the weather
The High yesterday 75° The Low this morning 57°
Today the forecasters say look for a few showers to develop across parts of Central Texas, which may move to the east along I-35. Later tonight, any rain should move eastward. A cold front will move into our area after daybreak tomorrow. The National Weather Service says that while severe storms could form, the main issue is the unusual wet start to the year. With the possibility of days of rain, Central Texas could exceed normal April rainfall in the first week of the month, and localized flooding could become a problem. Behind the cold front, unseasonably cool air will move into the region Friday night, with most of us in the 40’s. All things appear to be in place for an overrunning pattern, bringing rain and storms for much of the day Saturday. Sunday will be warmer with continuing rain chances.
Today: Cloudy with a high near 73° and a 50% chance of showers and storms. The wind will be S-SE at 10-15 mph.
Tonight: A 30% chance of showers and storms this evening, then drizzle early tomorrow morning with a slight chance of storms. Look for a low near 65° and a S-SE wind at 10-15 mph.
Friday: Patchy fog in the morning, then cloudy skies with a high near 74° and a S wind at 5-10 mph, shifting NE in the afternoon. There is a slight chance of showers and storms in the morning, increasing through the afternoon. The chance of rain is 80%.
Friday Night: There is an 80% chance of showers and storms with some storms possibly becoming severe. Winds will be N-NE near 10 mph and a low of 52° .
Saturday: Cloudy skies and a high temperature near 58°. Winds will be N-NE near 10 mph. There is a 70% chance of precipitation.
Saturday Night: 57° with cloudy skies, and light N-NE wind shifting E in the evening. There is a 40% chance of showers and storms.
Sunday: A high temperature near 74° with wind becoming E-SE near 5 mph in the afternoon. Showers likely with a storm possible, the chance of precipitation is 60%.
Today the forecasters say look for a few showers to develop across parts of Central Texas, which may move to the east along I-35. Later tonight, any rain should move eastward. A cold front will move into our area after daybreak tomorrow. The National Weather Service says that while severe storms could form, the main issue is the unusual wet start to the year. With the possibility of days of rain, Central Texas could exceed normal April rainfall in the first week of the month, and localized flooding could become a problem. Behind the cold front, unseasonably cool air will move into the region Friday night, with most of us in the 40’s. All things appear to be in place for an overrunning pattern, bringing rain and storms for much of the day Saturday. Sunday will be warmer with continuing rain chances.
Today: Cloudy with a high near 73° and a 50% chance of showers and storms. The wind will be S-SE at 10-15 mph.
Tonight: A 30% chance of showers and storms this evening, then drizzle early tomorrow morning with a slight chance of storms. Look for a low near 65° and a S-SE wind at 10-15 mph.
Friday: Patchy fog in the morning, then cloudy skies with a high near 74° and a S wind at 5-10 mph, shifting NE in the afternoon. There is a slight chance of showers and storms in the morning, increasing through the afternoon. The chance of rain is 80%.
Friday Night: There is an 80% chance of showers and storms with some storms possibly becoming severe. Winds will be N-NE near 10 mph and a low of 52° .
Saturday: Cloudy skies and a high temperature near 58°. Winds will be N-NE near 10 mph. There is a 70% chance of precipitation.
Saturday Night: 57° with cloudy skies, and light N-NE wind shifting E in the evening. There is a 40% chance of showers and storms.
Sunday: A high temperature near 74° with wind becoming E-SE near 5 mph in the afternoon. Showers likely with a storm possible, the chance of precipitation is 60%.
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Wednesday shows a quiet morning, then a minor accident in the 1700 block of CTE at 12:08pm, and a major accident in the 400 block of CTE at 12:28 with injuries. An assault was reported in the 400 block of CTE at 12:41pm. A criminal trespass was reported in the 1300 block of CTE at 3:22pm. A burglary of a business was reported in the 600 block of E. 4th St. at 4:13pm. In the 800 block of N. Key a suspicious person was reported at 4:31pm, and a theft was reported in the 300 block of E. 4th St. at 4:46pm. There were 2 noise complaints, on in the 100 block of N. Broad at 5:45pm and one in the 600 block of E. 3rd. St. at 8:57pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Wednesday shows Kempner with animal issues, suspicious activity, civil matters, a shots fired call, a reported theft and a noise complaint. Out in the county there was a suicidal person, an accident, a report of a fight in progress, livestock issues and a reported runaway. Deputies went into Cove on a civil matter and an animal issue.
The Burn Ban has been lifted until April 5th.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Wednesday shows Kempner with animal issues, suspicious activity, civil matters, a shots fired call, a reported theft and a noise complaint. Out in the county there was a suicidal person, an accident, a report of a fight in progress, livestock issues and a reported runaway. Deputies went into Cove on a civil matter and an animal issue.
The Burn Ban has been lifted until April 5th.
Unconfirmed report of COVID 19 in Lampasas County Resident
According to an article in the Killeen Daily Herald, Coryell Health, Gatesville’s hospital, announced Wednesday that it had received its first positive case of COVID-19.
Coryell Emergency Management Coordinator Robert Harrell stated the person was from Lampasas County.
Lampasas Radio spoke to County Judge Randall Hoyer, and he emphatically stated that they have no confirmation of this. Confirmation to the County Judge comes from the Region 7 Public Health Office, and at this time, no confirmation has been received. Lampasas Radio also reached out to Dr. Georgia Hay, Lampasas County Public Health Authority who did confirm that while there was a positive case reported, it has not been confirmed that the person was a resident of Lampasas County. Lampasas Radio also reached out to o to Robert Harrell, Coryell County Emergency Management Coordinator and left a message. Lampasas Radio also called Coryell Health in Gatesville, and while they confirmed a positive test for the virus, they cannot say where the patient resided.
It appears that until a confirmation is received, this is all speculation.
Coryell Emergency Management Coordinator Robert Harrell stated the person was from Lampasas County.
Lampasas Radio spoke to County Judge Randall Hoyer, and he emphatically stated that they have no confirmation of this. Confirmation to the County Judge comes from the Region 7 Public Health Office, and at this time, no confirmation has been received. Lampasas Radio also reached out to Dr. Georgia Hay, Lampasas County Public Health Authority who did confirm that while there was a positive case reported, it has not been confirmed that the person was a resident of Lampasas County. Lampasas Radio also reached out to o to Robert Harrell, Coryell County Emergency Management Coordinator and left a message. Lampasas Radio also called Coryell Health in Gatesville, and while they confirmed a positive test for the virus, they cannot say where the patient resided.
It appears that until a confirmation is received, this is all speculation.
Tune in to hear Lampasas Public Health Authority on KACQ
Lampasas County Public Health Authority, Dr. Georgia Hay will be in the Lampasas Radio studios Friday morning to discuss the COVID-19 virus, and could possible bring us an update on the unconfirmed case.
Be sure to tune in to 101.9fm KACQ or 1450am KCYL to stay up-to date
Be sure to tune in to 101.9fm KACQ or 1450am KCYL to stay up-to date
From Lampasas ISD….
Dr. Chane Rascoe stopped by Lampasas Radio studios today to bring everyone up to date on Lampasas ISD.
According to Dr. Rascoe, there is no decision yet on whether or not school will resume any time this year.
Dr. Rascoe spoke of the pride in the Lampasas ISD staff, from teachers and administrators to Nutrition to Custodial. ‘
As a parent who is now doing home learning, if there is a technical issue, there is information at the LISD website to get assistance. Parents should also reach out to the teachers and principals if necessary.
He stated that the kids do need to be with the parent to pick up the meals at this time, for the curb-side pick up as the number of students have to be verified.
We will keep you up to date on LISD happenings
According to Dr. Rascoe, there is no decision yet on whether or not school will resume any time this year.
Dr. Rascoe spoke of the pride in the Lampasas ISD staff, from teachers and administrators to Nutrition to Custodial. ‘
As a parent who is now doing home learning, if there is a technical issue, there is information at the LISD website to get assistance. Parents should also reach out to the teachers and principals if necessary.
He stated that the kids do need to be with the parent to pick up the meals at this time, for the curb-side pick up as the number of students have to be verified.
We will keep you up to date on LISD happenings
Message to Parents!
Parents of Lampasas ISD;
Though we are apart right now for our health and safety, we at Lampasas ISD continue to support each other as a community, and right now we must work together to fight COVID-19. In order to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, Lampasas ISD will be reaching out to you via email, phone, text message, and social media over the next two weeks to share vitally important guidance.
This guidance is based on what scientists know about how to prevent the spread of COVID-19, and it is our hope that you will do what you can to follow these practices and share them with your friends and family.
Thank you for all you are doing to educate your children at home and all the efforts you’re making to keep your family healthy and safe. We know this is a difficult time. If we stand apart as a community during this stretch and continue following the public health practices we will be sharing over the coming days, we will be back together soon.
Stay well!
Though we are apart right now for our health and safety, we at Lampasas ISD continue to support each other as a community, and right now we must work together to fight COVID-19. In order to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, Lampasas ISD will be reaching out to you via email, phone, text message, and social media over the next two weeks to share vitally important guidance.
This guidance is based on what scientists know about how to prevent the spread of COVID-19, and it is our hope that you will do what you can to follow these practices and share them with your friends and family.
Thank you for all you are doing to educate your children at home and all the efforts you’re making to keep your family healthy and safe. We know this is a difficult time. If we stand apart as a community during this stretch and continue following the public health practices we will be sharing over the coming days, we will be back together soon.
Stay well!
cattle market report
Lampasas Cattle Auction’s weekly sale took place
Wednesday and 222 head were on hand, down from the 295 head of the last sale a week ago, and down from the 293 head a year ago at this time.
Feeder steers & heifers were steady to $3 higher. Slaughter cows were $12- $15 lower. Slaughter bulls were $13-$17 lower.
Feeder Steers Feeder Heifers
200-300lbs $1.54-$1.88/lb 200-300lbs $1.45-$1.78/lb
300-400lbs $1.56-$1.80/lb 300-400lbs $1.12-$1.38/lb
400-500lbs $1.38-$1.58/lb 400-500lbs $1.17-$1.34/lb
500-600lbs $1.19-$1.53/lb 500-600lbs $1.17-$1.40/lb
600-700lbs $1.21-$1.47/lb 600-700lbs $1.11-$1.22/lb
700-800lbs No Test 700-800lbs No Test
Slaughter Cows Slaughter Bulls
Under 800lbs- No test 1000-1300lbs-No Test
800-1100lb .41-.50/lb 1300-2100lbs .76-.87/lb
1100-1300lbs .50-.65/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- $1135-$1300
Aged Cows w/baby-300 lb calf– $850-$1000
Wednesday and 222 head were on hand, down from the 295 head of the last sale a week ago, and down from the 293 head a year ago at this time.
Feeder steers & heifers were steady to $3 higher. Slaughter cows were $12- $15 lower. Slaughter bulls were $13-$17 lower.
Feeder Steers Feeder Heifers
200-300lbs $1.54-$1.88/lb 200-300lbs $1.45-$1.78/lb
300-400lbs $1.56-$1.80/lb 300-400lbs $1.12-$1.38/lb
400-500lbs $1.38-$1.58/lb 400-500lbs $1.17-$1.34/lb
500-600lbs $1.19-$1.53/lb 500-600lbs $1.17-$1.40/lb
600-700lbs $1.21-$1.47/lb 600-700lbs $1.11-$1.22/lb
700-800lbs No Test 700-800lbs No Test
Slaughter Cows Slaughter Bulls
Under 800lbs- No test 1000-1300lbs-No Test
800-1100lb .41-.50/lb 1300-2100lbs .76-.87/lb
1100-1300lbs .50-.65/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- $1135-$1300
Aged Cows w/baby-300 lb calf– $850-$1000
funeral notice
Reverend Bert Allen Bronaugh, 82, of Lampasas, Texas died Monday March 30 at Seton Medical Center Harker Heights, TX.
He was born January 12, 1938 to F.H. and Lela Bronaugh. He graduated from Woodrow Wilson HS in Dallas, TX, Austin College in Sherman, TX and Austin Presbyterian Seminary in 1962 where he received his Master of Divinity. Bert married Joyce on September 4, 1960. From that union three children were born, Bert Jr., JoBeth and Ann.
Bert served as a Pastor throughout his 52-year ministry in Boldtville Presbyterian Church in San Antonio, joint parish Burnet and Marble Falls, Potosi, MO, Calvert City, KY, Ballinger, Big Spring, and Schulenburg. Bert was Moderator of Western Kentucky Presbytery. He honorably retired March 30, 2013 and moved to Lampasas.
Bert served on the Ministerial Alliance in each town where he pastored. He began the Highland Lakes Chaplaincy Program. Throughout his many years of membership in the Rotary Club and Lion’s Club, he served as President and Newsletter Chairman. At time of death, Bert was a member of the Masonic Lodges in Lampasas and Burnet where he was Past Master and a member of the Order of the Eastern Star.
He is survived by his wife, Joyce Bronaugh
Son; Bert Bronaugh Jr. and wife Vonda. Daughters; JoBeth Zubkoff and Ann Gonzalez. Grandchildren; Bert III (Kristen), Wm Brandon (Kira), John, Lois, Steven (Erin), Tabetha (Bjorn), Suzanna (Mark), Jerry, Marianna.
Great-grandchildren Carter, Clara, Deacon, James, Mason, Wyatt. Bert was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, John and son-in-law, Michael Zubkoff. Family graveside service will be Monday April 6, 2020 at Lakeland Hills Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to First Presbyterian Church, PO Box 782, Lampasas, Texas 76550
Sneed Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
He was born January 12, 1938 to F.H. and Lela Bronaugh. He graduated from Woodrow Wilson HS in Dallas, TX, Austin College in Sherman, TX and Austin Presbyterian Seminary in 1962 where he received his Master of Divinity. Bert married Joyce on September 4, 1960. From that union three children were born, Bert Jr., JoBeth and Ann.
Bert served as a Pastor throughout his 52-year ministry in Boldtville Presbyterian Church in San Antonio, joint parish Burnet and Marble Falls, Potosi, MO, Calvert City, KY, Ballinger, Big Spring, and Schulenburg. Bert was Moderator of Western Kentucky Presbytery. He honorably retired March 30, 2013 and moved to Lampasas.
Bert served on the Ministerial Alliance in each town where he pastored. He began the Highland Lakes Chaplaincy Program. Throughout his many years of membership in the Rotary Club and Lion’s Club, he served as President and Newsletter Chairman. At time of death, Bert was a member of the Masonic Lodges in Lampasas and Burnet where he was Past Master and a member of the Order of the Eastern Star.
He is survived by his wife, Joyce Bronaugh
Son; Bert Bronaugh Jr. and wife Vonda. Daughters; JoBeth Zubkoff and Ann Gonzalez. Grandchildren; Bert III (Kristen), Wm Brandon (Kira), John, Lois, Steven (Erin), Tabetha (Bjorn), Suzanna (Mark), Jerry, Marianna.
Great-grandchildren Carter, Clara, Deacon, James, Mason, Wyatt. Bert was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, John and son-in-law, Michael Zubkoff. Family graveside service will be Monday April 6, 2020 at Lakeland Hills Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to First Presbyterian Church, PO Box 782, Lampasas, Texas 76550
Sneed Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
the weather
The High yesterday 69° The Low this morning 50°
Look for the clouds to return this afternoon with the winds form the south. No rain is expected, and it may be the only rain-free day for the next several . We are moving into an extended period of unsettled weather for Central Texas. The conditions may allow for some strong storms tomorrow, and Friday brings a cool front which may be the trigger for showers and storms.
Today: Mostly cloudy, with a high temperature near 74° and a S-SE wind increasing to 10-15 mph this afternoon.
Tonight: Cloudy skies with a low near 59°, and a S-SE wind near 10 mph.
Thursday: Cloudy with a high near 71° and a 50% chance of showers and storms. The wind will be S near 10 mph.
Thursday Night: A low near 63° and mostly cloudy skies. Wind will be S-SE at 5-10 mph.
Friday: Mostly cloudy with a high temperature near 79° and a 70% chance of showers and storms. The wind will be S near 5 mph.
Friday Night: Mostly cloudy with a low near 54° and wind shifting to E-NE after midnight. Showers and storm are likely as the 70% chance of precipitation continues
Look for the clouds to return this afternoon with the winds form the south. No rain is expected, and it may be the only rain-free day for the next several . We are moving into an extended period of unsettled weather for Central Texas. The conditions may allow for some strong storms tomorrow, and Friday brings a cool front which may be the trigger for showers and storms.
Today: Mostly cloudy, with a high temperature near 74° and a S-SE wind increasing to 10-15 mph this afternoon.
Tonight: Cloudy skies with a low near 59°, and a S-SE wind near 10 mph.
Thursday: Cloudy with a high near 71° and a 50% chance of showers and storms. The wind will be S near 10 mph.
Thursday Night: A low near 63° and mostly cloudy skies. Wind will be S-SE at 5-10 mph.
Friday: Mostly cloudy with a high temperature near 79° and a 70% chance of showers and storms. The wind will be S near 5 mph.
Friday Night: Mostly cloudy with a low near 54° and wind shifting to E-NE after midnight. Showers and storm are likely as the 70% chance of precipitation continues
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Tuesday shows a missing person reported in the 1200 block of E. Ave G at 5:31am. The evening shows a noise complaint in the 700 block of
N. Hackberry at 8:08pm, a criminal trespass in the 400 block of W. 1st St at 8:44pm, and a criminal mischief in the 100 block of EE Ohnmeiss at 8:48pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Tuesday shows Lometa with a livestock issue. Kempner had a medical call, an animal issue, a civil matter and a warrant was served. Out in the county there were animal issues, a reported missing person, an alarm call and a noise complaint.
The Jail Log shows the arrest Tuesday of 35 year old Bruce Lenamond of Copperas Cove for Burglary of a Habitation. Ski Strange, 48, of Kempner was arrested for injury to child/elderly person w/bodily injury and burglary of a habitation/ intended felony.
The Burn Ban has been lifted until April
N. Hackberry at 8:08pm, a criminal trespass in the 400 block of W. 1st St at 8:44pm, and a criminal mischief in the 100 block of EE Ohnmeiss at 8:48pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Tuesday shows Lometa with a livestock issue. Kempner had a medical call, an animal issue, a civil matter and a warrant was served. Out in the county there were animal issues, a reported missing person, an alarm call and a noise complaint.
The Jail Log shows the arrest Tuesday of 35 year old Bruce Lenamond of Copperas Cove for Burglary of a Habitation. Ski Strange, 48, of Kempner was arrested for injury to child/elderly person w/bodily injury and burglary of a habitation/ intended felony.
The Burn Ban has been lifted until April
Tune in to hear Lampasas Public Health Authority on KACQ
Lampasas County Public Health Authority, Dr. Georgia Hay will be in the Lampasas Radio studios Friday morning to update the community on the COVID-19 virus.
Be sure to tune in to 101.9fm KACQ or 1450am KCYL to stay up-to date!
Be sure to tune in to 101.9fm KACQ or 1450am KCYL to stay up-to date!
City Manager Notes
Finley de Graffenreid was in the Lampasas Radio studios this morning for his weekly show with Ronnie Witcher.
They visited at length about the continuing “shelter in place” order, and the importance of social distancing. Mr. de Graffenreid spoke about the precautions city workers are taking to maintain distance from one another, and while the State of Texas is now under a shelter in place order until May 4th, it may need to be extended after that date. The city is trying to move forward with City Business , working on the capital plan and other projects. The W. Ave C project was delayed because of wet weather.
The Lampasas Police Dept. as well as the City of Lampasas have to find ways to deliver services to residents that are precautionary given the social distancing that is required.
Remember, Take Care of your Family, Wash Your Hands, and Stay Safe!
They visited at length about the continuing “shelter in place” order, and the importance of social distancing. Mr. de Graffenreid spoke about the precautions city workers are taking to maintain distance from one another, and while the State of Texas is now under a shelter in place order until May 4th, it may need to be extended after that date. The city is trying to move forward with City Business , working on the capital plan and other projects. The W. Ave C project was delayed because of wet weather.
The Lampasas Police Dept. as well as the City of Lampasas have to find ways to deliver services to residents that are precautionary given the social distancing that is required.
Remember, Take Care of your Family, Wash Your Hands, and Stay Safe!
New Orders
From Lampasas County Judge Hoyer
Lampasas County Judge Randy Hoyer extended the “shelter in place” order through April 7th. STAY HOME, STAY SAFE!
Judge Hoyer stresses that this order is to protect residents and their families.
With all neighboring counties with confirmed cases, it is just a matter of time before Lampasas has a confirmed case.
The judge states: “Without a doubt, this virus has disrupted our lives, families, jobs and everyday lives. We will eventually prevail and return to our lives before Coronavirus. Do not panic, do not be fearful, be mindful of the seriousness of the times, and follow the orders and recommendations provided to you.
Stay positive Lampasas County, and remember: Stay Home and Stay Safe!”
To read the full proclamation, go to lampasasradio.com/coronavirus.
Lampasas County Judge Randy Hoyer extended the “shelter in place” order through April 7th. STAY HOME, STAY SAFE!
Judge Hoyer stresses that this order is to protect residents and their families.
With all neighboring counties with confirmed cases, it is just a matter of time before Lampasas has a confirmed case.
The judge states: “Without a doubt, this virus has disrupted our lives, families, jobs and everyday lives. We will eventually prevail and return to our lives before Coronavirus. Do not panic, do not be fearful, be mindful of the seriousness of the times, and follow the orders and recommendations provided to you.
Stay positive Lampasas County, and remember: Stay Home and Stay Safe!”
To read the full proclamation, go to lampasasradio.com/coronavirus.
Update from Lampasas ISD
Dr. Chane Rascoe, Superintendent of Lampasas ISD, sent the following notice yesterday after Governor Abbott closed schools until May 4th.
“Parents,
Just a quick update:
Governor Abbott announced today the extension of school district closures until May 4, 2020. We will continue to provide remote instructional materials as developed and implemented by each campus at least through May 4, 2020.
Meal services will continue to be provided as developed and implemented each day except for Good Friday, April 10, 2020. We will not be serving on that day but will all other days through at least May 4, 2020.
It is extremely important for our community to take this virus issue seriously but not lose common sense. Stay home, wash your hands, and limit large gatherings are all things we must do to help prevent the spread of this virus.
If your student or family member test positive for the virus, please contact me immediately at rascoec@lisdtx.org.
Thanks, and God bless Lampasas ISD and our great community
“Parents,
Just a quick update:
Governor Abbott announced today the extension of school district closures until May 4, 2020. We will continue to provide remote instructional materials as developed and implemented by each campus at least through May 4, 2020.
Meal services will continue to be provided as developed and implemented each day except for Good Friday, April 10, 2020. We will not be serving on that day but will all other days through at least May 4, 2020.
It is extremely important for our community to take this virus issue seriously but not lose common sense. Stay home, wash your hands, and limit large gatherings are all things we must do to help prevent the spread of this virus.
If your student or family member test positive for the virus, please contact me immediately at rascoec@lisdtx.org.
Thanks, and God bless Lampasas ISD and our great community
Coronavirus Numbers
According to the Dept. of State Health Services there are now 3,266 cases of COVID-19 in the state and 41 have died.
Locally, Bell County has 36 cases, Williamson County 42 cases, Brown County 3 cases, Llano 3 cases, Burnet 2 cases and Coryell has 1 case.
Locally, Bell County has 36 cases, Williamson County 42 cases, Brown County 3 cases, Llano 3 cases, Burnet 2 cases and Coryell has 1 case.
Updated Closures, Cancellations and Changes…….
AdventHealth has suspended visitation at hospitals.
AdventHealth Rollins Brook will receive patients through their front entrance only. Patients receiving wound care treatments should enter through the back entrance.
The Radiogram Offices will be open from 8am to 12pm. We are still limited on where we can deliver the Radiogram. Convenience stores, the Dollar Stores, Subway and there will be more available in front of our building at 505 N. Key.
The Jury Trial for County Court for April 7th has been cancelled.
The Food Handler’s Course scheduled for March 27th has been postponed and will be rescheduled.
The LCHEC office will be open on Monday, April 6th with a skeleton crew. If you have any questions, this is the time to give us a call. We will not have the office open for person to person visits. Phone calls only. 512-556-8226
Lampasas High School : This week packets can be picked up/dropped off at Lampasas High School on Friday, April 3rd from 11am to 6pm. The teachers have virtual office hours from 9-11am, 1-3pm and 6-7pm if students need assistance.
The City of Copperas Cove has closed all city offices. Services will be available by telephone, email and online only. The only exception is the Police Dept. Lobby which will remain open. The city states that they are working to minimize the impacts on Copperas Cove citizens. Contact information for all services are available on the city’s website at www.copperascovetx.gov. Concerns can be addressed by calling Kevin Keller at 254-547-4221or by email at kkelelr@copperascovetx.gov.
The St. Mary’s Food Pantry will be open on Friday April 3rd from 1-3pm. Pre-packed bags of food will be given in a drive-through distribution with no-contact. Please come to the St. Mary’s parking lot, and a volunteer will instruct you on how to line up to receive the bags of food.
The Lampasas Mission is open. The email received at Lampasas Radio states the following: “We are distributing pre-packaged bags to our folks. We will be serving people that are walking, by giving out tickets to keep everyone in order, and serving them through one of our front doors. Also folks with cars can drive in off of 4th St and come around the building turning left on College St and there is a carport there where they can stop (not pull in) and someone will bring them a bag. Everyone is getting basically the same bagged items. None of our clients are allowed into the building, only staff and volunteers. If anyone has any questions, please give us a call at 512-556-5779.
AdventHealth Rollins Brook will receive patients through their front entrance only. Patients receiving wound care treatments should enter through the back entrance.
The Radiogram Offices will be open from 8am to 12pm. We are still limited on where we can deliver the Radiogram. Convenience stores, the Dollar Stores, Subway and there will be more available in front of our building at 505 N. Key.
The Jury Trial for County Court for April 7th has been cancelled.
The Food Handler’s Course scheduled for March 27th has been postponed and will be rescheduled.
The LCHEC office will be open on Monday, April 6th with a skeleton crew. If you have any questions, this is the time to give us a call. We will not have the office open for person to person visits. Phone calls only. 512-556-8226
Lampasas High School : This week packets can be picked up/dropped off at Lampasas High School on Friday, April 3rd from 11am to 6pm. The teachers have virtual office hours from 9-11am, 1-3pm and 6-7pm if students need assistance.
The City of Copperas Cove has closed all city offices. Services will be available by telephone, email and online only. The only exception is the Police Dept. Lobby which will remain open. The city states that they are working to minimize the impacts on Copperas Cove citizens. Contact information for all services are available on the city’s website at www.copperascovetx.gov. Concerns can be addressed by calling Kevin Keller at 254-547-4221or by email at kkelelr@copperascovetx.gov.
The St. Mary’s Food Pantry will be open on Friday April 3rd from 1-3pm. Pre-packed bags of food will be given in a drive-through distribution with no-contact. Please come to the St. Mary’s parking lot, and a volunteer will instruct you on how to line up to receive the bags of food.
The Lampasas Mission is open. The email received at Lampasas Radio states the following: “We are distributing pre-packaged bags to our folks. We will be serving people that are walking, by giving out tickets to keep everyone in order, and serving them through one of our front doors. Also folks with cars can drive in off of 4th St and come around the building turning left on College St and there is a carport there where they can stop (not pull in) and someone will bring them a bag. Everyone is getting basically the same bagged items. None of our clients are allowed into the building, only staff and volunteers. If anyone has any questions, please give us a call at 512-556-5779.
the weather
The High yesterday 73° The Low this morning 64°
The steady winds from the north will keep temperatures below normal today. Tonight will be cool as well before the winds return to the south tomorrow bringing back the moisture and warm temperatures.
Today: Look for clearing skies this afternoon. The high temperature will be near 70°. Winds will be N at 10-15 mph, gusting to 20 mph.
Tonight: Mostly clear, and the low temperature should be near 48°. The wind will be N-NE near 5 mph becoming calm.
Wednesday: Partly sunny with a high temperature near 75°. Wind will be S-SE at 5-15 mph.
Wednesday Night: Mostly cloudy skies and a low near 57°. The wind will be S-SE at 10-15 mph.
Thursday: Cloudy with a high near 73° and a 40% chance of showers. Wind will be S at 10-15 mph.
Thursday Night: Mostly cloudy with winds from the S-SE at 10-15 mph, and a low near 63
The steady winds from the north will keep temperatures below normal today. Tonight will be cool as well before the winds return to the south tomorrow bringing back the moisture and warm temperatures.
Today: Look for clearing skies this afternoon. The high temperature will be near 70°. Winds will be N at 10-15 mph, gusting to 20 mph.
Tonight: Mostly clear, and the low temperature should be near 48°. The wind will be N-NE near 5 mph becoming calm.
Wednesday: Partly sunny with a high temperature near 75°. Wind will be S-SE at 5-15 mph.
Wednesday Night: Mostly cloudy skies and a low near 57°. The wind will be S-SE at 10-15 mph.
Thursday: Cloudy with a high near 73° and a 40% chance of showers. Wind will be S at 10-15 mph.
Thursday Night: Mostly cloudy with winds from the S-SE at 10-15 mph, and a low near 63
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Monday shows an early morning theft reported in the 700 block of S. Key at3:43am, then a suspicious person was reported in the 600 block of S. Ridge at 5:32am. The afternoon shows 2 harassments, on i the 300 block of S.
Wills at 3:34pm and on e in the 900 block of
W. Ave C at 4:54pm. There was a domestic disturbance reported in the100 block of S. Chestnut at 5:20pm, and a fraud reported from the 1300 block of Nix Rd .at 5:37pm. Daniel Byrd, 34, of Killeen was arrested in the 1300 block of S. key at 6:49pm for DWI 2nd. A theft was reported in the 1700 block of CTE at 7pm, then suspicious activity was called in from the 600 block of CTE at 8:47pm. A disturbance took place in the 600 block of S. Willis at 9:52pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Monday shows Lometa with a medical call, an animal issue, an accident and a reported runaway. In Kempner there were fish & game/animal issues, an call about illegal dumping, a stolen vehicle, medical calls, a noise complaint, and a shots fired call. Out in the county there was a noise complaint, civil matters, an accident, a reported fraud and an alarm call. Deputies went into Cove for an animal problem and a medical call.
The Burn Ban has been lifted through April 5th
Wills at 3:34pm and on e in the 900 block of
W. Ave C at 4:54pm. There was a domestic disturbance reported in the100 block of S. Chestnut at 5:20pm, and a fraud reported from the 1300 block of Nix Rd .at 5:37pm. Daniel Byrd, 34, of Killeen was arrested in the 1300 block of S. key at 6:49pm for DWI 2nd. A theft was reported in the 1700 block of CTE at 7pm, then suspicious activity was called in from the 600 block of CTE at 8:47pm. A disturbance took place in the 600 block of S. Willis at 9:52pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Monday shows Lometa with a medical call, an animal issue, an accident and a reported runaway. In Kempner there were fish & game/animal issues, an call about illegal dumping, a stolen vehicle, medical calls, a noise complaint, and a shots fired call. Out in the county there was a noise complaint, civil matters, an accident, a reported fraud and an alarm call. Deputies went into Cove for an animal problem and a medical call.
The Burn Ban has been lifted through April 5th
Updated Closures, Cancellations and Changes……
Lampasas Radio has not received any information about changes to the Shelter in Place orders from either the City of Lampasas or Lampasas County.
Meetings are being held to figure out how best to move forward at this time.
Be sure to tune in Friday morning at 8am to hear Dr. Georgia Hay, the Lampasas County Public Health Officer on KACQ 101.9fm or 1450am. She will be updating us with the latest Coronavirus information.
Lampasas High School has packets from last week available until noon today if you did not pick yours up last week. This week packets can be picked up/dropped off at Lampasas High School on Friday, April 3rd from 11am to 6pm. The teachers have virtual office hours from 9-11am, 1-3pm and 6-7pm if students need assistance.
Lampasas Middle School had packet-pick-up yesterday, with a tentative return date of April27th if school is not in session.
The City of Copperas Cove has closed all city offices. Services will be available by telephone, email and online only. The only exception is the Police Dept. Lobby which will remain open. The city states that they are working to minimize the impacts on Copperas Cove citizens. Contact information for all services are available on the city’s website at www.copperascovetx.gov. Concerns can be addressed by calling Kevin Keller at 254-547-4221or by email at kkelelr@copperascovetx.gov.
The St. Mary’s Food Pantry will be open on Friday April 3rd from 1-3pm. Pre-packed bags of food will be given in a drive-through distribution with no-contact. Please come to the St. Mary’s parking lot, and a volunteer will instruct you on how to line up to receive the bags of food.
The Lampasas Economic Development Corporation will be co-hosting with the Lampasas County Chamber of Commerce a virtual meeting with Representative Brad Buckley. The event will be this Thursday, April 1st from 12pm-1pm.
The LCHEC office will be open on Monday, April 6th with a skeleton crew. If you have any questions, this is the time to give us a call. We will not have the office open for person to person visits. Phone calls only. 512-556-8226
Meetings are being held to figure out how best to move forward at this time.
Be sure to tune in Friday morning at 8am to hear Dr. Georgia Hay, the Lampasas County Public Health Officer on KACQ 101.9fm or 1450am. She will be updating us with the latest Coronavirus information.
Lampasas High School has packets from last week available until noon today if you did not pick yours up last week. This week packets can be picked up/dropped off at Lampasas High School on Friday, April 3rd from 11am to 6pm. The teachers have virtual office hours from 9-11am, 1-3pm and 6-7pm if students need assistance.
Lampasas Middle School had packet-pick-up yesterday, with a tentative return date of April27th if school is not in session.
The City of Copperas Cove has closed all city offices. Services will be available by telephone, email and online only. The only exception is the Police Dept. Lobby which will remain open. The city states that they are working to minimize the impacts on Copperas Cove citizens. Contact information for all services are available on the city’s website at www.copperascovetx.gov. Concerns can be addressed by calling Kevin Keller at 254-547-4221or by email at kkelelr@copperascovetx.gov.
The St. Mary’s Food Pantry will be open on Friday April 3rd from 1-3pm. Pre-packed bags of food will be given in a drive-through distribution with no-contact. Please come to the St. Mary’s parking lot, and a volunteer will instruct you on how to line up to receive the bags of food.
The Lampasas Economic Development Corporation will be co-hosting with the Lampasas County Chamber of Commerce a virtual meeting with Representative Brad Buckley. The event will be this Thursday, April 1st from 12pm-1pm.
The LCHEC office will be open on Monday, April 6th with a skeleton crew. If you have any questions, this is the time to give us a call. We will not have the office open for person to person visits. Phone calls only. 512-556-8226
Going Somewhere?
Not so fast…..
The extraordinary impact of the Coronavirus has affected everyone in some form or fashion.
The travel restrictions now are almost unheard of.
Rhode Island was requiring people entering their state from New York to quarantine for 14 days. They have now expanded their order to include anyone coming from another state for a non-work related purpose.
Governor Abbott has issued extensive executive orders requiring anyone from New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, California, and Washington to undergo 14 days of quarantine. People from the cities of Miami, Atlanta, Detroit and Chicago and anyone driving in from Louisiana must also undergo a mandatory 14 day quarantine. Governor Abbot has DPS assisting with checking to make sure that quarantine is being followed.
The states of Maryland, Delaware, Hawaii, Vermont, West and Virginia have the same 14 day quarantine orders. Kentucky residents must quarantine for 14 days if they leave the state and return. Florida is requiring the quarantine for travelers from New York, New Jersey or Connecticut and has checkpoints on the roads to screen travelers from Louisiana. Oklahoma has ordered travelers from 6 different states to quarantine, and Alaska, Montana and Massachusetts are also requiring the 14 day quarantine for all out of state visitors.
While governors cannot prevent people from entering their states, they are able to implement a 14 day quarantine and enforcing them with the state police.
The travel restrictions now are almost unheard of.
Rhode Island was requiring people entering their state from New York to quarantine for 14 days. They have now expanded their order to include anyone coming from another state for a non-work related purpose.
Governor Abbott has issued extensive executive orders requiring anyone from New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, California, and Washington to undergo 14 days of quarantine. People from the cities of Miami, Atlanta, Detroit and Chicago and anyone driving in from Louisiana must also undergo a mandatory 14 day quarantine. Governor Abbot has DPS assisting with checking to make sure that quarantine is being followed.
The states of Maryland, Delaware, Hawaii, Vermont, West and Virginia have the same 14 day quarantine orders. Kentucky residents must quarantine for 14 days if they leave the state and return. Florida is requiring the quarantine for travelers from New York, New Jersey or Connecticut and has checkpoints on the roads to screen travelers from Louisiana. Oklahoma has ordered travelers from 6 different states to quarantine, and Alaska, Montana and Massachusetts are also requiring the 14 day quarantine for all out of state visitors.
While governors cannot prevent people from entering their states, they are able to implement a 14 day quarantine and enforcing them with the state police.
Coronavirus Numbers
According to the Dept. of State Health Services there are 2,877 cases of COVID-19 in the state and 38 have died. According to the KXAN news in Austin, there are 3,161 cases in Texas and 46 have died.
Locally, Bell County has 36 cases, Williamson County 37 cases, Brown County 3 cases, Llano 3 cases, Burnet 2 cases and Coryell has 1 case.
Locally, Bell County has 36 cases, Williamson County 37 cases, Brown County 3 cases, Llano 3 cases, Burnet 2 cases and Coryell has 1 case.
Roadwork Ahead
WACO – The Texas Department of Transportation (Waco District) will temporarily close the roadway and conduct pavement repair operations on portions of I-14/US 190, south of Copperas Cove, beginning Sunday, April 5, 2020, weather permitting.
This routine maintenance work will repair pavement sections along I-14 from the Business 190 split, east of Copperas Cove, to the intersection of I-14 and FM 3046, southwest of the city.
The work will begin Sunday at 10 p.m. thru 7 a.m. Monday, then continue Monday thru Friday between the hours of 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. and is expected to last about one week, weather permitting. Work is not currently planned for Saturday. Eastbound and westbound I-14 traffic will detour via Business 190 through Copperas Cove during the overnight hours of the repair operations. The roadway will reopen by 7 a.m. daily.
TxDOT cautions motorists to be alert for traffic control along the detour route and at I-14 access points within the work area.
This routine maintenance work will repair pavement sections along I-14 from the Business 190 split, east of Copperas Cove, to the intersection of I-14 and FM 3046, southwest of the city.
The work will begin Sunday at 10 p.m. thru 7 a.m. Monday, then continue Monday thru Friday between the hours of 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. and is expected to last about one week, weather permitting. Work is not currently planned for Saturday. Eastbound and westbound I-14 traffic will detour via Business 190 through Copperas Cove during the overnight hours of the repair operations. The roadway will reopen by 7 a.m. daily.
TxDOT cautions motorists to be alert for traffic control along the detour route and at I-14 access points within the work area.
Funeral/Death Notice
Jeannie Holderman, 77 of Lampasas, Texas died March 25 at Rollins Brook Community Hospital (Adventist Lampasas).
She was born January 16, 1943 in Wichita, KS to parents Jesse Ethan Burks and Bonnie Jean (Ashworth) Burks. She was a homemaker and a nurse’s aide. She loved to sing, play guitar, camp, travel, tell funny stories to the grandkids and dance. She loved Jesus with all her heart. She married Charles Richard Holderman.
She is survived by her husband, Charles R. Holderman. 4 Daughters; Brenda White, Laura Durbin, Amy Surface, Heather Holderman.17 grandchildren; Matthew Van Zant, Jesse Van Zant, Rebecca Sawyer, Cicily Windhorst, Steven Lee, Amalia Windhorst, Azalia Windhorst, Brendon Sanders, Wyatt Sanders, Dylan Sanders, Emily Sanders, Noah Pickard, Lilly Surface, Garrett Surface, Savannah Salinas, Blaine White, Carlos C. Cintron.
19 great-grandchildren also survive.
raveside funeral service will be Wednesday April 1, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. in Oak Hill Cemetery.
Sneed Funeral Chapel in charge of arrangements.
She was born January 16, 1943 in Wichita, KS to parents Jesse Ethan Burks and Bonnie Jean (Ashworth) Burks. She was a homemaker and a nurse’s aide. She loved to sing, play guitar, camp, travel, tell funny stories to the grandkids and dance. She loved Jesus with all her heart. She married Charles Richard Holderman.
She is survived by her husband, Charles R. Holderman. 4 Daughters; Brenda White, Laura Durbin, Amy Surface, Heather Holderman.17 grandchildren; Matthew Van Zant, Jesse Van Zant, Rebecca Sawyer, Cicily Windhorst, Steven Lee, Amalia Windhorst, Azalia Windhorst, Brendon Sanders, Wyatt Sanders, Dylan Sanders, Emily Sanders, Noah Pickard, Lilly Surface, Garrett Surface, Savannah Salinas, Blaine White, Carlos C. Cintron.
19 great-grandchildren also survive.
raveside funeral service will be Wednesday April 1, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. in Oak Hill Cemetery.
Sneed Funeral Chapel in charge of arrangements.
the weather
The High yesterday 73° The Low this morning 59°
The forecasters are expecting a warm front to move up from the south and a surface low pressure system to move in from the west creating a dry line where storms may form in our area. Tomorrow will bring us high temperatures in the 70’s, a strong north wind and sunny skies.
Today: Cloudy with a high near 69°. Wind will be
E-SE at 5-10 mph, and there is a 60% chance of rain.
Tonight: There is a 30% chance of showers in the evening, with cloudy skies gradually clearing overnight. The winds will be S at 5-15 mph shifting W early tomorrow morning, and the low temperature will be
ear 53°.
Tuesday: Sunny skies and a high temperature near 75°. Winds will be N at 10-15 mph.
sday Night: Partly cloudy with a low temperature near 50°. Winds will be N-NE at 5-10 mph.
Wednesday Night: Mostly cloudy skies with a low near 57°. Winds will be SE near 10 mph
The forecasters are expecting a warm front to move up from the south and a surface low pressure system to move in from the west creating a dry line where storms may form in our area. Tomorrow will bring us high temperatures in the 70’s, a strong north wind and sunny skies.
Today: Cloudy with a high near 69°. Wind will be
E-SE at 5-10 mph, and there is a 60% chance of rain.
Tonight: There is a 30% chance of showers in the evening, with cloudy skies gradually clearing overnight. The winds will be S at 5-15 mph shifting W early tomorrow morning, and the low temperature will be
ear 53°.
Tuesday: Sunny skies and a high temperature near 75°. Winds will be N at 10-15 mph.
sday Night: Partly cloudy with a low temperature near 50°. Winds will be N-NE at 5-10 mph.
Wednesday Night: Mostly cloudy skies with a low near 57°. Winds will be SE near 10 mph
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Friday shows an early morning domestic disturbance in the 600 block of S. Willis St. at 12:53am. Later in the morning there was an accident in the 900 block of Old Georgetown Rd. at 8:19am with 1 person injured. A harassment was reported in the 200 block of Landon Dr. at 11am. There were 2 minor accidents, one in the 800 block of N. Key at 12:40pm, and one in the 1700 block of CTE at 3:35pm, both with no injuries. Suspicious persons were reported, on in the 1000 block of W. Ave E at 4:55pm, and one in the1700 block of CTE at 8:14pm. A possession of drug paraphernalia call came in from the 1600 block of CTE at 11:10pm.
The Police Dept. Blotter for Saturday shows a reported harassment in the 1100 block of Nix Rd. at 6:21pm. There was a reported disturbance in the 800 block of N. Park St at 8:24pm. Jeffrey Phillips II, of El Paso was arrested in the 3000 block of Sunrise Hills at 11:28pm for DWI w/ BAC over .15%.
The Police Dept. Blotter for Sunday shows a reported harassment in the 2300 block of Deer Trail at 11:38am. The afternoon shows a theft in the 1700 block of CTE at 4:47pm, then a domestic disturbance in the 1300 block of CTE at 5:39pm. Suspicious activity was reported in the 900 block of E. Ave I at 5:43pm, a suspicious person was reported in the 100 block of S. Key at 6:46pm and a noise disturbance was called in from the 600 block of S. Spring at 11:02pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for the weekend shows Lometa with livestock/animal issues, medical calls, civil matters, and an alarm call.
In Kempner officers tended to animal/livestock issues, a reported disturbance, civil matters, shots fired calls, and a reported harassment. Out in the county there was an alarm call, civil matters, reported thefts, reports of suspicious activity, a reported trespassing, animal/livestock issues, a medical call, a utility problem, and an accident. Deputies went into Cove on a medical call, livestock/animal /issues, medical calls, and a reported disturbance.
The Jail Log shows the Friday arrest of 18 year old Storm Hamilton, 18, of Lampasas on 2 counts of burglary of a building. James Smith, 50, of Kempner was arrested on Sunday for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. Roland Vasquez, 34, of Lampasas was also arrested Sunday for violating a protective order.
The Burn Ban has been lifted until April 5th
The Police Dept. Blotter for Saturday shows a reported harassment in the 1100 block of Nix Rd. at 6:21pm. There was a reported disturbance in the 800 block of N. Park St at 8:24pm. Jeffrey Phillips II, of El Paso was arrested in the 3000 block of Sunrise Hills at 11:28pm for DWI w/ BAC over .15%.
The Police Dept. Blotter for Sunday shows a reported harassment in the 2300 block of Deer Trail at 11:38am. The afternoon shows a theft in the 1700 block of CTE at 4:47pm, then a domestic disturbance in the 1300 block of CTE at 5:39pm. Suspicious activity was reported in the 900 block of E. Ave I at 5:43pm, a suspicious person was reported in the 100 block of S. Key at 6:46pm and a noise disturbance was called in from the 600 block of S. Spring at 11:02pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for the weekend shows Lometa with livestock/animal issues, medical calls, civil matters, and an alarm call.
In Kempner officers tended to animal/livestock issues, a reported disturbance, civil matters, shots fired calls, and a reported harassment. Out in the county there was an alarm call, civil matters, reported thefts, reports of suspicious activity, a reported trespassing, animal/livestock issues, a medical call, a utility problem, and an accident. Deputies went into Cove on a medical call, livestock/animal /issues, medical calls, and a reported disturbance.
The Jail Log shows the Friday arrest of 18 year old Storm Hamilton, 18, of Lampasas on 2 counts of burglary of a building. James Smith, 50, of Kempner was arrested on Sunday for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. Roland Vasquez, 34, of Lampasas was also arrested Sunday for violating a protective order.
The Burn Ban has been lifted until April 5th
Something Good MD
What do you do when the only grocery store in town burns down? Lampasas Radio found this post on social media. Given the difficulties that we are currently experiencing, it is inspiring…
“What is it to be a Texan? No, it's not because you simply live here. It is a set of values and guiding principles that led to the creation of this great state. Let me give you a couple of examples.
Friday morning at 1:00 a.m., the only grocery store in San Saba, Lowes, caught fire. At 7:00 a.m., the fire was still burning and firefighters from multiple towns were still fighting the blaze, despite the fact that ammunition and propane tanks were exploding. Brad Williams and other members of Hunters for Heroes put together a group of people and trucks and headed to Austin to purchase supplies for the residents of San Saba. By the time the fire was extinguished the building was a total loss. Saturday morning, the Lowes management team arrived from Lubbock to assess the damage. Albert Stowell and Kay Smith Stowell who had just purchased a building on the square offered their building to Lowes and on a hand shake, sealed a 2-year lease while the other building could be reconstructed. Lubbock based Sanders Mechanical put a crew together, drove through the night and arrived at the new building Sunday morning and began construction. Monday, San Saba Utility department placed a new power pole, 600 amp, 3 phase, electric service into the building along with new sewer and water. Store racks arrived, telephone and Internet contractors from around Texas arrived, and electricians brought in rolls of new cable. And as night settled in, the contractors continued to reconfigure a vacant space into a new grocery store. Products are already being staged and are scheduled to begin arriving on Wednesday. The official opening of the new store is scheduled for Saturday morning, March 28 - one week and one day after total destruction. That's what Texans do.
Hospitals are desperate for supplies which include, among other things, N95 masks. These are the same masks used during construction, painting, and fiberglass work. On a normal day you can find them in your hardware stores and paint stores, however, during this time with Covid-19, they are sold out. The call came from a friend asking for help because the masks were unavailable in Austin. Debbie Reynolds in Bend, Texas at the time started calling every store in the area to see if they had any, including the Ace Hardware in Lampasas owned by Roland Schaub. The answers were all the same - sold out. But five minutes later, she received a call back from the Ace in Lampasas that they had located two boxes of 20 masks and they would hold them for her. Within the hour the masks were picked up, driven to Austin, and ultimately delivered to Seton Hospital where they are utilized by the front line doctors and nurses treating Covid-19 patients. That's what Texans do.
In Texas, we can close a deal with a hand shake, we can drive through the night to help a fellow Texan in need, we can go above and beyond to make things happen to help others. “
The New Lowe’s Market opened on Friday March
“What is it to be a Texan? No, it's not because you simply live here. It is a set of values and guiding principles that led to the creation of this great state. Let me give you a couple of examples.
Friday morning at 1:00 a.m., the only grocery store in San Saba, Lowes, caught fire. At 7:00 a.m., the fire was still burning and firefighters from multiple towns were still fighting the blaze, despite the fact that ammunition and propane tanks were exploding. Brad Williams and other members of Hunters for Heroes put together a group of people and trucks and headed to Austin to purchase supplies for the residents of San Saba. By the time the fire was extinguished the building was a total loss. Saturday morning, the Lowes management team arrived from Lubbock to assess the damage. Albert Stowell and Kay Smith Stowell who had just purchased a building on the square offered their building to Lowes and on a hand shake, sealed a 2-year lease while the other building could be reconstructed. Lubbock based Sanders Mechanical put a crew together, drove through the night and arrived at the new building Sunday morning and began construction. Monday, San Saba Utility department placed a new power pole, 600 amp, 3 phase, electric service into the building along with new sewer and water. Store racks arrived, telephone and Internet contractors from around Texas arrived, and electricians brought in rolls of new cable. And as night settled in, the contractors continued to reconfigure a vacant space into a new grocery store. Products are already being staged and are scheduled to begin arriving on Wednesday. The official opening of the new store is scheduled for Saturday morning, March 28 - one week and one day after total destruction. That's what Texans do.
Hospitals are desperate for supplies which include, among other things, N95 masks. These are the same masks used during construction, painting, and fiberglass work. On a normal day you can find them in your hardware stores and paint stores, however, during this time with Covid-19, they are sold out. The call came from a friend asking for help because the masks were unavailable in Austin. Debbie Reynolds in Bend, Texas at the time started calling every store in the area to see if they had any, including the Ace Hardware in Lampasas owned by Roland Schaub. The answers were all the same - sold out. But five minutes later, she received a call back from the Ace in Lampasas that they had located two boxes of 20 masks and they would hold them for her. Within the hour the masks were picked up, driven to Austin, and ultimately delivered to Seton Hospital where they are utilized by the front line doctors and nurses treating Covid-19 patients. That's what Texans do.
In Texas, we can close a deal with a hand shake, we can drive through the night to help a fellow Texan in need, we can go above and beyond to make things happen to help others. “
The New Lowe’s Market opened on Friday March
Updated Closures, Cancellations and Changes……..
With President Trump extending “Social Distancing” until April 30th, state and local authorities are trying to figure out what to do.
Our local school Superintendents, County Judge, County Judge, Dr. Georgia Hay local public health authority and others will be meeting today and tomorrow to decide how best to move forward. We will keep you updated as soon as we receive any information.
For updated numbers, as of Sunday, according to the Texas Tribune, Texas reported 500 more cases, bringing the total to 2,552 in the state. 118 of Texas’s 254 counties now have cases, and 34 deaths due to the COVID-19 have been reported. There are 176 patients in the hospital in Texas with the virus.
There were 7 more deaths reported in Texas for a total of 34. Dallas County reported 2 additional deaths. Harris County, Denton County, Brazos County, Williamson County and Van Zandt County reported 1 additional death each.
Governor Abbott held a press conference this weekend and the Executive Orders that were issued include Executive Order GA-12. In this Order, the Governor “mandated a 14-day quarantine for road travelers arriving in Texas from any location in Louisiana. The self-quarantine procedure will mirror the process outlined in the Governor's previous Executive Order requiring mandatory self-quarantine for air travelers from the New York Tri-State Area and New Orleans, Louisiana. This mandated quarantine will not apply to travel related to commercial activity, military service, emergency response, health response, or critical infrastructure functions.
Elaborating on the new Louisiana travel restrictions, Abbott said they will be enforced by the Texas Department of Public Safety "at and near entry points from Louisiana." The restrictions do "not apply to travel related to commercial activities, military service, emergency response, health response or critical infrastructure functions," Abbott said
The second order GA-13, “prohibits the release of individuals in custody for or with a history of offenses involving physical violence or the threat of physical violence. This Executive Order comes in response to concerns of the release or anticipated release of individuals because of COVID-19 who are deemed a danger to society.”
The Lampasas Economic Development Corporation will be co-hosting with the Lampasas County Chamber of Commerce a virtual meeting with Representative Brad Buckley. The event will be this Thursday, April 1st from 12pm-1pm.
The LCHEC office will be open on Monday, April 6th with a skeleton crew. If you have any questions, this is the time to give us a call. We will not have the office open for person to person visits. Phone calls only. 512-556-8226
Our local school Superintendents, County Judge, County Judge, Dr. Georgia Hay local public health authority and others will be meeting today and tomorrow to decide how best to move forward. We will keep you updated as soon as we receive any information.
For updated numbers, as of Sunday, according to the Texas Tribune, Texas reported 500 more cases, bringing the total to 2,552 in the state. 118 of Texas’s 254 counties now have cases, and 34 deaths due to the COVID-19 have been reported. There are 176 patients in the hospital in Texas with the virus.
There were 7 more deaths reported in Texas for a total of 34. Dallas County reported 2 additional deaths. Harris County, Denton County, Brazos County, Williamson County and Van Zandt County reported 1 additional death each.
Governor Abbott held a press conference this weekend and the Executive Orders that were issued include Executive Order GA-12. In this Order, the Governor “mandated a 14-day quarantine for road travelers arriving in Texas from any location in Louisiana. The self-quarantine procedure will mirror the process outlined in the Governor's previous Executive Order requiring mandatory self-quarantine for air travelers from the New York Tri-State Area and New Orleans, Louisiana. This mandated quarantine will not apply to travel related to commercial activity, military service, emergency response, health response, or critical infrastructure functions.
Elaborating on the new Louisiana travel restrictions, Abbott said they will be enforced by the Texas Department of Public Safety "at and near entry points from Louisiana." The restrictions do "not apply to travel related to commercial activities, military service, emergency response, health response or critical infrastructure functions," Abbott said
The second order GA-13, “prohibits the release of individuals in custody for or with a history of offenses involving physical violence or the threat of physical violence. This Executive Order comes in response to concerns of the release or anticipated release of individuals because of COVID-19 who are deemed a danger to society.”
The Lampasas Economic Development Corporation will be co-hosting with the Lampasas County Chamber of Commerce a virtual meeting with Representative Brad Buckley. The event will be this Thursday, April 1st from 12pm-1pm.
The LCHEC office will be open on Monday, April 6th with a skeleton crew. If you have any questions, this is the time to give us a call. We will not have the office open for person to person visits. Phone calls only. 512-556-8226
the weather
High yesterday was 85° Low this morning was 65°
There is a slight chance for a storm today due to a nearby pacific cool front up north. This should mean a slightly cooler and drier Saturday as the rain moves off to the east. Highs tomorrow are forecast for the mid-70’s, but could reach the 80’s depending on the surface winds. The clearing skies will make for a cool Saturday night with 40’s and 50’s for the low temperatures. The rain chances reappear on Sunday.
Today: Mostly cloudy with a high near 86°. Wind will be S-SW at 5-15 mph.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy with a low near 61°. Winds will be S-SE near 10-15 mph. there is a slight chance of showers early in the morning.
Saturday: Mostly cloudy to begin with decreasing clouds and ending sunny with a high near 76.0 W-NW wind at will be gusty at 15-20 gusting to 25 mph. Saturday night: Winds will be W near 5-10 mph. Skies will be mostly clear with a low near 48°.
Sunday: Mostly sunny with a high temperature near 77°. Winds will be light out of the N-NW shifting SE in the afternoon.
Sunday night: Mostly cloudy and a low near 58°, with E-SE winds at 5-10 mph and a 30% chance of showers and storms.
Monday: An 80% chance of showers and storms with a high near 74°. Winds will continue E-SE shifting to the S in the afternoon
There is a slight chance for a storm today due to a nearby pacific cool front up north. This should mean a slightly cooler and drier Saturday as the rain moves off to the east. Highs tomorrow are forecast for the mid-70’s, but could reach the 80’s depending on the surface winds. The clearing skies will make for a cool Saturday night with 40’s and 50’s for the low temperatures. The rain chances reappear on Sunday.
Today: Mostly cloudy with a high near 86°. Wind will be S-SW at 5-15 mph.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy with a low near 61°. Winds will be S-SE near 10-15 mph. there is a slight chance of showers early in the morning.
Saturday: Mostly cloudy to begin with decreasing clouds and ending sunny with a high near 76.0 W-NW wind at will be gusty at 15-20 gusting to 25 mph. Saturday night: Winds will be W near 5-10 mph. Skies will be mostly clear with a low near 48°.
Sunday: Mostly sunny with a high temperature near 77°. Winds will be light out of the N-NW shifting SE in the afternoon.
Sunday night: Mostly cloudy and a low near 58°, with E-SE winds at 5-10 mph and a 30% chance of showers and storms.
Monday: An 80% chance of showers and storms with a high near 74°. Winds will continue E-SE shifting to the S in the afternoon
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Thursday shows an early morning prowler reported on Alexander Ln. at 4:35am. A burglary of a motor vehicle was reported in the 1000 block of Campbell St. at 8:21am. The afternoon shows a fraud in the 200 block of N. Key at 1:25pm. There was a disturbance in the 400 block of S. Chestnut at 6:27pm. Melissa Stewart, 40, of Lampasas was arrested in the 200 block of E. Ave D at 6:53pm on a Lampasas PD Warrant for assault/causing injury/family member. Two domestic disturbances were reported in the 600 block of S. Willis, one at 9:20pm and one at 10:40pm. Suspicious activity was reported in the 600 block of CTE at 9:27pm, and a minor accident was reported in the 1700 block of 281 S at 9:53pm.
Lampasas County Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Thursday shows Lometa with animal/livestock issues and a request for extra patrol. Kempner had calls for suspicious activity and a reported missing person. Out in the county deputies were busy with medical calls, animal issues, , civil matters, a reported theft, livestock issues, and an accident. Deputies went into Cove on a welfare check and a reported disturbance.
The Burn Ban has been lifted until Sunday April 5th
Lampasas County Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Thursday shows Lometa with animal/livestock issues and a request for extra patrol. Kempner had calls for suspicious activity and a reported missing person. Out in the county deputies were busy with medical calls, animal issues, , civil matters, a reported theft, livestock issues, and an accident. Deputies went into Cove on a welfare check and a reported disturbance.
The Burn Ban has been lifted until Sunday April 5th
It’s Friday !
What’s Goin’ on?
Breakfast & Lunch!
At Hanna Springs and Taylor Creek Elementary!
Lampasas ISD reached out to Lampasas Radio this morning and wants to encourage all parents to take advantage of the meal program offered through this difficult time. Remember, your child MUST be with you to receive the meal. If this changes you will be advised. The times are 7:30-9am for breakfasts and 11:30am-1pm for lunch.
Lampasas High School Packet-pick-up Lampasas High School is having Instructional packet pick up today form 7am -7pm. It is IMPERATIVE that you notify Mr. McQueen by email that you need a packet. The email address is mcqueenj@lisdtx.org. Students will drive through past the front entrance of the school to get their packet. If transportation is a problem, let Mr. McQueen know.
The elementary schools are also handing out packets for parents who need them Dr. Rascoe advises going to the schools website and contacting your child’s teacher if you have any questions. Hanna Springs said that if you still need a packet to please call the school and they will help you.
Lampasas ISD reached out to Lampasas Radio this morning and wants to encourage all parents to take advantage of the meal program offered through this difficult time. Remember, your child MUST be with you to receive the meal. If this changes you will be advised. The times are 7:30-9am for breakfasts and 11:30am-1pm for lunch.
Lampasas High School Packet-pick-up Lampasas High School is having Instructional packet pick up today form 7am -7pm. It is IMPERATIVE that you notify Mr. McQueen by email that you need a packet. The email address is mcqueenj@lisdtx.org. Students will drive through past the front entrance of the school to get their packet. If transportation is a problem, let Mr. McQueen know.
The elementary schools are also handing out packets for parents who need them Dr. Rascoe advises going to the schools website and contacting your child’s teacher if you have any questions. Hanna Springs said that if you still need a packet to please call the school and they will help you.
County Wide Proclamation Issued
Judge Hoyer, County Judge, issued the following statement yesterday: Media Release
March 26, 2020
Lampasas County Judge Issues Order in Response to COVID-19
“There is no doubt that this is an ever-changing public health emergency. I firmly believe that Lampasas County citizens have generally complied with all of the recommendations, guidelines and orders provided by the President, CDC and Governor. I feel that what has been done so far will have a tremendous impact limiting the spread of the virus. We must constantly assess and re-assess the situation hour by hour with our first priority being public health & safety, while trying to maintain a sense of normalcy in our lives.”
“With this said, I have issued an order to all Lampasas County citizens that I believe is a measured response to address the situation at this time and will further assist in limiting the spread of the virus.
The key points to the order:
Requires social distancing of at least six feet from any person when they are outside their residence.
Restricts gatherings in groups of more than 10.
Prohibits dining in at restaurants and food establishments.
Prohibits service-oriented business from performing services that require physical contact.
Strongly encourages County residents to remain at home and limit travel to essential needs only.
This order will remain in effect until lifted by the County Judge.
To read the full proclamation, please go to lampasasradio.com/coronavirus information. This only means that the county is now under the same orders as the city.
March 26, 2020
Lampasas County Judge Issues Order in Response to COVID-19
“There is no doubt that this is an ever-changing public health emergency. I firmly believe that Lampasas County citizens have generally complied with all of the recommendations, guidelines and orders provided by the President, CDC and Governor. I feel that what has been done so far will have a tremendous impact limiting the spread of the virus. We must constantly assess and re-assess the situation hour by hour with our first priority being public health & safety, while trying to maintain a sense of normalcy in our lives.”
“With this said, I have issued an order to all Lampasas County citizens that I believe is a measured response to address the situation at this time and will further assist in limiting the spread of the virus.
The key points to the order:
Requires social distancing of at least six feet from any person when they are outside their residence.
Restricts gatherings in groups of more than 10.
Prohibits dining in at restaurants and food establishments.
Prohibits service-oriented business from performing services that require physical contact.
Strongly encourages County residents to remain at home and limit travel to essential needs only.
This order will remain in effect until lifted by the County Judge.
To read the full proclamation, please go to lampasasradio.com/coronavirus information. This only means that the county is now under the same orders as the city.
Gov. Abbot Quarantines
Visitors From 4 Areas
overnor Abbott, in a news conference yesterday, according to his website, issued an Executive Order that reads in part:
“ mandating a self-quarantine of 14 days for individuals traveling to Texas as their final destination through an airport from the Tri-State Area of New York, New Jersey, or
Connecticut as well as the city of New Orleans, Louisiana. This
Executive Order is consistent with the guidance of Dr. Anthony Fauci and Dr. Deborah Birx of the White House Coronavirus Task Force and will be enforced by the Texas
Department of Public Safety (DPS). During this period, a
quarantined person shall not allow visitors into or out of the
designated quarantine location, other than a physician or healthcare provider, and cannot visit any public spaces. These mandatory
self-quarantines will last a period of 14 days or for the duration of a person’s presence in Texas, whichever is shorter.”
“Those entering Texas as their final destination from the designated areas will use a form from DPS to designate their quarantine
location. DPS special agents will conduct unannounced visits to designated quarantine locations to verify compliance. Failure to comply with this order is considered a criminal offense that is punishable by up to a $1,000 fine, up to 180 days in jail, or both”
“This order to self-quarantine shall not apply to people traveling in connection with military service, emergency response, health
response, or critical-infrastructure functions, as may be determined by the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM). This Executive Order will remain in effect and in full force until
modified, amended, rescinded, or superseded by the Governor”
The full proclamation is available for reading at lampasasradio.com/coronavirus
“ mandating a self-quarantine of 14 days for individuals traveling to Texas as their final destination through an airport from the Tri-State Area of New York, New Jersey, or
Connecticut as well as the city of New Orleans, Louisiana. This
Executive Order is consistent with the guidance of Dr. Anthony Fauci and Dr. Deborah Birx of the White House Coronavirus Task Force and will be enforced by the Texas
Department of Public Safety (DPS). During this period, a
quarantined person shall not allow visitors into or out of the
designated quarantine location, other than a physician or healthcare provider, and cannot visit any public spaces. These mandatory
self-quarantines will last a period of 14 days or for the duration of a person’s presence in Texas, whichever is shorter.”
“Those entering Texas as their final destination from the designated areas will use a form from DPS to designate their quarantine
location. DPS special agents will conduct unannounced visits to designated quarantine locations to verify compliance. Failure to comply with this order is considered a criminal offense that is punishable by up to a $1,000 fine, up to 180 days in jail, or both”
“This order to self-quarantine shall not apply to people traveling in connection with military service, emergency response, health
response, or critical-infrastructure functions, as may be determined by the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM). This Executive Order will remain in effect and in full force until
modified, amended, rescinded, or superseded by the Governor”
The full proclamation is available for reading at lampasasradio.com/coronavirus
Disaster Information from the USDA….
(NOT coronavirus)
Emergency Support to Producers in Surrounding
Counties/Border States Also Available
WASHINGTON, March 20, 2020 — Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue designated 83 Texas counties as primary natural disaster areas. Producers who suffered losses due to recent drought may be eligible for U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) emergency loans. The Texas counties with the primary natural disaster designation include Anderson, Atascosa, Bandera, Bee, Bell, Blanco, Brazos, Brown, Burleson, Burnet, Caldwell, Callahan, Cherokee, Coke, Coleman, Colorado, Comal, Concho, Crockett, Dallam, DeWitt, Dimmit, Eastland, Edwards, Freestone, Frio, Gillespie, Glasscock, Goliad, Gonzales, Guadalupe, Haskell, Hays, Henderson, Houston, Irion, Jackson, Jim Hogg, Jones, Karnes, Kendall, Kerr, Kinney, La Salle, Lavaca, Leon, Live Oak, Llano, McCulloch, Mason, Maverick, Medina, Menard, Navarro, Nolan, Palo Pinto, Real, Runnels, San Saba, Schleicher, Shackelford, Smith, Starr, Stephens, Sterling, Taylor, Throckmorton, Tom Green, Travis, Uvalde, Val Verde, Van Zandt, Victoria, Webb, Wharton, Wichita, Wilbarger, Williamson, Wilson, Wood, Young, Zapata, and Zavala. This natural disaster designation allows FSA to extend much-needed emergency credit to producers recovering from natural disasters. Emergency loans can be used to meet various recovery needs including the replacement of essential items such as equipment or livestock, reorganization of a farming operation or the refinance of certain debts. Producers in the contiguous Texas counties of Angelina, Archer, Austin, Bastrop, Baylor, Bexar, Brazoria, Brooks, Calhoun, Camp, Clay, Comanche, Coryell, Crane, Duval, Ellis, Erath, Falls, Fayette, Fisher, Foard, Fort Bend, Franklin, Gregg, Grimes, Hardeman, Hartley, Hidalgo, Hill, Hood, Hopkins, Howard, Hunt, Jack, Jim Wells, Kaufman, Kimble, King, Knox, Lampasas, Lee, Limestone, McLennan, McMullen, Madison, Martin, Matagorda, Midland, Milam, Mills, Mitchell, Moore, Nacogdoches, Parker, Pecos, Rains, Reagan, Refugio, Robertson, Rusk, San Patricio, Scurry, Sherman, Stonewall, Sutton, Terrell, Trinity, Upshur, Upton, Walker, and Washington, along with Union County, New Mexico, and Cimarron, Cotton, Jackson, and Tillman counties in Oklahoma, are also eligible to apply for emergency loans. The deadline to apply for these emergency loans is Nov. 7, 2020. FSA will review the loans based on the extent of losses, security available and repayment ability.
FSA has a variety of additional programs to help farmers recover from the impacts of this disaster. FSA programs that do not require a disaster declaration include: Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybees and Farm-Raised Fish Program; Emergency
Conservation Program; Livestock Forage Disaster Program;
Livestock Indemnity Program; Operating and Farm Ownership Loans; and the Tree Assistance Program.
Farmers may contact their local USDA service center for further information on eligibility requirements and application procedures for these and other programs. Additional information is also
available online at farmers.gov/recover.
Counties/Border States Also Available
WASHINGTON, March 20, 2020 — Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue designated 83 Texas counties as primary natural disaster areas. Producers who suffered losses due to recent drought may be eligible for U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) emergency loans. The Texas counties with the primary natural disaster designation include Anderson, Atascosa, Bandera, Bee, Bell, Blanco, Brazos, Brown, Burleson, Burnet, Caldwell, Callahan, Cherokee, Coke, Coleman, Colorado, Comal, Concho, Crockett, Dallam, DeWitt, Dimmit, Eastland, Edwards, Freestone, Frio, Gillespie, Glasscock, Goliad, Gonzales, Guadalupe, Haskell, Hays, Henderson, Houston, Irion, Jackson, Jim Hogg, Jones, Karnes, Kendall, Kerr, Kinney, La Salle, Lavaca, Leon, Live Oak, Llano, McCulloch, Mason, Maverick, Medina, Menard, Navarro, Nolan, Palo Pinto, Real, Runnels, San Saba, Schleicher, Shackelford, Smith, Starr, Stephens, Sterling, Taylor, Throckmorton, Tom Green, Travis, Uvalde, Val Verde, Van Zandt, Victoria, Webb, Wharton, Wichita, Wilbarger, Williamson, Wilson, Wood, Young, Zapata, and Zavala. This natural disaster designation allows FSA to extend much-needed emergency credit to producers recovering from natural disasters. Emergency loans can be used to meet various recovery needs including the replacement of essential items such as equipment or livestock, reorganization of a farming operation or the refinance of certain debts. Producers in the contiguous Texas counties of Angelina, Archer, Austin, Bastrop, Baylor, Bexar, Brazoria, Brooks, Calhoun, Camp, Clay, Comanche, Coryell, Crane, Duval, Ellis, Erath, Falls, Fayette, Fisher, Foard, Fort Bend, Franklin, Gregg, Grimes, Hardeman, Hartley, Hidalgo, Hill, Hood, Hopkins, Howard, Hunt, Jack, Jim Wells, Kaufman, Kimble, King, Knox, Lampasas, Lee, Limestone, McLennan, McMullen, Madison, Martin, Matagorda, Midland, Milam, Mills, Mitchell, Moore, Nacogdoches, Parker, Pecos, Rains, Reagan, Refugio, Robertson, Rusk, San Patricio, Scurry, Sherman, Stonewall, Sutton, Terrell, Trinity, Upshur, Upton, Walker, and Washington, along with Union County, New Mexico, and Cimarron, Cotton, Jackson, and Tillman counties in Oklahoma, are also eligible to apply for emergency loans. The deadline to apply for these emergency loans is Nov. 7, 2020. FSA will review the loans based on the extent of losses, security available and repayment ability.
FSA has a variety of additional programs to help farmers recover from the impacts of this disaster. FSA programs that do not require a disaster declaration include: Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybees and Farm-Raised Fish Program; Emergency
Conservation Program; Livestock Forage Disaster Program;
Livestock Indemnity Program; Operating and Farm Ownership Loans; and the Tree Assistance Program.
Farmers may contact their local USDA service center for further information on eligibility requirements and application procedures for these and other programs. Additional information is also
available online at farmers.gov/recover.
the weather
The High yesterday 89° The Low this morning 64°
The areas closer to I-35 may reach 90 degrees today. The average for the first 90° day is April 19th-21st so we are about 3 weeks ahead of schedule. Low clouds and a south wind will keep tonight’s lows in the 60’s.
Today: Mostly sunny with a high near 88°. The wind will be S at 5-10 mph.
Tonight: Look for increasing clouds with a low near 63° and a S wind at 5-10 mph.
Friday: Mostly cloudy with a high near 86° and a S wind at 5-10 mph.
Friday Night: Winds will continue S at 5-10 mph and skies will be mostly cloudy with a low of 62° . There is a slight chance of showers early in the morning.
Saturday: Partly sunny skies and a high temperature near 75°. Winds will be W-NW at 5-15 mph.
Saturday Night: 48° with mostly clear skies, and W-NW wind becoming calm in the evening.
Sunday: A high temperature near 78° with wind becoming SE at 5-10 mph in the afternoon.
The areas closer to I-35 may reach 90 degrees today. The average for the first 90° day is April 19th-21st so we are about 3 weeks ahead of schedule. Low clouds and a south wind will keep tonight’s lows in the 60’s.
Today: Mostly sunny with a high near 88°. The wind will be S at 5-10 mph.
Tonight: Look for increasing clouds with a low near 63° and a S wind at 5-10 mph.
Friday: Mostly cloudy with a high near 86° and a S wind at 5-10 mph.
Friday Night: Winds will continue S at 5-10 mph and skies will be mostly cloudy with a low of 62° . There is a slight chance of showers early in the morning.
Saturday: Partly sunny skies and a high temperature near 75°. Winds will be W-NW at 5-15 mph.
Saturday Night: 48° with mostly clear skies, and W-NW wind becoming calm in the evening.
Sunday: A high temperature near 78° with wind becoming SE at 5-10 mph in the afternoon.
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Wednesday shows a busy midnight hour as suspicious activity was reported on Ramsey Ln. At 12:26am, and a prowler was reported in the 200 block of Landon Dr. at 12:35am. A harassment was reported in the 1300 block of CTE at 8:31am and a sexual assault was reported in the 900 block of CTE at 11:59am. There was a major accident in the 900 block of S. Key at 12:26pm with one person injured. A suspicious person was reported in the 300 block of CTE at 1:23pm, then a suspicious vehicle was reported in the 2700 block of 281S at 2:37pm. Another suspicious person was reported in the 1000 block of W. Ave E at 6:59pm. In the 800 block of N. Ridge, there was a loud music complaint at 7:49pm. A suspicious person was reported in the 1600 block of S . Key at8:21pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Wednesday shows Lometa with a report of suspicious activity, and Kempner with an animal problem. Out in the county there were two accidents, an alarm call, medical calls and reported disturbances. Deputies went into Cove on a reported disturbance and an animal issue.
The Burn Ban has been lifted until April 5th
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Wednesday shows Lometa with a report of suspicious activity, and Kempner with an animal problem. Out in the county there were two accidents, an alarm call, medical calls and reported disturbances. Deputies went into Cove on a reported disturbance and an animal issue.
The Burn Ban has been lifted until April 5th
From Lampasas ISD….
Dr. Chane Rascoe stopped by Lampasas Radio studios today. He spoke about what an phenomenal job all the departments are doing from custodial to transportation to administration to teachers.
He said that in less than a week, the teachers have moved from an in-school platform for learning to an online platform for learning. He reiterated this is a HUGE change, and realized parents may have to spend a little time getting used to the online programs. For parents, there are set times to pick up paper packets at each campus. Hanna Springs is today from 9am-3pm. He encouraged all parents if there are questions to contact the child’s teacher, and please be patient.
Dr. Rascoe praised the efforts of our County Judge, Randy Hoyer and all of the people that meet multiple times each week, including Dr. Georgia Hay, allowing our city and county leaders to stay updated on everything. He also praised the residents, as most are following the social distancing directive and staying at home.
There is no word yet on when school will be in session again, or graduation.
Dr. Rascoe sent out this email yesterday and we wanted to share it with the community:
“It has truly been a blessing to watch each of you step up and help our kids and community during this national disaster. You have developed and implemented plans to feed our kids each day. You have made an entire instructional program transformation moving to a remote platform. You have disinfected every building in the district. All these and countless other examples that have all been completed in less than a week! Above all, you have demonstrated what makes our school district and community such a great place to live and work. We couldn’t be prouder of the progress the district is making in helping our kids.
Keep up the great work.”
For today, the meals for students will be available as follows:
“*We will be offering breakfast and lunch curbside free of charge to all children and teenagers 18 years or younger.
*(2) Sites available for curbside pickup – Hanna Springs Elementary and Taylor Creek Elementary
*Breakfast will be from 7:30 a.m till 9:00 a.m
*Lunch will be from 11:30 p.m. till 1:00 p.m.
*Due to Texas Department of Agriculture regulations, the child must be in the vehicle at the time of pickup.
*Please stay in your vehicle while the nutrition services staff delivers your meal to the vehicle.
*Ofreceremos desayuno y almuerzo en la acera sin cargo a todos los niños y adolescentes de 18 años o menos
*(2) sitios disponibles para recoger en la acera.
*Desayuno es de 7:30 a.m. hasta las 9:00 a.m.
*Almuerzo es de 11:30 hasta la 1:00 p.m.
*Debido a las regulaciones del Departamento de Agricultura de Texas, el niño debe estar en el vehículo al momento de la recolección.
*Permanezca en su vehículo mientras el personal de servicios de nutrición entrega su comida.
Hanna Springs – pickup from parking lot on east side of building off Hackberry
Taylor Creek – pickup by entering south side entrance off Big Divide Road and driving to the back of building Dr. Rascoe asks that “We all work together
He said that in less than a week, the teachers have moved from an in-school platform for learning to an online platform for learning. He reiterated this is a HUGE change, and realized parents may have to spend a little time getting used to the online programs. For parents, there are set times to pick up paper packets at each campus. Hanna Springs is today from 9am-3pm. He encouraged all parents if there are questions to contact the child’s teacher, and please be patient.
Dr. Rascoe praised the efforts of our County Judge, Randy Hoyer and all of the people that meet multiple times each week, including Dr. Georgia Hay, allowing our city and county leaders to stay updated on everything. He also praised the residents, as most are following the social distancing directive and staying at home.
There is no word yet on when school will be in session again, or graduation.
Dr. Rascoe sent out this email yesterday and we wanted to share it with the community:
“It has truly been a blessing to watch each of you step up and help our kids and community during this national disaster. You have developed and implemented plans to feed our kids each day. You have made an entire instructional program transformation moving to a remote platform. You have disinfected every building in the district. All these and countless other examples that have all been completed in less than a week! Above all, you have demonstrated what makes our school district and community such a great place to live and work. We couldn’t be prouder of the progress the district is making in helping our kids.
Keep up the great work.”
For today, the meals for students will be available as follows:
“*We will be offering breakfast and lunch curbside free of charge to all children and teenagers 18 years or younger.
*(2) Sites available for curbside pickup – Hanna Springs Elementary and Taylor Creek Elementary
*Breakfast will be from 7:30 a.m till 9:00 a.m
*Lunch will be from 11:30 p.m. till 1:00 p.m.
*Due to Texas Department of Agriculture regulations, the child must be in the vehicle at the time of pickup.
*Please stay in your vehicle while the nutrition services staff delivers your meal to the vehicle.
*Ofreceremos desayuno y almuerzo en la acera sin cargo a todos los niños y adolescentes de 18 años o menos
*(2) sitios disponibles para recoger en la acera.
*Desayuno es de 7:30 a.m. hasta las 9:00 a.m.
*Almuerzo es de 11:30 hasta la 1:00 p.m.
*Debido a las regulaciones del Departamento de Agricultura de Texas, el niño debe estar en el vehículo al momento de la recolección.
*Permanezca en su vehículo mientras el personal de servicios de nutrición entrega su comida.
Hanna Springs – pickup from parking lot on east side of building off Hackberry
Taylor Creek – pickup by entering south side entrance off Big Divide Road and driving to the back of building Dr. Rascoe asks that “We all work together
From the City Manager…
Finley de Graffenreid, City Manager of Lampasas, sent the following to Lampasas Radio to address some questions:
March 25, 2020
10:30 a.m.
What the City’s Covid-19 Response Declaration Means
What it Doesn’t Allow:
Businesses opening to the public for services that require close contact. For example, barber shops, hairdressers, spas, gyms, fitness studios, nail salons, retail only establishments.
What it Does Allow:
Almost all other businesses can remain open. For example, grocery stores, convenience stores, farm and produce stands, pet supplies, butcher shops, stores that provide any other household consumer products (cleaning and personal care supplies) and stores that sell alcohol. This includes stores that sell groceries and also sell non-grocery items.
Feed Stores and stores providing farming, livestock or ranching supplies.
Media Outlets including newspapers, television, radio and other media services.
Gas Stations and auto supply, auto repair, and related facilities.
Banks and financial institutions
Hardware and construction supply stores
Construction Trades. Electricians, plumbers, roofers, framers, landscapers, air-conditioning technicians.
Businesses providing mailing and shipping services, including post office boxes.
Laundromats, dry-cleaners, and laundry service providers.
Restaurants and entities that provide food service for pick-up, drive through or carryout only. Food may not be eaten on site.
Office Supply businesses, and businesses that otherwise supply products needed for people to work from home, or provide products for essential businesses.
Private transportation providers necessary for essential activities.
Home based care for seniors, adults and children.
Residential facilities for seniors, adults and children.
Professional Services: legal, accounting, insurance, engineering, real estate services (including appraisal, survey and title services).
Child Care facilities under mandatory conditions
See lampasasradio.com/coronavirus or City of Lampasas Website for specifics.
Utilities, telecommunications, trash collection, law enforcement, EMS, corrections, animal shelters, government employees who have not been deemed non-essential.
Janitorial and maintenance services, funeral industry, defense industry, space and technology, technology support.
Religious Services provided in residences, healthcare facilities, at funerals or provided on-line while being broadcast from a religious facility.
Do I have to stay at home if I can’t work or go to School?
The City is encouraging all residents and businesses to reduce contacts, and limit the risk of exposure. This is accomplished by using best practices for personal hygiene, frequent hand washing, social distancing, and not congregating in groups larger than 10.
Residents are also encouraged to stay at home for the same reasons.
Please feel free to leave your home if you need to go the grocery store, pick up food from a restaurant, visit a business that is currently allowed to stay open, take care of family or other residents in need, go to the Park, exercise outdoors (but not in a group), or travel outside the City.
Feel free to access Wi-Fi from your vehicle at locations designated by LISD or the City.
Generally, you may travel anywhere at any time to take care of yourself and others and to conduct your daily business, just go home after you’re done.
Do I have to have a letter from my employer to travel to and from work? Even if my workplace is closed to the Public?
You are not required to have any documentation regarding travel to and from work from your employer. You are not required to have written permission to travel to any other locations.
You may still work at a non-essential business that is closed to the public to take care of facilities, monitor inventory, and conduct administrative functions. Please make sure if you are working at any essential or non-essential business that is closed, you may not congregate in groups larger than 10, and you must be able to maintain 6 feet of social distancing.
March 25, 2020
10:30 a.m.
What the City’s Covid-19 Response Declaration Means
What it Doesn’t Allow:
Businesses opening to the public for services that require close contact. For example, barber shops, hairdressers, spas, gyms, fitness studios, nail salons, retail only establishments.
What it Does Allow:
Almost all other businesses can remain open. For example, grocery stores, convenience stores, farm and produce stands, pet supplies, butcher shops, stores that provide any other household consumer products (cleaning and personal care supplies) and stores that sell alcohol. This includes stores that sell groceries and also sell non-grocery items.
Feed Stores and stores providing farming, livestock or ranching supplies.
Media Outlets including newspapers, television, radio and other media services.
Gas Stations and auto supply, auto repair, and related facilities.
Banks and financial institutions
Hardware and construction supply stores
Construction Trades. Electricians, plumbers, roofers, framers, landscapers, air-conditioning technicians.
Businesses providing mailing and shipping services, including post office boxes.
Laundromats, dry-cleaners, and laundry service providers.
Restaurants and entities that provide food service for pick-up, drive through or carryout only. Food may not be eaten on site.
Office Supply businesses, and businesses that otherwise supply products needed for people to work from home, or provide products for essential businesses.
Private transportation providers necessary for essential activities.
Home based care for seniors, adults and children.
Residential facilities for seniors, adults and children.
Professional Services: legal, accounting, insurance, engineering, real estate services (including appraisal, survey and title services).
Child Care facilities under mandatory conditions
See lampasasradio.com/coronavirus or City of Lampasas Website for specifics.
Utilities, telecommunications, trash collection, law enforcement, EMS, corrections, animal shelters, government employees who have not been deemed non-essential.
Janitorial and maintenance services, funeral industry, defense industry, space and technology, technology support.
Religious Services provided in residences, healthcare facilities, at funerals or provided on-line while being broadcast from a religious facility.
Do I have to stay at home if I can’t work or go to School?
The City is encouraging all residents and businesses to reduce contacts, and limit the risk of exposure. This is accomplished by using best practices for personal hygiene, frequent hand washing, social distancing, and not congregating in groups larger than 10.
Residents are also encouraged to stay at home for the same reasons.
Please feel free to leave your home if you need to go the grocery store, pick up food from a restaurant, visit a business that is currently allowed to stay open, take care of family or other residents in need, go to the Park, exercise outdoors (but not in a group), or travel outside the City.
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Generally, you may travel anywhere at any time to take care of yourself and others and to conduct your daily business, just go home after you’re done.
Do I have to have a letter from my employer to travel to and from work? Even if my workplace is closed to the Public?
You are not required to have any documentation regarding travel to and from work from your employer. You are not required to have written permission to travel to any other locations.
You may still work at a non-essential business that is closed to the public to take care of facilities, monitor inventory, and conduct administrative functions. Please make sure if you are working at any essential or non-essential business that is closed, you may not congregate in groups larger than 10, and you must be able to maintain 6 feet of social distancing.
Cattle Market Report
Lampasas Cattle Auction’s weekly sale took place
Wednesday and 295 head were on hand, down from the 335 head of the last sale a week ago, and down from the 555 head a year ago at this time.
Feeder steers & heifers were $6-$8 higher on a light test. Slaughter cows and bulls were $2- $4 higher.
Feeder Steers Feeder Heifers
200-300lbs No Test 200-300lbs No Test
300-400lbs $1.30-$1.72/lb 300-400lbs $1.44-$1.64/lb
400-500lbs $1.45-$1.78/lb 400-500lbs $1.41-$1.59/lb
500-600lbs $1.43-$1.58/lb 500-600lbs $1.24-$1.39/lb
600-700lbs No Test 600-700lbs No Test
700-800lbs No Test 700-800lbs No Test
Slaughter Cows Slaughter Bulls
Under 800lbs .39-.47/lb 1000-1300lbs .71-.89/lb
800-1100lb .50 -63/lb 1300-2100lbs .92-.1.05/lb
1100-1300lbs .66-.82/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- $1000-$1300
Aged Cows w/baby-300 lb calf– $850-$1000
Wednesday and 295 head were on hand, down from the 335 head of the last sale a week ago, and down from the 555 head a year ago at this time.
Feeder steers & heifers were $6-$8 higher on a light test. Slaughter cows and bulls were $2- $4 higher.
Feeder Steers Feeder Heifers
200-300lbs No Test 200-300lbs No Test
300-400lbs $1.30-$1.72/lb 300-400lbs $1.44-$1.64/lb
400-500lbs $1.45-$1.78/lb 400-500lbs $1.41-$1.59/lb
500-600lbs $1.43-$1.58/lb 500-600lbs $1.24-$1.39/lb
600-700lbs No Test 600-700lbs No Test
700-800lbs No Test 700-800lbs No Test
Slaughter Cows Slaughter Bulls
Under 800lbs .39-.47/lb 1000-1300lbs .71-.89/lb
800-1100lb .50 -63/lb 1300-2100lbs .92-.1.05/lb
1100-1300lbs .66-.82/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- $1000-$1300
Aged Cows w/baby-300 lb calf– $850-$1000
