the weather
High yesterday was 68 ° Low this morning was 45°
Looks like another soggy day in store with the highest concentration of rainfall west of I35. Minor flooding is possible in area that received significant rainfall yesterday. A cold front will arrive in north Texas tonight providing one last chance for rainfall before moving from northwest to southeast tomorrow morning. The air behind this front will be much drier allowing skies to clear, but the northerly winds at 15-25 will make a blustery Saturday.
Today: Patchy fog before 1pm and a high near 60°. Wind will be NE near 5 mph shifting S in the afternoon. 80% chance of showers and storms in the afternoon.
Tonight: An 80% chance of showers and storms until early Saturday morning. Cloudy with a low near 51°. Winds will be S at 5-10 mph shifting to the W after midnight.
Saturday: A small chance of showers early in the morning then a mostly sunny day and a high near 62°. W wind at 5-15 mph, shifting to the N in the afternoon. Gusts could reach as high as 20 mph.
Saturday night: N-NE wind at 10 mph and mostly clear skies and a low near 34°.
Sunday: Sunny with a high temperature near 53°. Winds will be NE at 10 mph .
Overnight: Mostly cloudy and a low near 35°. Winds will continue from the NE at 5-10 mph
Looks like another soggy day in store with the highest concentration of rainfall west of I35. Minor flooding is possible in area that received significant rainfall yesterday. A cold front will arrive in north Texas tonight providing one last chance for rainfall before moving from northwest to southeast tomorrow morning. The air behind this front will be much drier allowing skies to clear, but the northerly winds at 15-25 will make a blustery Saturday.
Today: Patchy fog before 1pm and a high near 60°. Wind will be NE near 5 mph shifting S in the afternoon. 80% chance of showers and storms in the afternoon.
Tonight: An 80% chance of showers and storms until early Saturday morning. Cloudy with a low near 51°. Winds will be S at 5-10 mph shifting to the W after midnight.
Saturday: A small chance of showers early in the morning then a mostly sunny day and a high near 62°. W wind at 5-15 mph, shifting to the N in the afternoon. Gusts could reach as high as 20 mph.
Saturday night: N-NE wind at 10 mph and mostly clear skies and a low near 34°.
Sunday: Sunny with a high temperature near 53°. Winds will be NE at 10 mph .
Overnight: Mostly cloudy and a low near 35°. Winds will continue from the NE at 5-10 mph
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Thursday shows a suspicious vehicle in the 400 block of S. Liveoak at 7:20am, then a reckless driver in the 2700 block of S 281 at 11:58am. There was one minor accident in the 1400 block of S. Western at 4:05pm.
Lampasas County Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Thursday shows Lometa with civil matters, and Kempner had reports of suspicious activity, a reported disturbance, a medical call, livestock issues and civil matters. Out in the county there were medical calls, reports of suspicious activity, a reported runaway, a welfare check and an accident. Deputies went into Cove for a civil matter, an animal problem, and an accident.
There will be NO test siren this afternoon due to incoming inclement weather. If you hear the siren, it is NOT a test!!!!Be weather aware!!!
The Burn Ban has been lifted until 5pm today
Lampasas County Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Thursday shows Lometa with civil matters, and Kempner had reports of suspicious activity, a reported disturbance, a medical call, livestock issues and civil matters. Out in the county there were medical calls, reports of suspicious activity, a reported runaway, a welfare check and an accident. Deputies went into Cove for a civil matter, an animal problem, and an accident.
There will be NO test siren this afternoon due to incoming inclement weather. If you hear the siren, it is NOT a test!!!!Be weather aware!!!
The Burn Ban has been lifted until 5pm today
It's Friday ...What's goin' on ?
Corvettes on the Square is taking place tomorrow at the
Lampasas Courtyard Square. Bringing the event is SRE
Promotions. This event is OPEN and FREE for ALL Corvette owners!! Enjoy some music, vendors, shopping and great people.
We encourage everyone to come out and see all these amazing Corvettes on the Square in Lampasas
Badger Sports teams are busy this weekend.
Badger JV Soccer is at the Waco Tournament through tomorrow. Badger Varsity Soccer is in Canyon Lake (see sports story).
Badger Basketball (both boys and girls) are hosting the Taylor Ducks today with games starting at 5pm at Lampasas High School. Lampasas Middle School Girls Basketball goes to Copperas Cove for a tournament there. Lady Badger Soccer is in Stephenville at a tournament today and tomorrow. Lampasas High School UIL heads to Burnet tomorrow for the invitational there. Badger Wrestling goes to College Station f
Lampasas Courtyard Square. Bringing the event is SRE
Promotions. This event is OPEN and FREE for ALL Corvette owners!! Enjoy some music, vendors, shopping and great people.
We encourage everyone to come out and see all these amazing Corvettes on the Square in Lampasas
Badger Sports teams are busy this weekend.
Badger JV Soccer is at the Waco Tournament through tomorrow. Badger Varsity Soccer is in Canyon Lake (see sports story).
Badger Basketball (both boys and girls) are hosting the Taylor Ducks today with games starting at 5pm at Lampasas High School. Lampasas Middle School Girls Basketball goes to Copperas Cove for a tournament there. Lady Badger Soccer is in Stephenville at a tournament today and tomorrow. Lampasas High School UIL heads to Burnet tomorrow for the invitational there. Badger Wrestling goes to College Station f
USMCA Approved
Texas Farm Bureau President Russell Boening issued the following statement after the US Senate approved JR 5430, The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement Implementation Act:
“Today is a positive day for Texas farmers and ranchers. The approval of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) by the U.S. Senate and, now, Congress,
represents an important step in the economic recovery of American agriculture.
"Agricultural exports from Texas to Mexico and Canada are expected to increase by over $2 billion under USMCA.
"These increased sales come at a critical time as Texas farmers and ranchers try to recover from several years of lower net farm income and difficult market conditions. This trade agreement opens more doors and builds on the success of the North American Free Trade Agreement.
"USMCA protects our important trade relationships with our nearest neighbors and returns certainty to our markets. Texas farmers and ranchers look forward to providing products to these valued customers for years to come.
"Trade is vital to the livelihood of American farmers, consumers and the U.S. food industry. We thank U.S. Senators John Cornyn and Ted Cruz for their strong
support of this agreement. We appreciate the support of the entire Texas congressional delegation in their approval of USMCA, because this agreement presents an opportunity for growth, increased prosperity and much-needed certainty for Texans.
“Today is a positive day for Texas farmers and ranchers. The approval of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) by the U.S. Senate and, now, Congress,
represents an important step in the economic recovery of American agriculture.
"Agricultural exports from Texas to Mexico and Canada are expected to increase by over $2 billion under USMCA.
"These increased sales come at a critical time as Texas farmers and ranchers try to recover from several years of lower net farm income and difficult market conditions. This trade agreement opens more doors and builds on the success of the North American Free Trade Agreement.
"USMCA protects our important trade relationships with our nearest neighbors and returns certainty to our markets. Texas farmers and ranchers look forward to providing products to these valued customers for years to come.
"Trade is vital to the livelihood of American farmers, consumers and the U.S. food industry. We thank U.S. Senators John Cornyn and Ted Cruz for their strong
support of this agreement. We appreciate the support of the entire Texas congressional delegation in their approval of USMCA, because this agreement presents an opportunity for growth, increased prosperity and much-needed certainty for Texans.
Kempner WSC
Lampasas Radio received the following notice from Ricky Roy, Public Works Director for the City of Lampasas.
“The Kempner Water Supply Corporation, PWS #1410028, along with the City of Lampasas, PWS#1410001, and Salado Water Supply, PWS #1410035 will temporarily convert the disinfectant used in the distribution system from chloramine to free chlorine. The conversion will begin on February 15, 2020 and continue through March 15, 2020. During this period, you may experience taste and odor changes associated with this type of temporary disinfectant conversion.
Public water systems are required to properly disinfect their water and maintain an adequate disinfectant residual in the distribution system. Chloramine, free chlorine combined with ammonia, is widely used as a disinfectant because it persists for long periods while also limiting the formation of disinfection by-product contaminants. Prolonged us of chloramine coupled with other factors that can impact water quality, such as high temperatures or stagnation of water, may result in the growth and/or persistence of organic matter within the pipes of the distribution system, which may hinder the ability to maintain an adequate disinfectant residual.
A temporary conversion to free chlorine, partnered with flushing activities, helps to rid distribution pipes of the organic matter and improve the quality of your water overall. Kempner Water Supply, the City of Lampasas and the City of Salado have chosen to implement a temporary disinfectant conversion to free chlorine based on the decision of Central Texas Water Supply Corp. to implement a free burn of their water system.”
Please share this information with all people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly. This notice will be posted on our website:
www.cityoflampasas.com
If you have any questions regarding this matter, you may contact Rickie Roy, Director of Public Works, at (512)556-6831.
“The Kempner Water Supply Corporation, PWS #1410028, along with the City of Lampasas, PWS#1410001, and Salado Water Supply, PWS #1410035 will temporarily convert the disinfectant used in the distribution system from chloramine to free chlorine. The conversion will begin on February 15, 2020 and continue through March 15, 2020. During this period, you may experience taste and odor changes associated with this type of temporary disinfectant conversion.
Public water systems are required to properly disinfect their water and maintain an adequate disinfectant residual in the distribution system. Chloramine, free chlorine combined with ammonia, is widely used as a disinfectant because it persists for long periods while also limiting the formation of disinfection by-product contaminants. Prolonged us of chloramine coupled with other factors that can impact water quality, such as high temperatures or stagnation of water, may result in the growth and/or persistence of organic matter within the pipes of the distribution system, which may hinder the ability to maintain an adequate disinfectant residual.
A temporary conversion to free chlorine, partnered with flushing activities, helps to rid distribution pipes of the organic matter and improve the quality of your water overall. Kempner Water Supply, the City of Lampasas and the City of Salado have chosen to implement a temporary disinfectant conversion to free chlorine based on the decision of Central Texas Water Supply Corp. to implement a free burn of their water system.”
Please share this information with all people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly. This notice will be posted on our website:
www.cityoflampasas.com
If you have any questions regarding this matter, you may contact Rickie Roy, Director of Public Works, at (512)556-6831.
the weather
The High yesterday 79° The Low this morning 55°
Look for cooler temperatures today as a cold front, the clouds and storms cap the temperatures. Forecasters are saying that many location will see their high temperatures early today and will become cooler in the afternoon and evening. The rain should let up for a while this evening and tonight before the next front arrives, but during this time, we may see a surge of moisture bringing another round of rain/storms. Friday looks to stay cloudy with increasing rain chances throughout the day. A front will come through, then return as a warm front by afternoon. Saturday should be clear with strong N winds and a high in the upper 50’s.
Today: Cloudy with a high near 53°, and a 70% chance of showers with a possible storm this afternoon. The wind will be N-NE at 10-15 mph gusting as high as 20 mph.
Tonight: Cloudy with a low around 51° and N wind at 5-10 mph. There is a 60% chance of showers through the night.
Friday: Stormy with a high near 63° and an 80% chance of showers and storms. Winds will be NE at 5-10 mph shifting to the S in the afternoon. .
Friday Night: Winds will be S at 5-10 mph shifting SW in the night. Skies will be cloudy with a low of 51° . There will be an 80% chance of showers and storms late Friday evening.
Saturday: Mostly sunny with a high temperature near 62° and W wind at 5-15 mph with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Saturday Night: 33° with mostly clear skies, and N-NE wind at 10-15 mph.
Look for cooler temperatures today as a cold front, the clouds and storms cap the temperatures. Forecasters are saying that many location will see their high temperatures early today and will become cooler in the afternoon and evening. The rain should let up for a while this evening and tonight before the next front arrives, but during this time, we may see a surge of moisture bringing another round of rain/storms. Friday looks to stay cloudy with increasing rain chances throughout the day. A front will come through, then return as a warm front by afternoon. Saturday should be clear with strong N winds and a high in the upper 50’s.
Today: Cloudy with a high near 53°, and a 70% chance of showers with a possible storm this afternoon. The wind will be N-NE at 10-15 mph gusting as high as 20 mph.
Tonight: Cloudy with a low around 51° and N wind at 5-10 mph. There is a 60% chance of showers through the night.
Friday: Stormy with a high near 63° and an 80% chance of showers and storms. Winds will be NE at 5-10 mph shifting to the S in the afternoon. .
Friday Night: Winds will be S at 5-10 mph shifting SW in the night. Skies will be cloudy with a low of 51° . There will be an 80% chance of showers and storms late Friday evening.
Saturday: Mostly sunny with a high temperature near 62° and W wind at 5-15 mph with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Saturday Night: 33° with mostly clear skies, and N-NE wind at 10-15 mph.
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Wednesday shows suspicious activity in the 200 block of CTE at 9:44am, then a criminal mischief was reported in the 600 block of N. Key at 9:55am. A minor in possession of tobacco was reported at the high school at 10:37am, and at 10:38am, a suspicious person was reported in the 300 block of N. Key. The evening shows a prowler in the 200 block of E. 2nd St. at 7:42pm, a burglary of a motor vehicle in the 1400 block of E. 4th St. at 9:29pm. Brendon Jones, 30, of Lampasas was arrested in the 500 block of N. Summer at 11pm for assault/family violence/impeding breathing, and 3 Lampasas Municipal Warrants for driving with no license, no insurance and no registration. At 11:26pm a harassment was reported in the 1600 block of S. Key Ave.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Wednesday shows Lometa with an animal problem, a reported runaway and a reported prowler. Kempner shows a reported trespassing, a report of lost/found property, civil matters, and assault and a reported theft. Out in the county there was an early morning crash on US 281 N, animal problems, and civil matters.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of David Carey of Kempner for aggravated assault/family/household member with a weapon. Also arrested was Reginald Nicholson for assault causing bodily injury to a family member.
The Burn Ban is in Effect! No Burning!
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Wednesday shows Lometa with an animal problem, a reported runaway and a reported prowler. Kempner shows a reported trespassing, a report of lost/found property, civil matters, and assault and a reported theft. Out in the county there was an early morning crash on US 281 N, animal problems, and civil matters.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of David Carey of Kempner for aggravated assault/family/household member with a weapon. Also arrested was Reginald Nicholson for assault causing bodily injury to a family member.
The Burn Ban is in Effect! No Burning!
Jail Contractor Walks off Job
The Lampasas County Commissioners held a called meeting yesterday at 9am. Commissioners went into executive session with the subject appearing to be a problem with Krueger construction of Victoria, General contractor on the Lampasas County Jail project,
There was no mention made prior to the meeting on the exact problem. After the meeting, it was announced that Krueger had defaulted on the project. And that the completion of the Jail would be delayed. A prepared release from Judge Randy Hoyer’s Office said “the interest of the Lampasas County Taxpayers are protected by statutory payment and performance bonds with a highly rated insurance company-Travelers Insurance.”
When asked what the evidence of the default was, Judge Hoyer said that over the weekend the contractor and all of his workers had simply packed up everything and left the site. Krueger, as of Wednesday afternoon has still not contacted the County. We have learned that at least some of the sub-contractors have not been paid. It is also noted that the original completion date on the contract was for October 2019 and because of bad weather days, etc. that had been moved up to December or as late as early January. We were told that they were now in default of the contract end date. Lampasas Radio attempted to contact Krueger Construction for comment but they company’s phones would not pick up and their mailbox was full.
According to Judge Hoyer, the Jail is about 90% complete
There was no mention made prior to the meeting on the exact problem. After the meeting, it was announced that Krueger had defaulted on the project. And that the completion of the Jail would be delayed. A prepared release from Judge Randy Hoyer’s Office said “the interest of the Lampasas County Taxpayers are protected by statutory payment and performance bonds with a highly rated insurance company-Travelers Insurance.”
When asked what the evidence of the default was, Judge Hoyer said that over the weekend the contractor and all of his workers had simply packed up everything and left the site. Krueger, as of Wednesday afternoon has still not contacted the County. We have learned that at least some of the sub-contractors have not been paid. It is also noted that the original completion date on the contract was for October 2019 and because of bad weather days, etc. that had been moved up to December or as late as early January. We were told that they were now in default of the contract end date. Lampasas Radio attempted to contact Krueger Construction for comment but they company’s phones would not pick up and their mailbox was full.
According to Judge Hoyer, the Jail is about 90% complete
accident on 281N
Lampasas Radio received the following Press Release from Sergeant Bryan Washko of the Texas Department of Public Safety:
“Texas Department of Safety Troopers responded to a major crash approximately 4 miles south of the City of Adamsville. At approximately 5:37 AM, an 18-wheeler loaded with steel beams was traveling northbound on US 281. Weather conditions were foggy and the roadway was wet. The driver of an 18-wheeler was travelling at an unsafe speed and lost control of his truck rolling onto its passenger side losing his load. A second 18-wheeler was traveling southbound on US 281 approaching the crash scene. The driver of second 18-wheeler stated he observed the truck roll onto its side. The second 18-wheeler struck the steel beams which caused damage to the tires of his truck and trailer. A third 18-wheeler was traveling northbound on US 281 approaching the crash scene. The driver of the third 18-wheeler was unable to avoid driving over the steel beams in the roadway. The third 18-wheeler took evasive action after colliding with the steel beams and veered off of the roadway and struck multiple trees. The third truck came to rest in at the bottom of Patterson Creek. Traffic was diverted throughout the day for several hours as clean-up crews worked the scene.”
Texas DPS would like to remind drivers to slow down during inclement weather. Always reduce your speed when visibility is limited due to foggy conditions and wet roadways
“Texas Department of Safety Troopers responded to a major crash approximately 4 miles south of the City of Adamsville. At approximately 5:37 AM, an 18-wheeler loaded with steel beams was traveling northbound on US 281. Weather conditions were foggy and the roadway was wet. The driver of an 18-wheeler was travelling at an unsafe speed and lost control of his truck rolling onto its passenger side losing his load. A second 18-wheeler was traveling southbound on US 281 approaching the crash scene. The driver of second 18-wheeler stated he observed the truck roll onto its side. The second 18-wheeler struck the steel beams which caused damage to the tires of his truck and trailer. A third 18-wheeler was traveling northbound on US 281 approaching the crash scene. The driver of the third 18-wheeler was unable to avoid driving over the steel beams in the roadway. The third 18-wheeler took evasive action after colliding with the steel beams and veered off of the roadway and struck multiple trees. The third truck came to rest in at the bottom of Patterson Creek. Traffic was diverted throughout the day for several hours as clean-up crews worked the scene.”
Texas DPS would like to remind drivers to slow down during inclement weather. Always reduce your speed when visibility is limited due to foggy conditions and wet roadways
cattle market report
Lampasas Cattle Auction’s weekly sale took place
Wednesday and 1190 head were on hand, up from the 752
head of the last sale a week ago, and up from the 649
head a year ago at this time.
Feeder steers were $6-$8 higher and feeder heifers were $3 to $5 higher. Slaughter cows and bulls were $3 to $5 higher.
Feeder Steers Feeder Heifers
200-300lbs $1.54-$2.00/lb 200-300lbs $1.15-$1.70/lb
300-400lbs $1.66-$2.08/lb 300-400lbs $1.51-$1.80/lb
400-500lbs $1.56-$1.80/lb 400-500lbs $1.42-$1.70/lb
500-600lbs $1.47-$1.70/lb 500-600lbs $1.28-$1.60/lb
600-700lbs $1.38-$1.52/lb 600-700lbs $1.08-$1.40/lb
700-800lbs $1.13-$1.40/lb 700-800lbs $1.08-$1.23/lb
Slaughter Cows Slaughter Bulls
Under 800lbs .20-.32/lb 1000-1300lbs .58-.67/lb
800-1100lb .30 -.50/lb 1300-2100lbs .75-.82/lb
1100-1300lbs .45-.58/lb Replacements No Test
Bred Replacement Cows
Baby Tooth to 5yr old-$750-$975/hd
Solid Mouth -$650-$900/hd
Cow/Calf Pairs -
Young to Middle Age w/baby-300 lb calf-$850-$1450/pr
Aged Cows w/baby-300 lb calf– $600-$750
Wednesday and 1190 head were on hand, up from the 752
head of the last sale a week ago, and up from the 649
head a year ago at this time.
Feeder steers were $6-$8 higher and feeder heifers were $3 to $5 higher. Slaughter cows and bulls were $3 to $5 higher.
Feeder Steers Feeder Heifers
200-300lbs $1.54-$2.00/lb 200-300lbs $1.15-$1.70/lb
300-400lbs $1.66-$2.08/lb 300-400lbs $1.51-$1.80/lb
400-500lbs $1.56-$1.80/lb 400-500lbs $1.42-$1.70/lb
500-600lbs $1.47-$1.70/lb 500-600lbs $1.28-$1.60/lb
600-700lbs $1.38-$1.52/lb 600-700lbs $1.08-$1.40/lb
700-800lbs $1.13-$1.40/lb 700-800lbs $1.08-$1.23/lb
Slaughter Cows Slaughter Bulls
Under 800lbs .20-.32/lb 1000-1300lbs .58-.67/lb
800-1100lb .30 -.50/lb 1300-2100lbs .75-.82/lb
1100-1300lbs .45-.58/lb Replacements No Test
Bred Replacement Cows
Baby Tooth to 5yr old-$750-$975/hd
Solid Mouth -$650-$900/hd
Cow/Calf Pairs -
Young to Middle Age w/baby-300 lb calf-$850-$1450/pr
Aged Cows w/baby-300 lb calf– $600-$750
funeral/death notice
Chester F. (Chet) Bagby, 97 of Lampasas, Texas died Tuesday night January 14 at Rollins Brook Community Hospital.
He was born March 1, 1922 in Blanco, Texas the son of Peggy Carnelia (Wagoner) Bagby and Roy Alvin Bagby. Chet married Billye Francys Weaver July 4, 1942. He was a pilot in the Army Air Corps during WWII. He was a member of The American Legion for 72 years, a member of Central Christian Church where he served as Chairman of the Board for many years, He worked for the US Postal service for 31 years. He and Billye were instrumental in purchasing the current Central Christian Church on Broad St and he worked as a volunteer at Lampasas Mission.
He is survived by his Daughter; Debby Bagby Campbell and husband Wallace. Two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren
His sweetheart and wife of 82 years, Billye preceded him in death in 2018.
Funeral service will be Saturday January 18 at 10am at Sneed Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery.
Memorials may be sent to Lampasas Mission or Central Christian Church in Lampasas.
Sneed Funeral Chapel in charge of arrangements.
He was born March 1, 1922 in Blanco, Texas the son of Peggy Carnelia (Wagoner) Bagby and Roy Alvin Bagby. Chet married Billye Francys Weaver July 4, 1942. He was a pilot in the Army Air Corps during WWII. He was a member of The American Legion for 72 years, a member of Central Christian Church where he served as Chairman of the Board for many years, He worked for the US Postal service for 31 years. He and Billye were instrumental in purchasing the current Central Christian Church on Broad St and he worked as a volunteer at Lampasas Mission.
He is survived by his Daughter; Debby Bagby Campbell and husband Wallace. Two grandchildren and three great-grandchildren
His sweetheart and wife of 82 years, Billye preceded him in death in 2018.
Funeral service will be Saturday January 18 at 10am at Sneed Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery.
Memorials may be sent to Lampasas Mission or Central Christian Church in Lampasas.
Sneed Funeral Chapel in charge of arrangements.
the weather
The High yesterday 76° The Low this morning 63°
Forecasters are saying there could be the possibility of an isolated storm or two this morning and into the afternoon. The storms are more probably across Central Texas ahead of a cold front moving south through the area. Cloudy to partly sunny skies will prevail this afternoon, and it will be unseasonably warm. High temperatures are forecast to be 15-20 degrees above normal in Central Texas, close to the record highs. Overnight temperatures will be cooler given the frontal passage and lows should be in the 40’s and 50’s.
Today: Mostly cloudy with a high near 81°. S-SW wind 5-10 mph decreasing in the afternoon.
Tonight: Cloudy with a low near 53°, and a 50% chance of showers and storms. Light and variable wind becoming N-NE at 10-15 mph with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Thursday: Cloudy with a high near 56° and a 50% chance of rain and storms. Wind will be NE at 10-15 mph, and could gust as high as 20 mph.
Thursday Night: A low near 56° and cloudy skies with a 50% chance of rain and storms. Wind will be NE at 5-10 mph shifting E-SE after midnight.
Friday: Cloudy with a high temperature near 67°, and a 70% chance of showers and storms. Wind will be S at 5-10 mph. Friday Night: Mostly cloudy with a low near 50° and S wind near 5-10 mph becoming W after midnight. A 40% chance of showers before midnight.
Saturday: Mostly sunny with a high near 63°. W-NW winds at 5-15 mph shifting N-NE in the afternoon, gusting to 20 mph
Forecasters are saying there could be the possibility of an isolated storm or two this morning and into the afternoon. The storms are more probably across Central Texas ahead of a cold front moving south through the area. Cloudy to partly sunny skies will prevail this afternoon, and it will be unseasonably warm. High temperatures are forecast to be 15-20 degrees above normal in Central Texas, close to the record highs. Overnight temperatures will be cooler given the frontal passage and lows should be in the 40’s and 50’s.
Today: Mostly cloudy with a high near 81°. S-SW wind 5-10 mph decreasing in the afternoon.
Tonight: Cloudy with a low near 53°, and a 50% chance of showers and storms. Light and variable wind becoming N-NE at 10-15 mph with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Thursday: Cloudy with a high near 56° and a 50% chance of rain and storms. Wind will be NE at 10-15 mph, and could gust as high as 20 mph.
Thursday Night: A low near 56° and cloudy skies with a 50% chance of rain and storms. Wind will be NE at 5-10 mph shifting E-SE after midnight.
Friday: Cloudy with a high temperature near 67°, and a 70% chance of showers and storms. Wind will be S at 5-10 mph. Friday Night: Mostly cloudy with a low near 50° and S wind near 5-10 mph becoming W after midnight. A 40% chance of showers before midnight.
Saturday: Mostly sunny with a high near 63°. W-NW winds at 5-15 mph shifting N-NE in the afternoon, gusting to 20 mph
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Tuesday shows a reckless driver in the 400 block of s. Hackberry St. at 4:59am, and at the same time a suspicious person was reported in the 200 block of S. Ridge. The 500 block of S. Key saw a disturbance reported at 9:38am, then in the 200 block of Naruna Rd. suspicious activity was reported at 10:19am. The evening hours show a disturbance that was reported in the 300 block of E. 4th St. at 6:04pm, then a suspicious person in the 100 block of N. Key at 6:27pm. A theft report came in from the 400 block of S. Pecan St. at 6:38pm. A suspicious person was reported in the 1700 block of E. 4th St. at 7:38pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter shows Lometa with reported runaways. Kempner had 14 calls to include a welfare check, an alarm call, animal problems, a medical call, an accident, a suicidal person, an assault, and a burglary in progress. Out in the county there were 12 total calls to include medical calls, fish & game calls, a reported theft, a reported fraud, and a reported disturbance. Deputies went into Cove on a civil matter, an animal problem, and reported suspicious activity.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of 59 year old Melanie Nations of Round Mountain for criminal mischief $750-$2500 and criminal trespass. Also arrested was 23 year old Biregeya Nzabakiza of Austin for failure to appear. Update on the Pedestrian Fatality in Cove
Regarding the auto vs. pedestrian accident on 1/13/2020:
On January 13, 2020 Lance Tyler Anderson was arrested for the charge of accident involving personal injury or death (Second Degree Felony). On January 14, 2020 Judge William Price arraigned Lance and issued a100,000-surety bond. (MUGSHOT) The victim in this case was identified as William Devauri Ames a 32-year-old resident of Copperas Cove.
The Burn Ban is in effect. No Burning!
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter shows Lometa with reported runaways. Kempner had 14 calls to include a welfare check, an alarm call, animal problems, a medical call, an accident, a suicidal person, an assault, and a burglary in progress. Out in the county there were 12 total calls to include medical calls, fish & game calls, a reported theft, a reported fraud, and a reported disturbance. Deputies went into Cove on a civil matter, an animal problem, and reported suspicious activity.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of 59 year old Melanie Nations of Round Mountain for criminal mischief $750-$2500 and criminal trespass. Also arrested was 23 year old Biregeya Nzabakiza of Austin for failure to appear. Update on the Pedestrian Fatality in Cove
Regarding the auto vs. pedestrian accident on 1/13/2020:
On January 13, 2020 Lance Tyler Anderson was arrested for the charge of accident involving personal injury or death (Second Degree Felony). On January 14, 2020 Judge William Price arraigned Lance and issued a100,000-surety bond. (MUGSHOT) The victim in this case was identified as William Devauri Ames a 32-year-old resident of Copperas Cove.
The Burn Ban is in effect. No Burning!
Accident closes 281 north
Highway 281 is closed about 4 miles south of Adamsville. Lampasas Radio heard earlier that traffic was being rerouted down FM 1690, but more recent reports indicate FM 1690 is blocked. The Adamsville VFD reports traffic backed up for miles. Please avoid the area.
Early this morning two 18 wheelers were traveling on 281 approximately 4 miles South of Adamsville near Patterson Creek. According to law enforcement at the scene, they hit a slick spot and crashed. One truck was hauling steel and one was a pneumatic tanker hauling what is believed to be calcium. Both vehicles were destroyed. One driver was unhurt and the other has been transported by ambulance.
Adamsville VFD reports at 10am that it will be a minimum of 4-5 hours before US 281 is clear. One of the semi trucks is in the Patterson Creek bed and extricating the rig is going to take some time.
Please be patient
Early this morning two 18 wheelers were traveling on 281 approximately 4 miles South of Adamsville near Patterson Creek. According to law enforcement at the scene, they hit a slick spot and crashed. One truck was hauling steel and one was a pneumatic tanker hauling what is believed to be calcium. Both vehicles were destroyed. One driver was unhurt and the other has been transported by ambulance.
Adamsville VFD reports at 10am that it will be a minimum of 4-5 hours before US 281 is clear. One of the semi trucks is in the Patterson Creek bed and extricating the rig is going to take some time.
Please be patient
district court notes
Lampasas Courthouse was the site of a 27th District Docket Call on January 10th. Presiding over ht Court was 27th District Judge John Gauntt.
Altogether 56 cases were brought to the court. 43 involved men, and 13 involved women. Bond was found insufficient for Raymond Beabout on 2 charges of possession of a controlled substance PG1 less than a gram. Bond was also found insufficient for Joe Garza of Lampasas on the charge of tampering/fabricate evidence w/intent to impair. Ryan Keith failed to appear on the charge of possession of a controlled substance PG1 less than a gram. Miguel Guerrero of Lometa also failed to appear on the charge of assault of a family/household member. There was one case for evading arrest/detention.
There were 31 cases involving possession of a controlled substance PG1. 18 for less than a gram, 8 for 1-4 grams, and 3 fro 4-200 grams, and 2 for less than a gram of controlled substance in a drug free zone. There were 2 cases involving DWI 3rd or more. There were 2 cases for burglary of a building, one for theft of a firearm, and one for misappropriation of a fiduciary instrument $2500-$30,000. There was one case for forgery involving an elderly person.
Crimes causing personal harm included 4 assault cases involving family/household members, and one assault with a deadly weapon case. Other cases include 2 cases of a prohibited substance in a correctional facility, two cases for tampering/fabricating evidence with intent to impair. There was one case of engaging in organized criminal activity where the defendant, Alyxander Wilson, was granted medical clemency.
There were 2 cases involving aggravated sexual assault of a child, one case of indecency with a child/sexual contact, one case involving a sex offenders duty to register, one case of sexual perform child/employ/induce/authorize and one case of online solicitation of a minor/sexual conduct.
Of the 56 cases presented to the court, 12 were resolved. William Goudeau of Kempner on 2 counts of possession a controlled substance PG1 less than a gram, received 4 years TDCJ with credit for days served. Storm Hamilton on 2 counts of burglary of a building was sentenced to 3 years probation with the condition of attending ISF. On the charge of Aggravated Sexual assault of a child, Zachary Porter of Kempner received 7 years probation plus court costs. Melissa Oliver on the charge of misappropriation of fiduciary/financial property of the elderly received 10 years probation plus costs and restitution. Josh Maxcy of Kempner on the charge of tamper w/ evidence w/intent to impair received 3 years TDCJ with 395 days credit plus court costs. On the charge of possession of a controlled substance PG1 less than a gram, Mr. Maxcy received 12 months state jail with credit for 466 days plus costs. Jesse O’Neal, of Lampasas, on the charge of possession of a controlled substance PG1 less than a gram received 5 years probation w/SAFPF. On the charge of possession of a controlled substance PG1 4-200 grams, he received 7 years probation w/ SAFPF plus costs. Esidro Arce of Lampasas received 5 years probation w/SAFPF on the charge of possession of a controlled substance PG1 less than a gram. Christopher MacGeorge of Leander on the charge of possession of a controlled substance PG1 1-4 grams received 5 years probation plus costs.
The balance of the cases were reset or had trials set for a future date.
Altogether 56 cases were brought to the court. 43 involved men, and 13 involved women. Bond was found insufficient for Raymond Beabout on 2 charges of possession of a controlled substance PG1 less than a gram. Bond was also found insufficient for Joe Garza of Lampasas on the charge of tampering/fabricate evidence w/intent to impair. Ryan Keith failed to appear on the charge of possession of a controlled substance PG1 less than a gram. Miguel Guerrero of Lometa also failed to appear on the charge of assault of a family/household member. There was one case for evading arrest/detention.
There were 31 cases involving possession of a controlled substance PG1. 18 for less than a gram, 8 for 1-4 grams, and 3 fro 4-200 grams, and 2 for less than a gram of controlled substance in a drug free zone. There were 2 cases involving DWI 3rd or more. There were 2 cases for burglary of a building, one for theft of a firearm, and one for misappropriation of a fiduciary instrument $2500-$30,000. There was one case for forgery involving an elderly person.
Crimes causing personal harm included 4 assault cases involving family/household members, and one assault with a deadly weapon case. Other cases include 2 cases of a prohibited substance in a correctional facility, two cases for tampering/fabricating evidence with intent to impair. There was one case of engaging in organized criminal activity where the defendant, Alyxander Wilson, was granted medical clemency.
There were 2 cases involving aggravated sexual assault of a child, one case of indecency with a child/sexual contact, one case involving a sex offenders duty to register, one case of sexual perform child/employ/induce/authorize and one case of online solicitation of a minor/sexual conduct.
Of the 56 cases presented to the court, 12 were resolved. William Goudeau of Kempner on 2 counts of possession a controlled substance PG1 less than a gram, received 4 years TDCJ with credit for days served. Storm Hamilton on 2 counts of burglary of a building was sentenced to 3 years probation with the condition of attending ISF. On the charge of Aggravated Sexual assault of a child, Zachary Porter of Kempner received 7 years probation plus court costs. Melissa Oliver on the charge of misappropriation of fiduciary/financial property of the elderly received 10 years probation plus costs and restitution. Josh Maxcy of Kempner on the charge of tamper w/ evidence w/intent to impair received 3 years TDCJ with 395 days credit plus court costs. On the charge of possession of a controlled substance PG1 less than a gram, Mr. Maxcy received 12 months state jail with credit for 466 days plus costs. Jesse O’Neal, of Lampasas, on the charge of possession of a controlled substance PG1 less than a gram received 5 years probation w/SAFPF. On the charge of possession of a controlled substance PG1 4-200 grams, he received 7 years probation w/ SAFPF plus costs. Esidro Arce of Lampasas received 5 years probation w/SAFPF on the charge of possession of a controlled substance PG1 less than a gram. Christopher MacGeorge of Leander on the charge of possession of a controlled substance PG1 1-4 grams received 5 years probation plus costs.
The balance of the cases were reset or had trials set for a future date.
funeral/death notice
Edith B. Goff, 80 of Lampasas, Texas died Tuesday December 31 at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Hillcrest in Waco.
She was born February 20, 1939 in Ansbach Germany to parents Johann Friedrich Meyer and Maria Margarete (Buettner) Meyer. Edith grew up in Germany and became a U.S. citizen in 1981. She was owner and operator of Goff German Bakery for many years. She had been married two times and both husbands preceded her in death. She was a member of VFW Ladies Auxiliary and DAV Auxiliary.
Edith is survived by niece; Martina, and nephew; Frank in Germany and their families. Step children; Chuck Tallman Jr. and wife Colleen of New York, Naomi Rymer and husband Ken of New York, Kovete Rowkan and husband Josh of Texas, Cristal Falcon and husband David. Daughter-in-law; Tolly Tallman of New York. Sisters; Carola and Lore. Brother-in-law; Bob Tallman. Sisters-in-law; Marcia, Nancy and Shirley. 17 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren
Edith was preceded in death by her parents, and by a step-son.
Memorial service will be Sunday January 19 at 3pm at Sneed Funeral Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, DAV.org, or the local animal shelter.
Sneed Funeral Chapel in charge of arrangements
the weather
The High yesterday 59° The Low this morning 57°
The big weather story today is the fog. The low clouds an fog will dissipate form west to east through today and locations west of US 281 should see sunny skies this afternoon. Look for rain chancers
Today: Mostly cloudy with a high near 75° and SW wind at 5-10 mph.
Tonight: A low near 63° with cloudy skies and light S breezes at 5-10 mph. There is a slight chance of drizzle and possible patchy fog in the early morning hours of Wednesday.
Wednesday: Mostly cloudy with a high near 77°. Wind will be S near 5-10 mph. Patchy fog possible before 11am and a 20% chance of showers.
Wednesday Night: A 30% chance of showers early in the evening and then again in the overnight hours. A low near 52°. Wind will be S-SE at 5-10 mph shifting N-NE after midnight.
Thursday: Cloudy with a high near 59° with showers likely and a possible thunderstorm in the afternoon. Wind will be NE at 10 mph.
Thursday Night: Cloudy with a low near 54°. NE wind at 5-10 mph and a 60% chance of showers.
The big weather story today is the fog. The low clouds an fog will dissipate form west to east through today and locations west of US 281 should see sunny skies this afternoon. Look for rain chancers
Today: Mostly cloudy with a high near 75° and SW wind at 5-10 mph.
Tonight: A low near 63° with cloudy skies and light S breezes at 5-10 mph. There is a slight chance of drizzle and possible patchy fog in the early morning hours of Wednesday.
Wednesday: Mostly cloudy with a high near 77°. Wind will be S near 5-10 mph. Patchy fog possible before 11am and a 20% chance of showers.
Wednesday Night: A 30% chance of showers early in the evening and then again in the overnight hours. A low near 52°. Wind will be S-SE at 5-10 mph shifting N-NE after midnight.
Thursday: Cloudy with a high near 59° with showers likely and a possible thunderstorm in the afternoon. Wind will be NE at 10 mph.
Thursday Night: Cloudy with a low near 54°. NE wind at 5-10 mph and a 60% chance of showers.
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Monday shows a suspicious person in the 400 block of S. Key at 12:04am,then another in the 500 block of S. Willis at 12:44am. 2:55am saw a possession of drug paraphernalia reported in the 500 block of E. 2nd St. suspicious activity reported in the 500 block of N. Spring St. at 5:53am.
The afternoon shows a minor accident on Sunset Dr. at 1:20pm, then a reckless driver in the 700 block of S. Key at 3:07pm. A suspicious person was reported in the 1200 block of W. 6th St. at 3:23pm. At 3:24pm there was a minor accident in the 700 block of S. Key Ave. The evening shows a suspicious person in the 600 block of CTE at 9:07pm, then a possession of drug paraphernalia in the 100 block of S. Main at 10:33pm. At 10:45pm a suspicious person was reported in the 1200 block of Nix Rd.
The Sheriff’s Dept.. Shows Kempner with 21 calls including medical calls, a repossession, animal problems, civil matters, a welfare check, three calls for illegal burning and a reported prowler. Out in the county ther were livestock issues, civil matters, an alarm call and a structure fire. Deputies went into Cove for an animal issue.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of 39 year old Paul Branham for theft of property $2500-$30,000.
The Burn Ban is in effect No Burning!
The Copperas Cove Police Dept. sent the following press release:
Copperas Cove Police are investigating a traffic collision which occurred during the morning hours of January 13, 2020. At approximately 6:40 A.M. Copperas Cove Police and Fire Departments responded to the intersection of South 7th Street and Urbantke Lane regarding a vehicle collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian. The initial investigation revealed that a white vehicle struck the pedestrian in the 600 block of Urbantke Lane and fled the scene. The 32-year-old male pedestrian succumbed to his injuries as a result of the collision. He was pronounced deceased by Coryell County Justice of the Peace William Price on January 13, 2020 at approximately 07:11 A.M. Detectives located the suspect vehicle during their investigation of the incident. Contact was made with the driver and he was subsequently arrested and charged with accident involving personal injury or death. The investigation is ongoing and additional information will be released as the investigation progresses.
The afternoon shows a minor accident on Sunset Dr. at 1:20pm, then a reckless driver in the 700 block of S. Key at 3:07pm. A suspicious person was reported in the 1200 block of W. 6th St. at 3:23pm. At 3:24pm there was a minor accident in the 700 block of S. Key Ave. The evening shows a suspicious person in the 600 block of CTE at 9:07pm, then a possession of drug paraphernalia in the 100 block of S. Main at 10:33pm. At 10:45pm a suspicious person was reported in the 1200 block of Nix Rd.
The Sheriff’s Dept.. Shows Kempner with 21 calls including medical calls, a repossession, animal problems, civil matters, a welfare check, three calls for illegal burning and a reported prowler. Out in the county ther were livestock issues, civil matters, an alarm call and a structure fire. Deputies went into Cove for an animal issue.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of 39 year old Paul Branham for theft of property $2500-$30,000.
The Burn Ban is in effect No Burning!
The Copperas Cove Police Dept. sent the following press release:
Copperas Cove Police are investigating a traffic collision which occurred during the morning hours of January 13, 2020. At approximately 6:40 A.M. Copperas Cove Police and Fire Departments responded to the intersection of South 7th Street and Urbantke Lane regarding a vehicle collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian. The initial investigation revealed that a white vehicle struck the pedestrian in the 600 block of Urbantke Lane and fled the scene. The 32-year-old male pedestrian succumbed to his injuries as a result of the collision. He was pronounced deceased by Coryell County Justice of the Peace William Price on January 13, 2020 at approximately 07:11 A.M. Detectives located the suspect vehicle during their investigation of the incident. Contact was made with the driver and he was subsequently arrested and charged with accident involving personal injury or death. The investigation is ongoing and additional information will be released as the investigation progresses.
mettings today
The Lampasas City Council held a regular meeting last night at 7pm in the City Council Chambers to go over and discuss a list of agenda items.
The consent agenda was approved as presented.
City manager of Finley de Graffenried was there to give his operational report.
Regarding the Deer Trail water line. The city should receive the results of the Bac-T test for the deer trail water line by Monday.
TX Dot will be making some changes at the intersection of CTE and 4th St. TxDOT will be removing some of the cross walk signals and changing the right turn signal to a yield sign along with a few other changes. TxDOT will also be going over options to improve the intersection and truck traffic.
A ceremonial swearing was held for new police officer William Cole Nicholas. His wife Cheyenne and daughter were there to participate in the ceremony.
Lampasas County Commissioners held their regular meeting Monday morning at 9am in the Lampasas County Courthouse to discuss a list of agenda items. The agenda included the consent agenda which was approved as presented. There was a $434 credit to the county for an interior signage allowance credit which was approved.
A salary adjustment was approved for the Human Resources Director. Originall $35,553.13 annually the salary has now been increased to $35,568 effective January 1, 2020.
During the public comments Allen Brister from the Texas Association of Counties was there to discuss the new state mandated cyber security training course. Mr. Brister said that it’s a 45 minute long training class, it is all internet-based and that people have until January 14 to get the class done. There is more information as well as a link on the website county.org.
A new County Auditor was appointed. Regina G Smith will be receiving $82,500 annually effective January 2, 2020. There is a vacancy for a new constable for Precinct 4. This will be an uncontested race as there is only one person running for the position. This will be uncontested for the primary and the general election. The person that applied for the position is Gilbert Sparta. A discussion was held regarding the grounds maintenance and custodial service position for the new jail, and the position will include assisting in maintaining the old Jail. The commissioners were weighing their options. Jamie Smart stated that instead of creating the position and having an employee, perhaps the county should try using a local business. It was suggested that the county solicit bids and will start working on a job description for the lawn maintenance. No action was taken.
A request for the purchase of a fireproof file cabinet for the adoption records at The District Clerk’s office was approved in the amount of $5079. This will help to keep adoption records protected. The county has records dating back to 1940. The cabinet will come from Areawide Locksmith.
Also approved was an extension for county employees vacation. Employees will have until March 31st to use vacation time. At this point there’s only one employee who hasn’t use their vacation time yet
The names for the Lampasas Central Appraisal District board of directors are: David Berkeley, Marshall Brewer, Mike Kriegel, Ross Sanders and Philip Garrett..
The County Commissioners amended the order restricting of outdoor burning. to now allow air current incinerators. The commissioners wanted to let everyone know that if you are going to have a burn please call the fire department so that they know the location of allowed burns. The burn ban remains in effect
The consent agenda was approved as presented.
City manager of Finley de Graffenried was there to give his operational report.
Regarding the Deer Trail water line. The city should receive the results of the Bac-T test for the deer trail water line by Monday.
TX Dot will be making some changes at the intersection of CTE and 4th St. TxDOT will be removing some of the cross walk signals and changing the right turn signal to a yield sign along with a few other changes. TxDOT will also be going over options to improve the intersection and truck traffic.
A ceremonial swearing was held for new police officer William Cole Nicholas. His wife Cheyenne and daughter were there to participate in the ceremony.
Lampasas County Commissioners held their regular meeting Monday morning at 9am in the Lampasas County Courthouse to discuss a list of agenda items. The agenda included the consent agenda which was approved as presented. There was a $434 credit to the county for an interior signage allowance credit which was approved.
A salary adjustment was approved for the Human Resources Director. Originall $35,553.13 annually the salary has now been increased to $35,568 effective January 1, 2020.
During the public comments Allen Brister from the Texas Association of Counties was there to discuss the new state mandated cyber security training course. Mr. Brister said that it’s a 45 minute long training class, it is all internet-based and that people have until January 14 to get the class done. There is more information as well as a link on the website county.org.
A new County Auditor was appointed. Regina G Smith will be receiving $82,500 annually effective January 2, 2020. There is a vacancy for a new constable for Precinct 4. This will be an uncontested race as there is only one person running for the position. This will be uncontested for the primary and the general election. The person that applied for the position is Gilbert Sparta. A discussion was held regarding the grounds maintenance and custodial service position for the new jail, and the position will include assisting in maintaining the old Jail. The commissioners were weighing their options. Jamie Smart stated that instead of creating the position and having an employee, perhaps the county should try using a local business. It was suggested that the county solicit bids and will start working on a job description for the lawn maintenance. No action was taken.
A request for the purchase of a fireproof file cabinet for the adoption records at The District Clerk’s office was approved in the amount of $5079. This will help to keep adoption records protected. The county has records dating back to 1940. The cabinet will come from Areawide Locksmith.
Also approved was an extension for county employees vacation. Employees will have until March 31st to use vacation time. At this point there’s only one employee who hasn’t use their vacation time yet
The names for the Lampasas Central Appraisal District board of directors are: David Berkeley, Marshall Brewer, Mike Kriegel, Ross Sanders and Philip Garrett..
The County Commissioners amended the order restricting of outdoor burning. to now allow air current incinerators. The commissioners wanted to let everyone know that if you are going to have a burn please call the fire department so that they know the location of allowed burns. The burn ban remains in effect
road work today
The Texas Department of Transportation’s (TxDOT) contractor will perform maintenance work on FM 2657 in Lampasas County, which will require various lane closures today.
Construction will span from the intersection of US 190 E to County Road 4961 (Ragsdale Road). Weather permitting, this work will be completed by Tuesday evening.
Motorists are asked to slow their speed in construction zones, use caution and pay attention to road signs. Plan additional time to travel in this area, as delays may occur.
Construction will span from the intersection of US 190 E to County Road 4961 (Ragsdale Road). Weather permitting, this work will be completed by Tuesday evening.
Motorists are asked to slow their speed in construction zones, use caution and pay attention to road signs. Plan additional time to travel in this area, as delays may occur.
THE WEATHER
The moist air will continue to stream into our area, meaning that fog will be possible again tomorrow morning, along with the chance for a few showers and isolated storms on Tuesday. Look for the warm temperatures to continue through Wednesday, about 10-15 degrees above average.
Today: Cloudy with a high near 65°. Winds will be S at 5-10.
Tonight: Wind will be S-SW at 5 mph after midnight with mostly cloudy skies and a low near 54°.
Tuesday: Early morning fog is possible then mostly cloudy in the morning clearing in the afternoon and 76°. Winds will be W near 5 mph shifting to the S-SE in the afternoon.
Tuesday Night:Winds will be S at 5 mph. Skies will be mostly cloudy with a low near 61°.
Wednesday: Mostly cloudy with a high near 77°. Winds will be S near 5 mph.
Wednesday Night: Cloudy skies with a low near 57°, and calm winds.
hursday looks like a cloudy, blustery day with a high near 68°. Winds will be calm becoming E at 5 mph in the morning
Today: Cloudy with a high near 65°. Winds will be S at 5-10.
Tonight: Wind will be S-SW at 5 mph after midnight with mostly cloudy skies and a low near 54°.
Tuesday: Early morning fog is possible then mostly cloudy in the morning clearing in the afternoon and 76°. Winds will be W near 5 mph shifting to the S-SE in the afternoon.
Tuesday Night:Winds will be S at 5 mph. Skies will be mostly cloudy with a low near 61°.
Wednesday: Mostly cloudy with a high near 77°. Winds will be S near 5 mph.
Wednesday Night: Cloudy skies with a low near 57°, and calm winds.
hursday looks like a cloudy, blustery day with a high near 68°. Winds will be calm becoming E at 5 mph in the morning
THE BLOTTER
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Saturday shows a criminal trespass reported in the 600 block of CTE at 6:47am. A reckless driver was reported in the 400 block of S. Key at 10:38am. The afternoon shows a suspicious vehicle in the 100 block of N. Willis St. at 3:51pm, then a criminal trespass in the 1700 block of Taylor St. at 5:08pm. There was suspicious activity in the 1100 block of E. 4th St. at 5:36pm and a noise disturbance in the 600 block of N. Ridge at 11:59pm.
Sunday’s blotter shows a minor accident in the 1400 block of S. Key at 10:56am. The afternoon shows a harassment in the 1300 block of CTE at 12:43pm and suspicious activity in the 800 block of McLean St. at 7:21pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for the weekend shows Lometa with a welfare check. Kempner shows animal problems, medical calls, reported threats, reported disturbances, and a welfare check. Out in the county there was a reported disturbance, animal problems, civil matters, and a noise complaint. Deputies went into Cove on an alarm call, animal issues, a reported fraud and a medical call.
Sunday’s blotter shows a minor accident in the 1400 block of S. Key at 10:56am. The afternoon shows a harassment in the 1300 block of CTE at 12:43pm and suspicious activity in the 800 block of McLean St. at 7:21pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for the weekend shows Lometa with a welfare check. Kempner shows animal problems, medical calls, reported threats, reported disturbances, and a welfare check. Out in the county there was a reported disturbance, animal problems, civil matters, and a noise complaint. Deputies went into Cove on an alarm call, animal issues, a reported fraud and a medical call.
stock show results
With the Lampasas County Youth Livestock Show over for 2020, the list of winners is in:
Ag Mechanics Awards
Ag Mechanics Grand Champion: Corbin Kline (fire pit)
Reserve Grand Champion: Jaxon Tomme (welder)
Ag Mechanics Showmanship: Katlynn Doughty
Market Swine Awards
Market Swine Grand Champion: Avery Hopson
Reserve Grand Champion: Ella Montgomery
Senior Showmanship: Holly Hines
Intermediate Showmanship: Paige Rutland
Junior Showmanship: Ella Montgomery
PeeWee Showmanship: Trigg Hill
Lee Vann Sportsmanship Award: Braeden Hopson
Britt Hopson Sportsmanship Award: Holly Hines
Breeding Gilt Awards
Breeding Gilt Grand Champion: Bryli Wilson
Reserve Grand Champion: Saige Koger
Market Steer Awards
Market Steer Beef Grand Champion: Ridge Hill
Reserve Grand Champion: Dawson Raub
Senior Showmanship: Kaeson Raub
Intermediate Showmanship: Celie Farr
Junior Showmanship: Brayden Brewer
Marvin Vann Award: Dawson Raub
Buddy Perry Award: Traxton Holloman
Beef Heifer Awards
Beef Heifer Grand Champion: Erin Nobles
Reserve Grand Champion: Hoss Guthrie
Mini Hereford Awards
Mini Hereford Grand Champion: Cort Maples
Reserve Grand Champion: Trigg Hill
Champion Showmanship: Trigg Hill
Reserve Champion Showmanship: Cort Maples
Food Fair Awards
Food Fair Best of Show Sr.: Emily Brister
Best of Show Jr.: Sydney Lesley
Reserve Best of Show Sr.; Donnie Smart
Reserve Best of Show Jr. : Hadlie Perry
Market Lamb Awards
Market Lamb Grand Champion: Preston Isom
Reserve Grand Champion: Brylie Turner
Senior Showmanship: LeeAnn Parker
Intermediate Showmanship: Brylie Turner
Junior Showmanship: Cayhil Isom
T.R. Carson Award: Catherine Hicks
Market Goat Awards
Grand Champion Goat: Cayhil Isom
Reserve Grand Champion : Cayhil Isom
Senior Showmanship: Daelyn Ellis
Intermediate Showmanship: Preston Isom
Junior Showmanship: Cayhil Isom
Klose Award: Harley Wakeman
Breeding Goat Awards
Champion Breeding Goat: Ashley Resa
Reserve Champion: Ruger Merlian
Senior Showmanship: Jasmine Gama
Intermediate Showmanship: Sara Lusty
Junior Showmanship: Allison Fry
Broiler Awards
Pullet Grand Champion : Dillon Brister
Reserve Grand Champion: Dean Brister
Cockrell Grand Champion: Dean Brister
Reserve Grand Champion: Dillon Brister
Senior Showmanship: Dillon Brister
Intermediate Showmanship: Dean Brister
Junior Showmanship; Jeremiah Peters
Rabbit Awards
Grand Champion Rabbit: Zac Dishman
Reserve Champion Rabbit: Emily Brister
Senior Showmanship: Kyle Tomlinson
Intermediate Showmanship: Tyler Watson
Junior Showmanship: Brayleigh Boshears
meetings monday
The Lampasas County Commissioners will have their regular meeting at 9am today in the Lampasas County Courthouse.
The agenda includes a change order for the Jail Project (interior signage allowance credit), a salary adjustment for the HR director, information about a state mandated cyber security training course, the appointment of county auditor, salary/stipend pay for the interim auditor, constable for precinct 4, discussion regarding ground maintenance and custodial services, subdivision rules application, discussion to amend the order restricting outdoor burning, the request for the purchase of a fireproof file for adoption records and of course the 2017 Jail Project.
There will be a called meeting this afternoon to discuss and/or consider a department head, and another called meeting on Wednesday the 15th to discuss possible
litigation with Krueger construction regarding the 2017 Jail Project.
The Lampasas ISD Board of Trustees will have a school board meeting at 6pm today. The Agenda
includes second readings and approval of policy updates,
appointments to the Lampasas High School Alumni Scholarship Fund Committee, Election Agreements, The Public Hearing for the Texas Academic Performance
Report, Administrative records, and possible consultation with attorney regarding petition for detachment and annexation.
The Lampasas City Council will meet this afternoon at 5:30 for a workshop session, which will include discussion regarding amending the landscaping ordinance/or creating a tree preservation ordinance for the City of Lampasas, and discussion regarding the 2020 Council Work Plan. The regular session will then start at 7pm.
The agenda for the regular meeting includes the usual consent agenda, discussion and possible action regarding the approval of the second reading of an Ordinance amending the adopted budget for the Municipal Government of the City of Lampasas for the prior fiscal year. Also included on the agenda are monthly reports and routine matters. In new business the agenda includes discussion and possible action regarding amendment of the regular city council meeting time, amendments to the City of Lampasas fee schedule specifically pertaining to building permit fees, curb cut fees and tap fees. No mention of the new “ Tree Ordinance”.
The agenda includes a change order for the Jail Project (interior signage allowance credit), a salary adjustment for the HR director, information about a state mandated cyber security training course, the appointment of county auditor, salary/stipend pay for the interim auditor, constable for precinct 4, discussion regarding ground maintenance and custodial services, subdivision rules application, discussion to amend the order restricting outdoor burning, the request for the purchase of a fireproof file for adoption records and of course the 2017 Jail Project.
There will be a called meeting this afternoon to discuss and/or consider a department head, and another called meeting on Wednesday the 15th to discuss possible
litigation with Krueger construction regarding the 2017 Jail Project.
The Lampasas ISD Board of Trustees will have a school board meeting at 6pm today. The Agenda
includes second readings and approval of policy updates,
appointments to the Lampasas High School Alumni Scholarship Fund Committee, Election Agreements, The Public Hearing for the Texas Academic Performance
Report, Administrative records, and possible consultation with attorney regarding petition for detachment and annexation.
The Lampasas City Council will meet this afternoon at 5:30 for a workshop session, which will include discussion regarding amending the landscaping ordinance/or creating a tree preservation ordinance for the City of Lampasas, and discussion regarding the 2020 Council Work Plan. The regular session will then start at 7pm.
The agenda for the regular meeting includes the usual consent agenda, discussion and possible action regarding the approval of the second reading of an Ordinance amending the adopted budget for the Municipal Government of the City of Lampasas for the prior fiscal year. Also included on the agenda are monthly reports and routine matters. In new business the agenda includes discussion and possible action regarding amendment of the regular city council meeting time, amendments to the City of Lampasas fee schedule specifically pertaining to building permit fees, curb cut fees and tap fees. No mention of the new “ Tree Ordinance”.
death/funeral notice
Rebecca Patteson Haner, 73 of Lampasas, Texas died Saturday January 11 at Advent Health Rollins Brook.
She was born January 3, 1947 in Burnet, Texas to parents M.K. Patteson Sr. and Ruth Neal (Corder) Patteson. Becky has lived in Lampasas most of her life, having graduated High School here. She later graduated from college and was a school teacher for a number of years. Becky married Tom Haner. She was also a homemaker, a member of Central Christian Church, DRT Oran Milo Roberts Chapter, Town &Country Study Club, Lion’s Club (Lampasas), Beta Sigma Phi, Xi Alpha Nu.
Becky is survived by husband; Tom Haner, daughter; Carrie Neal Howington (Don), two sisters; Molly Miller, (Ken), Georganna Shurbert, Brother; Dr. Morris K. Patteson Jr. (Nancy); Sisters-in-law; Lancey Pestello and Saralynn Haner. Several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Funeral service will be Tuesday January 14 at 11am at Sneed Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Burnet Cemetery at 2pm. Visitation will be an hour before the funeral.
Memorials are suggested to Adamsville Volunteer Fire Department, Lampasas Fire Department, The Shawn Mohr Passion for Nursing Scholarship (donate through A&M Foundation), Lampasas Lion’s Club, or the W.D Corder Memorial Scholarship in care of Hill Country Community Foundation. Sneed Funeral Chapel in charge of arrangements
She was born January 3, 1947 in Burnet, Texas to parents M.K. Patteson Sr. and Ruth Neal (Corder) Patteson. Becky has lived in Lampasas most of her life, having graduated High School here. She later graduated from college and was a school teacher for a number of years. Becky married Tom Haner. She was also a homemaker, a member of Central Christian Church, DRT Oran Milo Roberts Chapter, Town &Country Study Club, Lion’s Club (Lampasas), Beta Sigma Phi, Xi Alpha Nu.
Becky is survived by husband; Tom Haner, daughter; Carrie Neal Howington (Don), two sisters; Molly Miller, (Ken), Georganna Shurbert, Brother; Dr. Morris K. Patteson Jr. (Nancy); Sisters-in-law; Lancey Pestello and Saralynn Haner. Several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Funeral service will be Tuesday January 14 at 11am at Sneed Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Burnet Cemetery at 2pm. Visitation will be an hour before the funeral.
Memorials are suggested to Adamsville Volunteer Fire Department, Lampasas Fire Department, The Shawn Mohr Passion for Nursing Scholarship (donate through A&M Foundation), Lampasas Lion’s Club, or the W.D Corder Memorial Scholarship in care of Hill Country Community Foundation. Sneed Funeral Chapel in charge of arrangements
the weather
High yesterday was 71° Low this morning was 40°
Forecasters this morning are saying that skies will clear out this afternoon and temperatures will struggle to make it into the upper 40’s. Clear skies tonight with winds calming a bit should see temperatures at or near freezing areawide. Tomorrow should see a warm up to the mid 60’s. For the long term Wednesday will be the last spring-like day with nice temperatures before reality revisits us with arctic cold front coming through Wednesday evening or Thursday morning with blustery N-NE winds that remind us it is still January.
Today: Mostly cloudy then gradually clearing with winds from the NW at 10-15 gusting to mph, then decreasing in the afternoon. The high temperature will be near 50°.
Tonight: Clear with winds shifting to the S-SE at 5 mph after midnight. The low will drop to the low 30’s. Patchy frost is possible in the early morning hours.
Sunday: After the patchy frost in the morning skies will b e sunny with a high temperature near 64°. S wind 5-15 mph.
Sunday Night: A low temperature near 43° and mostly clear skies. Winds will be S at 5-10 mph.
Monday: Wind will be S at 5-10 mph with partly sunny skies and a high near 70°. Monday Night: A low near 55° and mostly cloudy skies with S-SE winds at 5-10 mph becoming SW after midnight.
Forecasters this morning are saying that skies will clear out this afternoon and temperatures will struggle to make it into the upper 40’s. Clear skies tonight with winds calming a bit should see temperatures at or near freezing areawide. Tomorrow should see a warm up to the mid 60’s. For the long term Wednesday will be the last spring-like day with nice temperatures before reality revisits us with arctic cold front coming through Wednesday evening or Thursday morning with blustery N-NE winds that remind us it is still January.
Today: Mostly cloudy then gradually clearing with winds from the NW at 10-15 gusting to mph, then decreasing in the afternoon. The high temperature will be near 50°.
Tonight: Clear with winds shifting to the S-SE at 5 mph after midnight. The low will drop to the low 30’s. Patchy frost is possible in the early morning hours.
Sunday: After the patchy frost in the morning skies will b e sunny with a high temperature near 64°. S wind 5-15 mph.
Sunday Night: A low temperature near 43° and mostly clear skies. Winds will be S at 5-10 mph.
Monday: Wind will be S at 5-10 mph with partly sunny skies and a high near 70°. Monday Night: A low near 55° and mostly cloudy skies with S-SE winds at 5-10 mph becoming SW after midnight.
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. Blotter for Friday shows a quiet overnight then a theft was reported in the 300 block of E. 6th St. at 8:09am, and another theft in the 200 block of N. Park St. at 8:34am. The afternoon brought the arrest of Joshua Dickinson, 22, of Lampasas on 2 Lampasas PD Warrants for Curelty to Non-Livestock Animals/kill/poison/serious bodily injury. Mr. Dickinson has bonded out of custody. Also in the afternoon a criminal mischief was reported in the 900 block of S. Spring St. at 1:29pm. A suspicious person was reported in the 1700 block of E. Ave J at 4:49pm, suspicious activity was reported in the 100 block of N. Key ave at 9:26pm and a suspicious vehicle was reported in the 900 blcok fo Campbell St. at 11:43pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Friday shows Kempner with aburglary, a repossession, a warrant was served, animal issues and a noise complaint. Out in the county there were medical calls, a repossession, animal issues, civil matters, and an accident. Deputies went inot Cove on reported threats, a medical call, an accident and animal issues.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of; Marrhew Lawson, 18, Kashawn Anton-James Ratliff, 19, and Javier Kristian Gutierrez, 18. (see story)
The Burn Ban is in Effect! No Burning!
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Friday shows Kempner with aburglary, a repossession, a warrant was served, animal issues and a noise complaint. Out in the county there were medical calls, a repossession, animal issues, civil matters, and an accident. Deputies went inot Cove on reported threats, a medical call, an accident and animal issues.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of; Marrhew Lawson, 18, Kashawn Anton-James Ratliff, 19, and Javier Kristian Gutierrez, 18. (see story)
The Burn Ban is in Effect! No Burning!
lampasas county youth livestock show
Today brought the Cattle segment of the annual livestock show starting with the Heifer show at 8am followed by the Steer show, and the other classes, along with special showmanship and sportsmanship awards. Tonight brings the buyers appreciation dinner and the Premium Sale.
Yesterday brought the Sheep and Goat shows, and in the PeeWee class, Tinley Turner, below won for the Sheep class and Trig Hill won for the Goat class
Yesterday brought the Sheep and Goat shows, and in the PeeWee class, Tinley Turner, below won for the Sheep class and Trig Hill won for the Goat class
arrests made in Kempner Murder case
The Lampasas County Sheriff, in a press release Friday evening, shared the information that the suspects wanted in the death of Vance Helzer have been arrested.
Helzer was pronounced dead at the scene on Pecos Lane in Kempner on September 16, 2019. The investigation revealed that Helzer was in a dispute over money and the four suspects drove to his residence to confront him. Helzer was shot with seconds of the arrival of the suspects. The suspects then fled the scene and conspired to conceal the crime that had been committed.
Lampasas County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigator David Thorp and Texas Ranger Adam Russell were responsible for the investigation and worked the case for several months. The following suspects were identified as persons of interest in the case: Matthew Lawson, Markevious Myers, Kashawn Anton-James Ratliff, and Javier Gutierrez. All four suspects are currently in custody and charged with murder.
The Lampasas county Sheriff’s Office was assisted in this investigation by: The Lampasas Police Dept., Copperas Cove Police Dept., Killeen Police Dept., Milam County Sheriff’s Office, Coryell County Sheriff’s Office, Texas DPS, Texas Rangers, and the US Marshal’s Office
Helzer was pronounced dead at the scene on Pecos Lane in Kempner on September 16, 2019. The investigation revealed that Helzer was in a dispute over money and the four suspects drove to his residence to confront him. Helzer was shot with seconds of the arrival of the suspects. The suspects then fled the scene and conspired to conceal the crime that had been committed.
Lampasas County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigator David Thorp and Texas Ranger Adam Russell were responsible for the investigation and worked the case for several months. The following suspects were identified as persons of interest in the case: Matthew Lawson, Markevious Myers, Kashawn Anton-James Ratliff, and Javier Gutierrez. All four suspects are currently in custody and charged with murder.
The Lampasas county Sheriff’s Office was assisted in this investigation by: The Lampasas Police Dept., Copperas Cove Police Dept., Killeen Police Dept., Milam County Sheriff’s Office, Coryell County Sheriff’s Office, Texas DPS, Texas Rangers, and the US Marshal’s Office
no sirens friday night
Lampasas Radio spoke with Fire Marshall Ronnie Withers this morning about the tornado siren during yesterday’s storms, or lack thereof.
Fire Marshall Withers assured us that there are trained storm spotters all over the area whenever severe weather is imminent. Nothing was observed by the trained spotters so no siren was sounded.
Evidently the tornadic activity was radar-indicated but was never visually confirmed. If the storm spotters have visual confirmation the siren will sound
Fire Marshall Withers assured us that there are trained storm spotters all over the area whenever severe weather is imminent. Nothing was observed by the trained spotters so no siren was sounded.
Evidently the tornadic activity was radar-indicated but was never visually confirmed. If the storm spotters have visual confirmation the siren will sound
Comptroller Sends out Checks
Comptroller Glenn Hegar will send out 763.8 million in sales tax allocations for January. This is an increase of 4% over January of 2019. These allocations are based on sales in November 2019.
In nearby Hamilton County, Evant received $4363.97, up from the $2372.45 of last year. This is a whopping 83.94% increase. In Lampasas County Lometa will be receiving a check for $6388.53 down a little bit from the $6740.90 of last year, or a 5.22% decrease. Kempner received $10,196.61 up from the $7996.12 of last year or an increase of 27.51%. The City of Lampasas received $159, 062.99, or an increase of 8.94% from the $146,008.58 of last January.
In nearby Hamilton County, Evant received $4363.97, up from the $2372.45 of last year. This is a whopping 83.94% increase. In Lampasas County Lometa will be receiving a check for $6388.53 down a little bit from the $6740.90 of last year, or a 5.22% decrease. Kempner received $10,196.61 up from the $7996.12 of last year or an increase of 27.51%. The City of Lampasas received $159, 062.99, or an increase of 8.94% from the $146,008.58 of last January.
lampasas isd notes
Monday- The Lampasas High School boys basketball team is having a home game against Goldthwaite, the times are 5:00,5:00,and 6:15pm. Lampasas High Schools girls JV soccer team is having a home game against Fredericksburg and it begins at 5:30pm.
Tuesday- The LHS’ girls basketball team is heading to Liberty Hill and the times are 5:00,5:00, and 6:15pm. LHS’ boys varsity soccer team is having a home game against Gatesville and it begins at 7:15pm. Also the Lampasas High School girls varsity soccer team is having a home game against Gatesville and it starts at 5:30pm. Benchmark testing for 4th grade and 5th grade at the Elementary Campuses.
Wednesday-There is Benchmark Testing for 4th grade and 5th grade at the Elementary Campuses.
Thursday- Lampasas Middle School girls basketball team will head to Salado and the times are 5:00pm and 6:00pm. The LMS boys basketball team will have a home game against Salado and the times are 5:00pm and 6:00pm. The LHS’ Powerlifting Invitational will be in the practice gym at 4:00pm. Thursday through Saturday the Lampasas High School boys JV soccer team will have their Tourney in Waco and the time is to be announced. Also Thursday through Saturday the LHS’ boys varsity soccer team will have their Tourney in Canyon Lake and that tie is to be announces as well.
Tuesday- The LHS’ girls basketball team is heading to Liberty Hill and the times are 5:00,5:00, and 6:15pm. LHS’ boys varsity soccer team is having a home game against Gatesville and it begins at 7:15pm. Also the Lampasas High School girls varsity soccer team is having a home game against Gatesville and it starts at 5:30pm. Benchmark testing for 4th grade and 5th grade at the Elementary Campuses.
Wednesday-There is Benchmark Testing for 4th grade and 5th grade at the Elementary Campuses.
Thursday- Lampasas Middle School girls basketball team will head to Salado and the times are 5:00pm and 6:00pm. The LMS boys basketball team will have a home game against Salado and the times are 5:00pm and 6:00pm. The LHS’ Powerlifting Invitational will be in the practice gym at 4:00pm. Thursday through Saturday the Lampasas High School boys JV soccer team will have their Tourney in Waco and the time is to be announced. Also Thursday through Saturday the LHS’ boys varsity soccer team will have their Tourney in Canyon Lake and that tie is to be announces as well.
the weather
High yesterday was 71° Low this morning was 65°
The forecasters are saying that a “significant damaging wind event associated with a squall line is possible”, however the worst weather at this time is expected to be closer to and east of I35. The storms are expected to be fast moving and may develop with little or no warning. They may include tornadoes. Dew points in the 60’s should allow storms to erupt in a line from Gainesville to Weatherford to Comanche in the 2pm-3pm timeframe. The storms should be out of here tonight. After cool mornings on Saturday and Sunday the dry airmass will allow temperatures to rebound into the 60’s.
Today: A high near 72°. Wind will be S at10-20 mph gusting to 30 mph. 90% chance of showers and storms in the afternoon, with some of the storms possibly severe.
Tonight: A 30% chance of showers and storms with the threat of severe weather continuing until about 9pm. Otherwise mostly cloudy with a low near 36°. Winds will be W at 10-15 mph shifting to the NW and becoming a little stronger overnight. Wind gusts could get as high as 25 mph.
Saturday: A mostly cloudy morning with gradual clearing and a high near 52°. NW wind at15-20 mph, gusting to 30 mph, decreasing in the afternoon.
Saturday night: N-NW wind at 5-10 mph shifting S-SE in the night. Clear skies and a low near 36°.
Sunday: Sunny with a high temperature near 63°. Winds will be S at 10-15 mph , gusting to 20 mph.
Overnight: Partly cloudy and a low near 40°. Winds will be S at 5 mph.
The forecasters are saying that a “significant damaging wind event associated with a squall line is possible”, however the worst weather at this time is expected to be closer to and east of I35. The storms are expected to be fast moving and may develop with little or no warning. They may include tornadoes. Dew points in the 60’s should allow storms to erupt in a line from Gainesville to Weatherford to Comanche in the 2pm-3pm timeframe. The storms should be out of here tonight. After cool mornings on Saturday and Sunday the dry airmass will allow temperatures to rebound into the 60’s.
Today: A high near 72°. Wind will be S at10-20 mph gusting to 30 mph. 90% chance of showers and storms in the afternoon, with some of the storms possibly severe.
Tonight: A 30% chance of showers and storms with the threat of severe weather continuing until about 9pm. Otherwise mostly cloudy with a low near 36°. Winds will be W at 10-15 mph shifting to the NW and becoming a little stronger overnight. Wind gusts could get as high as 25 mph.
Saturday: A mostly cloudy morning with gradual clearing and a high near 52°. NW wind at15-20 mph, gusting to 30 mph, decreasing in the afternoon.
Saturday night: N-NW wind at 5-10 mph shifting S-SE in the night. Clear skies and a low near 36°.
Sunday: Sunny with a high temperature near 63°. Winds will be S at 10-15 mph , gusting to 20 mph.
Overnight: Partly cloudy and a low near 40°. Winds will be S at 5 mph.
The Blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Thursday shows a domestic disturbance in the 1900 block of 281S at 8:11am, than another domestic disturbance in the 1300 block of CTE at 9:58am. A harassment was reported in the 900 block of E. 3rd St. at 10:48am, and a disturbance in the 200 block of W. Ave E at 12:11pm. In the 400 block of CTE credit/debit card abuse was reported at 2:42pm. A 32 year olf Kempner resident was arrested in the 1200 block of W. 3rd St. on a Randall County warrant at 5:02pm, then there was a minor accident in the 600 block of E. 3rd St. at 5:19pm. Joshua Delacruz, 30, of Lampasas was arrested in the 200 block of S. Key for invasive visual recording and driving with an invalid license at 7:16pm.
Lampasas County Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Thursday shows Kempner with a civil matter, a fish & game call, reported identity theft and an animal probem. Out in the county there was a medical call, an alarm call, civil matters, and a reported disturbance. Deputies went into Cove on a call about a suicidal person, reported threats, and reported suspicious activity.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of 19 year old Markevious Myers of Copperas Cove for failure to appear.
There will be NO test siren this afternoon due to incoming inclement weather. If you hear the siren, it is NOT a test!!!!Be weather aware!!!
The Burn Ban is in Effect! No Outdoor Burning!
Lampasas County Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Thursday shows Kempner with a civil matter, a fish & game call, reported identity theft and an animal probem. Out in the county there was a medical call, an alarm call, civil matters, and a reported disturbance. Deputies went into Cove on a call about a suicidal person, reported threats, and reported suspicious activity.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of 19 year old Markevious Myers of Copperas Cove for failure to appear.
There will be NO test siren this afternoon due to incoming inclement weather. If you hear the siren, it is NOT a test!!!!Be weather aware!!!
The Burn Ban is in Effect! No Outdoor Burning!
It’s Friday !
What’s goin’ on?
The Lampasas County Youth Livestock Association Stock show is happening this weekend.
Today had the Ag Mechanics show starting at 8am, and the Swine Show began at 9am with the Breeding Gilt Show, then the Market Swine Show, and Swine Showmanship followed by the Lee Vann Sportsmanship award, the Britt Hopson Memorial award and the PeeWee Showmanship award. Noon brings the awards from the Ag Mechanics show. The market Lamb Show begins at 1pm, then the Goat show begins after the completion of the Lamb show.
6pm today the cattle will begin to weigh and classify.
We have Badger sports going on today with Lady Badger Basketball hosting Salado to begin district play. The Sub-Varsity begins at 5pm, with the varsity tipping off at 6:15pm.
Badger Varsity Soccer is hosting Connally High School in a non-district game at 5pm.
Lady Badger Soccer is headed to Fredericksburg for the 2nd day of a tournament there
Today had the Ag Mechanics show starting at 8am, and the Swine Show began at 9am with the Breeding Gilt Show, then the Market Swine Show, and Swine Showmanship followed by the Lee Vann Sportsmanship award, the Britt Hopson Memorial award and the PeeWee Showmanship award. Noon brings the awards from the Ag Mechanics show. The market Lamb Show begins at 1pm, then the Goat show begins after the completion of the Lamb show.
6pm today the cattle will begin to weigh and classify.
We have Badger sports going on today with Lady Badger Basketball hosting Salado to begin district play. The Sub-Varsity begins at 5pm, with the varsity tipping off at 6:15pm.
Badger Varsity Soccer is hosting Connally High School in a non-district game at 5pm.
Lady Badger Soccer is headed to Fredericksburg for the 2nd day of a tournament there
Lampasas County Youth Livestock Show
In the Cockrell Show Dean Brister was Grand champion and Dillon Brister was Reserve Grand Champion. In the Pullett Show, Dillon Brister was Grand Champion and Dean was Reserve Grand Champion. Yes, they are brothers
meetings monday
The Lampasas County Commissioners will hold a
regular meeting on Monday January 13th at 9am in the
Lampasas County Courthouse. The agenda includes a change order for the Jail Project (interior signage
allowance credit), a salary adjustment for the HR director, information about a state mandated cyber security training course, the appointment of county auditor, salary
stipend pay for the interim auditor, constable for precinct 4, discussion regarding ground maintenance and custodial services, subdivision rules application, to amend the order restricting outdoor burning, the request for the purchase of a fireproof file for adoption r4ecords and of course the 2017 Jail Project.
There will be a called meeting on Monday to discuss and/or consider a department head, and another called meeting on Wednesday the 15th to discuss possible
litigation with Krueger construction regarding the 2017 Jail Project.
The Lampasas ISD Board of Trustees will have a school board meeting on January 13th. The Agenda includes second readings and approval of policy updates , appointments to the Lampasas High School Alumni Scholarship Fund Committee, Election Agreements, The Public Hearing for the Texas Academic Performance Report, Administrative records, and possible consultation with attorney regarding petition for detachment and annexation.
The Lampasas City Council will meet Monday with the workshop session beginning at 5:30 and the regular City Council Meeting at 7pm
regular meeting on Monday January 13th at 9am in the
Lampasas County Courthouse. The agenda includes a change order for the Jail Project (interior signage
allowance credit), a salary adjustment for the HR director, information about a state mandated cyber security training course, the appointment of county auditor, salary
stipend pay for the interim auditor, constable for precinct 4, discussion regarding ground maintenance and custodial services, subdivision rules application, to amend the order restricting outdoor burning, the request for the purchase of a fireproof file for adoption r4ecords and of course the 2017 Jail Project.
There will be a called meeting on Monday to discuss and/or consider a department head, and another called meeting on Wednesday the 15th to discuss possible
litigation with Krueger construction regarding the 2017 Jail Project.
The Lampasas ISD Board of Trustees will have a school board meeting on January 13th. The Agenda includes second readings and approval of policy updates , appointments to the Lampasas High School Alumni Scholarship Fund Committee, Election Agreements, The Public Hearing for the Texas Academic Performance Report, Administrative records, and possible consultation with attorney regarding petition for detachment and annexation.
The Lampasas City Council will meet Monday with the workshop session beginning at 5:30 and the regular City Council Meeting at 7pm
funeral/death notice
Clarence Leo Shed went home to be with the Lord on November 19, 2019. He was born June 24, 1940 in Lampasas to Jessie and Ida Mae shed. He attended schools in Lampasas and graduated in 1958.
He worked as a stone mason, was enlisted in the National Guard and served as a fireman for San Antonio Texas for 31 years. He was a devoted member of Calvary Baptist Church in Lampasas, Texas where he was the men’s Sunday School Teacher. He loved serving the Lord and working for his church. He also loved fiddle music. He would go to fiddle contests and was involved in taking lessons. He was a strong believer in god and would always live his life as a kind, loving and giving man. He loved fishing, camping and restoring old cars.
He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He married Marie Mixon on November 6, 2013. A Memorial Service will be held on January 11, 2020 at 11am at Calvary Baptist Church with Brother Dale Hunter officiating. His body was cremated.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers; Edward, Gale and Walter, and by Ex-Wife Rebecca Shed.
He is survived by wife; Marie Shed. Sister; Mattie Mae Deim. Brother; Hubert Shed. Son; Doug Shed. Daughters; Nancy Williams, Deborah Poore. Stepsons; Bill Mixon, Glen Mixon. Step Daughters; Dorsey Crane, Gwen Klescweski. Numerous Grandchildren, Great-Grandchildren, many friends and loved ones including his church family at Calvary Baptist Church.
Clarence Leo Shed went home to be with the Lord on November 19, 2019. He was born June 24, 1940 in Lampasas to Jessie and Ida Mae shed. He attended schools in Lampasas and graduated in 1958.
He worked as a stone mason, was enlisted in the National Guard and served as a fireman for San Antonio Texas for 31 years. He was a devoted member of Calvary Baptist Church in Lampasas, Texas where he was the men’s Sunday School Teacher. He loved serving the Lord and working for his church. He also loved fiddle music. He would go to fiddle contests and was involved in taking lessons. He was a strong believer in god and would always live his life as a kind, loving and giving man. He loved fishing, camping and restoring old cars.
He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He married Marie Mixon on November 6, 2013. A Memorial Service will be held on January 11, 2020 at 11am at Calvary Baptist Church with Brother Dale Hunter officiating. His body was cremated.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers; Edward, Gale and Walter, and by Ex-Wife Rebecca Shed.
He is survived by wife; Marie Shed. Sister; Mattie Mae Deim. Brother; Hubert Shed. Son; Doug Shed. Daughters; Nancy Williams, Deborah Poore. Stepsons; Bill Mixon, Glen Mixon. Step Daughters; Dorsey Crane, Gwen Klescweski. Numerous Grandchildren, Great-Grandchildren, many friends and loved ones including his church family at Calvary Baptist Church.
the weather
The High yesterday 65° The Low this morning 59° Forecasters say to look for gusty southerly winds at 15-20 mph today with gusts in the 25-30 mph category. Winds are not expected to reach wind advisory criteria. However, cross winds on north to south roads may cause issues with high profile vehicles. Partial sunshine may appear west of the 281 corridor. Tonight should be breezy and mild with lows in the mid 50’s in our area.
The wind advisory will be reviewed later today, but Central Texas has the possibility of gusts in excess of 30 mph overnight. The risk of severe weather has shifted westward to include much of Central Texas.
Today: Cloudy with a high near 73°. S wind at 15-20 mph gusting as high as 30 mph.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy with a low around 61° and S wind at 10-15 mph with gusts as high as 25 mph. Friday: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 72° with a70% chance of storms after noon. Winds will be S at 15-20 mph with possible gusts as high as 25 mph.
Friday Night: Winds will be W-NW at 10-15 shifting NW at 15-20 mph early Saturday morning. Winds could gust as high as 30 mph. Skies will be mostly cloudy with a low of 37° .
Saturday: Mostly sunny with a high temperature near 53° and N-NW wind at 15-20 mph with gusts as high as 30 mph, decreasing in the afternoon.
Saturday Night: 34° with mostly clear skies. N wind at 5-10 mph shifting to the S after midnight.
The wind advisory will be reviewed later today, but Central Texas has the possibility of gusts in excess of 30 mph overnight. The risk of severe weather has shifted westward to include much of Central Texas.
Today: Cloudy with a high near 73°. S wind at 15-20 mph gusting as high as 30 mph.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy with a low around 61° and S wind at 10-15 mph with gusts as high as 25 mph. Friday: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 72° with a70% chance of storms after noon. Winds will be S at 15-20 mph with possible gusts as high as 25 mph.
Friday Night: Winds will be W-NW at 10-15 shifting NW at 15-20 mph early Saturday morning. Winds could gust as high as 30 mph. Skies will be mostly cloudy with a low of 37° .
Saturday: Mostly sunny with a high temperature near 53° and N-NW wind at 15-20 mph with gusts as high as 30 mph, decreasing in the afternoon.
Saturday Night: 34° with mostly clear skies. N wind at 5-10 mph shifting to the S after midnight.
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Wednesday shows a quiet overnight then a reported fraud in the 100 block of W. 1st St. at 7:39am. A criminal trespass call came in from the 200 block of N. Park St. at 8:55am. The 200 block of E. Ave. D had a reported disturbance at 9:49am. The afternoon shows a burglary of a building in the 500 block of E. Ave J at 5:47pm. A 24 year old Lampasas woman was arrested in the 900 block of W. 1st St. for possession of marijuana less than 2 oz. at 8:17pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Wednesday shows Lometa with a Civil Matter, and Kempner with reported threats, and an accident. Out in the county there was a reported theft, an animal problem, a medical call and a civil matter. Deputies went in Cove on a reckless driver report and an illegal burn.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of Max Castaneda Jr. for failure to appear.
The Burn Ban is in Effect! No Burning!
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Wednesday shows Lometa with a Civil Matter, and Kempner with reported threats, and an accident. Out in the county there was a reported theft, an animal problem, a medical call and a civil matter. Deputies went in Cove on a reckless driver report and an illegal burn.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of Max Castaneda Jr. for failure to appear.
The Burn Ban is in Effect! No Burning!
Natural Gas Leak
The Lampasas Fire Dept. has confirmed a gas leak in the 700 block of N. Spring St. near West Ave C.
At this time the cause of the leak has not been determined, but the fire department and Atmos Gas company are investigating and making necessary repairs.
Lampasas Radio will keep you updated.
At this time the cause of the leak has not been determined, but the fire department and Atmos Gas company are investigating and making necessary repairs.
Lampasas Radio will keep you updated.
lampasas county youth stock show
Lampasas Radio is Broadcasting from the Lampasas County Youth Livestock Show today, and the rabbit shows took place this morning.
The Grand Champion Rabbit was shown by Zac Dishman, and the Reserve Grand Champion was Emily Brister. Showmanship Honors went to:
PeeWee: Paisley Andrews
Junior: Braleigh Boshears
Intermediate: Tyler Watson
Senior: Kyle Tomlinson
Lampasas Radio received the following Thursday Schedule: THURSDAY, JANUARY 9
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. – Food Fair check-in (to follow the conclusion of the rabbit show, but not before 12 p.m.)
1:00 p.m. – Food Fair judging begins (starting with PeeWee, Junior, then Senior)
4:00-6:00 p.m. – Swine weigh-in/check-in
5:00 p.m. – Food Fair Awards (Show Ring)
5:00 – 6:30 p.m. – Market lambs begin to weigh and classify followed by market goats. Breeding goat weigh-in to follow market goats.
6:00 p.m. – Swine check-in closed
6:00 p.m. – Exhibitor Meeting (Show Ring)
7:00 p.m. – Broiler check-in starts with show to follow (Show Ring)
Pullet show followed by cockerel show
7:00 p.m. – All animals, except cattle must be in place. Tack for all cattle exhibitors must be in place.
Lampasas Radio will be broadcasting the Annual Youth Stock Show.
The Grand Champion Rabbit was shown by Zac Dishman, and the Reserve Grand Champion was Emily Brister. Showmanship Honors went to:
PeeWee: Paisley Andrews
Junior: Braleigh Boshears
Intermediate: Tyler Watson
Senior: Kyle Tomlinson
Lampasas Radio received the following Thursday Schedule: THURSDAY, JANUARY 9
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. – Food Fair check-in (to follow the conclusion of the rabbit show, but not before 12 p.m.)
1:00 p.m. – Food Fair judging begins (starting with PeeWee, Junior, then Senior)
4:00-6:00 p.m. – Swine weigh-in/check-in
5:00 p.m. – Food Fair Awards (Show Ring)
5:00 – 6:30 p.m. – Market lambs begin to weigh and classify followed by market goats. Breeding goat weigh-in to follow market goats.
6:00 p.m. – Swine check-in closed
6:00 p.m. – Exhibitor Meeting (Show Ring)
7:00 p.m. – Broiler check-in starts with show to follow (Show Ring)
Pullet show followed by cockerel show
7:00 p.m. – All animals, except cattle must be in place. Tack for all cattle exhibitors must be in place.
Lampasas Radio will be broadcasting the Annual Youth Stock Show.
Spring Brush Chipping Program.
The City of Lampasas will begin its brush chipping program in March.
The pick up dates, areas and rules for the brush chipping program are as follows:
March 2, 2020 - March 6, 2020
Northwest section of the city. West of Key Avenue and north of First Street.
March 9, 2020 - March 13, 2020
Southwest section of the city. West of Key Avenue and south of First Street.
March 16, 2020 - March 20, 2020
outheast section of the city. East of Key Avenue and south of First Street.
March 23, 2020 – March 27, 2020
Northeast section of the city. East of Key Avenue and north of First Street.
NOTE: City sponsored brush chipping will occur only during designated weeks and designated areas.
The following are the guidelines for the City’s Brush Chipping Program.
* The brush is no longer than four feet in length
* No lumber or trash will be picked up; and
* The bundle must be out by the curb, no alley pick up.
The pick up dates, areas and rules for the brush chipping program are as follows:
March 2, 2020 - March 6, 2020
Northwest section of the city. West of Key Avenue and north of First Street.
March 9, 2020 - March 13, 2020
Southwest section of the city. West of Key Avenue and south of First Street.
March 16, 2020 - March 20, 2020
outheast section of the city. East of Key Avenue and south of First Street.
March 23, 2020 – March 27, 2020
Northeast section of the city. East of Key Avenue and north of First Street.
NOTE: City sponsored brush chipping will occur only during designated weeks and designated areas.
The following are the guidelines for the City’s Brush Chipping Program.
* The brush is no longer than four feet in length
* No lumber or trash will be picked up; and
* The bundle must be out by the curb, no alley pick up.
cattle market report
Lampasas Cattle Auction’s weekly sale took place
Wednesday and 752 head were on hand, up from the 643
head of the last sale a week ago, and down from the 917
head a year ago at this time.
Feeder steers and heifers were $12 to $15 higher, and slaughter cows and bulls were steady to $2 higher.
Feeder Steers Feeder Heifers
200-300lbs $1.47-$1.92/lb 200-300lbs $1.34-$1.68/lb
300-400lbs $1.43-$1.88/lb 300-400lbs $1.42-$1.78/lb
400-500lbs $1.45-$1.74/lb 400-500lbs $1.39-$1.65/lb
500-600lbs $1.43-$1.66/lb 500-600lbs $1.28-$1.46/lb
600-700lbs $1.35-$1.62/lb 600-700lbs $1.20-$1.34/lb
700-800lbs $1.14-$1.38/lb 700-800lbs $1.01-$1.23/lb
Slaughter Cows Slaughter Bulls
Under 800lbs .25-.40/lb 1000-1300lbs No Test
800-1100lb .32 -.42/lb 1300-2100lbs .65-.76/lb
1100-1300lbs .42-.50/lb Replacements No Test
Bred Replacement Cows
Baby Tooth to 5yr old-$650-$975/hd
Solid Mouth -$500-$900/hd
Cow/Calf Pairs -
Young to Middle Age w/baby-300 lb calf-No Test
Aged Cows w/baby-300 lb calf– No Test
Wednesday and 752 head were on hand, up from the 643
head of the last sale a week ago, and down from the 917
head a year ago at this time.
Feeder steers and heifers were $12 to $15 higher, and slaughter cows and bulls were steady to $2 higher.
Feeder Steers Feeder Heifers
200-300lbs $1.47-$1.92/lb 200-300lbs $1.34-$1.68/lb
300-400lbs $1.43-$1.88/lb 300-400lbs $1.42-$1.78/lb
400-500lbs $1.45-$1.74/lb 400-500lbs $1.39-$1.65/lb
500-600lbs $1.43-$1.66/lb 500-600lbs $1.28-$1.46/lb
600-700lbs $1.35-$1.62/lb 600-700lbs $1.20-$1.34/lb
700-800lbs $1.14-$1.38/lb 700-800lbs $1.01-$1.23/lb
Slaughter Cows Slaughter Bulls
Under 800lbs .25-.40/lb 1000-1300lbs No Test
800-1100lb .32 -.42/lb 1300-2100lbs .65-.76/lb
1100-1300lbs .42-.50/lb Replacements No Test
Bred Replacement Cows
Baby Tooth to 5yr old-$650-$975/hd
Solid Mouth -$500-$900/hd
Cow/Calf Pairs -
Young to Middle Age w/baby-300 lb calf-No Test
Aged Cows w/baby-300 lb calf– No Test
the weather
The High yesterday 72° The Low this morning 32°
Look for temperatures to warm into the 60’s again, and winds will become gusty by noontime. The humidity values will be dropping this afternoon to below 30%. The windy and dry conditions and above normal temperatures will create an elevated threat for grass fires. The conditions change overnight and tomorrow morning as the low level moisture comes quickly across Central Texas. The Southerly wind will keep lows on Thursday night near 60°. Look for a line of storms to develop along a cold front on Friday.
Today: Sunny with a high near 65°. S wind 5-10 mph increasing in the afternoon, gusting to 30 mph.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy with a low near 56° and S wind at 10-15 mph with gusts as high as 25 mph. Patchy drizzle is possible early Thursday morning.
Thursday: Mostly cloudy with a high near 72°. Wind will be S at 15-20 mph, and could gust as high as 30 mph.
Thursday Night: A low near 59° and mostly cloudy skies. Wind will be S at 15 mph gusting to 25 mph.
Friday: Partly sunny with a high temperature near 75°, and a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Wind will be SW at 10-20 mph and could gust as high as 25 mph.
Friday Night: Partly cloudy with a low near 39° and SW wind near 10-15 mph becoming N-NW after midnight. Wind gusts could reach 20 mph.
Saturday: Sunny with a high near 55°. NW winds at 15-20 mph gusting to 25 mph. Winds will decrease in the afternoon
Look for temperatures to warm into the 60’s again, and winds will become gusty by noontime. The humidity values will be dropping this afternoon to below 30%. The windy and dry conditions and above normal temperatures will create an elevated threat for grass fires. The conditions change overnight and tomorrow morning as the low level moisture comes quickly across Central Texas. The Southerly wind will keep lows on Thursday night near 60°. Look for a line of storms to develop along a cold front on Friday.
Today: Sunny with a high near 65°. S wind 5-10 mph increasing in the afternoon, gusting to 30 mph.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy with a low near 56° and S wind at 10-15 mph with gusts as high as 25 mph. Patchy drizzle is possible early Thursday morning.
Thursday: Mostly cloudy with a high near 72°. Wind will be S at 15-20 mph, and could gust as high as 30 mph.
Thursday Night: A low near 59° and mostly cloudy skies. Wind will be S at 15 mph gusting to 25 mph.
Friday: Partly sunny with a high temperature near 75°, and a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Wind will be SW at 10-20 mph and could gust as high as 25 mph.
Friday Night: Partly cloudy with a low near 39° and SW wind near 10-15 mph becoming N-NW after midnight. Wind gusts could reach 20 mph.
Saturday: Sunny with a high near 55°. NW winds at 15-20 mph gusting to 25 mph. Winds will decrease in the afternoon
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Tuesday shows a prowler reported on Alexander Ln. at 1:05am. Suspicious activity was reported in the 1700 block of CTE at 5:56am. 9:36am saw the arrest of Deborah Lucksinger, 54, of Lampasas on Gillen Ct. on a Lampasas PD warrant for attempted forgery. There was a burglary of a habitation was reported in the 500 block of W. 3rd St. at 10:30am. The afternoon shows the arrest of Geronimo Romero, 18, of Lampasas for a Lampasas PD warrant for continuous violence against family in the 300 block of N. Park at 1:36pm. There was a theft in the 900 block of E. 3rd St. at 1:38pm, then reckless drivers were reported in the 200 block of Riverview Dr. at 1:49pm and the 2500 block of US 281 North at 2:53pm. A suspicious person was reported in the 1800 block of 281S at 3:21pm, a suspicious vehicle on Sue Ann Dr. at 5:58pm, thena another suspicious person in the 200 block of W. Ave B at 7:10pm. There was a reported disturbance in the 200 block of s. Key at 7:43pm. Credit card abuse was reported in the 1700 block of E. Ave F at 8:35pm and a curfew violation in the 200 block of W. 4th at 11:58pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter shows Lometa with a civil matters, and Kempner with a medical call, a reported theft, an accident and a civil matter. Out in the county there was a reported burglary, an impounded car and a reported reckless driver. Deputies went into Cove on a reported disturbance and animal problems.
The Burn Ban is in effect. No Burning!
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter shows Lometa with a civil matters, and Kempner with a medical call, a reported theft, an accident and a civil matter. Out in the county there was a reported burglary, an impounded car and a reported reckless driver. Deputies went into Cove on a reported disturbance and animal problems.
The Burn Ban is in effect. No Burning!
Lampasas County Youth
Stock Show
The Lampasas County Youth Stock Show is gearing up fast, with the AG Mechanics projects moving into the show barn today. The projects have to be in place by 7pm.
Tomorrow will bring a 6am Rabbit check-in with the Rabbit Show to immediately follow. Noon tomorrow is the Food Fair check-in and 1pm will be the food fair judging. Tomorrow at 4pm the swine weigh-in /check-in begins, and at 5pm the market lambs begin to weigh and classify followed by Market Goats, and Breeding Goats will weigh in following market goats. 6pm is an exhibitor meeting in the show ring. By 7pm tomorrow, all animals except cattle must be in place
Tomorrow will bring a 6am Rabbit check-in with the Rabbit Show to immediately follow. Noon tomorrow is the Food Fair check-in and 1pm will be the food fair judging. Tomorrow at 4pm the swine weigh-in /check-in begins, and at 5pm the market lambs begin to weigh and classify followed by Market Goats, and Breeding Goats will weigh in following market goats. 6pm is an exhibitor meeting in the show ring. By 7pm tomorrow, all animals except cattle must be in place
Another accident on US 190
Lampasas Radio received the following press release from DPS this morning: at 12:50pm on January 7th 2020 “The Texas Department of Public Safety Troopers responded to a major crash on US 190 approximately 5 miles east of the City of Lampasas. A Chevrolet pick-up truck was travelling westbound on US 190. A Chevrolet SUV, driven by a 49 year old female of Kempner, was travelling behind the Chevrolet pick-up. The driver of the pick-up, an 80 year old male of Copperas Cove, attempted to make a U-turn and continue eastbound on US 190. The driver of the Chevrolet pick-up turned when unsafe and turned into the path of the Chevrolet SUV causing a collision. The driver of the Chevrolet pick-up, as well as the front seat passenger, were transported to Scott and White Hospital in Temple for injuries. The driver and two juvenile passengers in the Chevrolet SUV were not injured. Crash investigation is complete.”
Flood Control structure Seminar
Lampasas Radio received the following information:
“The Lampasas River Watershed Partnership is collaborating with the Lampasas County Water Control & Improvement District #1 (WCID) to host a seminar on the Sulphur Creek Flood Structure System on January 28 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in Lampasas. This seminar will offer local citizens a chance to learn about the 9 flood control structures upstream of the city of Lampasas and the services they provide.
The seminar is offered at no charge and will include light refreshments. The workshop will be held at the Old Lampasas Middle School Cafeteria, which is located on Western Avenue, between North Avenue and Avenue B. The address to the campus is 207 E. Ave. A, Lampasas.
The WCID is the local sponsor for operations and maintenance of nine flood control dams on the Sulphur Creek watershed, along with their local co-sponsor, the Hill Country Soil and Water Conservation District. In April 1957, these local sponsors executed a work plan with the USDA Soil Conservation Service (now Natural Resource Conservation Service) to build the dams upstream of the city of Lampasas. The following month, the last of eight historic floods occurred in Lampasas, resulting in several deaths. The subsequent construction of these dams rendered the May 1957 flood the last in Lampasas to date.
Sixty-three years later, the nine dams remain an important safeguard against future disaster. As flooding becomes a top priority in central Texas and across the state, it’s important that citizens are aware of the services that these dams provide. As these dams age, they will require additional maintenance to continue to provide those same services. This seminar aims to raise awareness among our citizens about these services and future needs of our dam systems.
More information will soon be available on our website at www.lampasasriver.org. Please feel free to share with your friends and neighbors. I look forward to seeing you there
“The Lampasas River Watershed Partnership is collaborating with the Lampasas County Water Control & Improvement District #1 (WCID) to host a seminar on the Sulphur Creek Flood Structure System on January 28 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in Lampasas. This seminar will offer local citizens a chance to learn about the 9 flood control structures upstream of the city of Lampasas and the services they provide.
The seminar is offered at no charge and will include light refreshments. The workshop will be held at the Old Lampasas Middle School Cafeteria, which is located on Western Avenue, between North Avenue and Avenue B. The address to the campus is 207 E. Ave. A, Lampasas.
The WCID is the local sponsor for operations and maintenance of nine flood control dams on the Sulphur Creek watershed, along with their local co-sponsor, the Hill Country Soil and Water Conservation District. In April 1957, these local sponsors executed a work plan with the USDA Soil Conservation Service (now Natural Resource Conservation Service) to build the dams upstream of the city of Lampasas. The following month, the last of eight historic floods occurred in Lampasas, resulting in several deaths. The subsequent construction of these dams rendered the May 1957 flood the last in Lampasas to date.
Sixty-three years later, the nine dams remain an important safeguard against future disaster. As flooding becomes a top priority in central Texas and across the state, it’s important that citizens are aware of the services that these dams provide. As these dams age, they will require additional maintenance to continue to provide those same services. This seminar aims to raise awareness among our citizens about these services and future needs of our dam systems.
More information will soon be available on our website at www.lampasasriver.org. Please feel free to share with your friends and neighbors. I look forward to seeing you there
funeral/death notice
Services for Steven Ray Gant will be held Sunday January 12th from 2-4pm. Please come and celebrate his life.
Francis N. Metoyer Sr.
Mr. Metoyer died Saturday in Temple at the VA hospital.
He was born February 18, 1937, in Natchitoches, Louisiana, the 3rd son of Sidney & Elouise Metoyer.
He was preceded in death by his wife Maxine (Aaron) Metoyer and brothers Ray and Randolph Metoyer.
He had lived in Lampasas for over 50 years. And, all six of his children graduated Lampasas High School.
Mr. Metoyer served in the U.S. Army and work for IBM until retirement and he was a member of Victory Baptist Church. Survivors include four sons; Larry C. Aaron of Killeen, Gary W. Aaron of Lampasas, Francis N. Metoyer Jr. of Arlington, Louis N. Metoyer of Copperas Cove. Two daughters; Elouise D. Carriere of Katy, and Lilla Von Duhon of Raleigh, NC. Seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Frank’s viewing will be on Monday, January 13 from 6 pm to 8 pm at Sneed’s Funeral Chapel – 201 East 3rd Street; Lampasas, TX 76550 - (512) 556-1183
Funeral service for Francis Metoyer Sr., 82, of Lampasas will be on Tuesday, January 14 at 11 am at Victory Baptist Church; 502 W. Business 190; Copperas Cove, TX 76522 – (254) 547-9501
Pastor Erick Knight, Pastor Mickey Robinson and Pastor Larry Aaron will be officiating the service.
Burial will be on Tuesday, January 14 at 2pm at the Central Texas Veterans Cemetery; 11463 State Highway 195; Killeen, TX 76542 - (254) 616-1770
Reception/Repast/Fellowship/Lunch will be immediately Sneed following the burial at Golden Corral Buffet & Grill located at 1420 E. W. Central Texas Expy; Killeen, TX 76541 Sneed Funeral Chapel in Lampasas is entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
Francis N. Metoyer Sr.
Mr. Metoyer died Saturday in Temple at the VA hospital.
He was born February 18, 1937, in Natchitoches, Louisiana, the 3rd son of Sidney & Elouise Metoyer.
He was preceded in death by his wife Maxine (Aaron) Metoyer and brothers Ray and Randolph Metoyer.
He had lived in Lampasas for over 50 years. And, all six of his children graduated Lampasas High School.
Mr. Metoyer served in the U.S. Army and work for IBM until retirement and he was a member of Victory Baptist Church. Survivors include four sons; Larry C. Aaron of Killeen, Gary W. Aaron of Lampasas, Francis N. Metoyer Jr. of Arlington, Louis N. Metoyer of Copperas Cove. Two daughters; Elouise D. Carriere of Katy, and Lilla Von Duhon of Raleigh, NC. Seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Frank’s viewing will be on Monday, January 13 from 6 pm to 8 pm at Sneed’s Funeral Chapel – 201 East 3rd Street; Lampasas, TX 76550 - (512) 556-1183
Funeral service for Francis Metoyer Sr., 82, of Lampasas will be on Tuesday, January 14 at 11 am at Victory Baptist Church; 502 W. Business 190; Copperas Cove, TX 76522 – (254) 547-9501
Pastor Erick Knight, Pastor Mickey Robinson and Pastor Larry Aaron will be officiating the service.
Burial will be on Tuesday, January 14 at 2pm at the Central Texas Veterans Cemetery; 11463 State Highway 195; Killeen, TX 76542 - (254) 616-1770
Reception/Repast/Fellowship/Lunch will be immediately Sneed following the burial at Golden Corral Buffet & Grill located at 1420 E. W. Central Texas Expy; Killeen, TX 76541 Sneed Funeral Chapel in Lampasas is entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
the weather
The High yesterday 71° The Low this morning 37°
Light W-NW winds will become more variable this afternoon. The dry air will have temperatures warming quickly into the 60’s and maybe a little warmer than yesterday. We should be in the low 30’s by tomorrow morning.
Today: Sunny with a high near 65° and NW wind near 5 mph shifting SE in the afternoon.
Tonight: A low near 33° with clear skie and light S-SE breezes shifting SW after midnight.
Wednesday: Sunny with a high near 65°. Wind will be S near 5-10 mph increasing in the afternoon with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Wednesday Night: Increasing clouds with a 20% chance of showers after midnight and a low near 53°. Wind will be S near 15 mph gusting as high as 20 mph.
Thursday: Mostly cloud with a high near 73°. Wind will be S at 15-20 mph gusting to 25 mph.
Thursday Night: Partly cloudy with a low near 57°. W wind at 10-15 mph gusting as high as 20 mph.
Friday: mostly cloudy with a high near 73°. S wind at 15-20 mph gusting to 30 mph.
Light W-NW winds will become more variable this afternoon. The dry air will have temperatures warming quickly into the 60’s and maybe a little warmer than yesterday. We should be in the low 30’s by tomorrow morning.
Today: Sunny with a high near 65° and NW wind near 5 mph shifting SE in the afternoon.
Tonight: A low near 33° with clear skie and light S-SE breezes shifting SW after midnight.
Wednesday: Sunny with a high near 65°. Wind will be S near 5-10 mph increasing in the afternoon with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Wednesday Night: Increasing clouds with a 20% chance of showers after midnight and a low near 53°. Wind will be S near 15 mph gusting as high as 20 mph.
Thursday: Mostly cloud with a high near 73°. Wind will be S at 15-20 mph gusting to 25 mph.
Thursday Night: Partly cloudy with a low near 57°. W wind at 10-15 mph gusting as high as 20 mph.
Friday: mostly cloudy with a high near 73°. S wind at 15-20 mph gusting to 30 mph.
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Monday shows the arrest of Trisa Ramirez, 42, of Lampasas on 2 LPD warrants for Theft of Property and Assault by Contact. There was a minor accident in the 600 block of E. Ave F at 8:53am. There was a reported fraud in the 1000 block of W. Ave B at 10:15am, then a criminal mischief report in the 600 block for E. Ave. F at 11:04am. Another fraud report came in at 4:21pm in the 300 block of E. 4th St. There was a theft reported in the 200 block of Riverview Dr. at 7:47pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept.. shows Lometa with a medical call. Kempner had a structure fire, an alarm call, a medical call, a report of suspicious activity, an animal problem, civil matters a suicidal person and a report of criminal mischief. Out in the county there were civil matters, and livestock issues. Deputies went into Cove on an alarm call, a civil matter and a reported trespassing.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of Jose Zacarias Palomino on Temple for driving with a suspended license and an ICE detainer.
The Burn Ban is in effect No Burning
The Sheriff’s Dept.. shows Lometa with a medical call. Kempner had a structure fire, an alarm call, a medical call, a report of suspicious activity, an animal problem, civil matters a suicidal person and a report of criminal mischief. Out in the county there were civil matters, and livestock issues. Deputies went into Cove on an alarm call, a civil matter and a reported trespassing.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of Jose Zacarias Palomino on Temple for driving with a suspended license and an ICE detainer.
The Burn Ban is in effect No Burning
Lampasas Cheer Brings Home Awards
Lampasas Cheer travelled to Stephen F. Austin this weekend for a competition. They won Division 1 ratings for Finals Round & fight Song, Division 2 Ratings for Band Chant & Crowdleading, Innovative Choreography Awards for Band Chant & Fight song and Overall High Score Award for Band Chant & Fight Song.
Way To Go Girls!
Way To Go Girls!
Power Outage
Residents on the West side of town experienced a short power outage. The outage included Kathie Lane, Chris Dr. and CR 1030. Lampasas city officials shared with Lampasas Radio that animal contact caused the failure of a line fuse. All residents should have power restored.
Kempner Fire Dept. Seeking Donations
The Kempner Volunteer Fire Department is now accepting auction items you might want to donate for their annual BBQ and Auction on March 7th.
The items need to be saleable such as lawn equipment, farm equipment, furniture in good condition, workout equipment and new donated items.
Items can be dropped off at either the Kempner Fire Station or the JP’s office in Kempner Monday-Friday 8-11am or 1-5pm.
The Kempner Fire Dept. DOES NOT ACCEPT used mattresses, clothes, old TVs, and baby stuff.
Call Dan Hause with any questions at 512-525-2430
The items need to be saleable such as lawn equipment, farm equipment, furniture in good condition, workout equipment and new donated items.
Items can be dropped off at either the Kempner Fire Station or the JP’s office in Kempner Monday-Friday 8-11am or 1-5pm.
The Kempner Fire Dept. DOES NOT ACCEPT used mattresses, clothes, old TVs, and baby stuff.
Call Dan Hause with any questions at 512-525-2430
funeral/death notice
Margaret Ann Clayton Kerr was born April 16, 1946 in Lewiston, Idaho.
She was born to Max V Clayton and Marcella Beaudry Clayton.
Margaret worked in various capacities throughout her life but she enjoyed her years as a security officer the most.
Margaret was very artistic and painted a lot of scenic landscapes for family members and even painted a baptistry for a local church in this area. Her paintings will be very special to many for years to come.
Margaret was raised up in the Baptist Church and was a member of a Baptist Church.
Margaret was one of eleven children. She was the eldest of six girls and from a very early age, she became known to everyone as "Sissy" and remained known to nearly everyone she met until she passed away as "Sissy."
At the time of her death, she was residing at Oak Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in San Antonio, TX.
Margaret is survived by three daughters; Jennifer Lowe of San Antonio, Dawn Lowe of Burnet, Krystal Eaton of Prince George, British Columbia Canada. Five Brothers;
Frank Eaton of Charlie Lake, British Columbia Canada
Kenneth Clayton of Seguin, James Clayton of Burnet,
Charles Clayton of Richland Springs, Johnny Clayton of Cave City, Arkansas. Three Sisters; Reba Sue Stewart of Leander, Connie McSpadden and Maxine Jackson of Kingsland. Twelve Grandchildren:
Seventeen Great Grandchildren:
Margaret was preceded in death by her father, Max V Clayton, mother, Marcella Beaudry Clayton, sisters, Catherine Irene Clayton Letts and Nancy Jane Clayton Smith.
Memorial service will be Friday January 10, 2020 at 11 am at Sneed Funeral Chapel.
She was born to Max V Clayton and Marcella Beaudry Clayton.
Margaret worked in various capacities throughout her life but she enjoyed her years as a security officer the most.
Margaret was very artistic and painted a lot of scenic landscapes for family members and even painted a baptistry for a local church in this area. Her paintings will be very special to many for years to come.
Margaret was raised up in the Baptist Church and was a member of a Baptist Church.
Margaret was one of eleven children. She was the eldest of six girls and from a very early age, she became known to everyone as "Sissy" and remained known to nearly everyone she met until she passed away as "Sissy."
At the time of her death, she was residing at Oak Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in San Antonio, TX.
Margaret is survived by three daughters; Jennifer Lowe of San Antonio, Dawn Lowe of Burnet, Krystal Eaton of Prince George, British Columbia Canada. Five Brothers;
Frank Eaton of Charlie Lake, British Columbia Canada
Kenneth Clayton of Seguin, James Clayton of Burnet,
Charles Clayton of Richland Springs, Johnny Clayton of Cave City, Arkansas. Three Sisters; Reba Sue Stewart of Leander, Connie McSpadden and Maxine Jackson of Kingsland. Twelve Grandchildren:
Seventeen Great Grandchildren:
Margaret was preceded in death by her father, Max V Clayton, mother, Marcella Beaudry Clayton, sisters, Catherine Irene Clayton Letts and Nancy Jane Clayton Smith.
Memorial service will be Friday January 10, 2020 at 11 am at Sneed Funeral Chapel.
the weather
The High yesterday 74° The Low this morning 40° Forecasters are telling us a reinforcing cold front will come through this afternoon, bringing northwesterly winds, however highs are expected to be in the low 70’s. With the dry air in place, expect the lows to fall in to the low 30’s and upper 20’s in low-lying areas.
Today: Sunny with a high near 71°. Winds will be variable shifting to the N-NW at 5-10 mph this afternoon.
Tonight: Wind will be N-NW at 5-10 mph with clear skies and a low near 34°.
Tuesday: Sunny and 64°. Winds will be W-NW near 5 mph shifting to the E-SE in the afternoon.
Tuesday Night:Winds will be SE at 5 mph becoming S-SW overnight. Skies will be clear with a low near 34°.
Wednesday: Sunny with a high near 65°. Winds will be S increasing to 10-15 mph in the afternoon, gusting to 20 mph.
Wednesday Night: Mostly cloudy skies with a low near 54°, and S-SE wind near 15 mph, gusting to 20 mph.
Thursday looks like a windy day with partly sunny skies and a high near 72°. Winds will be S-SE at 15-20 mph with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Today: Sunny with a high near 71°. Winds will be variable shifting to the N-NW at 5-10 mph this afternoon.
Tonight: Wind will be N-NW at 5-10 mph with clear skies and a low near 34°.
Tuesday: Sunny and 64°. Winds will be W-NW near 5 mph shifting to the E-SE in the afternoon.
Tuesday Night:Winds will be SE at 5 mph becoming S-SW overnight. Skies will be clear with a low near 34°.
Wednesday: Sunny with a high near 65°. Winds will be S increasing to 10-15 mph in the afternoon, gusting to 20 mph.
Wednesday Night: Mostly cloudy skies with a low near 54°, and S-SE wind near 15 mph, gusting to 20 mph.
Thursday looks like a windy day with partly sunny skies and a high near 72°. Winds will be S-SE at 15-20 mph with gusts as high as 25 mph.
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Saturday shows suspicious vehicles in the 400 block of S. Key at 1:35am, and in the 800 block of Brooks St. at 1:49am. There was suspicious activity reported in the 900 block of E. Ave F at 4:42am. There was a criminal mischief report in the 2300 blcok of S. 281 at 8:39am. There was a reported fraud in the 400 block of S. Key at 12:17pm, and a shots fired call in the 1200 block of W. 4th St. later in the afternoon at 5:38pm. In the 400 block of Dawns Peak at 7:30pm a missing person report was made. A suspicious vehicle was reported in the 300 block of Northington St. at 8:25pm. There was one arrest at 9:47pm as Shanon Crumbley, 51, of Hanover New Mexico was arrested in the 900 block of S. Spring St. for possession of a controlled substance PG1 4-200 grams, possession of a controlled substance PG2 1-4 grams (THC candy), and possession of marijuana less than 2 oz.
Sunday’s blotter shows a theft in the 500 block of N. Spring St. at 1:51am. Later in the morning there was a reported theft in the 1700 block of CTE. Possession of drug paraphernalia was reported in the 1900 block of S. Key at 9:11pm and a reckless driver was reported in the 100 block of EE Ohnmeiss at 10:36pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for the weekend shows Kempner with reported disturbances, suspicious behavior, civil matters, and welfare checks. Out in the county there was an animal bite, a reported theft, civil matters, livestock and fish & game issues, alarm calls, medical calls and a noise complaint. Deputies went into Cove on an alarm call, a reported harassment, a shots fired call, reported criminal mischief, and an abandoned vehicle report.
The Lampasas Fire Dept. responded to a fire at midnight on Sunday. Fire Marshall Ronnie Withers stated it was an electrical fire, with damage only to the Breaker Box and no structural damage to the residence.
The Jail log for Saturday shows the arrest of a 25 year old Evant resident for possession of marijuana less than 2 oz.
The Jail Log for Sunday shows the arrest of 47 year olf Tammy Barr of Lampasas for DWI, and the arrest of Edward Manicom III of Tomball on a bond revocation.
Sunday’s blotter shows a theft in the 500 block of N. Spring St. at 1:51am. Later in the morning there was a reported theft in the 1700 block of CTE. Possession of drug paraphernalia was reported in the 1900 block of S. Key at 9:11pm and a reckless driver was reported in the 100 block of EE Ohnmeiss at 10:36pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for the weekend shows Kempner with reported disturbances, suspicious behavior, civil matters, and welfare checks. Out in the county there was an animal bite, a reported theft, civil matters, livestock and fish & game issues, alarm calls, medical calls and a noise complaint. Deputies went into Cove on an alarm call, a reported harassment, a shots fired call, reported criminal mischief, and an abandoned vehicle report.
The Lampasas Fire Dept. responded to a fire at midnight on Sunday. Fire Marshall Ronnie Withers stated it was an electrical fire, with damage only to the Breaker Box and no structural damage to the residence.
The Jail log for Saturday shows the arrest of a 25 year old Evant resident for possession of marijuana less than 2 oz.
The Jail Log for Sunday shows the arrest of 47 year olf Tammy Barr of Lampasas for DWI, and the arrest of Edward Manicom III of Tomball on a bond revocation.
District Court Notes
Lampasas Courthouse was the site of a 27th District Court Docket Call on Friday January 3rd. Presiding over the Court was 27th District Judge John Gauntt.
Altogether 12 cases were brought to the court. 9 of them involved men and 3 involved women. Max Castaneda of Lampasas and Brandon Bishop of Kempner, both scheduled to appear for possession of a controlled substance PG1 less than a gram, failed to appear and warrants were issued for their arrest.
There were 4 cases involving possession of a controlled substance less than a gram. There was one case of Theft under $2500 with 2 or more previous convictions, one forgery case, one fraud case and one case of credit/debit card abuse. There was one case for burglary of a habitation, one for aggravated assault causing serious bodily injury, one for engaging in organized criminal activity, and one for possession of child pornography.
Of the 12 cases presented to the court, 2 were settled with Diana Denson of Troy receiving 4 years probation plus a $1000 fine and court costs on the charge of forgery. Daniel Perez-Rodriguez of Austin receiving 5 years probation transferred to Travis county on the charge of fraudulent use/possession of identifying information less than 5 items.
The balance of the cases were reset or had trials set for a future date.
Altogether 12 cases were brought to the court. 9 of them involved men and 3 involved women. Max Castaneda of Lampasas and Brandon Bishop of Kempner, both scheduled to appear for possession of a controlled substance PG1 less than a gram, failed to appear and warrants were issued for their arrest.
There were 4 cases involving possession of a controlled substance less than a gram. There was one case of Theft under $2500 with 2 or more previous convictions, one forgery case, one fraud case and one case of credit/debit card abuse. There was one case for burglary of a habitation, one for aggravated assault causing serious bodily injury, one for engaging in organized criminal activity, and one for possession of child pornography.
Of the 12 cases presented to the court, 2 were settled with Diana Denson of Troy receiving 4 years probation plus a $1000 fine and court costs on the charge of forgery. Daniel Perez-Rodriguez of Austin receiving 5 years probation transferred to Travis county on the charge of fraudulent use/possession of identifying information less than 5 items.
The balance of the cases were reset or had trials set for a future date.
New Burn Ban in Effect
An updated Burn Ban is in Effect starting today. The text of the Burn Ban reads as follows:
“It is hereby Ordered that outdoor burning is restricted in all unincorporated area of the county for 90 days from the date of the previous order expired which was January 5, 2020 unless the restrictions are terminated earlier based on a determination made by the Texas Forest Service or this Court. This Order is in effect January 6 through April 5, 2020. This Order restricts outdoor burning as follows:
This order was adopted buy the Lampasas County Commissioners Court on the 23rd of December 2019
“It is hereby Ordered that outdoor burning is restricted in all unincorporated area of the county for 90 days from the date of the previous order expired which was January 5, 2020 unless the restrictions are terminated earlier based on a determination made by the Texas Forest Service or this Court. This Order is in effect January 6 through April 5, 2020. This Order restricts outdoor burning as follows:
- Outdoor Burning Banned. Unless an exception appears below, the use of combustible materials in an outdoor environment by any person is prohibited. Combustible materials include but are not limited to the use of all fireworks, burning of trash, brush and open campfires and materials used outdoors in activities that could result in a fire.
- Exceptions. This order does not prohibit the following outdoor activities:
- Barbeques using above ground grills in a safe area clear of debris
- Household Trash. Burning of household trash in a receptacle that is enclosed and covered with a mesh material with no mare than ¼ inch openings and supervised in a safe area clear of debris.
- Controlled burns necessary for the maintenance of existing and actively farmed hay fields with a defensible space around the burn area, presence of fire suppression tools, and person presence during the entire controlled burn.
- Authorized by TCEQ. This order does not prohibit outdoor burning activities related to public health an safety that are authorized by the TCEQ.
- Fireworks Show. This order does not prohibit an organized aerial display of fireworks conducted by an experienced pyrotechnician for a large audience where fire suppression equipment is present to prevent the spread of fire.
This order was adopted buy the Lampasas County Commissioners Court on the 23rd of December 2019
funeral/death notices
Willie Lee Vann, age 94 of Lampasas, was born June 15, 1925 in Belton, Texas to Leslie Lee and Ora Viola (Carpenter) Vann. He passed from this life on
January 4, 2020.
Lee was preceded in death by his parents, brothers; John Vann, Lynn Vann, and Dale Vann. Sister-in-law; Joan Vann. Brother-in-law; Louis Hill.
He is survived by his wife; Faydell of Lampasas. Sons; Leslie Vann and wife Melody of Decatur, Joe Vann and wife Amy of Burnet. Daughter; Judy Hail and husband Mike of Lampasas. Brother; Vaughn Vann of Lampasas. Sister; Fannie Mae Hill of Salad. Sister-in-laws; Lynette Vann of Evant, and Marianne Scarborough. Grandchildren; Miles Vann and wife Lyndsey, Vandi Nuckles and husband Jared, Kirby Phillips and husband Clay, Kleg Kennedy, Ellett Vann, Jonathan Hail and wife Kathryn, and Jake Hail. Great-grandsons; Logan Vann, Jayden Hail, and Colton Hail.
Vann attended Tennessee Valley and Belton schools graduating from Belton High School in May 1942. Vann’s family moved to Lampasas in 1942 when their land in Bell County was purchased by government in order to construct Lake Belton. In 1945, Vann attended John Tarleton Agricultural College.
In 1961, he married Velma Faydell Smith in Lampasas, and they enjoyed 58 years together. They worked together operating Vann Livestock Company for 35 years, buying and selling hogs, cattle, sheep, goats, horses, and farm equipment. Lee was an order buyer for Roeglein, Swift, Cudahy Packing, San Antonio Pack, and Bryant Foods in addition to numerous feedlots shipping livestock all over the United States and Mexico. Vann was a true agriculturist and was a self-employed farmer/rancher. This led to his involvement in the community serving on the Lampasas County Livestock Association and Lampasas County Farm Bureau Board of Directors. He was honored as Agriculturist of the Year by Lampasas Chamber of Commerce in 1990 and the Lampasas County Youth Livestock Show was dedicated to he and Faydell in 1993. At the show each year, an exhibitor is chosen as a recipient of the Lee Vann Sportsmanship Award. He was a strong supporter of youth and education and had acted as 4-H Adult Leader and FFA volunteer for many years. Vann was a Christian and a member of the First Street Church of Christ where he had served as a deacon. He also was a committee member for the West Texas Rehabilitation Center.
Visitation will be Tuesday, January 7 from 5-7 p.m. at Sneed Funeral Home, and a memorial service will be held Wednesday, January 8 at 10 a.m. at the First Street Church of Christ.
In lieu of flowers, families request memorials be made in Lee Vann’s honor:
Lampasas FFA Burnet FFA
2716 S. Hwy 281 1000 Green Mile
Lampasas, TX 7600 Burnet, TX 78611
Decatur FFA 1st Street Church of Christ
750 East Eagle Summit Dr. 201 W. 1st St.
Decatur, TX 76234 Lampasas, TX 76550
Louise Keeling, 103 of Lampasas died Saturday January 4 at Advent Health Rollins Brook She was born May 22, 1916 in Bertram, Texas to parents Harvey Ready Caskey and Lena (Kinchloe) Caskey. She grew up in Briggs area and attended Briggs schools. She graduated from Briggs High School and later attended cosmetology school and owned her own beauty shop in Liberty Hill. She married Harllee Ray Keeling and he preceded her in death in 2001. She was a member of Briggs Baptist Church. She was known for making the best chocolate pies. She is survived by 2 sons; Wendell Ray Keeling and Stanley Gene Keeling (Emily). Also by 4 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Louise was preceded in death by her parents, by 2 brothers, 2 sisters and her husband. Funeral service will be Tuesday January7 at 2pm at Briggs Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Prairie View Cemetery. Visitation is before the funeral. Sneed Funeral Chapel in charge of arrangements.
January 4, 2020.
Lee was preceded in death by his parents, brothers; John Vann, Lynn Vann, and Dale Vann. Sister-in-law; Joan Vann. Brother-in-law; Louis Hill.
He is survived by his wife; Faydell of Lampasas. Sons; Leslie Vann and wife Melody of Decatur, Joe Vann and wife Amy of Burnet. Daughter; Judy Hail and husband Mike of Lampasas. Brother; Vaughn Vann of Lampasas. Sister; Fannie Mae Hill of Salad. Sister-in-laws; Lynette Vann of Evant, and Marianne Scarborough. Grandchildren; Miles Vann and wife Lyndsey, Vandi Nuckles and husband Jared, Kirby Phillips and husband Clay, Kleg Kennedy, Ellett Vann, Jonathan Hail and wife Kathryn, and Jake Hail. Great-grandsons; Logan Vann, Jayden Hail, and Colton Hail.
Vann attended Tennessee Valley and Belton schools graduating from Belton High School in May 1942. Vann’s family moved to Lampasas in 1942 when their land in Bell County was purchased by government in order to construct Lake Belton. In 1945, Vann attended John Tarleton Agricultural College.
In 1961, he married Velma Faydell Smith in Lampasas, and they enjoyed 58 years together. They worked together operating Vann Livestock Company for 35 years, buying and selling hogs, cattle, sheep, goats, horses, and farm equipment. Lee was an order buyer for Roeglein, Swift, Cudahy Packing, San Antonio Pack, and Bryant Foods in addition to numerous feedlots shipping livestock all over the United States and Mexico. Vann was a true agriculturist and was a self-employed farmer/rancher. This led to his involvement in the community serving on the Lampasas County Livestock Association and Lampasas County Farm Bureau Board of Directors. He was honored as Agriculturist of the Year by Lampasas Chamber of Commerce in 1990 and the Lampasas County Youth Livestock Show was dedicated to he and Faydell in 1993. At the show each year, an exhibitor is chosen as a recipient of the Lee Vann Sportsmanship Award. He was a strong supporter of youth and education and had acted as 4-H Adult Leader and FFA volunteer for many years. Vann was a Christian and a member of the First Street Church of Christ where he had served as a deacon. He also was a committee member for the West Texas Rehabilitation Center.
Visitation will be Tuesday, January 7 from 5-7 p.m. at Sneed Funeral Home, and a memorial service will be held Wednesday, January 8 at 10 a.m. at the First Street Church of Christ.
In lieu of flowers, families request memorials be made in Lee Vann’s honor:
Lampasas FFA Burnet FFA
2716 S. Hwy 281 1000 Green Mile
Lampasas, TX 7600 Burnet, TX 78611
Decatur FFA 1st Street Church of Christ
750 East Eagle Summit Dr. 201 W. 1st St.
Decatur, TX 76234 Lampasas, TX 76550
Louise Keeling, 103 of Lampasas died Saturday January 4 at Advent Health Rollins Brook She was born May 22, 1916 in Bertram, Texas to parents Harvey Ready Caskey and Lena (Kinchloe) Caskey. She grew up in Briggs area and attended Briggs schools. She graduated from Briggs High School and later attended cosmetology school and owned her own beauty shop in Liberty Hill. She married Harllee Ray Keeling and he preceded her in death in 2001. She was a member of Briggs Baptist Church. She was known for making the best chocolate pies. She is survived by 2 sons; Wendell Ray Keeling and Stanley Gene Keeling (Emily). Also by 4 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Louise was preceded in death by her parents, by 2 brothers, 2 sisters and her husband. Funeral service will be Tuesday January7 at 2pm at Briggs Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Prairie View Cemetery. Visitation is before the funeral. Sneed Funeral Chapel in charge of arrangements.
