St.
Sunday’s blotter shows a domestic disturbance in the 1700 block of E. 3rd St. at 11:24am. The afternoon shows a disturbance in the 700 block of S. Key at 4pm, a public intoxication in the 600 block of CTE at 5:59pm, a suspicious vehicle in the 500 block of E. 7th St. at 6:24pm, and a theft in the 300 block of Barnes St. at 10:49pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for the weekend shows
Lometa with livestock issues, a reported runaway and a medical call. Kempner had civil matters, livestock issues, reports of suspicious activity, an accident, an illegal dumping call, and a utility problem. Out in the county there was a reported abandoned vehicle, livestock issues, civil matters, an accident, a medical call and reported criminal mischief. Deputies went into Cove for civil matters, a reported trespassing and a medical call.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of two women from Denver Colorado. 25 year old Madylynn Averill and 21 year old McKenna Barber were arrested on Saturday. Both were charged with Possession of Controlled substance PG2 less than a gram, possession controlled substance PG3 less than 28 grams, possession of marijuana less than 2 oz., and possession of drug paraphernalia. Alexander Crowe of Hamilton was arrested Saturday for possession of marijuana less than 2 oz. Sunday’s arrests include 38 year old Matthew Bowden of Belton for failure to appear, 39 year old Daniel DeLa Cerda of Goldthwaite for possession of a controlled substance PG1 1-4 grams, and Raymond Reyna, 47, of Goldthwaite on an out-of county charge, possession of a controlled substance PG1 1-4 grams, driving with no license and possess ion of drug paraphernalia.
The Burn Ban goes back into effect today at 5pm.
Sunday’s blotter shows a domestic disturbance in the 1700 block of E. 3rd St. at 11:24am. The afternoon shows a disturbance in the 700 block of S. Key at 4pm, a public intoxication in the 600 block of CTE at 5:59pm, a suspicious vehicle in the 500 block of E. 7th St. at 6:24pm, and a theft in the 300 block of Barnes St. at 10:49pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for the weekend shows
Lometa with livestock issues, a reported runaway and a medical call. Kempner had civil matters, livestock issues, reports of suspicious activity, an accident, an illegal dumping call, and a utility problem. Out in the county there was a reported abandoned vehicle, livestock issues, civil matters, an accident, a medical call and reported criminal mischief. Deputies went into Cove for civil matters, a reported trespassing and a medical call.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of two women from Denver Colorado. 25 year old Madylynn Averill and 21 year old McKenna Barber were arrested on Saturday. Both were charged with Possession of Controlled substance PG2 less than a gram, possession controlled substance PG3 less than 28 grams, possession of marijuana less than 2 oz., and possession of drug paraphernalia. Alexander Crowe of Hamilton was arrested Saturday for possession of marijuana less than 2 oz. Sunday’s arrests include 38 year old Matthew Bowden of Belton for failure to appear, 39 year old Daniel DeLa Cerda of Goldthwaite for possession of a controlled substance PG1 1-4 grams, and Raymond Reyna, 47, of Goldthwaite on an out-of county charge, possession of a controlled substance PG1 1-4 grams, driving with no license and possess ion of drug paraphernalia.
The Burn Ban goes back into effect today at 5pm.
Lady Badger Playoff Game
The Lady Badgers head for Austin this evening for their first round playoff game, matched up against the Fredericksburg girls. The game is at the Burger Center with a 6:30pm start time.
The Lady Badgers appear to be the dark horse team with a 4-6 district record while the Lady Billies team is 9-0. The negatives for the Lady Badgers, in addition to having a team of less experienced players, the team has injuries in key places. We also note that Fredericksburg has some shooters that can pile up points both from the outside and under the net.
Common opponents for the two teams this year have been Liberty Hill, Burnet, Hutto and Dripping Springs. The Billies were able to beat both Burnet and Hutto, while they lost to Dripping Springs and Liberty Hill.
The Lady Badgers lost to all of the common opponents, but overall the two teams have a similar won-loss average for the year. And, Coach Myers says his girls can win if a few things go right.
The Lady Badgers have senior starters Abby Martin and Jessica Ball to lead the team into a potential upset win over Fredericksburg.
The Burger Center will be a different kind of venue for the Lady Badgers and Billies with no close wall behind the backstop and it will be an interesting space for fans as well. Lots of them are expected to make the game. For those who can’t, the game will be broadcast live over KCYL 150AM and streamed at lampasasradio.com at the Listen Live spot on the menu or screen. KCYL’s sports team Chuck Lowery and Darrell Brooks will keep fans up with the action.
above mare back in the winning column after their 62-21 win over Taylor.
The girls will be in action Tuesday night at Burnet with the JV starting at 5pm, the Varsity at 6:15pm and the 9th grade plays at 7:45pm.
The Varsity game will be broadcast on KCYL 1450 AM and streamed at LampasasRadio.com at the Listen Live icon. Darrell Brooks and Chuck Lowery will bring you all the action on court
The Lady Badgers appear to be the dark horse team with a 4-6 district record while the Lady Billies team is 9-0. The negatives for the Lady Badgers, in addition to having a team of less experienced players, the team has injuries in key places. We also note that Fredericksburg has some shooters that can pile up points both from the outside and under the net.
Common opponents for the two teams this year have been Liberty Hill, Burnet, Hutto and Dripping Springs. The Billies were able to beat both Burnet and Hutto, while they lost to Dripping Springs and Liberty Hill.
The Lady Badgers lost to all of the common opponents, but overall the two teams have a similar won-loss average for the year. And, Coach Myers says his girls can win if a few things go right.
The Lady Badgers have senior starters Abby Martin and Jessica Ball to lead the team into a potential upset win over Fredericksburg.
The Burger Center will be a different kind of venue for the Lady Badgers and Billies with no close wall behind the backstop and it will be an interesting space for fans as well. Lots of them are expected to make the game. For those who can’t, the game will be broadcast live over KCYL 150AM and streamed at lampasasradio.com at the Listen Live spot on the menu or screen. KCYL’s sports team Chuck Lowery and Darrell Brooks will keep fans up with the action.
above mare back in the winning column after their 62-21 win over Taylor.
The girls will be in action Tuesday night at Burnet with the JV starting at 5pm, the Varsity at 6:15pm and the 9th grade plays at 7:45pm.
The Varsity game will be broadcast on KCYL 1450 AM and streamed at LampasasRadio.com at the Listen Live icon. Darrell Brooks and Chuck Lowery will bring you all the action on court
Early Voting Begins Tomorrow
Early Voting begins tomorrow for the primary election in Texas.
Registered voters will be able to vote February 18-February 21, and February 24-February 28. Tuesday February 18th, and Tuesday February 25th, the early voting hours will be 7am to 7pm. All other days early voting will be available from 8am to 5pm. The location for early voting is 407 S. Pecan, Suite 102.
Registered voters will be able to vote February 18-February 21, and February 24-February 28. Tuesday February 18th, and Tuesday February 25th, the early voting hours will be 7am to 7pm. All other days early voting will be available from 8am to 5pm. The location for early voting is 407 S. Pecan, Suite 102.
The Hill Country Soil & Water Conservation District
and the USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service for Lampasas and Burnet counties is having a “Local Work Group Meeting” this Thursday, February 20th from 10am to noon in the County Annex Building.
The meetings are held so the community has a way to provide input about what the resource concerns are for our area. They would like to find out what the biggest issues are for people in our area. The results of this meeting will determine where NRCS will focus its technical and financial assistance for this fiscal year. For more information call the USDA Field Offices at 512.556.5572
The meetings are held so the community has a way to provide input about what the resource concerns are for our area. They would like to find out what the biggest issues are for people in our area. The results of this meeting will determine where NRCS will focus its technical and financial assistance for this fiscal year. For more information call the USDA Field Offices at 512.556.5572
Avery Hopson, Lampasas County 4-H member 8th grader at Lampasas Middle School, won the Champion Light Weight Hampshire barrow at San Antonio Livestock Show! Congratulations Avery!
Another Hole-in-One
Declan Davenport, a 16 year old Lampasas Sophomore and member of the Badger Jr. Varsity Golf Team, made a hole in one on the sixth 120 yard par 3 at Lampasas Hancock Golf Course. Declan was practicing with teammate Jonathan Marks, also 16, for their tournament the next day in Kingsland Tex. at the Lighthouse Country Club. Now the kicker to all this is that Davenport has only been playing for a little over a year. Declan's father, Bill Davenport, told his son that he had been playing his whole life and had never made a hole in one. Most golfers haven't. Our congratulations to Declan Davenport for achieving one of golf's biggest accomplishments.
the weather
High yesterday was 55° Low this morning was 37°
The southerly winds today will be pulling in moisture, and continuing the warming trend, even if the clouds roll in. With the southern winds continuing look for a warmer night with lows in the upper 30’s northwest to low 50’s to the southeast.
Monday night look for a considerable wind shift out of the north. Tuesday’s high of 62° may actually occur in the morning as the cold air filters in through the day. Look for the rain chances to increase Tuesday night and into
Wednesday. While it looks like the rain will be off and on, the day will be dismal. The rain showers will continue through Thursday.
Today: Partly sunny with winds from the S at 5-15 mph. The high temperature will be near 64°. Tonight: Mostly cloudy with S winds at 5 mph. The low will be near 47°. Sunday: Partly sunny, then clearing with a high temperature near 79°.W-SW wind at 5-10 mph.
Sunday Night: A low temperature near 54° and mostly clear skies. Winds will be S -SW at 5-10 mph. President’s Day: Skies will be mostly sunny with the temperature reaching to near 80°. Wind will be S-SW at 10-15 mph with gusts as high as 20 mph. Monday Night: A low near 52° and mostly cloudy skies with S winds at 5- 10 mph.
Tuesday: Mostly cloudy with a high near 62 and a 30% chance of storms. Wind will be N at 10-15 increasing to 15-20 as the day progresses with gusts as high as 25 mph
The southerly winds today will be pulling in moisture, and continuing the warming trend, even if the clouds roll in. With the southern winds continuing look for a warmer night with lows in the upper 30’s northwest to low 50’s to the southeast.
Monday night look for a considerable wind shift out of the north. Tuesday’s high of 62° may actually occur in the morning as the cold air filters in through the day. Look for the rain chances to increase Tuesday night and into
Wednesday. While it looks like the rain will be off and on, the day will be dismal. The rain showers will continue through Thursday.
Today: Partly sunny with winds from the S at 5-15 mph. The high temperature will be near 64°. Tonight: Mostly cloudy with S winds at 5 mph. The low will be near 47°. Sunday: Partly sunny, then clearing with a high temperature near 79°.W-SW wind at 5-10 mph.
Sunday Night: A low temperature near 54° and mostly clear skies. Winds will be S -SW at 5-10 mph. President’s Day: Skies will be mostly sunny with the temperature reaching to near 80°. Wind will be S-SW at 10-15 mph with gusts as high as 20 mph. Monday Night: A low near 52° and mostly cloudy skies with S winds at 5- 10 mph.
Tuesday: Mostly cloudy with a high near 62 and a 30% chance of storms. Wind will be N at 10-15 increasing to 15-20 as the day progresses with gusts as high as 25 mph
the blotter
The Lampasas Police Dept. Blotter for Friday shows a harassment on Castleberry St. at 10:54am, than an assault was reported in the 300 block of E. 4th St. at 10:55am. Zachariah Sanchez, 30, of Lampasas was arrested int he100 block of S. Chestnut St. for Criminal Trespass and an LPD warrant for burglary of a habitation at 1:14pm. An assault by threat was reported in the 1500 block of E.Ave A at 2:23pm. There was a disturbance in the800 block of S. Key at 4:01pm, then a suspicious person reported near the intersection of W. Ave B and N. Ridge St. at 4:21pm.
Later in the evening a 49 year old Lampasas man was detained in the 300 block of S. Key for 4 Lampasas Municipal Warrants (no drivers license) at 10:45pm. Jonathon Smedley Jr., 27, of Lampasas was arrested in the 900 block of Campbell St. for Assault with bodily injury/family violence w/ previous conviction at 11:08pm.
Friday’s Blotter also shows 6 theft reports!
The 1200 block of W. 1st St. at 11:02am
The 100 block of N. Key at 12:35pm
Two thefts reported in the 700 block of S. Key at 5:44pm
The 2700 block of 281S at 8:18pm
The 900 block of E. 3rd St. at 11:19pm
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Friday shows Lometa with livestock issues. Kempner responded to civil matters, a welfare check and a reported disturbance. Out in the county it was a busy day. Deputies had animal issues, civil matters, medical calls, livestock issues a noise complaint, a report of suspicious behavior and only one theft report at 11:18pm. (We do not know if this is the call from 3rd St. in the city blotter.)
Deputies went into Cove on livestock issues, an alarm call, and a civil matter.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of a 24 year old Harker Heights for possession of marijuana less than 2 oz. Also arrested was Michael Smith, 34, of Lampasas, on a bond revocation.
The Burn Ban has been lifted until Monday at 5pm.
Speaking of theft in Lampasas…..Hill Country Crime Stoppers sent this information:
Hill Country Area Crime Stoppers, and Lampasas Police Department request any information of a burglary which occurred in the early morning hours of Sunday February 9, 2020.
A suspect broke into the Pizza Hut on Hwy 183 in Lampasas along with several other business.
There is a photo (above)of possible suspect a white/male average height, slender build.
Possible vehicle used is a dark colored small passenger car.
Anyone with information can contact Lampasas Police Inv. Nick Roberts at 512-556-3644 or Crime Stoppers with any information and to remain anonymous and be eligible for a cash reward UP TO $2,000.00 call 1-866-756-8477 or on line at www.hillcountryareacrimestoppers.com.
Later in the evening a 49 year old Lampasas man was detained in the 300 block of S. Key for 4 Lampasas Municipal Warrants (no drivers license) at 10:45pm. Jonathon Smedley Jr., 27, of Lampasas was arrested in the 900 block of Campbell St. for Assault with bodily injury/family violence w/ previous conviction at 11:08pm.
Friday’s Blotter also shows 6 theft reports!
The 1200 block of W. 1st St. at 11:02am
The 100 block of N. Key at 12:35pm
Two thefts reported in the 700 block of S. Key at 5:44pm
The 2700 block of 281S at 8:18pm
The 900 block of E. 3rd St. at 11:19pm
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Friday shows Lometa with livestock issues. Kempner responded to civil matters, a welfare check and a reported disturbance. Out in the county it was a busy day. Deputies had animal issues, civil matters, medical calls, livestock issues a noise complaint, a report of suspicious behavior and only one theft report at 11:18pm. (We do not know if this is the call from 3rd St. in the city blotter.)
Deputies went into Cove on livestock issues, an alarm call, and a civil matter.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of a 24 year old Harker Heights for possession of marijuana less than 2 oz. Also arrested was Michael Smith, 34, of Lampasas, on a bond revocation.
The Burn Ban has been lifted until Monday at 5pm.
Speaking of theft in Lampasas…..Hill Country Crime Stoppers sent this information:
Hill Country Area Crime Stoppers, and Lampasas Police Department request any information of a burglary which occurred in the early morning hours of Sunday February 9, 2020.
A suspect broke into the Pizza Hut on Hwy 183 in Lampasas along with several other business.
There is a photo (above)of possible suspect a white/male average height, slender build.
Possible vehicle used is a dark colored small passenger car.
Anyone with information can contact Lampasas Police Inv. Nick Roberts at 512-556-3644 or Crime Stoppers with any information and to remain anonymous and be eligible for a cash reward UP TO $2,000.00 call 1-866-756-8477 or on line at www.hillcountryareacrimestoppers.com.
Wild West Casino Night
This evening brings the Annual Wild West Casino Night at the Lampasas County Show Barn.
The cost is $50 per person, with doors opening at 5:30pm, dinner at 6pm and gambling to commence at 6:30pm.
Casino night is a fundraiser for the Lampasas County Chamber of Commerce, LAFTA and Vision Lampasas. Come out and try your luck!
The cost is $50 per person, with doors opening at 5:30pm, dinner at 6pm and gambling to commence at 6:30pm.
Casino night is a fundraiser for the Lampasas County Chamber of Commerce, LAFTA and Vision Lampasas. Come out and try your luck!
Election Update
Yesterday was the last day to file to run in the city general election on May 5th.
The City of Lampasas has 3 City Council Seats that are expiring, places 3, 4 & 5 are up for grabs.
Cathy Kuehne, the incumbent for place 4 appears to be running unopposed. Chuck Williamson, (retired) the incumbent for place 3 is running, and Gordon Nelson (also retired) has also filed to run for place 3. Place 5 has 2 newcomers, as Mike White, the incumbent did not file to keep his place. Zachary Taylor (operations manager) has filed to run for place 5, as has Bob Goodart (retired).
Lampasas ISD, according to our information
will be filling places 6 & 7 during the general election. Sam Walker, incumbent has filed for Place 6 and Ryan Shahan, incumbent, has filed for Place 7. He is also an incumbent.
The City of Lometa has 2 City Council places expiring, Shad Hill and Larry Koch. Larry has filed for re-election, and Doug Brister and Ronnie Cartwright have filed for places at large. Mayor Carlos Garcia has also filed for re-election and is according to our information is running unopposed.
Lometa ISD has 2 places at large up for election in May, and Courtney Duncan and Mario Maldonado have filed to run in the regular election. Due to a resignation, Lometa ISD is also holding a special election to fill that vacant seat. Amanda Tower has filed to run in the special election.
The General Election is May 2nd, and early voting begins on February 18th
The City of Lampasas has 3 City Council Seats that are expiring, places 3, 4 & 5 are up for grabs.
Cathy Kuehne, the incumbent for place 4 appears to be running unopposed. Chuck Williamson, (retired) the incumbent for place 3 is running, and Gordon Nelson (also retired) has also filed to run for place 3. Place 5 has 2 newcomers, as Mike White, the incumbent did not file to keep his place. Zachary Taylor (operations manager) has filed to run for place 5, as has Bob Goodart (retired).
Lampasas ISD, according to our information
will be filling places 6 & 7 during the general election. Sam Walker, incumbent has filed for Place 6 and Ryan Shahan, incumbent, has filed for Place 7. He is also an incumbent.
The City of Lometa has 2 City Council places expiring, Shad Hill and Larry Koch. Larry has filed for re-election, and Doug Brister and Ronnie Cartwright have filed for places at large. Mayor Carlos Garcia has also filed for re-election and is according to our information is running unopposed.
Lometa ISD has 2 places at large up for election in May, and Courtney Duncan and Mario Maldonado have filed to run in the regular election. Due to a resignation, Lometa ISD is also holding a special election to fill that vacant seat. Amanda Tower has filed to run in the special election.
The General Election is May 2nd, and early voting begins on February 18th
City Water Notes
The City of Lampasas is implementing a water meter replacement project to replace the aged water meters in our water distribution system. Over the course of the next two weeks, Core and Main Utilities, on behalf of the City of Lampasas Public Works Department, will begin installing new water meters in designated areas of the city.
This process will require a representative of Core and Main to access your property for a short period of time to replace the existing water meter. The technician will try to make contact before turning off the water or accessing your property.
If you have any concerns of questions, please call the Public Works Department 512-556-8315.
*Also..don’t forget that the City of Lampasas and Kempner Water are implementing a temporary conversion to free chlorine to help rid distribution pipes of organic matter and improve the quality of your water overall.
This will begin on February 15th and go until March 15th. Kempner Water Supply, the City of Lampasas and the City of Salado have chosen to implement a temporary disinfectant conversion to free chlorine based on the decision of Central Texas Water Supply Corp. to implement a free burn of their water system.
During this period, you may experience taste and odor changes associated with this type of temporary disinfectant conversion.
Please share this information with all people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly. If you have any questions regarding this matter, you may contact Rickie Roy, Director of Public Works, at (512)556-6831.
This process will require a representative of Core and Main to access your property for a short period of time to replace the existing water meter. The technician will try to make contact before turning off the water or accessing your property.
If you have any concerns of questions, please call the Public Works Department 512-556-8315.
*Also..don’t forget that the City of Lampasas and Kempner Water are implementing a temporary conversion to free chlorine to help rid distribution pipes of organic matter and improve the quality of your water overall.
This will begin on February 15th and go until March 15th. Kempner Water Supply, the City of Lampasas and the City of Salado have chosen to implement a temporary disinfectant conversion to free chlorine based on the decision of Central Texas Water Supply Corp. to implement a free burn of their water system.
During this period, you may experience taste and odor changes associated with this type of temporary disinfectant conversion.
Please share this information with all people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly. If you have any questions regarding this matter, you may contact Rickie Roy, Director of Public Works, at (512)556-6831.
LHS Hosts UIL
Lampasas High School UIL is hosting the Invitational UIL meet today at Lampasas High School.
There are 18 schools in attendance, and more than 250 kids participating.
It's a big day!
Our Academic team coaches will give their own subject test to all of the students entered.
Some of our own Badgers will be up here competing, but since we are hosting, they can't technically "place" - it's just a really good day for practice (and free, for once). Lampasas High School UIL will be traveling to Austin on February 22nd , and to Liberty Hill on February 29th for our last two practice Invitational tournaments, before our District competition at the end of March.
There are 18 schools in attendance, and more than 250 kids participating.
It's a big day!
Our Academic team coaches will give their own subject test to all of the students entered.
Some of our own Badgers will be up here competing, but since we are hosting, they can't technically "place" - it's just a really good day for practice (and free, for once). Lampasas High School UIL will be traveling to Austin on February 22nd , and to Liberty Hill on February 29th for our last two practice Invitational tournaments, before our District competition at the end of March.
The Weather
High yesterday was 50 ° Low this morning was 32°
Look for a pretty and warmer weekend. The southerly winds will return tonight resulting in a warmer morning low, 5-10 degrees warmer than this morning. Temperatures will remain above normal Saturday through Monday with highs in the 70’s, and a few locations could reach the lower 80’s on Monday. Look for widespread showers on Tuesday, though and with the arrival of another cold front, it look s like a cold rain. The forecasters tell us the rain should last through Thursday.
Today: Sunny and a high near 53°. Wind will be NE at 5-10 mph shifting to the E-SE this afternoon.
Tonight: Clear with a low near 38°. Winds will be E-SE at 5 mph becoming calm in the night.
Saturday: A mostly sunny day with a high near 62°. Winds will be S at 5-15 mph.
Saturday night: Winds will be S at 5-10 mph. Partly cloudy skies and a low near 45°.
Sunday: Mostly sunny with a high temperature near 73°. Winds will be SW at 5-10 mph.
Overnight: Partly cloudy and a low near 55°. Winds will be from the S-SW at 5-10 mph. M
President’s Day: Partly sunny with a high near 77°. Winds will be S-SW at 10-15 mph.
Look for a pretty and warmer weekend. The southerly winds will return tonight resulting in a warmer morning low, 5-10 degrees warmer than this morning. Temperatures will remain above normal Saturday through Monday with highs in the 70’s, and a few locations could reach the lower 80’s on Monday. Look for widespread showers on Tuesday, though and with the arrival of another cold front, it look s like a cold rain. The forecasters tell us the rain should last through Thursday.
Today: Sunny and a high near 53°. Wind will be NE at 5-10 mph shifting to the E-SE this afternoon.
Tonight: Clear with a low near 38°. Winds will be E-SE at 5 mph becoming calm in the night.
Saturday: A mostly sunny day with a high near 62°. Winds will be S at 5-15 mph.
Saturday night: Winds will be S at 5-10 mph. Partly cloudy skies and a low near 45°.
Sunday: Mostly sunny with a high temperature near 73°. Winds will be SW at 5-10 mph.
Overnight: Partly cloudy and a low near 55°. Winds will be from the S-SW at 5-10 mph. M
President’s Day: Partly sunny with a high near 77°. Winds will be S-SW at 10-15 mph.
The Blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Thursday shows a quiet overnight, then a minor accident took place at the intersection of S. Howe and W 2nd St. at 10:28am. A suspicious person was reported in the 100 block of CTE at 11:25am. The afternoon shows the 1:42pm arrest of Christopher Bentley, 36, of Wichita Falls, in the 1900 block of 281S for possession of a controlled substance PG1 less than a gram in a drug free zone and possession of drug paraphernalia. A theft was reported in the 2000 block of Big Divide Rd. at 2:41pm. The 54 o’clock hour saw another minor accident, this one in the 100 block of N. Key at 4:23pm. A reckless driver was reported in the 500 block of N. Ridge at 4:52pm, and the 800 block of N. Ridge at 5:01pm. A suspicious vehicle was reported in the 700 block of S. Key at 5:14pm. At 6:23pm, Amanda Gauna, 33, of Lampasas was arrested in the 800 block of E. Ave B for Fraudulent use of possession of personal identification information, also for a Lampasas County Warrant (motion to adjudicate/possession of meth), and a Copperas Cove PD Warrant.
Lampasas County Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Thursday shows Lometa with a medical call and livestock issues. Kempner had animal issues, a welfare check, a case of identity theft, and a report of suspicious activity. Out int eh county there were animal problems, civil matters, an alarm call, a reported disturbance, a reported theft, and a medical call. Deputies went into Cove for Animal issues, and a report of a reckless driver.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of a 37 year old New Braunfels man for driving with an invalid license. Laine Gary, 20, of Kempner was arrested for Assault/family member, and a 40 year old Lometa woman and a 49 year old Lometa woman were both detained for possession of marijuana less than 2 oz. Aaron Smith, 22, of Kempner was brought in for DWI.
The Burn Ban has been lifted until Monday at 5pm.
Lampasas County Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Thursday shows Lometa with a medical call and livestock issues. Kempner had animal issues, a welfare check, a case of identity theft, and a report of suspicious activity. Out int eh county there were animal problems, civil matters, an alarm call, a reported disturbance, a reported theft, and a medical call. Deputies went into Cove for Animal issues, and a report of a reckless driver.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of a 37 year old New Braunfels man for driving with an invalid license. Laine Gary, 20, of Kempner was arrested for Assault/family member, and a 40 year old Lometa woman and a 49 year old Lometa woman were both detained for possession of marijuana less than 2 oz. Aaron Smith, 22, of Kempner was brought in for DWI.
The Burn Ban has been lifted until Monday at 5pm.
It’s Friday ! And it’s
Valentine’s Day!!
Local and area restaurants will likely be busy serving couples out for the evening's celebration. And, the flower shops in town will likely have an infusion of customers before the day is over. One local flower shop is getting a lot of attention for it’s sign.
Okay… that ought’a sell some flowers!
It looks like the Badger Athletic Dept. is busy today!
Girls Varsity Golf is in Kyle at Plum Creek Golf Course today and tomorrow for the State Preview.
Badger Wrestling is going to be in Austin at the Delco Center today and tomorrow. (See Sports).
Varsity Tennis will head to Copperas Cove today for matches there.
Lady Badger softball is scrimmaging Academy at home today with games beginning at 5pm.
Badger JV baseball has a scrimmage at home at 5:30pm, and Badger Varsity Baseball has a non-district game in Canyon Lake with 1st pitch at 5:30pm.
Badger Soccer travels to Salado today for district games starting at 4pm.
Badger Basketball (boys) will be at home tonight hosting Salado. This will be parents night and the last home regular season game. This is a must-win, as the boys are fighting for a district playoff spot.
Tomorrow
Tomorrow brings the Annual Wild West Casino Night at the Lampasas County Show Barn.
The cost is $50 per person, with doors opening at 5:30pm, dinner at 6pm and gambling to commence at 6:30pm.
Casino night is a fundraiser for the Lampasas County Chamber of Commerce, LAFTA and Vision Lampasas. Come out and try your luck!
Okay… that ought’a sell some flowers!
It looks like the Badger Athletic Dept. is busy today!
Girls Varsity Golf is in Kyle at Plum Creek Golf Course today and tomorrow for the State Preview.
Badger Wrestling is going to be in Austin at the Delco Center today and tomorrow. (See Sports).
Varsity Tennis will head to Copperas Cove today for matches there.
Lady Badger softball is scrimmaging Academy at home today with games beginning at 5pm.
Badger JV baseball has a scrimmage at home at 5:30pm, and Badger Varsity Baseball has a non-district game in Canyon Lake with 1st pitch at 5:30pm.
Badger Soccer travels to Salado today for district games starting at 4pm.
Badger Basketball (boys) will be at home tonight hosting Salado. This will be parents night and the last home regular season game. This is a must-win, as the boys are fighting for a district playoff spot.
Tomorrow
Tomorrow brings the Annual Wild West Casino Night at the Lampasas County Show Barn.
The cost is $50 per person, with doors opening at 5:30pm, dinner at 6pm and gambling to commence at 6:30pm.
Casino night is a fundraiser for the Lampasas County Chamber of Commerce, LAFTA and Vision Lampasas. Come out and try your luck!
Cattle Rustling Charges
Based on scant information Lampasas Radio has been able to pick up a woman in north Lampasas county has lost a surprisingly large number of cattle to a tenant turned rustler.
The press release below tells some of the story:
LAMPASAS COUNTY, Texas — William D. “Bill” Watson, Lampasas, was arrested Wednesday following a joint investigation by Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Special Ranger Marvin Wills and Lampasas County Sheriff’s Department Detective David Thorp. The 63-year-old suspect faces two counts of theft of livestock charges.
William D. “Bill” Watson, Lampasas, was arrested Wednesday.
Earlier this month, Special Ranger Wills was contacted by a landowner who said she had reason to believe Watson, who lived on her ranch and helped with her cattle operation, was selling her livestock without her knowledge and keeping the proceeds. Through Wills’ investigation, he determined Watson had sold 47 head of cattle that belonged to his employer, along with 26 head of cattle Watson had allowed another Lampasas County producer to run on the ranch without the owner’s consent.
Watson has been arrested and charged for stealing 88 head of cattle from two victims valued at over $65,000. He is in the Lampasas County Jail on total bonds of $40,000.
Wills says the investigation and arrest was a team effort, and would like to thank Thorp, along with Sheriff Jess Ramos and his deputies.
The press release below tells some of the story:
LAMPASAS COUNTY, Texas — William D. “Bill” Watson, Lampasas, was arrested Wednesday following a joint investigation by Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Special Ranger Marvin Wills and Lampasas County Sheriff’s Department Detective David Thorp. The 63-year-old suspect faces two counts of theft of livestock charges.
William D. “Bill” Watson, Lampasas, was arrested Wednesday.
Earlier this month, Special Ranger Wills was contacted by a landowner who said she had reason to believe Watson, who lived on her ranch and helped with her cattle operation, was selling her livestock without her knowledge and keeping the proceeds. Through Wills’ investigation, he determined Watson had sold 47 head of cattle that belonged to his employer, along with 26 head of cattle Watson had allowed another Lampasas County producer to run on the ranch without the owner’s consent.
Watson has been arrested and charged for stealing 88 head of cattle from two victims valued at over $65,000. He is in the Lampasas County Jail on total bonds of $40,000.
Wills says the investigation and arrest was a team effort, and would like to thank Thorp, along with Sheriff Jess Ramos and his deputies.
Grand Jury Notes
The Lampasas Grand Jury met Wednesday and the following were true billed:
Game Warden (Milloway & Bayless) brought 2 cases:
Moses Loya-DWI 3rd or more
Steven Neal-Unauthorized use of motor vehicle
Lampasas Sheriff’s Dept. brought 3 cases:
David Carey-Aggravated assault w/ deadly weapon
Jaydan Deleon-harass public servant/discharge duty
Billie Proctor-Unauthroized use motor vehicle
Lampasas Police Dept. brought 11 cases:
Joshua DelacruzIinvasive visual recording
Crystal Hightower-Possession meth/drug free zone
Randal Recker-DWI 3rd or more
Brian Mezzacappa-Assault family member
Danny Sanchez-Sexual Assault
Joshua Dickinson-Cruelty to animals
Geronimo Romero-Assault/Family Violence
Ryan Bass-Assault/Family Member
Oceanbleau Bedell-Possession Meth/Drug Free Zone
David Delgado-Possession Meth/Drug Free Zone
Shannon Crumbley-Possession Meth-Drug Free Zone
The County Attorney brought one case:
Jahvion Johnson-prostitution/soliciting person under 18
*all Persons named above are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law
Game Warden (Milloway & Bayless) brought 2 cases:
Moses Loya-DWI 3rd or more
Steven Neal-Unauthorized use of motor vehicle
Lampasas Sheriff’s Dept. brought 3 cases:
David Carey-Aggravated assault w/ deadly weapon
Jaydan Deleon-harass public servant/discharge duty
Billie Proctor-Unauthroized use motor vehicle
Lampasas Police Dept. brought 11 cases:
Joshua DelacruzIinvasive visual recording
Crystal Hightower-Possession meth/drug free zone
Randal Recker-DWI 3rd or more
Brian Mezzacappa-Assault family member
Danny Sanchez-Sexual Assault
Joshua Dickinson-Cruelty to animals
Geronimo Romero-Assault/Family Violence
Ryan Bass-Assault/Family Member
Oceanbleau Bedell-Possession Meth/Drug Free Zone
David Delgado-Possession Meth/Drug Free Zone
Shannon Crumbley-Possession Meth-Drug Free Zone
The County Attorney brought one case:
Jahvion Johnson-prostitution/soliciting person under 18
*all Persons named above are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law
the weather
The High yesterday 56° The Low this morning 37°
The forecasters tell us that this morning there was an arctic cold front making its way through the Dallas area. It was expected to reach Central Texas by mid morning. Look for an increase in the northerly winds and increasing cloud cover for a bit. Most of the really frigid air should remain to our northeast, but the steady winds at 10-15 mph from the north will keep the high temperature for us in the 40’s. Tonight look for clear and cold with lows in the 20’s. It was also mentioned that the outlook for late February shows below normal temperatures, and above normal precipitation. This will be a good thing for the short-term drought conditions.
Today: clearing with a high near 49°. The wind will be W-NE at 10-15 mph gusting as high as 20 mph.
Tonight: Clear with a low around 26° and N-NE wind at 5-10 mph.
Friday: Sunny with a high near 53°. Winds will be N-NE at 5-10 mph shifting to the E-SE in the afternoon.
Friday Night: Winds will be SE at 5-10 mph. Skies will be mostly clear with a low of 37° .
Saturday: Warming up with mostly sunny skies and a high temperature near 65°. Winds will be S-SW at 5-15 mph with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Saturday Night: 46° with partly cloudy skies, and S wind at 5-10 mph.
Sunday: A high temperature near 75° with mostly sunny skies and W-SW wind at 5-10 mph.
The forecasters tell us that this morning there was an arctic cold front making its way through the Dallas area. It was expected to reach Central Texas by mid morning. Look for an increase in the northerly winds and increasing cloud cover for a bit. Most of the really frigid air should remain to our northeast, but the steady winds at 10-15 mph from the north will keep the high temperature for us in the 40’s. Tonight look for clear and cold with lows in the 20’s. It was also mentioned that the outlook for late February shows below normal temperatures, and above normal precipitation. This will be a good thing for the short-term drought conditions.
Today: clearing with a high near 49°. The wind will be W-NE at 10-15 mph gusting as high as 20 mph.
Tonight: Clear with a low around 26° and N-NE wind at 5-10 mph.
Friday: Sunny with a high near 53°. Winds will be N-NE at 5-10 mph shifting to the E-SE in the afternoon.
Friday Night: Winds will be SE at 5-10 mph. Skies will be mostly clear with a low of 37° .
Saturday: Warming up with mostly sunny skies and a high temperature near 65°. Winds will be S-SW at 5-15 mph with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Saturday Night: 46° with partly cloudy skies, and S wind at 5-10 mph.
Sunday: A high temperature near 75° with mostly sunny skies and W-SW wind at 5-10 mph.
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Wednesday shows a minor accident in the 1200 block of E. Ave G at 12:31am. A reckless driver was reported in the 100 block of EE Ohnmeiss at 6:28am, then a disturbance was reported in the 2700 block of 281S at 8:15am. A minor accident was reported in the 1700 block of CTE at 9:16am. Suspicious activity was reported in the 1000 block of Bridge St. at 11:34am. The afternoon shows a suspicious vehicle in the 200 block of N. Spring St. at 1:44pm. Luke Gurganus of San Diego, California was arrested in the 100 block of S. Broad at 3:16p[m fro DWI 2nd, and Eliot Pope, 54, of Lampasas was detained in the 300 block of N. Hackberry for assault/contact at 4:29pm. A reported theft call came in from the 2900 block of 281S at 5:33pm. 10:23pm saw the arrest of Eryka Stewart, 18, of Lampasas in the 200 block of E. Ave B for reckless driving, and a suspicious vehicle was reported in WM Brook Park at 11:34pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Wednesday shows Kempner with animal problems, civil matters, an alarm call and 2 warrants served. Out in the county there was an accident, medical calls, a reported fraud, animal/livestock issues, and 3 warrants were served. Deputies went into Cove for medical calls, an alarm call and livestock issues.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of 18 year olf Devin Hughes of Kempner for failure to appear, a 30 year old Lampasas man on a probation violation. 42 year old Michael Robinson of Belton for failure to appear, and 63 year old William Watson of Lometa for theft of cattle/horse/exotic livestock 2 counts.
The Burn Ban has been lifted until 5pm Monday, February 17.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Wednesday shows Kempner with animal problems, civil matters, an alarm call and 2 warrants served. Out in the county there was an accident, medical calls, a reported fraud, animal/livestock issues, and 3 warrants were served. Deputies went into Cove for medical calls, an alarm call and livestock issues.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of 18 year olf Devin Hughes of Kempner for failure to appear, a 30 year old Lampasas man on a probation violation. 42 year old Michael Robinson of Belton for failure to appear, and 63 year old William Watson of Lometa for theft of cattle/horse/exotic livestock 2 counts.
The Burn Ban has been lifted until 5pm Monday, February 17.
Lampasas Pursuit
The Lampasas Police Dept. shared the following press release on February 12th:
“On February 11 at 5:52pm, we received information about a motorist that displayed a firearm. Our Patrol Sergeant located the vehicle and attempted to make a traffic stop on that vehicle and they fled. The chase led them through east Lampasas to Bell County where they crashed at FM 116 and Lomas Rodando Calzada Rd. Two Police Department units, a deputy and highway patrol were involved in the chase. The female passenger Rachel Raymond was taken into custody for tampering with evidence for allegedly tossing a firearm out of the window of the vehicle during the chase, which has been recovered.
The Lampasas Police Dept. has provided the following information: there are 2 warrants issued for Michael Ray Pierce, 29, with last known address of Richland Springs, Texas. One for felony evading with a vehicle and one for tampering with evidence. The Lampasas Police Dept. has asked anyone with information to call 512.556.6235
“On February 11 at 5:52pm, we received information about a motorist that displayed a firearm. Our Patrol Sergeant located the vehicle and attempted to make a traffic stop on that vehicle and they fled. The chase led them through east Lampasas to Bell County where they crashed at FM 116 and Lomas Rodando Calzada Rd. Two Police Department units, a deputy and highway patrol were involved in the chase. The female passenger Rachel Raymond was taken into custody for tampering with evidence for allegedly tossing a firearm out of the window of the vehicle during the chase, which has been recovered.
The Lampasas Police Dept. has provided the following information: there are 2 warrants issued for Michael Ray Pierce, 29, with last known address of Richland Springs, Texas. One for felony evading with a vehicle and one for tampering with evidence. The Lampasas Police Dept. has asked anyone with information to call 512.556.6235
Lady Badger Playoffs
The Lampasas Lady Badgers will be playing the Fredericksburg Billies in the first round of the playoffs. The game will be on Monday, February 17th at 6:30pm at Burger Center 3200 Jones Rd., Austin. Lampasas will be the visiting team.
The game will be broadcast live on KCYLam 1450 and streamed from lampasasradio.com/lampradio1.
The game will be broadcast live on KCYLam 1450 and streamed from lampasasradio.com/lampradio1.
Holiday Closings
The City of Lampasas will be observing President’s Day on Monday. The City offices and the Public Library will be closed on Monday. The County offices will be closed on Monday, as well as Lampasas ISD. Lometa ISD will have classes as usual. The City of Copperas will be closed as well
Election Filing Deadline
The filing deadline to apply to run for a position in the city election or the Lampasas ISD election is Friday, February 14th at 5pm. If you have any questions call City Hall 512.556.6831, or the LISD Administration building at 512.556.6224. In Lometa the deadline for the regular election is tomorrow at 5pm, however the deadline to apply to run in the special election is March 6th at 5pm.
Local Jr. FFA Member at
San Antonio Livestock Show
Congratulations to Lampasas Jr FFA member Paige Rutland who placed in the top ten in the San Antonio Livestock Show’s Swine Skillathon
hole-in-one at hancock
On Saturday, February 1st, long time member of the Hancock Golf Association, Erin Cobb scored a hole in one on Hancock Golf Course's 6th hole. The number 6 hole is a 120 yard par 3. Cobb who is 62 years old and a Kempner resident was playing with Shane Baxter when he accomplished his ace. Erin said he had been playing golf for over 36 years,however, during that period of time he gave up golf to serve his county for over four years in the service . Cobb said, "this was my second hole in one with the first coming in 1980 in El Paso, Texas.”
cattle market report
Lampasas Cattle Auction’s weekly sale took place
Wednesday and 159 head were on hand, down from the 360 head of the last sale a week ago, and down from the315 head a year ago at this time.
Feeder steers and heifers were $3-$5 lower on a limited test. Slaughter cows and bulls were steady.
Feeder Steers Feeder Heifers
200-300lbs No Test 200-300lbs $1.43-$1.56/lb
300-400lbs $1.39-$1.80/lb 300-400lbs $1.55-$1.58/lb
400-500lbs $1.74-$1.80/lb 400-500lbs $1.37-$1.51/lb
500-600lbs $1.46-$1.70/lb 500-600lbs $1.36-$1.43/lb
600-700lbs $1.34-$1.49/lb 600-700lbs $1.22-$1.37/lb
700-800lbs $1.00-$1.22/lb 700-800lbs $1.00-$1.19/lb
Slaughter Cows Slaughter Bulls
Under 800lbs No Test 1000-1300lbs No Test
800-1100lb .57 -.63/lb 1300-2100lbs .71-.86/lb
1100-1300lbs .58-.64/lb Replacements No Test
Bred Replacement Cows
Baby Tooth to 5yr old- No Test
Solid Mouth – No Test
Cow/Calf Pairs -
Young to Middle Age w/baby-300 lb calf-No Test
Aged Cows w/baby-300 lb calf– No Test
Wednesday and 159 head were on hand, down from the 360 head of the last sale a week ago, and down from the315 head a year ago at this time.
Feeder steers and heifers were $3-$5 lower on a limited test. Slaughter cows and bulls were steady.
Feeder Steers Feeder Heifers
200-300lbs No Test 200-300lbs $1.43-$1.56/lb
300-400lbs $1.39-$1.80/lb 300-400lbs $1.55-$1.58/lb
400-500lbs $1.74-$1.80/lb 400-500lbs $1.37-$1.51/lb
500-600lbs $1.46-$1.70/lb 500-600lbs $1.36-$1.43/lb
600-700lbs $1.34-$1.49/lb 600-700lbs $1.22-$1.37/lb
700-800lbs $1.00-$1.22/lb 700-800lbs $1.00-$1.19/lb
Slaughter Cows Slaughter Bulls
Under 800lbs No Test 1000-1300lbs No Test
800-1100lb .57 -.63/lb 1300-2100lbs .71-.86/lb
1100-1300lbs .58-.64/lb Replacements No Test
Bred Replacement Cows
Baby Tooth to 5yr old- No Test
Solid Mouth – No Test
Cow/Calf Pairs -
Young to Middle Age w/baby-300 lb calf-No Test
Aged Cows w/baby-300 lb calf– No Test
the weather
The High yesterday 42°
The Low this morning 40°
The Lampasas Area received 2.06 inches of rain.
Today: Cloudy then gradually clearing to sunny skies with a high near 57°. N-NW wind at 5-10 mph shifting W in the afternoon.
Tonight: Mostly clear with a low near 36°, and wind will be W at 5-10 mph becoming N after midnight.
Thursday: Sunny with a high near 50°. Wind will be W-NE at 10-15 mph.
Thursday Night: A low near 27° and mostly clear skies. Wind will be NE at 5-10 mph.
Friday Sunny with a high temperature near 54°. Wind will be NE at 5-10 mph shifting to the E-SE in the afternoon.
Friday Night: Partly cloudy with a low near 38° and SE wind at 5-10 mph.
Saturday: Partly Sunny with a high near 63°. S wind at 5-10 mph.
The Low this morning 40°
The Lampasas Area received 2.06 inches of rain.
Today: Cloudy then gradually clearing to sunny skies with a high near 57°. N-NW wind at 5-10 mph shifting W in the afternoon.
Tonight: Mostly clear with a low near 36°, and wind will be W at 5-10 mph becoming N after midnight.
Thursday: Sunny with a high near 50°. Wind will be W-NE at 10-15 mph.
Thursday Night: A low near 27° and mostly clear skies. Wind will be NE at 5-10 mph.
Friday Sunny with a high temperature near 54°. Wind will be NE at 5-10 mph shifting to the E-SE in the afternoon.
Friday Night: Partly cloudy with a low near 38° and SE wind at 5-10 mph.
Saturday: Partly Sunny with a high near 63°. S wind at 5-10 mph.
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Tuesday shows a DWI reported in the 900 block of s. Key at 12:47am, then a harassment in the 2700 block of 281S at 7:54am, then a theft at the same location was reported at 9am. A missing person report came in from the 1200 block of E. Ave F at 9:17am. The afternoon shows an assault by threat in the 300 block of N. Key at 12:36, then suspicious activity on Castleberry St. at 41:53pm. There were 3 minor accidents; one in the 1200 block of CTE at 1:56pm, one in the 600 block of CTE at 2:03pm and one in the1300 block of S> Key at 2:23pm. A disturbance was reported in the 400 block of E. 7th St. at 4:42pm and a domestic disturbance took place in the 1100 block of E. 4th St. at 5:03pm.
Rachel Lynn Raymond was arrested in the 3000 block of Lomas Rodando Calzada in Copperas Cove for Tampering/Fabricating evidence in an attempt to impair and possession of a controlled substance PG1 less than a gram.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter shows Lometa with animal issues. Kempner had a medical call, and an accident. Out in the county there were medical calls, a fish & game issue and 2 accidents.
Deputies went into Cove on an alarm call
Rachel Lynn Raymond was arrested in the 3000 block of Lomas Rodando Calzada in Copperas Cove for Tampering/Fabricating evidence in an attempt to impair and possession of a controlled substance PG1 less than a gram.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter shows Lometa with animal issues. Kempner had a medical call, and an accident. Out in the county there were medical calls, a fish & game issue and 2 accidents.
Deputies went into Cove on an alarm call
city managers notes
Lampasas City Manger Finley de Graffenreid visited the Lampasas Radio studios this morning. He and Ronnie Witcher reviewed some of the items the City Council discussed at the last City Council meeting.
The Tree Ordinance, he said, will probably be on the books in 30-60 days.
He shared that he is consulting with the Lampasas Fire Dept. and TCEQ on guidelines for burning inside the city limits. He also shared that the brush chipping program will be starting for brush pick-up in the city.
The city is trying to make their way to creating hiking trails at the Cooper Springs Nature park, so look for that to happen as well.
The Tree Ordinance, he said, will probably be on the books in 30-60 days.
He shared that he is consulting with the Lampasas Fire Dept. and TCEQ on guidelines for burning inside the city limits. He also shared that the brush chipping program will be starting for brush pick-up in the city.
The city is trying to make their way to creating hiking trails at the Cooper Springs Nature park, so look for that to happen as well.
filing deadline approaches
Discussed this morning as well, the filing deadline to apply to run for a position in the city election is Friday, February 14th at 5pm. If you have any questions call City Hall 512.556.6831
district court notes
Lampasas Courthouse was the site of a 27th District Docket Call on February 7th. Presiding over the Court was 27th District Judge Gauntt.
Altogether 36 cases were brought to the court. 12 of them involved women and 24 involved men. Failing to appear on a charges of possession of a controlled substance was Nevada Pierce of San Angelo, and Shawn Lampe of Burton, Texas.
There were 16 cases of possession of a controlled substance, 10 for less than a gram, 4 for 1-4 grams, 1 for possession in a drug-free zone, and one for manufacture and delivery 4-200 grams. There was one DWI case. Felony cases for burglary numbered three, with 2 theft of property cases, one for theft of a firearm. There were two cases for forgery and 3 for debit/credit card abuse. There was one assault case, and two for prohibited substance in a correctional facility. There was one case for unauthorized absence from a correctional facility.
There was one case each for; possession of child pornography, indecency with a child/sexual contact, sexual assault and promoting intimate visual recording.
Of the 36 cases presented to the court, 12 were resolved. Heather Nicole Jones of Killeen pled guilty on two charges of forgery of a financial instrument, and received 10 years probation plus fines, costs and restitution. Edward Manicom of Lampasas pled guilty on the charge of possession of meth less than a gram and was sentenced to 90 days of county jail plus costs and fines. Robin Burgess pled guilty to theft of a firearm and was sentenced to 180 days in State Jail with credit for time served. Heath Cole, on the charge of possession of meth less than a gram was sentenced to 4 years probation. Eddie Laney for a DWI 3rd or more charge was sentenced to 8 years probation, 10 days county jail, and had his license suspended for a year. For unauthorized absence from a correctional facility, Meghan Bray received 5 years probation plus fines and costs. Antonio Flores of Lometa, on 3 charges of burglary was sentenced to 14 years in TDCJ plus court costs. On the charge of possession of meth less than a gram, Orville Reynolds of Lometa pled guilty and was sentenced to 2 years TDCJ with credit for days served
Altogether 36 cases were brought to the court. 12 of them involved women and 24 involved men. Failing to appear on a charges of possession of a controlled substance was Nevada Pierce of San Angelo, and Shawn Lampe of Burton, Texas.
There were 16 cases of possession of a controlled substance, 10 for less than a gram, 4 for 1-4 grams, 1 for possession in a drug-free zone, and one for manufacture and delivery 4-200 grams. There was one DWI case. Felony cases for burglary numbered three, with 2 theft of property cases, one for theft of a firearm. There were two cases for forgery and 3 for debit/credit card abuse. There was one assault case, and two for prohibited substance in a correctional facility. There was one case for unauthorized absence from a correctional facility.
There was one case each for; possession of child pornography, indecency with a child/sexual contact, sexual assault and promoting intimate visual recording.
Of the 36 cases presented to the court, 12 were resolved. Heather Nicole Jones of Killeen pled guilty on two charges of forgery of a financial instrument, and received 10 years probation plus fines, costs and restitution. Edward Manicom of Lampasas pled guilty on the charge of possession of meth less than a gram and was sentenced to 90 days of county jail plus costs and fines. Robin Burgess pled guilty to theft of a firearm and was sentenced to 180 days in State Jail with credit for time served. Heath Cole, on the charge of possession of meth less than a gram was sentenced to 4 years probation. Eddie Laney for a DWI 3rd or more charge was sentenced to 8 years probation, 10 days county jail, and had his license suspended for a year. For unauthorized absence from a correctional facility, Meghan Bray received 5 years probation plus fines and costs. Antonio Flores of Lometa, on 3 charges of burglary was sentenced to 14 years in TDCJ plus court costs. On the charge of possession of meth less than a gram, Orville Reynolds of Lometa pled guilty and was sentenced to 2 years TDCJ with credit for days served
funeral/death notice
Susie Nadine Bodenhamer, 93 of Lampasas died February 8 at Metroplex Hospital in Killeen.
She was born October 31, 1926 in Nix Community to parents Gaither Patterson and Jeanette (Tweedle) Patterson. Sue lived in this area her entire life. After high school graduation she worked as a beautician, a bookkeeper. She married John Clifford Bodenhamer and they lived and ranched in the Naruna community for many years. Sue was a member of First Baptist Church. She was an excellent cook, seamstress and loved to make quilts.
She is survived by 2 sons; Buster Wilder of El Paso and Gaither Wilder of Ft. Worth. Numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great great-grandchildren survive.
Sue was preceded in death by her husband J.C. Bodenhamer, daughter, Patricia Davis and son, Donald E. Wilder.
Graveside funeral service will be Saturday February 15 at 10am at Naruna Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday evening from 5-7pm at Sneed Funeral Chapel.
She was born October 31, 1926 in Nix Community to parents Gaither Patterson and Jeanette (Tweedle) Patterson. Sue lived in this area her entire life. After high school graduation she worked as a beautician, a bookkeeper. She married John Clifford Bodenhamer and they lived and ranched in the Naruna community for many years. Sue was a member of First Baptist Church. She was an excellent cook, seamstress and loved to make quilts.
She is survived by 2 sons; Buster Wilder of El Paso and Gaither Wilder of Ft. Worth. Numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great great-grandchildren survive.
Sue was preceded in death by her husband J.C. Bodenhamer, daughter, Patricia Davis and son, Donald E. Wilder.
Graveside funeral service will be Saturday February 15 at 10am at Naruna Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday evening from 5-7pm at Sneed Funeral Chapel.
the weather
The High yesterday 67° (at 4:53am)
The Low this morning 40°
Look for more rain activity over the next several yhours, and forecasters say the activity will spread to the north and east through the day. While there will be breaks in the rain, most of the day will be cold and wet. As we head into the nighttime hours, the showers will continue to be widespread. The rain should end tomorrow from west to east as the system moves out of the region. Rain chances may return over the weekend and the concern is that with another system so close on the heels of this one there may be flooding concerns.
Today: An 80% chance of showers and storms. Winds are N at 10-15 mph. The high temperature will be near 44° .
Tonight: A 100% chance of rain, with new rainfall amounts of up to an inch, and a low temperature of 39°. The wind will be N at 10 mph.
Wednesday: Cloudy in the morning with a 50% chance of showers, then gradual clearing with a high near 58°. Wind will be W-NW at 10-15 mph gusting to near 20 mph.
Wednesday Night: Mostly clear with a low near 36°. The wind will be N-NW at 5-10 mph.
Thursday: Sunny with a high near 52°. Wind will be N-NE at 10-15 mph.
Thursday Night: Mostly clear with NE wind at 5-10 and a low near 29°.
The Low this morning 40°
Look for more rain activity over the next several yhours, and forecasters say the activity will spread to the north and east through the day. While there will be breaks in the rain, most of the day will be cold and wet. As we head into the nighttime hours, the showers will continue to be widespread. The rain should end tomorrow from west to east as the system moves out of the region. Rain chances may return over the weekend and the concern is that with another system so close on the heels of this one there may be flooding concerns.
Today: An 80% chance of showers and storms. Winds are N at 10-15 mph. The high temperature will be near 44° .
Tonight: A 100% chance of rain, with new rainfall amounts of up to an inch, and a low temperature of 39°. The wind will be N at 10 mph.
Wednesday: Cloudy in the morning with a 50% chance of showers, then gradual clearing with a high near 58°. Wind will be W-NW at 10-15 mph gusting to near 20 mph.
Wednesday Night: Mostly clear with a low near 36°. The wind will be N-NW at 5-10 mph.
Thursday: Sunny with a high near 52°. Wind will be N-NE at 10-15 mph.
Thursday Night: Mostly clear with NE wind at 5-10 and a low near 29°.
The Blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Monday shows a quiet overnight then an assault by threat was reported in the 600 block of E. 3rd St at 8:31am. The afternoon shows a fraud reported in the 300 block of E. 3rd St at 2:02pm. There were 2 disturbances in the 220 block of Riverview Dr., one at 4:08pm and one at 4:42pm. At 10:22pm a burglary of a motor vehicle was reported from the 600 block of White St.
The Sheriff’s Dept. shows Kempner with animal problems, a welfare check and a reported trespassing. Out in the county there were medical calls, a reported theft, animal problems, civil matters, an abandoned vehicle, a warrant was served, a call regarding a suicidal person and a burglary in progress. Deputies went into Cove to serve a warrant.
The Jail Log shows the arrest 18 year old Geronimo Romero of Lampasas on a probation violation.
The Burn Ban has been lifted until February 17th at 5pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. shows Kempner with animal problems, a welfare check and a reported trespassing. Out in the county there were medical calls, a reported theft, animal problems, civil matters, an abandoned vehicle, a warrant was served, a call regarding a suicidal person and a burglary in progress. Deputies went into Cove to serve a warrant.
The Jail Log shows the arrest 18 year old Geronimo Romero of Lampasas on a probation violation.
The Burn Ban has been lifted until February 17th at 5pm.
County Commissioners Meet
The Lampasas County Commissioners held a regular meeting yesterday, February 10, at the Lampasas County Courthouse.
The agenda items that were discussed included the removal of Nelda DeRiso and Sharon Watson from the accounts at NationalUnited Bank, and Melissa Karcher placed on these accounts. Two new bonds were approved for $5000. On e of the bonds is for the new County Auditor, Tragina Smith, and one for the appointed Constable of Precinct 4, Gilbert Esparza. A motion to approve the preliminary subdivision plat for the Hilltop Springs Ranch was not approved. The vote at the meeting was 2-3, and the commissioners wanted an opportunity to discuss this further at the called meeting at 1:30 yesterday. A bid request for lawn care and maintenance was discussed. The bid will include maintaining the new jail, the courthouse , the current jail and around the annex building. Also included in the bid would be winter seeding , fertilizing and a few more things. The mowing would be done approximately 26 times a year. an ad will be placed in the paper on February 18th, and a pre-bid meeting will be held on February 24th. The sealed bids will be opened in the Auditor’s office on March 4th and the bid will be awarded on March 9th. If all the bids are too high, the commissioners will turn them down. A contract for professional service regarding redistricting for the 2020 census as required by state law was approved for $18,500. The same firm used in 2009-2010. Allison, Bass & McGee, will be handling this for the county.
Regarding the Jail Project, Judge Hoyer stated that “In regard to the Jail Project, right now attorneys and our architect are working with the bonding company (Travelers Insurance) in assuring all the claims from the sub-contractors are paid. The insurance company is also looking for a General Contractor to finish the Jail Project.”
Judge Hoyer lifted the burn ban until Monday, February 17th at 5pm.
City
The agenda items that were discussed included the removal of Nelda DeRiso and Sharon Watson from the accounts at NationalUnited Bank, and Melissa Karcher placed on these accounts. Two new bonds were approved for $5000. On e of the bonds is for the new County Auditor, Tragina Smith, and one for the appointed Constable of Precinct 4, Gilbert Esparza. A motion to approve the preliminary subdivision plat for the Hilltop Springs Ranch was not approved. The vote at the meeting was 2-3, and the commissioners wanted an opportunity to discuss this further at the called meeting at 1:30 yesterday. A bid request for lawn care and maintenance was discussed. The bid will include maintaining the new jail, the courthouse , the current jail and around the annex building. Also included in the bid would be winter seeding , fertilizing and a few more things. The mowing would be done approximately 26 times a year. an ad will be placed in the paper on February 18th, and a pre-bid meeting will be held on February 24th. The sealed bids will be opened in the Auditor’s office on March 4th and the bid will be awarded on March 9th. If all the bids are too high, the commissioners will turn them down. A contract for professional service regarding redistricting for the 2020 census as required by state law was approved for $18,500. The same firm used in 2009-2010. Allison, Bass & McGee, will be handling this for the county.
Regarding the Jail Project, Judge Hoyer stated that “In regard to the Jail Project, right now attorneys and our architect are working with the bonding company (Travelers Insurance) in assuring all the claims from the sub-contractors are paid. The insurance company is also looking for a General Contractor to finish the Jail Project.”
Judge Hoyer lifted the burn ban until Monday, February 17th at 5pm.
City
City Council notes
The Lampasas City Council met yesterday in Council Chambers at 6pm.
Esmeralda Sanchez was awarded a Certificate of Appreciation for the “shoe drive” she has completed for the past 2 years at Lampasas Middle School. Ms. Sanchez collected shoes from donors and did a lot of shopping to ensure the students, over 100 students, received not only one but two pairs of shoes.
During the public comments section Miss Sandy Tompkins, a retired teacher voiced concerns about the Tree Preservation in town, and private property rights regarding removal of trees. She spoke of having families purchase and “adopt” a tree, and be involved for caring for the tree. It was also mentioned that the Burr Oak tree be the tree to symbolize Lampasas.
A quote to Core & Main for $140,.000 for the purchase of 676 Neptune radio read water meters. 626 of the meters will be installed and the remaining 50 will be used for new construction or to replace malfunctioning units.
The City Council approved a request from the Lampasas Public Library for $50,000 in Guthrie Funds. The plans include a tree house, picnic tables, benches and trash receptacles.
The Spring Ho festival and timeline was approved. The Spring Ho will have many of the activities from last year, but not the Hot as Hell BBQ Cookoff. Also, the Grand Parade will start at 10am instead of 11am
Esmeralda Sanchez was awarded a Certificate of Appreciation for the “shoe drive” she has completed for the past 2 years at Lampasas Middle School. Ms. Sanchez collected shoes from donors and did a lot of shopping to ensure the students, over 100 students, received not only one but two pairs of shoes.
During the public comments section Miss Sandy Tompkins, a retired teacher voiced concerns about the Tree Preservation in town, and private property rights regarding removal of trees. She spoke of having families purchase and “adopt” a tree, and be involved for caring for the tree. It was also mentioned that the Burr Oak tree be the tree to symbolize Lampasas.
A quote to Core & Main for $140,.000 for the purchase of 676 Neptune radio read water meters. 626 of the meters will be installed and the remaining 50 will be used for new construction or to replace malfunctioning units.
The City Council approved a request from the Lampasas Public Library for $50,000 in Guthrie Funds. The plans include a tree house, picnic tables, benches and trash receptacles.
The Spring Ho festival and timeline was approved. The Spring Ho will have many of the activities from last year, but not the Hot as Hell BBQ Cookoff. Also, the Grand Parade will start at 10am instead of 11am
area FFA Students Around the State
Lampasas County 4-H Exhibitor Michaela White placed 10th in the breeding gilt show this morning
Dawson Raub, A senior at Lampasas HS and FFA President placed ninth with his market steer in Ft. Worth Friday and made the Premium sale. He is the son of Mary and Daryl Raub of Lampasas
Dawson Raub, A senior at Lampasas HS and FFA President placed ninth with his market steer in Ft. Worth Friday and made the Premium sale. He is the son of Mary and Daryl Raub of Lampasas
Band Students Advance
Ms. Oreka, Band Director at Lampasas High School said the solo/ensemble competition at Liberty Hill High School on Saturday was tough. From Lampasas High School, Brody Custer will advance to the state competition with his Marimba solo, and the clarinet quartet of Lucas Villesca, Cierra Gamez, Jackson Lillard, and Jarrod Turner will advance with their ensemble.
The next contest is May 25th at Hendrickson High School in Pflugerville
the weather
The High yesterday 69° The Low this morning 55°
A cold front will move through the area this morning, and look for much cooler air to make its way into our area today. Look for falling temperatures today mainly in the 40’s and 50’s. The forecasters are telling us that a cold rain will move in from the west as early as noon, eventually covering all of Central Texas this afternoon. Then there will be a break from the rain tonight, then another round of rain should be here just in time for tomorrow mornings commute. The several days of rainfall will increase the flood threat Tuesday through Wednesday morning as another round of showers moves through. There is talk of a flash flood watch, and the locations involved depend on where the rain-making system stalls out. When that is determined, a flash flood watch may be issued.
Today: The chances for showers and storms steadily increases through the day. Mostly cloudy with temperatures falling throughout the day. N wind near 10 mph. A 70% chance of rain.
Tonight: The chance for showers at 50% after 9pm with N winds at 5-10 mph. The low will be near 40°.
Tuesday: A 100% chance of rain and the high temperature will be near 46°. Winds will be N-NE at 10-15 mph.
Tuesday Night: Winds will be N at 10-15 mph, with 20 mph gusts possible There is a 90% chance of showers and storms with some places seeing heavy rainfall. The low temperature should be near 39°.
Wednesday: Cloudy skies and a high near 55° with a 80% chance of rain in the morning. Winds will be NW at 10 mph.
Wednesday Night: Mostly clear skies with a low near 35°. Winds will be NW at 5-+10 mph.
A cold front will move through the area this morning, and look for much cooler air to make its way into our area today. Look for falling temperatures today mainly in the 40’s and 50’s. The forecasters are telling us that a cold rain will move in from the west as early as noon, eventually covering all of Central Texas this afternoon. Then there will be a break from the rain tonight, then another round of rain should be here just in time for tomorrow mornings commute. The several days of rainfall will increase the flood threat Tuesday through Wednesday morning as another round of showers moves through. There is talk of a flash flood watch, and the locations involved depend on where the rain-making system stalls out. When that is determined, a flash flood watch may be issued.
Today: The chances for showers and storms steadily increases through the day. Mostly cloudy with temperatures falling throughout the day. N wind near 10 mph. A 70% chance of rain.
Tonight: The chance for showers at 50% after 9pm with N winds at 5-10 mph. The low will be near 40°.
Tuesday: A 100% chance of rain and the high temperature will be near 46°. Winds will be N-NE at 10-15 mph.
Tuesday Night: Winds will be N at 10-15 mph, with 20 mph gusts possible There is a 90% chance of showers and storms with some places seeing heavy rainfall. The low temperature should be near 39°.
Wednesday: Cloudy skies and a high near 55° with a 80% chance of rain in the morning. Winds will be NW at 10 mph.
Wednesday Night: Mostly clear skies with a low near 35°. Winds will be NW at 5-+10 mph.
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Saturday shows an assault in the 1500 block of FM580W at 3:03am. A suspicious vehicle was reported in the 100 block of EE Ohnmeiss Dr. alt 6:46am, then suspicious activity in the 1700 block of Taylor St. at 10:30am. The afternoon shows a burglary of a habitation was reported form the 1000 block of E Ave. C at 12:16pm. Suspicious persons were reported, one in the 400 block of CTE at 3:15pm, and another in the 1500 block of S. Key at 4:14pm.
Criminal mischief was reported in the 1000 block of W. Ave E at 4:29pm, then a suspicious person in the 100 block of N. Main at 4:35pm. There was an assault by threat in the 600 block of N. Key at 5:40pm, then another suspicious person in the 300 block of E. 3rd St. at 7:23pm. there was a minor accident in the 100 block of E Ave J at 8:09pm.
Sunday’s blotter shows a suspicious vehicle in the 100 block of EE Ohnmeiss at 12:10am. In the 1600 block of S. Key, a burglary of a business was reported at 4:10am, then another burglary of a business at the same location at 9:59am. The afternoon shows a reported burglary of a vehicle in the 900 block of S. Main St. at 5:07pm. In the 1200 block of CTE, there was a reported theft at 6:47, then a disturbance at 7:13pm.Tehre was a suspicious person in the 1700 block of W. 1st at 7:30pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for the weekend shows
Lometa with a medical call, an animal issue and a report of suspicious activity. Kempner had livestock issues, a reported harassment, welfare checks, reported disturbances, civil matters, reported threats and a noise complaint. Out in the county there were requests for extra patrols, livestock issues, medical calls, and reports of suspicious behavior. Deputies went into Cove on a report of suspicious activity.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of 2 people for pretrial class A & B misdemeanors, 45 year old Daniel Spry of copperas Cove and 23 year old Shaquille Marquis of Kempner.
The Burn Ban goes back into effect today at 5pm.
(See Story)
Criminal mischief was reported in the 1000 block of W. Ave E at 4:29pm, then a suspicious person in the 100 block of N. Main at 4:35pm. There was an assault by threat in the 600 block of N. Key at 5:40pm, then another suspicious person in the 300 block of E. 3rd St. at 7:23pm. there was a minor accident in the 100 block of E Ave J at 8:09pm.
Sunday’s blotter shows a suspicious vehicle in the 100 block of EE Ohnmeiss at 12:10am. In the 1600 block of S. Key, a burglary of a business was reported at 4:10am, then another burglary of a business at the same location at 9:59am. The afternoon shows a reported burglary of a vehicle in the 900 block of S. Main St. at 5:07pm. In the 1200 block of CTE, there was a reported theft at 6:47, then a disturbance at 7:13pm.Tehre was a suspicious person in the 1700 block of W. 1st at 7:30pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for the weekend shows
Lometa with a medical call, an animal issue and a report of suspicious activity. Kempner had livestock issues, a reported harassment, welfare checks, reported disturbances, civil matters, reported threats and a noise complaint. Out in the county there were requests for extra patrols, livestock issues, medical calls, and reports of suspicious behavior. Deputies went into Cove on a report of suspicious activity.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of 2 people for pretrial class A & B misdemeanors, 45 year old Daniel Spry of copperas Cove and 23 year old Shaquille Marquis of Kempner.
The Burn Ban goes back into effect today at 5pm.
(See Story)
Monday Meetings
The Lampasas County Commissioners Court held a regular meeting this morning at 9am at the Lampasas County Courthouse. On the agenda is the consent agenda, public comments, approval of Auditor’s bond, and approval of Constable’s bond. The Commissioners will also be discussing a preliminary subdivision plat for Hill Top Springs Ranch, requesting bids for professional lawn care & grounds maintenance. There will also be a discussion about a contract for professional services for precinct redistricting.
The commissioners will hold a called meeting today at 1:30 pm. On the agenda is a subdivision workshop.
The Lampasas City Council will meet today at 5:30pm for a workshop session in City Council Chambers. ON the agenda for the workshop session is the City council work plan. Also up for discussion will be the citizen collection station recycling, promotion and hours of operation. Discussion will also include updates on the Cooper Spring Trail Grant, and the Library Park Project and use of Guthrie funds for that project, and discussion regarding outdoor burning regulated by TCEQ.
In the regular session at 6pm the City Council will hear citizen comments, the consent agenda and the city managers operational report. The New Business agenda includes submission of the 2019 LPD racial profile report, the access and use agreement between the City of Lampasas Rodeo Arena and the Lampasas Riding Club. Also included will be discussion regarding the renewal of the contract between the City of Lampasas and Waste Connections, discussion/action regarding approval of a quote to install 626 Neptune waster meters by Core & Main in an amount not to exceed $25,666. There will also be discussion regarding approval of the special events for the city for the year 2020.
Discussion/action on the use of Guthrie Funds for the Library Park Project will be discussed as well as approval of the preliminary plat of Hillside Acres.
The commissioners will hold a called meeting today at 1:30 pm. On the agenda is a subdivision workshop.
The Lampasas City Council will meet today at 5:30pm for a workshop session in City Council Chambers. ON the agenda for the workshop session is the City council work plan. Also up for discussion will be the citizen collection station recycling, promotion and hours of operation. Discussion will also include updates on the Cooper Spring Trail Grant, and the Library Park Project and use of Guthrie funds for that project, and discussion regarding outdoor burning regulated by TCEQ.
In the regular session at 6pm the City Council will hear citizen comments, the consent agenda and the city managers operational report. The New Business agenda includes submission of the 2019 LPD racial profile report, the access and use agreement between the City of Lampasas Rodeo Arena and the Lampasas Riding Club. Also included will be discussion regarding the renewal of the contract between the City of Lampasas and Waste Connections, discussion/action regarding approval of a quote to install 626 Neptune waster meters by Core & Main in an amount not to exceed $25,666. There will also be discussion regarding approval of the special events for the city for the year 2020.
Discussion/action on the use of Guthrie Funds for the Library Park Project will be discussed as well as approval of the preliminary plat of Hillside Acres.
Burn Ban Lifted Temporarily
County Judge Randy Hoyer told Lampasas Radio that the Burn Ban will become effective again today at 5pm.
However, at this time Judge Hoyer plans to lift the Burn Ban effective tomorrow through Monday, February 17 at 5 pm.
However, at this time Judge Hoyer plans to lift the Burn Ban effective tomorrow through Monday, February 17 at 5 pm.
Area Students in San Antonio
Lometa FFA member Brandie Garcia with her parents And sister- placed 8th with Her Duroc breed gilt on Saturday February 8th
Lampasas County swine exhibitors Holly Hines placed 6th with Poland Breed gilt Saturday afternoon in the ongoing Open Gilt Show
Lampasas County swine exhibitors Holly Hines placed 6th with Poland Breed gilt Saturday afternoon in the ongoing Open Gilt Show
the weather
High yesterday was 66° Low this morning was 37°
It should be a pretty day with southerly winds returning. Wind speed will pickup this afternoon and evening bringing with it humidity. It looks like it will get cloudy this afternoon, but high temperatures should still be in the mid 60’s. That cloud cover will keep our low temperatures in the 50’s tonight. Sunday‘s high is forecast to be near 70°, while on Monday and Tuesday the high temperatures will be in the 40’s and 50’s. Welcome to Texas…….
Today: Increasing clouds with winds from the N-NE at 5-10 shifting SE in the afternoon. The high temperature will be near 65°.
Tonight: Cloudy with S winds at 5-15 mph gusting to 20 mph. The low will be near 53°. Drizzle is possible early Sunday morning.
Sunday: Cloudy with a high temperature near 69°. S wind at 15 mph gusting to 25 mph. Look for patchy drizzle in the morning, then a 40% chance of showers and storms in the afternoon.
Sunday Night: A low temperature near 48° and mostly cloudy skies. Winds will be W-SW at 5-10 mph shifting N at 10-15 mph after midnight with gusts as high as 20 mph. There is a 50% chance of showers and storms.
Monday: A 60% chance of rain and showers and a possible thunderstorm in the afternoon. Skies will be cloudy with the temperature falling into the upper 40’s by late morning. Wind will be N at 10-15 mph with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Monday Night: A low near 41° and cloudy skies with N winds at 10 mph. There is a 60% chance of showers and storms overnight.
It should be a pretty day with southerly winds returning. Wind speed will pickup this afternoon and evening bringing with it humidity. It looks like it will get cloudy this afternoon, but high temperatures should still be in the mid 60’s. That cloud cover will keep our low temperatures in the 50’s tonight. Sunday‘s high is forecast to be near 70°, while on Monday and Tuesday the high temperatures will be in the 40’s and 50’s. Welcome to Texas…….
Today: Increasing clouds with winds from the N-NE at 5-10 shifting SE in the afternoon. The high temperature will be near 65°.
Tonight: Cloudy with S winds at 5-15 mph gusting to 20 mph. The low will be near 53°. Drizzle is possible early Sunday morning.
Sunday: Cloudy with a high temperature near 69°. S wind at 15 mph gusting to 25 mph. Look for patchy drizzle in the morning, then a 40% chance of showers and storms in the afternoon.
Sunday Night: A low temperature near 48° and mostly cloudy skies. Winds will be W-SW at 5-10 mph shifting N at 10-15 mph after midnight with gusts as high as 20 mph. There is a 50% chance of showers and storms.
Monday: A 60% chance of rain and showers and a possible thunderstorm in the afternoon. Skies will be cloudy with the temperature falling into the upper 40’s by late morning. Wind will be N at 10-15 mph with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Monday Night: A low near 41° and cloudy skies with N winds at 10 mph. There is a 60% chance of showers and storms overnight.
the blotter
The Lampasas Police Dept. Blotter for Friday shows the early
morning arrest of 43 year old Adam Sunberg in the 300 block of W. Ave A on a Lampasas Municipal warrant. 7:53am saw a disturbance in the 600 block of S. Walnut. Justin Killingsworth, 35, of Lampasas was arrested at 8:10am in the 200 block of E. Ave D. An assault was reported in the 900 block of CTE at 10:23am. The afternoon shows a minor accident in the 1500 block of Naruna Rd. at 1:21pm, then the arrest at 4:14pm of Chayo Rendon, 30, of Lampasas in the 400 block of S. Key on a Lampasas PD warrant for credit/debit card abuse. John Rogers, 40, of Lampasas was arrested at 6pm in the 900 block of E. 3rd St. on a San Saba Warrant for injury to a child. At 6:14pm a major accident took place at the intersection of 3rd and Key with one person transported to the hospital. A theft was reported in the 700 block of S. Key at 7pm, then at 7:09pm, Robert Garza II, 31, was arrested in the 300 block of S. Chestnut for Theft of Property $100-$750, and a Lampasas County Warrant for non-payment of child support. A noise complaint came from the 300 block of S. Walnut at 10:55pm, then Hunter Lee, 21, of Lampasas was
arrested in the 100 block of W. 8th St. on 2 Johnson County
Warrants
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Friday shows Lometa with an accident and a welfare check. Kempner had an alarm call, a
request for extra patrol, a report of suspicious activity, a welfare check, animal problems, medical calls, and a reported
disturbance. Out in the county there was a request for extra
patrol, a civil matter, reported threats, animal issues, and reports of suspicious behavior. Deputies went into Cove on a trespassing call.
The Burn Ban has been lifted until Monday at 5pm.
missing child found
The Lampasas County Sheriff’s Office sent the following information:
On 2/7/20 at 5:15pm, a parent contacted the Sheriff’s Office to report her daughter had not made it home from school. They reside in the 5000 block of FM 580E, the parent contacted the Transportation Dept. at Lampasas ISD and learned the child had been dropped off as usual. At 6:34pm, a land owner in the 4800 block of FM580E when a child knocked on the door and asked to use the restroom. The home owner, Brandon Butts, said he did not have a bathroom but he would call her mother. The child refused assistance, and Mr. Butts finding this strange took a cell phone photo of the child and called the Sheriff’s Dept. The local law enforcement was using drones, and deputies and a constable patrolled the roads, others walked through the woods. Then nightfall set in. Luckily the child had her cell phone, and law enforcement was able to utilize the GPS locating system, and were able to pinpoint where the cell phone was located. The GPS indicated a residence in the 4700 block of FM580E. The Sheriff ‘s office arrived at that residence, and the parents were very cooperative and allowed the sheriff’s office to search the residence and outbuildings. The missing child was located hiding in their daughter’s bedroom. The child was returned home to mom.
Thanks to the hard work of the Lampasas County Sheriff’s Office, Deputies, Investigators and communications officers, Lampasas Police Dept., and Precinct 1 Constable for their efforts. A special thanks to Brandon Butts for becoming involved and reporting his suspicions that proved to be very beneficial to all law enforcement agencies involved.
On 2/7/20 at 5:15pm, a parent contacted the Sheriff’s Office to report her daughter had not made it home from school. They reside in the 5000 block of FM 580E, the parent contacted the Transportation Dept. at Lampasas ISD and learned the child had been dropped off as usual. At 6:34pm, a land owner in the 4800 block of FM580E when a child knocked on the door and asked to use the restroom. The home owner, Brandon Butts, said he did not have a bathroom but he would call her mother. The child refused assistance, and Mr. Butts finding this strange took a cell phone photo of the child and called the Sheriff’s Dept. The local law enforcement was using drones, and deputies and a constable patrolled the roads, others walked through the woods. Then nightfall set in. Luckily the child had her cell phone, and law enforcement was able to utilize the GPS locating system, and were able to pinpoint where the cell phone was located. The GPS indicated a residence in the 4700 block of FM580E. The Sheriff ‘s office arrived at that residence, and the parents were very cooperative and allowed the sheriff’s office to search the residence and outbuildings. The missing child was located hiding in their daughter’s bedroom. The child was returned home to mom.
Thanks to the hard work of the Lampasas County Sheriff’s Office, Deputies, Investigators and communications officers, Lampasas Police Dept., and Precinct 1 Constable for their efforts. A special thanks to Brandon Butts for becoming involved and reporting his suspicions that proved to be very beneficial to all law enforcement agencies involved.
City of Lampasas Finalist for “Hometown Takeover”
It's official! Lampasas has been named a finalist for HGTV's "Hometown Takeover" series.
The show is hosted by Ben and Erin Napier. The pair will travel throughout the United States to help renovate small towns.
The Lampasas community gathered together to film a submission video, which featured the Lampasas Badgers, Congressman Roger Williams, and many members from the community.
In the submission letter, Mandy Love Walsh, the Economic Development Director for Lampasas, said being a part of the HGTV show would "not only finish what has been started but hopefully leave a legacy for at least the next 167 years
"In order to be considered, cities must have a population of less than 40,000, have buildings with outstanding architecture that would benefit from revitalization and include a Main Street that is in desperate need of a makeover
The show is hosted by Ben and Erin Napier. The pair will travel throughout the United States to help renovate small towns.
The Lampasas community gathered together to film a submission video, which featured the Lampasas Badgers, Congressman Roger Williams, and many members from the community.
In the submission letter, Mandy Love Walsh, the Economic Development Director for Lampasas, said being a part of the HGTV show would "not only finish what has been started but hopefully leave a legacy for at least the next 167 years
"In order to be considered, cities must have a population of less than 40,000, have buildings with outstanding architecture that would benefit from revitalization and include a Main Street that is in desperate need of a makeover
Badgers on the Road
Badger Baseball is traveling to Johnson City today for scrimmages at noon and 1:30pm.
Lady Badger Softball headed to Llano this morning for scrimmages at 9am and 10:10am.
Lampasas FFA member Bryli Wilson will be in San Antonio for the FFA Agricultural Public Speaking event.
Badger Band members head to Liberty Hill High School for the Solo & Ensemble Contest. 85 band students are participating in UIL Solo and Ensemble. The contest is located at Liberty Hill High School. Events include solos and ensembles for woodwind, brass, and percussion. Wish the Badger Band luck!!!!
Lady Badger Softball headed to Llano this morning for scrimmages at 9am and 10:10am.
Lampasas FFA member Bryli Wilson will be in San Antonio for the FFA Agricultural Public Speaking event.
Badger Band members head to Liberty Hill High School for the Solo & Ensemble Contest. 85 band students are participating in UIL Solo and Ensemble. The contest is located at Liberty Hill High School. Events include solos and ensembles for woodwind, brass, and percussion. Wish the Badger Band luck!!!!
mingling with mutts
Lampasas Animal Shelter is having an adoption event today at the Shelter located at 301 College St. in Lampasas. All Adoption fees are waived, but those that adopt animals are responsible for rabies shots and having their new furbaby spayed or neutered. Casey, the director at the Animal Shelter does advise some animals up for adoption are already vaccinated or spayed or neutered, and they are giving out vouchers if needed so the spaying/neutering will be free.
The shelter will be open until 3 today, and she invites anyone to come in and look around and see what they are about. Kind of an open house/adoption event.
The shelter will be open until 3 today, and she invites anyone to come in and look around and see what they are about. Kind of an open house/adoption event.
lampasas isd notes
Monday– Lampasas Middle School is having their Book Fair today through Friday. TCE Big Kahuna Party Bus will be today and the times are PK: 10:15am, and 3-5th: 11:30am. LMS boys basketball team will travel to Fredericksburg and the games start at 5:00pm and 6:00pm. Also the Lampasas Middle School girls basketball team will have a home game against Fredericksburg and the games start at 5:00pm and 6:00pm as well. LHS Softball Brownwood Scrimmage will be in Brownwood and the times are at 4:30pm and 5:30pm. The Lampasas High School Girls JV Golf Invitational will be in Llano, Lighthouse GC and it begins at 10:00am.
Tuesday– LHS boys basketball team travel to Eastside Memorial in Austin, and the games start at 5:00pm, 6:125pm, and 7:30pm. The LHS girls basketball team will also travel to Eastside Memorial in Austin and the games are at 5:00pm, 6:15pm, and 7:45pm. Lampasas High School boys soccer team will travel to Burnet to face the Bulldogs, and the times begin at 4:00pm and 7:30pm. The LHS girls soccer team will travel to Burnet as well, and the times are 4:00pm and 5:30pm. Lampasas High School Varsity Baseball Scrimmage will be at home, and the game starts at 5:00pm. LHS’ JV Baseball Scrimmage will take place at Ellison in Killeen, and it begins at 5:00pm as well.
Wednesday– The Lampasas High School Magic the Gathering Draft Tourney will take place in the Library from 3:20pm-6:00pm. Wednesday-Friday, the FFA Heifer, Sheep, and Goat Show will be at the San Antonio Livestock Show, and the time is to be announced
Tuesday– LHS boys basketball team travel to Eastside Memorial in Austin, and the games start at 5:00pm, 6:125pm, and 7:30pm. The LHS girls basketball team will also travel to Eastside Memorial in Austin and the games are at 5:00pm, 6:15pm, and 7:45pm. Lampasas High School boys soccer team will travel to Burnet to face the Bulldogs, and the times begin at 4:00pm and 7:30pm. The LHS girls soccer team will travel to Burnet as well, and the times are 4:00pm and 5:30pm. Lampasas High School Varsity Baseball Scrimmage will be at home, and the game starts at 5:00pm. LHS’ JV Baseball Scrimmage will take place at Ellison in Killeen, and it begins at 5:00pm as well.
Wednesday– The Lampasas High School Magic the Gathering Draft Tourney will take place in the Library from 3:20pm-6:00pm. Wednesday-Friday, the FFA Heifer, Sheep, and Goat Show will be at the San Antonio Livestock Show, and the time is to be announced
funeral/death notice
1st Sgt Ralph H. Canitz, 88, of Denton, died February 5, 2020 at his home.
He was born December 30, 1931 in Milwaukee, WI the youngest child of Henry Canitz and Stella (Funk) Canitz. He was preceded in death by his parents, by sister Audrey, by daughter, Linda Pulatie, by brother Henry Canitz Jr. and by his wife Annie Marie Canitz in 2011. He entered the Army March 9, 1950 and served until retiring in September of 1973. Ralph served during Korean with the 2nd Infantry Division and did 2 tours in Vietnam 1st Cav. Peace time tours included; Alaska, Panama and Korea. While stationed at Ft. Benning, GA he met and married Annie Marie Miller from Bessemer, Alabama on August 8, 1952. Ralph received several military awards including; Combat Infantry badge, Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Meritorious Service medal, 3 Commendation medals (one with V).
Survivors are 2 sons; Jeffrey Canitz of Colorado and Kenneth Canitz of Arkansas. Daughter; Charlene Chamberlin of Denton.
7 grandchildren; Jason, Daniel, Jennifer, Jeremy, Scott, Heather and Taylor. 10 great-grandchildren.
Funeral service is Monday February 10 at 11am at Sneed Funeral Chapel, with burial in Oak Hill Cemetery with military honors. Visitation is one hour prior to the funeral.
Sneed Funeral Chapel in charge of arrangements.
He was born December 30, 1931 in Milwaukee, WI the youngest child of Henry Canitz and Stella (Funk) Canitz. He was preceded in death by his parents, by sister Audrey, by daughter, Linda Pulatie, by brother Henry Canitz Jr. and by his wife Annie Marie Canitz in 2011. He entered the Army March 9, 1950 and served until retiring in September of 1973. Ralph served during Korean with the 2nd Infantry Division and did 2 tours in Vietnam 1st Cav. Peace time tours included; Alaska, Panama and Korea. While stationed at Ft. Benning, GA he met and married Annie Marie Miller from Bessemer, Alabama on August 8, 1952. Ralph received several military awards including; Combat Infantry badge, Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Meritorious Service medal, 3 Commendation medals (one with V).
Survivors are 2 sons; Jeffrey Canitz of Colorado and Kenneth Canitz of Arkansas. Daughter; Charlene Chamberlin of Denton.
7 grandchildren; Jason, Daniel, Jennifer, Jeremy, Scott, Heather and Taylor. 10 great-grandchildren.
Funeral service is Monday February 10 at 11am at Sneed Funeral Chapel, with burial in Oak Hill Cemetery with military honors. Visitation is one hour prior to the funeral.
Sneed Funeral Chapel in charge of arrangements.
the weather
High yesterday was 50 ° Low this morning was 31°
A weak front will make its way through our area late this morning, however forecasters are predicting afternoon temperatures in the normal range. It will be a cool night tonight, with temperatures in the mid and low 30’s by morning. Sunday morning looks to be a bit warmer with highs in the 70’s, but look for a cold front to come through overnight on Sunday.
Today: Sunny and a high near 62°. Wind will be W-SW at 5-10 mph shifting to the north this afternoon.
Tonight: Clear with a low near 35°. Winds will be N-NE at 5 mph.
Saturday: A sunny day with a high near 69°. E-NE wind at 5-10 mph coming around to the SE in the afternoon..
Saturday night: Winds will be S at 10-15 mph gusting to 20 mph. Mostly cloudy skies and a low near 55°.
Sunday: Mostly cloudy with a high temperature near 74°. Winds will be S at 15-20 mph with gusts as high as 25 mph. There is a 20% chance of showers after noon.
Overnight: Mostly cloudy and a low near 45°. Winds will be from the S at 5-15 mph shifting to the N after midnight.
Monday: Mostly cloudy with a high near 56° and a 50% chance of showers and storms. Winds will be N at 10-15 mph gusting to 20 mph.
A weak front will make its way through our area late this morning, however forecasters are predicting afternoon temperatures in the normal range. It will be a cool night tonight, with temperatures in the mid and low 30’s by morning. Sunday morning looks to be a bit warmer with highs in the 70’s, but look for a cold front to come through overnight on Sunday.
Today: Sunny and a high near 62°. Wind will be W-SW at 5-10 mph shifting to the north this afternoon.
Tonight: Clear with a low near 35°. Winds will be N-NE at 5 mph.
Saturday: A sunny day with a high near 69°. E-NE wind at 5-10 mph coming around to the SE in the afternoon..
Saturday night: Winds will be S at 10-15 mph gusting to 20 mph. Mostly cloudy skies and a low near 55°.
Sunday: Mostly cloudy with a high temperature near 74°. Winds will be S at 15-20 mph with gusts as high as 25 mph. There is a 20% chance of showers after noon.
Overnight: Mostly cloudy and a low near 45°. Winds will be from the S at 5-15 mph shifting to the N after midnight.
Monday: Mostly cloudy with a high near 56° and a 50% chance of showers and storms. Winds will be N at 10-15 mph gusting to 20 mph.
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Thursday shows a calm overnight then at 12:16pm, Jackie Knowles, 47, of Lampasas was arrested in the 200 block of Skyview for possession of a controlled substance PG1 less than a gram. A domestic disturbance was reported in the 500 block of Walnut St. at 1:32pm, then a harassment in the 300 block of N. Willis at 1:43pm. There was one minor accident in the 200 block of Howe St. at 2:48pm. Suspicious activity was reported in the 300 block of E. 3rd St. at 3:08pm, and a possession of drug paraphernalia was reported in the 400 block of N. Broad at 4:57pm.
Lampasas County Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Thursday shows Lometa with a medical call. Kempner had civil matters, a request for extra patrol, medical calls, and reports of suspicious activity. Out in the county there were medical calls, a report of an abandoned vehicle, reports of suspicious activity and animal issues. Deputies went into Cove on a trespassing complaint and reports of suspicious activity.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of 41 year old Gary Domhoff of San Saba for failure to appear, 28 year old Antonio Flores of Lometa for a probation violation, and 46 year old William Scott of Wylie for DWI 2nd and an out-of-county charge.
The Burn Ban has been lifted until Monday at 5pm
Lampasas County Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Thursday shows Lometa with a medical call. Kempner had civil matters, a request for extra patrol, medical calls, and reports of suspicious activity. Out in the county there were medical calls, a report of an abandoned vehicle, reports of suspicious activity and animal issues. Deputies went into Cove on a trespassing complaint and reports of suspicious activity.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of 41 year old Gary Domhoff of San Saba for failure to appear, 28 year old Antonio Flores of Lometa for a probation violation, and 46 year old William Scott of Wylie for DWI 2nd and an out-of-county charge.
The Burn Ban has been lifted until Monday at 5pm
It’s Friday !
What’s goin’ on?
Basketball takes a front seat again as the Badgers host our 281 rivals the Burnet Bulldogs in the Lampasas High School competition gym.
The Lady Badgers varsity tips off at 6:15pm, with sub-varsity beginning at 5pm.
For Badger varsity basketball it is 8th grade night, where the 8th grade basketball players are recognized at half time. The boys varsity tips off at 7:30pm with sub varsity also beginning at 5pm.
Badger Soccer will be hosting Jarrell this afternoon with games beginning at 4pm.
Varsity Tennis is in Killeen today for matches beginning at 8:30am.
Tomorrow
Badger Baseball travels to Johnson City for scrimmages at noon and 1:30pm.
Lady Badger Softball heads to Llano tomorrow for scrimmages at 9am and 10:10am.
Lampasas FFA member Bryli Wilson will be in San Antonio for the FFA Agricultural Public Speaking event.
Badger Band members head to Liberty Hill High School for the Solo & Ensemble Contest.
The Lady Badgers varsity tips off at 6:15pm, with sub-varsity beginning at 5pm.
For Badger varsity basketball it is 8th grade night, where the 8th grade basketball players are recognized at half time. The boys varsity tips off at 7:30pm with sub varsity also beginning at 5pm.
Badger Soccer will be hosting Jarrell this afternoon with games beginning at 4pm.
Varsity Tennis is in Killeen today for matches beginning at 8:30am.
Tomorrow
Badger Baseball travels to Johnson City for scrimmages at noon and 1:30pm.
Lady Badger Softball heads to Llano tomorrow for scrimmages at 9am and 10:10am.
Lampasas FFA member Bryli Wilson will be in San Antonio for the FFA Agricultural Public Speaking event.
Badger Band members head to Liberty Hill High School for the Solo & Ensemble Contest.
Area Elections
Lometa ISD has had another resident file for the Lometa ISD School Board. All places are at large, and Courtney Duncan has filed to run for a place at large.
Lampasas ISD Board of Trustees will be filling places 6 & 7 during the general election. Sam Walker, incumbent has filed for Place 6 and Ryan Shahan has filed for Place 7. He is also an incumbent. Applications will be taken for these Places until February 14th at 5pm.
The City of Lometa has 2 City Council members that have their places expiring, Shad Hill and Larry Koch. Larry has filed for re-election, and Doug Brister and Ronnie Cartwright have filed for places at large. Mayor Carlos Garcia has also filed for re-election and is as of today running unopposed.
The City of Lampasas is accepting applications for Places 3, 4 & 5 as those terms are expiring. Filing to run for Place 3 is Chuck Williamson, the incumbent. Filing to run for Place 4 is Cathy Kuehne, also an incumbent. Bob Goodart has filed to fill Place 5.
Residents have until 5pm on February 14th to apply to run in the election.
An interesting fact, according to the Texas Association of Broadcasters, there are 16,106,984 registered voters in Texas. That is a new record
Lampasas ISD Board of Trustees will be filling places 6 & 7 during the general election. Sam Walker, incumbent has filed for Place 6 and Ryan Shahan has filed for Place 7. He is also an incumbent. Applications will be taken for these Places until February 14th at 5pm.
The City of Lometa has 2 City Council members that have their places expiring, Shad Hill and Larry Koch. Larry has filed for re-election, and Doug Brister and Ronnie Cartwright have filed for places at large. Mayor Carlos Garcia has also filed for re-election and is as of today running unopposed.
The City of Lampasas is accepting applications for Places 3, 4 & 5 as those terms are expiring. Filing to run for Place 3 is Chuck Williamson, the incumbent. Filing to run for Place 4 is Cathy Kuehne, also an incumbent. Bob Goodart has filed to fill Place 5.
Residents have until 5pm on February 14th to apply to run in the election.
An interesting fact, according to the Texas Association of Broadcasters, there are 16,106,984 registered voters in Texas. That is a new record
Copperas Cove Animal Shelter Free Event
The Copperas Cove Animal Shelter will host its monthly, FREE Adoption Event on Thursday, February 13 from 9am. to 5pm and Friday, February 14 from 9am. to 5pm. The shelter is located at 1601 North First Street/North FM 116. During this event the adoption fee for all adoptable dogs and cats will be waived. An adoption agreement, which requires the animals to be spayed/neutered, vaccinated and micro-chipped, will still be required. The Micro-Chipping is required at the time of adoption for $20.00. For additional information regarding this event, please contact the Animal Shelter 254-547-5584
Lampasas Students at San Antonio Livestock Show
Lampasas FFA members Jemma Carroll, Bryli Wilson, and Paige Rutland participated in the San Antonio Livestock Show Swine Skillathon on Wednesday, Feb 5 to gain and test their knowledge of the swine industry.
Congratulations to Lampasas FFA member Bryli Wilson who placed her registered Duroc Breeding gilt 5th at San Antonio Livestock Show
Congratulations to Lampasas FFA member Bryli Wilson who placed her registered Duroc Breeding gilt 5th at San Antonio Livestock Show
Lampasas Student in Kerrville
Lampasas FFA member Jaxon Tomme recently won his ag mechanics class and division at the Hill Country District Junior Livestock Show in Kerrville.
the weather
The High yesterday 36° The Low this morning 27°
Mostly clear skies tonight will create a quick cool-down after sunset. While overnight lows should be near freezing, the light southwest breeze should keep the temperatures from falling much below that. Tomorrow after the cool start, look for a quick warm up. Due to the dry airmass we should be in the 50’s or 60’s, and the trend should continue through the weekend.
Today: Sunny with a high near 48°. The wind will be W-NW at 10-15 mph gusting as high as 20 mph.
Tonight: Clear with a low around 33° and W-SW wind at 5-10 mph.
Friday: Sunny with a high near 65°. Winds will be W at 5-10 mph.
Friday Night: Winds will be W at 5 mph shifting to the N-NE in the evening. Skies will be mostly clear with a low of 36° .
Saturday: Warming up with sunny skies and a high temperature near 67°. Winds will be N at 5-10 mph shifting to the SE after noon.
Saturday Night: 50° with partly cloudy skies, and S wind at 5-15 mph with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Sunday: A high temperature near 72° with partly sunny skies and S wind at 10-15 mph gusting as high as 25 mph
Mostly clear skies tonight will create a quick cool-down after sunset. While overnight lows should be near freezing, the light southwest breeze should keep the temperatures from falling much below that. Tomorrow after the cool start, look for a quick warm up. Due to the dry airmass we should be in the 50’s or 60’s, and the trend should continue through the weekend.
Today: Sunny with a high near 48°. The wind will be W-NW at 10-15 mph gusting as high as 20 mph.
Tonight: Clear with a low around 33° and W-SW wind at 5-10 mph.
Friday: Sunny with a high near 65°. Winds will be W at 5-10 mph.
Friday Night: Winds will be W at 5 mph shifting to the N-NE in the evening. Skies will be mostly clear with a low of 36° .
Saturday: Warming up with sunny skies and a high temperature near 67°. Winds will be N at 5-10 mph shifting to the SE after noon.
Saturday Night: 50° with partly cloudy skies, and S wind at 5-15 mph with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Sunday: A high temperature near 72° with partly sunny skies and S wind at 10-15 mph gusting as high as 25 mph
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Wednesday shows a minor accident in the 700 block of N. Key at 9:05am. The afternoon shows an assault reported in the 2700 block of 281S at 12:01pm. Katherine Marez, 32, of Lometa was arrested in the 1600 block of 281N on 9 municipal court warrants at 1:25pm. An unauthorized use of motor vehicle report came in from S US 183 at 5:22pm and a suspicious person was reported in the 600 block of S. Western at 10:10pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Wednesday shows Kempner with medical calls, civil matters, and a welfare check. Out in the county there were medical calls, an accident, a burglary call, a warrant was served and a welfare check. Deputies went into Cove on a call about an abandoned vehicle, and a medical call.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of Kaleb Beaver, 18, of Kempner for failure to appear, and 27 year olf Brittany Fox on a probation violation.
The Burn Ban is in Effect! No Burning!
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Wednesday shows Kempner with medical calls, civil matters, and a welfare check. Out in the county there were medical calls, an accident, a burglary call, a warrant was served and a welfare check. Deputies went into Cove on a call about an abandoned vehicle, and a medical call.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of Kaleb Beaver, 18, of Kempner for failure to appear, and 27 year olf Brittany Fox on a probation violation.
The Burn Ban is in Effect! No Burning!
Badger Seniors Sign to Colleges
Wednesday morning 4 Badger Seniors signed with colleges to bring their talents to the next level.
Cameron Everts signed for football with the Falcons of the Air Force Academy, and Jaylon Porter signed for football with Stephen F. Austin University.
For baseball, Marty Ybarra signed with Western Texas College, and Austin Hilgenberg signed with the University of Dallas. Congratulations Seniors!
Cameron Everts signed for football with the Falcons of the Air Force Academy, and Jaylon Porter signed for football with Stephen F. Austin University.
For baseball, Marty Ybarra signed with Western Texas College, and Austin Hilgenberg signed with the University of Dallas. Congratulations Seniors!
Upcoming Elections
The City of Lampasas is accepting applications from residents to run in the 2020 City Council Election. Places 3, 4 & 5 are seeing the terms expiring. Filing to run for Place 3 is Chuck Williamson, the incumbent. Filing to run for Place 4 is Cathy Kuehne, also an incumbent. Bob Goodart has filed to fill Place 5.
Residents have until 5pm on February 14th to apply to run in the election.
Lampasas ISD Board of Trustees will be filling places 6 & 7 during the general election. Sam Walker, incumbent has filed for Place 6 and Ryan Shahan, incumbent, has filed for Place 7. He is also an incumbent. Applications will be taken for these Places until February 14th at 5pm.
Residents have until 5pm on February 14th to apply to run in the election.
Lampasas ISD Board of Trustees will be filling places 6 & 7 during the general election. Sam Walker, incumbent has filed for Place 6 and Ryan Shahan, incumbent, has filed for Place 7. He is also an incumbent. Applications will be taken for these Places until February 14th at 5pm.
Spring Brush Chipping Program.
The City of Lampasas will begin its brush chipping program in March.
March 2-March 6
NW section of the city. W of Key Ave. N. of 1st St.
March 9-March 13
SW section of the city. W. of Key Ave. and S. of 1st St.
March 16-March 20
SE section of the city. E of Key Ave. and S. of 1st St.
March 23-March 27
NE section of the city. E. of Key Ave. and N. of 1st St. The following are the guidelines for the City’s Brush Chipping Program.
* The brush is no longer than four feet in length
* No lumber or trash will be picked up; and
* The bundle must be out by the curb, no alley pick
March 2-March 6
NW section of the city. W of Key Ave. N. of 1st St.
March 9-March 13
SW section of the city. W. of Key Ave. and S. of 1st St.
March 16-March 20
SE section of the city. E of Key Ave. and S. of 1st St.
March 23-March 27
NE section of the city. E. of Key Ave. and N. of 1st St. The following are the guidelines for the City’s Brush Chipping Program.
* The brush is no longer than four feet in length
* No lumber or trash will be picked up; and
* The bundle must be out by the curb, no alley pick
Softball Fundraiser Today
The Lady Badger Softball team is holding a hit-a-thon today at 4pm.
Here’s how it works:
Prior to the event: The players will use the attached form to sign up sponsors who will pledge a monetary amount per foot that the player hits the ball. Sponsors will also have the option to add a home run bonus to their pledge if they choose. Players will hand in the completed pledge form prior to the event.
Day of Event: Each player will receive 10 swings, and we will measure the furthest hit including the roll. That distance will be used to calculate the final pledge amount. The distance to the fence is 200 ft and that will be our max distance measured. Sponsors also have the option to add a HR bonus if they choose.
Example: Sponsor pledged 10 cents per foot hit with a 2 dollar per home run bonus. The player hit 3 home runs which would put their total distance at 200ft. The sponsor’s total contribution would be 26 dollars to the softball program.
After the event, using their calculated distance from the hit-a-thon, players will get with their sponsors and collect the funds based on the sponsors pledge. This money will then be turned into the softball coaches by Monday, February 10th
Let’s support our local softball team!
Here’s how it works:
Prior to the event: The players will use the attached form to sign up sponsors who will pledge a monetary amount per foot that the player hits the ball. Sponsors will also have the option to add a home run bonus to their pledge if they choose. Players will hand in the completed pledge form prior to the event.
Day of Event: Each player will receive 10 swings, and we will measure the furthest hit including the roll. That distance will be used to calculate the final pledge amount. The distance to the fence is 200 ft and that will be our max distance measured. Sponsors also have the option to add a HR bonus if they choose.
Example: Sponsor pledged 10 cents per foot hit with a 2 dollar per home run bonus. The player hit 3 home runs which would put their total distance at 200ft. The sponsor’s total contribution would be 26 dollars to the softball program.
After the event, using their calculated distance from the hit-a-thon, players will get with their sponsors and collect the funds based on the sponsors pledge. This money will then be turned into the softball coaches by Monday, February 10th
Let’s support our local softball team!
cattle market report
Lampasas Cattle Auction’s weekly sale took place
Wednesday and 360 head were on hand, down from the 410 head of the last sale a week ago, and down from the 496 head a year ago at this time.
Feeder steers and heifers were steady-$3 lower. Slaughter cows and bulls were steady.
Feeder Steers Feeder Heifers
200-300lbs $1.69-$2.06/lb 200-300lbs $1.43-$1.70/lb
300-400lbs $1.74-$2.08/lb 300-400lbs $1.37-$1.65/lb
400-500lbs $1.57-$1.88/lb 400-500lbs $1.31-$1.56/lb
500-600lbs $1.49-$1.70/lb 500-600lbs $1.31-$1.46/lb
600-700lbs $1.38-$1.53/lb 600-700lbs $1.16-$1.31/lb
700-800lbs $1.10-$1.31/lb 700-800lbs $1.01-$1.15/lb
Slaughter Cows Slaughter Bulls
Under 800lbs .25 -.35/lb 1000-1300lbs .60-.71/lb 800-1100lb .37 -.60/lb 1300-2100lbs .75-.88/lb
1100-1300lbs .56-.67/lb Replacements No Test
Bred Replacement Cows
Baby Tooth to 5yr old-$700-$1000/hd
Solid Mouth -$600-$950/hd
Cow/Calf Pairs -
Young to Middle Age w/baby-300 lb calf-No Test
Aged Cows w/baby-300 lb calf– No Test
Wednesday and 360 head were on hand, down from the 410 head of the last sale a week ago, and down from the 496 head a year ago at this time.
Feeder steers and heifers were steady-$3 lower. Slaughter cows and bulls were steady.
Feeder Steers Feeder Heifers
200-300lbs $1.69-$2.06/lb 200-300lbs $1.43-$1.70/lb
300-400lbs $1.74-$2.08/lb 300-400lbs $1.37-$1.65/lb
400-500lbs $1.57-$1.88/lb 400-500lbs $1.31-$1.56/lb
500-600lbs $1.49-$1.70/lb 500-600lbs $1.31-$1.46/lb
600-700lbs $1.38-$1.53/lb 600-700lbs $1.16-$1.31/lb
700-800lbs $1.10-$1.31/lb 700-800lbs $1.01-$1.15/lb
Slaughter Cows Slaughter Bulls
Under 800lbs .25 -.35/lb 1000-1300lbs .60-.71/lb 800-1100lb .37 -.60/lb 1300-2100lbs .75-.88/lb
1100-1300lbs .56-.67/lb Replacements No Test
Bred Replacement Cows
Baby Tooth to 5yr old-$700-$1000/hd
Solid Mouth -$600-$950/hd
Cow/Calf Pairs -
Young to Middle Age w/baby-300 lb calf-No Test
Aged Cows w/baby-300 lb calf– No Test
funeral/death notice
A member of the greatest generation died on February 4, 2020 after achieving the age of 96. Wayne Thomas Brown, Sr. was born in 1923 to Anna Belle Carpenter and George A. Brown in Burkett, Texas in Coleman County. He enlisted in the US Navy during World War II and was sailing to Japan on the USS Kasaan Bay when the war ended. His family had moved to Fort Worth during the war and he brought his bride, Mildred Elane Grimmett (Elane Brown) here to begin their lives together. After graduating from Texas Wesleyan College at the same time as his sister and mother he started his first career as a cameraman and reporter at WBAP Channel 5. He worked with such legends as Bobbie Wygant, Pat Boone and Bob Schieffer. He covered John F. Kennedy’s visit to Fort Worth and was one of the few in attendance at Lee Harvey Oswald’s funeral. Retirement began at the age of 55 after 30 years at the television station which had become KXAS and is now known as NBCDFW.
His second career as a rancher began after he moved to his cattle ranch in Lampasas County near Lometa, Texas. His favorite pastime was fiddling and he was a regular at the Pearl Bluegrass Show where there is a practice room named in his honor.
Mr. Brown lived the last few years of his life with his daughter, Frances Faulkenburry, and his son in law, Marvin. He is survived by them and his daughter Mary Brown, son Wayne Thomas Brown, Jr, his sister Frances Thompson, two nieces, one nephew and numerous grand nieces and grand nephews.
He did not want a funeral but will be buried with graveside services at Center Cemetery in Lampasas County, Texas near his ranch at 1 PM on Saturday, February 8, 2020.
Sneed Funeral Chapel entrusted with arrangements
His second career as a rancher began after he moved to his cattle ranch in Lampasas County near Lometa, Texas. His favorite pastime was fiddling and he was a regular at the Pearl Bluegrass Show where there is a practice room named in his honor.
Mr. Brown lived the last few years of his life with his daughter, Frances Faulkenburry, and his son in law, Marvin. He is survived by them and his daughter Mary Brown, son Wayne Thomas Brown, Jr, his sister Frances Thompson, two nieces, one nephew and numerous grand nieces and grand nephews.
He did not want a funeral but will be buried with graveside services at Center Cemetery in Lampasas County, Texas near his ranch at 1 PM on Saturday, February 8, 2020.
Sneed Funeral Chapel entrusted with arrangements
the weather
The High yesterday 61° (at 4:57am)
The Low this morning 34°
It was 32° at the Rancho Notso Grande. Not much of a cold front!
Don’t look for much of a warm-up today, with forecasters saying the area will struggle to get 5 degrees warmer today. So the overnight low and the afternoon high will be almost the same. With breaks in the cloud cover developing tonight, tomorrow morning look for temperatures in the mid-to-high 20’s. One last round of wintry mix is possible, but there should be little impact due to the above freezing temperatures.
Today: A 50% chance of rain this morning, then cloudy with a high near 38°. N-NW wind 10-15 mph gusting as high as 20 mph.
Tonight: Cloudy becoming partly cloudy with a low near 28°, and wind will be N-NW at 10-15 mph with gusts as high as 20 mph, Thursday: Sunny with a high near 50°. Wind will be W-NW at 5-10 mph.
Thursday Night: A low near 31° and mostly clear skies. Wind will be W-SW at 5 mph.
Friday Sunny with a high temperature near 70°. Wind will be SW at 5-15 mph gusting to 20 mph.
Friday Night: Mostly clear with a low near 38° and SW wind at 5-10 mph becoming N-NW in the early morning.
Saturday: Sunny with a high near 63°. N-NW winds at 10 mph shifting to the E-N in the afternoon
The Low this morning 34°
It was 32° at the Rancho Notso Grande. Not much of a cold front!
Don’t look for much of a warm-up today, with forecasters saying the area will struggle to get 5 degrees warmer today. So the overnight low and the afternoon high will be almost the same. With breaks in the cloud cover developing tonight, tomorrow morning look for temperatures in the mid-to-high 20’s. One last round of wintry mix is possible, but there should be little impact due to the above freezing temperatures.
Today: A 50% chance of rain this morning, then cloudy with a high near 38°. N-NW wind 10-15 mph gusting as high as 20 mph.
Tonight: Cloudy becoming partly cloudy with a low near 28°, and wind will be N-NW at 10-15 mph with gusts as high as 20 mph, Thursday: Sunny with a high near 50°. Wind will be W-NW at 5-10 mph.
Thursday Night: A low near 31° and mostly clear skies. Wind will be W-SW at 5 mph.
Friday Sunny with a high temperature near 70°. Wind will be SW at 5-15 mph gusting to 20 mph.
Friday Night: Mostly clear with a low near 38° and SW wind at 5-10 mph becoming N-NW in the early morning.
Saturday: Sunny with a high near 63°. N-NW winds at 10 mph shifting to the E-N in the afternoon
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Tuesday shows a minor at the intersection of Barnes St. and S. Key Ave. at 7:33am, then another minor accident in the 800 block of S. Key Ave at 9:50am. A disturbance was reported in the 500 block of Dawn’s Peak at 10:50am. A third minor accident took place in the 2700 block of 281S at 11:38am. At 11:52am a suspicious person was reported in the 1500 block of E. 3rd St.. then a suspicious vehicle in the 100 block of W. 4th St. at 12:13pm. A 32 year old Lampasas man was arrested in the 400 block of W. 2nd St. for driving with no license, and a warrant for driving with no license. Aminor accident took place in the 300 block of E. 3rd St. at 2:18pm, then at 2:31pm suspicious activity was reported in the 300 block of E. 1st St. A suspicious person was reported at 4:49pm in the 1300 block of S. Key Ave., the possession of drug paraphernalia was reported in the 100 block of EE Ohnmeiss Dr. at 5:39pm. Later in the evening a harassment was reported in the100 block of S. Main at 8:33pm, followed by a domestic disturbance at the same location at 9:45pm. A criminal trespass was reported in the 1100 block of Naruna Rd. at 11:18pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter shows Lometa with animal issues, a civil matter, a burglary and a welfare check. Kempner had an accident, a welfare check and reported threats. Out in the county deputies tended to an accident, civil matters, livestock issues, a medical call and reports of suspicious activity. Deputies went into Cove for a medical call and a repossession.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of 43 year old Yesenia Garcia Bellinger for false reporting to a police officer and a 27 year old Lampasas man on a probation violation.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter shows Lometa with animal issues, a civil matter, a burglary and a welfare check. Kempner had an accident, a welfare check and reported threats. Out in the county deputies tended to an accident, civil matters, livestock issues, a medical call and reports of suspicious activity. Deputies went into Cove for a medical call and a repossession.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of 43 year old Yesenia Garcia Bellinger for false reporting to a police officer and a 27 year old Lampasas man on a probation violation.
Jail Completion Delayed to Late Summer?
The best guess now is that the new Lampasas County Jail will be completed sometime in late June or early July.
After a Monday meeting with Traveler’s Insurance, the bonding company on the contract with Krueger Construction, it was learned that they are currently attempting to ratify claims that are coming in from sub-contractors on the failed project.
Krueger had been using some 30-plus subs and some of them had finished their work, some hadn’t, but most of them were owed payments when the general contractor walked off the job several days ago. At that point the County estimated that the job was 90% complete. The remaining items were mostly electrical, HVAC, some flooring and other finish project matters.
County Judge Randy Hoyer said that the steps lying ahead include these:
(1)Once Travelers Insurance is satisfied with sub-contractor claims, they will pay them what they are currently owed.
(2)Travelers will then hire a new construction manager or general contractor to finish the project. All of the subs have agreed that, once paid, they would return to complete their work under new supervisors. Hopefully this would take only a couple of months.
(3)Meanwhile, Travelers faces the County’s expectation that they would pay the $1,000 per day late completion charges on the project.
(4)This is in the original contract and, according to Judge Hoyer, when all adjustments are made for rain days and approved extensions, the contract finish would have properly been about Feb 1.
That could potentially look like a charge of about $150 thousand in penalties due the County. When we asked the Judge whether that would likely involve litigation, he said he had no idea, but did refer us to a legal firm the County has retained
After a Monday meeting with Traveler’s Insurance, the bonding company on the contract with Krueger Construction, it was learned that they are currently attempting to ratify claims that are coming in from sub-contractors on the failed project.
Krueger had been using some 30-plus subs and some of them had finished their work, some hadn’t, but most of them were owed payments when the general contractor walked off the job several days ago. At that point the County estimated that the job was 90% complete. The remaining items were mostly electrical, HVAC, some flooring and other finish project matters.
County Judge Randy Hoyer said that the steps lying ahead include these:
(1)Once Travelers Insurance is satisfied with sub-contractor claims, they will pay them what they are currently owed.
(2)Travelers will then hire a new construction manager or general contractor to finish the project. All of the subs have agreed that, once paid, they would return to complete their work under new supervisors. Hopefully this would take only a couple of months.
(3)Meanwhile, Travelers faces the County’s expectation that they would pay the $1,000 per day late completion charges on the project.
(4)This is in the original contract and, according to Judge Hoyer, when all adjustments are made for rain days and approved extensions, the contract finish would have properly been about Feb 1.
That could potentially look like a charge of about $150 thousand in penalties due the County. When we asked the Judge whether that would likely involve litigation, he said he had no idea, but did refer us to a legal firm the County has retained
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.
Teen Driving Safety
Nearly half of Texas teens killed in vehicle crashes in 2018 were not wearing a seat belt. Vehicle crashes are the leading cause of deaths among teenagers, but one simple click could help change that. That’s why TxDOT’s “Teen Click It or Ticket” campaign urges teens to click it each time they are in a vehicle.
In 2018, of the 264 teen drivers and passengers killed in vehicle crashes in Texas, 111 were unrestrained.
“For teens, getting a driver’s license is a rite of passage, but when they start driving, they aren’t thinking about how their lack of experience places them at greater risk of getting in a crash,” said TxDOT Executive Director James Bass. “Tragedy can strike in an instant which is why we hope all parents, teachers and other influencers are urging teens to buckle up each and every time no matter how short the trip may be.”
The “Teen Click It or Ticket” campaign will reach out to Texas teens through TV, radio, digital advertising and social media. The campaign will also feature interactive events at six Texas high schools, a virtual reality game and an augmented reality experience to share the campaign’s safety message in a highly engaging manner.
Students will also see a mangled truck from a rollover crash where two teens were able to walk away with only minor scratches thanks to wearing their seat belts.
Texas law requires drivers and all passengers to wear a seat belt. Unbuckled drivers and passengers — even those in the back seat — face fines and fees of up to $200.
Seat belts prevent drivers and passengers from getting ejected from a vehicle, which is almost always deadly. Wearing a seat belt reduces the risk of dying in a crash by 45%. That number jumps to 60% for pickup truck crashes.
The information contained in this report represents reportable data collected from the Texas Peace Officer's Crash Report (CR-3). This information was received and processed by the department as of December 3, 2019.
The Texas Department of Transportation is responsible for maintaining 80,000 miles of road and for supporting aviation, maritime, rail and public transportation across the state.
In 2018, of the 264 teen drivers and passengers killed in vehicle crashes in Texas, 111 were unrestrained.
“For teens, getting a driver’s license is a rite of passage, but when they start driving, they aren’t thinking about how their lack of experience places them at greater risk of getting in a crash,” said TxDOT Executive Director James Bass. “Tragedy can strike in an instant which is why we hope all parents, teachers and other influencers are urging teens to buckle up each and every time no matter how short the trip may be.”
The “Teen Click It or Ticket” campaign will reach out to Texas teens through TV, radio, digital advertising and social media. The campaign will also feature interactive events at six Texas high schools, a virtual reality game and an augmented reality experience to share the campaign’s safety message in a highly engaging manner.
Students will also see a mangled truck from a rollover crash where two teens were able to walk away with only minor scratches thanks to wearing their seat belts.
Texas law requires drivers and all passengers to wear a seat belt. Unbuckled drivers and passengers — even those in the back seat — face fines and fees of up to $200.
Seat belts prevent drivers and passengers from getting ejected from a vehicle, which is almost always deadly. Wearing a seat belt reduces the risk of dying in a crash by 45%. That number jumps to 60% for pickup truck crashes.
The information contained in this report represents reportable data collected from the Texas Peace Officer's Crash Report (CR-3). This information was received and processed by the department as of December 3, 2019.
The Texas Department of Transportation is responsible for maintaining 80,000 miles of road and for supporting aviation, maritime, rail and public transportation across the state.
Texas A&M AgriLife Driving Simulator
Virtual reality is helping improve people's driving habits in Texas.
Texas A&M AgriLife aims to make driving simulation more realistic with the help of the Passenger Safety Project.
People who have used the simulator say it's like being in a real car, complete with a vibrating phone as one of the distractions. "When they're driving the simulator again, once they receive a text message or whatever, it's just half a second is all it takes, and they're crashed, and they're looking up, "What happened?" They have no idea what happened. It happens that quick, so that's another thing I hope they'll take away from this driving experience," said Mike Guidry, Program Coordinator for Texas A&M AgriLife.
The Passenger Safety Project is funded by TxDOT.
The ultimate goal? To decrease the number of crashes on Texas roads
Our local extension office said that they are trying to make the simulator available in our area, possible Lometa.
Texas A&M AgriLife aims to make driving simulation more realistic with the help of the Passenger Safety Project.
People who have used the simulator say it's like being in a real car, complete with a vibrating phone as one of the distractions. "When they're driving the simulator again, once they receive a text message or whatever, it's just half a second is all it takes, and they're crashed, and they're looking up, "What happened?" They have no idea what happened. It happens that quick, so that's another thing I hope they'll take away from this driving experience," said Mike Guidry, Program Coordinator for Texas A&M AgriLife.
The Passenger Safety Project is funded by TxDOT.
The ultimate goal? To decrease the number of crashes on Texas roads
Our local extension office said that they are trying to make the simulator available in our area, possible Lometa.
