Local Area News and Weather
monday october 19, 2020
the weather
The High yesterday 89° The Low this morning 58°
The skies are cloudy this morning, with a cool front slowly making its way through the state. The forecasters say that the temperature forecast for today isn’t so simple, as some nearby areas will stay in the 50’s and others will be in the 80’s. Look for decreasing clouds tomorrow and temperatures to rebound, and above normal temperatures for Wednesday and Thursday.
Monday: Look for cloudy skies and a high temperature near 73°. Winds will be light form the N near 5 mph.
Tonight: Cloudy skies and a low temperature near 66°. Winds will be light from the SE.
Tuesday Cloudy in the morning with gradual clearing with a high near 84°. Winds will be S-SE at 5-10 mph gusting to 20 mph.
Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy skies overnight, and a low temperature near 67°. Winds will become S-SE at 5-10 mph.
Wednesday: Partly sunny with a high near 85° and
S-SE winds at 5-10 mph, with possible gusts of 20 mph.
Wednesday Night: Mostly clear with a low near 66°, and S-SE wind at 5-10 mph
The skies are cloudy this morning, with a cool front slowly making its way through the state. The forecasters say that the temperature forecast for today isn’t so simple, as some nearby areas will stay in the 50’s and others will be in the 80’s. Look for decreasing clouds tomorrow and temperatures to rebound, and above normal temperatures for Wednesday and Thursday.
Monday: Look for cloudy skies and a high temperature near 73°. Winds will be light form the N near 5 mph.
Tonight: Cloudy skies and a low temperature near 66°. Winds will be light from the SE.
Tuesday Cloudy in the morning with gradual clearing with a high near 84°. Winds will be S-SE at 5-10 mph gusting to 20 mph.
Tuesday Night: Partly cloudy skies overnight, and a low temperature near 67°. Winds will become S-SE at 5-10 mph.
Wednesday: Partly sunny with a high near 85° and
S-SE winds at 5-10 mph, with possible gusts of 20 mph.
Wednesday Night: Mostly clear with a low near 66°, and S-SE wind at 5-10 mph
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Saturday shows an early morning report of a disturbance in the 300 block of N. Hackberry at 1:13am. At 3:02am, Joshua Watkins, 37, of Lampasas was arrested in the 1900 block of Diamond Ridge Dr. for deadly conduct and unlawful carrying of a weapon.
The afternoon shows an assault in the 500 block of E. North Ave. at 12:27pm. Suspicious activity was reported in the 100 block of EE Ohnmeiss at 1:43pm, a criminal trespass was reported in the 200 block of S. Park St. at 3:15pm.
The evening shows a report of shots fired in the 100 block of S. Western St. at 9:05pm. Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Sunday shows suspicious activity in the 300 block of N. Ridge at 12:14am, then a noise disturbance in the 200 block of S. Ridge at 4:05am, and a reported runaway on Goldman St. at 7:14am.
The afternoon shows a reported theft in the 1700 block of CTE at 2:38pm. Later in the evening an assault was reported in the 500 block of N. Spring St at 8:20pm, then a domestic disturbance was reported in the 300 block of E. 4th St at 8:25pm. The 1100 block of Nix Rd. shows suspicious activity reported at 9:15pm, and a noise disturbance in the 100 block of E. Ave B at 9:29pm
The Lampasas County Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for the weekend shows Lometa with a report of an abandoned vehicle. In Kempner there was a shots fired call, civil matters, a reported runaway, livestock/animal issues, a stolen vehicle report, medical calls, and a suicidal person. Out in the county there was a welfare check, reported disturbances, a burglary, medical calls, and a reported DWI. Deputies went into Cove on a reported assault, a report of shots fired, and a medical call. Also on the call log for the weekend was a reported harassment from Fort Hood, and a welfare check in Goldthwaite.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of 21 year old Dennis Martinez of Lampasas for evading arrest w/vehicle, possession of a controlled substance PG1 less than a gram, and a probation violation.
The county-wide burn ban goes into effect today at 5pm.
The afternoon shows an assault in the 500 block of E. North Ave. at 12:27pm. Suspicious activity was reported in the 100 block of EE Ohnmeiss at 1:43pm, a criminal trespass was reported in the 200 block of S. Park St. at 3:15pm.
The evening shows a report of shots fired in the 100 block of S. Western St. at 9:05pm. Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Sunday shows suspicious activity in the 300 block of N. Ridge at 12:14am, then a noise disturbance in the 200 block of S. Ridge at 4:05am, and a reported runaway on Goldman St. at 7:14am.
The afternoon shows a reported theft in the 1700 block of CTE at 2:38pm. Later in the evening an assault was reported in the 500 block of N. Spring St at 8:20pm, then a domestic disturbance was reported in the 300 block of E. 4th St at 8:25pm. The 1100 block of Nix Rd. shows suspicious activity reported at 9:15pm, and a noise disturbance in the 100 block of E. Ave B at 9:29pm
The Lampasas County Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for the weekend shows Lometa with a report of an abandoned vehicle. In Kempner there was a shots fired call, civil matters, a reported runaway, livestock/animal issues, a stolen vehicle report, medical calls, and a suicidal person. Out in the county there was a welfare check, reported disturbances, a burglary, medical calls, and a reported DWI. Deputies went into Cove on a reported assault, a report of shots fired, and a medical call. Also on the call log for the weekend was a reported harassment from Fort Hood, and a welfare check in Goldthwaite.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of 21 year old Dennis Martinez of Lampasas for evading arrest w/vehicle, possession of a controlled substance PG1 less than a gram, and a probation violation.
The county-wide burn ban goes into effect today at 5pm.
lampasasradio.com
If you have logged on to the lampasasradio.com webpage lately, you have seen changes. KACQ and KCYL have been publishing videos of in-studio guests for a few weeks now, so if you miss the interview, it is available for viewing later at your
convenience.
With the onboarding of the streaming video feed of high school football games, came video commercials. Lampasas Radio’s Casey Chapman, (the one responsible for the awesome video commercials), (pic left with broadcast team Darrell Brooks and Kenny), is also doing a video news daily that includes a recap of what’s going on in our town as well as “inside the fold” for some of the classifieds. KACQ is also working in conjunction with the Lampasas Animal Shelter to promote pets for adoption.
Football sponsors were the first to see their commercials during the Badger home games, and many of our clients have seen positive results from the video commercials.
Lampasas Radio has packages for advertising that include on-the-air radio commercials, video commercials, and an ad in the Radiogram print publication. We will also customize a package that’s just right for your business.
You can send an email from the website, or call 512-556-6193.
As we continue to watch the Amazing Badgers, log in to our website and see if we can help you promote your local business.
convenience.
With the onboarding of the streaming video feed of high school football games, came video commercials. Lampasas Radio’s Casey Chapman, (the one responsible for the awesome video commercials), (pic left with broadcast team Darrell Brooks and Kenny), is also doing a video news daily that includes a recap of what’s going on in our town as well as “inside the fold” for some of the classifieds. KACQ is also working in conjunction with the Lampasas Animal Shelter to promote pets for adoption.
Football sponsors were the first to see their commercials during the Badger home games, and many of our clients have seen positive results from the video commercials.
Lampasas Radio has packages for advertising that include on-the-air radio commercials, video commercials, and an ad in the Radiogram print publication. We will also customize a package that’s just right for your business.
You can send an email from the website, or call 512-556-6193.
As we continue to watch the Amazing Badgers, log in to our website and see if we can help you promote your local business.
coronavirus update
In the State of Texas, 3,048 new cases were
reported yesterday, and 4,226 Texans are
hospitalized for Covid-19. We will have updated local numbers tomorrow.
reported yesterday, and 4,226 Texans are
hospitalized for Covid-19. We will have updated local numbers tomorrow.
From TxDot:
Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety
Fatalities from crashes involving
pedestrians are on the rise in Texas and now account for nearly one in five of all of the state’s traffic deaths. Last year, 668 people died in
pedestrian-related crashes in Texas, up by 5% from 2018, and more than 1,300 were seriously injured. Crashes involving
bicyclists in 2019 also claimed the lives of 68 people and
seriously injured 313. These numbers follow an alarming trend that has seen pedestrian and bicyclist fatalities increase over the last five years.
Safety officials attribute a primary cause of the increase to
people’s widespread failure to follow state laws designed to protect pedestrians and bicyclists.
To that end, TxDOT is kicking off a new public awareness campaign this month that urges all Texans to drive smart, walk smart and bike smart
No matter how Texans choose to travel, TxDOT wants them to know and follow state laws for safe driving, walking and biking. State laws mandate stopping for pedestrians in crosswalks, yielding the right of way to pedestrians and cyclists when turning, and passing cyclists at a safe distance and giving them room to ride.
Pedestrians should cross the street only at intersections and crosswalks, obey all traffic and crosswalk signals, and always use sidewalks when available. If there isn’t a sidewalk, pedestrians should walk on the left side of the street or road, facing oncoming traffic.
Like drivers, bicyclists are required to obey all traffic signs and signals, including stopping at red lights and stop signs. State laws also dictate that those who ride bicycles must use hand signals when turning or stopping, ride with traffic, use bike lanes or ride as near as possible to the right-hand curb, and when riding at night, make sure their bikes have a white light on the front and a red light or reflector on the back.
pedestrians are on the rise in Texas and now account for nearly one in five of all of the state’s traffic deaths. Last year, 668 people died in
pedestrian-related crashes in Texas, up by 5% from 2018, and more than 1,300 were seriously injured. Crashes involving
bicyclists in 2019 also claimed the lives of 68 people and
seriously injured 313. These numbers follow an alarming trend that has seen pedestrian and bicyclist fatalities increase over the last five years.
Safety officials attribute a primary cause of the increase to
people’s widespread failure to follow state laws designed to protect pedestrians and bicyclists.
To that end, TxDOT is kicking off a new public awareness campaign this month that urges all Texans to drive smart, walk smart and bike smart
No matter how Texans choose to travel, TxDOT wants them to know and follow state laws for safe driving, walking and biking. State laws mandate stopping for pedestrians in crosswalks, yielding the right of way to pedestrians and cyclists when turning, and passing cyclists at a safe distance and giving them room to ride.
Pedestrians should cross the street only at intersections and crosswalks, obey all traffic and crosswalk signals, and always use sidewalks when available. If there isn’t a sidewalk, pedestrians should walk on the left side of the street or road, facing oncoming traffic.
Like drivers, bicyclists are required to obey all traffic signs and signals, including stopping at red lights and stop signs. State laws also dictate that those who ride bicycles must use hand signals when turning or stopping, ride with traffic, use bike lanes or ride as near as possible to the right-hand curb, and when riding at night, make sure their bikes have a white light on the front and a red light or reflector on the back.
no parking on 281s
From the Lampasas Police Dept.
In an effort to safeguard against vehicle and pedestrian accidents along South Highway 281, Ordinance #1634 has been passed for no parking on either side of U.S. Highway 281 South from the intersection of West Tenth Street to the corporate city limits of Lampasas.
There is also an ordinance making its way through the City Council prohibiting anyone from crossing 281S from the light at Hancock Park south to the Lampasas County line.
In an effort to safeguard against vehicle and pedestrian accidents along South Highway 281, Ordinance #1634 has been passed for no parking on either side of U.S. Highway 281 South from the intersection of West Tenth Street to the corporate city limits of Lampasas.
There is also an ordinance making its way through the City Council prohibiting anyone from crossing 281S from the light at Hancock Park south to the Lampasas County line.
Saturday, October 17th, 2020
The Weather
The High Yesterday 71° The Low this Morning 45°
Today: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 80. Light south southeast wind becoming south 10 to 15 mph in the morning. Winds could gust as high as 25 mph.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66. South wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Sunday: Partly sunny, then gradually becoming sunny, with a high near 88. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Sunday night: Increasing clouds, with a low around 67. South wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Monday: Partly sunny, with a high near 85. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Monday Night; Partly cloudy, with a low around 63. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
Today: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 80. Light south southeast wind becoming south 10 to 15 mph in the morning. Winds could gust as high as 25 mph.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66. South wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Sunday: Partly sunny, then gradually becoming sunny, with a high near 88. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Sunday night: Increasing clouds, with a low around 67. South wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Monday: Partly sunny, with a high near 85. South wind 5 to 10 mph.
Monday Night; Partly cloudy, with a low around 63. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
The Coronavirus Report
Dr. Hay reached out to Lampasas Radio this morning and
Lampasas County is up to 394 cases with 33 active. The State of Texas reported 5,682 cases and 4,248 hospitalizations. The Lampasas ISD website shows an additional active case for Lampasas High School for a total of 4 active/16 recovered
students, and shows 0 active/recovered staff.
Dr. Hay reached out to Lampasas Radio this morning and
Lampasas County is up to 394 cases with 33 active. The State of Texas reported 5,682 cases and 4,248 hospitalizations. The Lampasas ISD website shows an additional active case for Lampasas High School for a total of 4 active/16 recovered
students, and shows 0 active/recovered staff.
Lampasas Radio Video Advertising
Lampasas Radio is happy to announce that we will now be
offering video advertisements! Our webpage has been
undergoing extensive updates to make it easier to read, as well as tailoring it to be user friendly and perfect for advertising. Users can now view interviews that staff has done with Finley
deGraffenried, or news broadcasts that are now being recorded Monday through Friday. In every news broadcast, the news and weather for that day is reported , as well as an “Inside the Fold” bit where the personal classifieds are read. We are now in cooperation with the animal shelter to do adoption promotions via video, as well as continuing Wednesday interviews with Finley deGraffenreid. If you are interested in advertising in both the radiogram and the webpage, that's possible as well. It is our
mission to provide the best advertising that we can, and
modernizing our approach to advertisements is the first step. Please join us in our journey to keep the city of Lampasas as well informed as we can, while helping you sell your unwanted items and promoting your local businesses.
offering video advertisements! Our webpage has been
undergoing extensive updates to make it easier to read, as well as tailoring it to be user friendly and perfect for advertising. Users can now view interviews that staff has done with Finley
deGraffenried, or news broadcasts that are now being recorded Monday through Friday. In every news broadcast, the news and weather for that day is reported , as well as an “Inside the Fold” bit where the personal classifieds are read. We are now in cooperation with the animal shelter to do adoption promotions via video, as well as continuing Wednesday interviews with Finley deGraffenreid. If you are interested in advertising in both the radiogram and the webpage, that's possible as well. It is our
mission to provide the best advertising that we can, and
modernizing our approach to advertisements is the first step. Please join us in our journey to keep the city of Lampasas as well informed as we can, while helping you sell your unwanted items and promoting your local businesses.
Badgers Bite Bulldogs 45-7
More of the same for this Badger team that has so far not seen any real threats to its dominant offense!
The weather was great for the Hwy 281 rivalry game with the Bulldogs. The green versus the blue always brings out the fans both ways. But, while it looked nip and tuck for most of the 1st quarter, the blue began to get into their grind late in the 1st with a 25 yard rushing TD by quarterback Ace Whitehead. With the 7 point lead under their belt, the Badger defense did their thing as Daxton Brookerson recovered a Burnet fumble. Ace Whitehead lined up his offense and immediately threw a 22 yard pass to
senior Lane Haviland for a TD.
The second quarter was a standoff, ending at 14-0.
The second half saw Lampasas kicking off to Burnet and holding their offense back, then getting the ball back and scoring again. Ace Whitehead threw a 44 yarder to senior receiver Michael Murray, jr. for a TD. The PAT by Whitehead was good and it was 21-0. A few minutes later Whitehead threw a 14 yarder to Haviland for a TD. The PAT that followed made it 28-0. It wasn’t long, still in the 3rd period, when Ace threw another one to Murray for a TD. This one went for 60 yards and another TD. The 3rd period ended 35-0 with the Bulldog defense weakening.
The Burnet offense did come alive as the 4th quarter began. A pass completion sent the Burnet receiver over the goal line for a TD and after the PAT it was 35-7.
Whitehead came right back with another TD pass, this one to Murray, for yet another TD. After a good PAT it was 42-7. The last Badger heroics was by Ace Whitehead. He kicked a 46 yard Field Goal! Yep, that’s what we said – a 46 yard Field Goal. It was an amazing way to cap off yet another big victory, 45-7, for this Badger team.
Next week, it’s LBJ Austin at Lampasas.
The weather was great for the Hwy 281 rivalry game with the Bulldogs. The green versus the blue always brings out the fans both ways. But, while it looked nip and tuck for most of the 1st quarter, the blue began to get into their grind late in the 1st with a 25 yard rushing TD by quarterback Ace Whitehead. With the 7 point lead under their belt, the Badger defense did their thing as Daxton Brookerson recovered a Burnet fumble. Ace Whitehead lined up his offense and immediately threw a 22 yard pass to
senior Lane Haviland for a TD.
The second quarter was a standoff, ending at 14-0.
The second half saw Lampasas kicking off to Burnet and holding their offense back, then getting the ball back and scoring again. Ace Whitehead threw a 44 yarder to senior receiver Michael Murray, jr. for a TD. The PAT by Whitehead was good and it was 21-0. A few minutes later Whitehead threw a 14 yarder to Haviland for a TD. The PAT that followed made it 28-0. It wasn’t long, still in the 3rd period, when Ace threw another one to Murray for a TD. This one went for 60 yards and another TD. The 3rd period ended 35-0 with the Bulldog defense weakening.
The Burnet offense did come alive as the 4th quarter began. A pass completion sent the Burnet receiver over the goal line for a TD and after the PAT it was 35-7.
Whitehead came right back with another TD pass, this one to Murray, for yet another TD. After a good PAT it was 42-7. The last Badger heroics was by Ace Whitehead. He kicked a 46 yard Field Goal! Yep, that’s what we said – a 46 yard Field Goal. It was an amazing way to cap off yet another big victory, 45-7, for this Badger team.
Next week, it’s LBJ Austin at Lampasas.
The Blotter
The Lampasas Police Department blotter for Friday shows a reported criminal mischief in the 2700 block of S. US Hwy. 281 around 8:30 AM. A disturbance was reported shortly after, in the 600 block of E. Ave. F at 8:45 AM.
Later in the afternoon, a domestic disturbance was reported in the 300 block of S. Walnut St. At 2:27 PM, with another
reported just a little over an hour later, also in the 300 block of S. Walnut St. A criminal mischief reported in the 600 block of S. Race St. at 4:19 PM was followed by a reported theft in the 500 block of N. Porter St. at 5:29 PM.
Getting further into the evening, harassment was reported in the 400 block of N. Key Ave. at 6:45 PM. About an hour later, possession of drug paraphernalia was reported in the 300 block of S. Walnut St.
A drunk driver was reported in the 300 block of S. US Hwy. 281 at 8:39 PM, followed shortly after by possession of drug paraphernalia in the 100 block of W. North Ave. at 9:08 PM. At 9:23 PM, suspicious activity was reported in the 600 block of S. Willis St. at 9:23 PM.
The day ended with a Burglary of Motor Vehicle reported in the 1000 block of W. 1st St. at 11:05 PM and one arrest made at 11:16 PM. Oscar Sanchez, white/male, 22, from Granite Shoals, was arrested in the 900 block of S. Key Ave. for
driving while intoxicated.
The Burn Ban has been lifted until October 19th, however, with gusty winds please use caution if you burn!
Later in the afternoon, a domestic disturbance was reported in the 300 block of S. Walnut St. At 2:27 PM, with another
reported just a little over an hour later, also in the 300 block of S. Walnut St. A criminal mischief reported in the 600 block of S. Race St. at 4:19 PM was followed by a reported theft in the 500 block of N. Porter St. at 5:29 PM.
Getting further into the evening, harassment was reported in the 400 block of N. Key Ave. at 6:45 PM. About an hour later, possession of drug paraphernalia was reported in the 300 block of S. Walnut St.
A drunk driver was reported in the 300 block of S. US Hwy. 281 at 8:39 PM, followed shortly after by possession of drug paraphernalia in the 100 block of W. North Ave. at 9:08 PM. At 9:23 PM, suspicious activity was reported in the 600 block of S. Willis St. at 9:23 PM.
The day ended with a Burglary of Motor Vehicle reported in the 1000 block of W. 1st St. at 11:05 PM and one arrest made at 11:16 PM. Oscar Sanchez, white/male, 22, from Granite Shoals, was arrested in the 900 block of S. Key Ave. for
driving while intoxicated.
The Burn Ban has been lifted until October 19th, however, with gusty winds please use caution if you burn!
Sports
Sports
Coach Troy Rogers’ Badgers win game number 5 and get ready for LBJ next week.
Around the District and Area
Here’s what happened last night in our district’s conference
action.
Fredericksburg is 4-3 overall, 0-2 in district, after a big loss to LBJ.
Burnet is 4-3 overall, 1-1 in district, after losing to Lampasas last night.
Canyon Lake is 3-4 overall, 1-1 in district, after edging out Taylor 2-0 last night.
Taylor lost again, making them 0-7 overall and 0-2 in district after losing to Canyon Lake.
LBJ Austin is 3-1 overall, 2-0 in district, after their big 35-13 win over Fredericksburg last night.
The Lometa Hornets won big over Zephyr, 53-7 last night in 6 man football. That makes Lometa 6-1 overall and 1-0 in district play. Their other district opponents include Evant and Jonesboro. Lometa will play Evant, their traditional big rival, next week in Lometa.
San Saba’s Armadillos are doing it again, 5-1 overall and 2-0 in district. Last night they ran over Winters, 49-0.
It started slow with the 1st TD coming late in the 1st quarter as Stone Sears ran in a 4 yarder. With 9 minutes left in the 2nd, Justin Yarbrough ran in a 1 yarder making it 14-0. Late in the half Yarbrough ran in a 10 yarder and then missed the PAT. The half ended 20-0 San Saba, and it was all San Saba in the 2nd half too.
Next week the Armadillos will meet De Leon, who is having a rough year with a 1-6 record.
Coach Troy Rogers’ Badgers win game number 5 and get ready for LBJ next week.
Around the District and Area
Here’s what happened last night in our district’s conference
action.
Fredericksburg is 4-3 overall, 0-2 in district, after a big loss to LBJ.
Burnet is 4-3 overall, 1-1 in district, after losing to Lampasas last night.
Canyon Lake is 3-4 overall, 1-1 in district, after edging out Taylor 2-0 last night.
Taylor lost again, making them 0-7 overall and 0-2 in district after losing to Canyon Lake.
LBJ Austin is 3-1 overall, 2-0 in district, after their big 35-13 win over Fredericksburg last night.
The Lometa Hornets won big over Zephyr, 53-7 last night in 6 man football. That makes Lometa 6-1 overall and 1-0 in district play. Their other district opponents include Evant and Jonesboro. Lometa will play Evant, their traditional big rival, next week in Lometa.
San Saba’s Armadillos are doing it again, 5-1 overall and 2-0 in district. Last night they ran over Winters, 49-0.
It started slow with the 1st TD coming late in the 1st quarter as Stone Sears ran in a 4 yarder. With 9 minutes left in the 2nd, Justin Yarbrough ran in a 1 yarder making it 14-0. Late in the half Yarbrough ran in a 10 yarder and then missed the PAT. The half ended 20-0 San Saba, and it was all San Saba in the 2nd half too.
Next week the Armadillos will meet De Leon, who is having a rough year with a 1-6 record.
friday october 16, 2020
the weather
The High yesterday 79° The Low this morning 53°
The forecasters say we should see clearing through the morning and expect mostly sunny skies through this evening. The wind will gradually shift east and weaken. Tonight will be cool with our area in the upper 40’s to low 50’s. Look for more seasonable temperatures next week as a warming trend is expected.
Today: Gradual clearing then sunny and a high near 72°. Wind will be NE at 10-15 mph, gusting to 20 mph.
Tonight: Look for increasing clouds and a low near 50°, with wind becoming light and variable.
Saturday: Cloudy with gradual clearing and a high temperature near 79º. Winds will be from the S increasing to 10-15 mph in the afternoon with possible gusts of 25 mph.
Saturday night: Look for partly cloudy skies with a low near 65°. The south wind continues at 10-15 mph gusting to 20 mph.
Sunday: Sunny with a high near 87°. The blustery wind continues from the south at 10-15 mph with possible gusts as high as 25 mph.
Sunday Night; Mostly clear and 61°.Winds will be south at 5-10 mph.
The forecasters say we should see clearing through the morning and expect mostly sunny skies through this evening. The wind will gradually shift east and weaken. Tonight will be cool with our area in the upper 40’s to low 50’s. Look for more seasonable temperatures next week as a warming trend is expected.
Today: Gradual clearing then sunny and a high near 72°. Wind will be NE at 10-15 mph, gusting to 20 mph.
Tonight: Look for increasing clouds and a low near 50°, with wind becoming light and variable.
Saturday: Cloudy with gradual clearing and a high temperature near 79º. Winds will be from the S increasing to 10-15 mph in the afternoon with possible gusts of 25 mph.
Saturday night: Look for partly cloudy skies with a low near 65°. The south wind continues at 10-15 mph gusting to 20 mph.
Sunday: Sunny with a high near 87°. The blustery wind continues from the south at 10-15 mph with possible gusts as high as 25 mph.
Sunday Night; Mostly clear and 61°.Winds will be south at 5-10 mph.
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Thursday shows a burglary of a habitation reported at 6:22am in the 300 block of N. Park St. The 8 o’clock hour saw 2 arrests as 21 year old Samuel Rodriguez of Lampasas was arrested in the 500 block of E. Ave F at 8:29am for criminal trespass of a habitation, possession of dangerous drugs, and possession of marijuana less than 2 oz. in a drug free zone. Also arrested at that time and location was 19 year old Maximus Rodriruez of Waco for criminal trespass of a habitation. The afternoon shows a missing person reported in the 300 block of E. 4th St. at 12:55pm. A major accident took place at the intersection of W. 6th and Ridge St. at 4:55pm with one person injured.
Lampasas Sheriff’s blotter for Thursday shows Lometa with a welfare check. In Kempner, officers dealt with reports of suspicious activity, livestock/animal issues, reported disturbances, a reported criminal mischief, a noise complaint and a request for extra patrol. Out in the county there were livestock/animal issues, and a medical call. Deputies went into Cove on a report of suspicious
behavior and a medical call.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of John Lockhart, 18, of Lampasas on 2 counts of indecency with a child/sexual contact.
Lampasas Sheriff’s blotter for Thursday shows Lometa with a welfare check. In Kempner, officers dealt with reports of suspicious activity, livestock/animal issues, reported disturbances, a reported criminal mischief, a noise complaint and a request for extra patrol. Out in the county there were livestock/animal issues, and a medical call. Deputies went into Cove on a report of suspicious
behavior and a medical call.
The Jail Log shows the arrest of John Lockhart, 18, of Lampasas on 2 counts of indecency with a child/sexual contact.
It’s Friday !
What’s Goin’ on?
The 281 Rivalry
The Badgers vs. The Bulldogs
The amazing Lampasas Badgers Varsity Football team
(4-0/1-0)will be traveling down 281 this afternoon to take on the (4-2/1-0) Burnet Bulldogs. The Bulldogs are coming off of
2 wins, 42-21 over Robinson and 21-6 over district rival
Fredericksburg. Last week the Bulldog quarterback Jaxson Denton was 12/23,172 yards and 3 touchdowns. Don’t count them out on rushing, though; Denton had 14 carries for 58 yards last week. It seems he likes to connect with 6’3” Junior Devonte Miller, who had 6 receptions for 140 yards and 3 touchdowns. What we found interesting is that Burnet was behind 6-0 at the half. The Bulldogs are very strong in the 3rd & 4th quarters.
For those who can’t make it to the game or did not get tickets, you can follow the play by play on KACQ 101.9 and KCYL 1450am, and unless AT&T has another glitch, we will be at lampasasradio.com/listen live.
(You may not recognize our website as we are updating it, and are now doing video news, as well as weekly reports from the animal shelter that are uploaded to the website.)
The link for the live stream of the game can be found at the Lampasas ISD Athletics social media pages.
Go Badgers!
Lady Badger Volleyball
Lady Badger hosts Brownwood this evening at the Lampasas High School Gym. This will also be senior night for the team, and the last regular season home game.
Lometa ISD
The Lometa Hornets (5-1/0-0) travel to Zephyr
(1-5/0-0) this evening to take on the Bulldogs. The Hornets are coming off a big 53-0 win against
Paint Rock.
The Badgers vs. The Bulldogs
The amazing Lampasas Badgers Varsity Football team
(4-0/1-0)will be traveling down 281 this afternoon to take on the (4-2/1-0) Burnet Bulldogs. The Bulldogs are coming off of
2 wins, 42-21 over Robinson and 21-6 over district rival
Fredericksburg. Last week the Bulldog quarterback Jaxson Denton was 12/23,172 yards and 3 touchdowns. Don’t count them out on rushing, though; Denton had 14 carries for 58 yards last week. It seems he likes to connect with 6’3” Junior Devonte Miller, who had 6 receptions for 140 yards and 3 touchdowns. What we found interesting is that Burnet was behind 6-0 at the half. The Bulldogs are very strong in the 3rd & 4th quarters.
For those who can’t make it to the game or did not get tickets, you can follow the play by play on KACQ 101.9 and KCYL 1450am, and unless AT&T has another glitch, we will be at lampasasradio.com/listen live.
(You may not recognize our website as we are updating it, and are now doing video news, as well as weekly reports from the animal shelter that are uploaded to the website.)
The link for the live stream of the game can be found at the Lampasas ISD Athletics social media pages.
Go Badgers!
Lady Badger Volleyball
Lady Badger hosts Brownwood this evening at the Lampasas High School Gym. This will also be senior night for the team, and the last regular season home game.
Lometa ISD
The Lometa Hornets (5-1/0-0) travel to Zephyr
(1-5/0-0) this evening to take on the Bulldogs. The Hornets are coming off a big 53-0 win against
Paint Rock.
coronavirus update
Dr. Hay reached out to Lampasas Radio this morning and Lampasas County is up to 385 cases with 31 active. The State of Texas reported 4,615 new cases and 4,263 Texans are hospitalized for the Coronavirus. The Lampasas ISD website shows an additional active case for Lampasas High School for a total of 4 active/16 recovered
students, and shows 0 active/recovered staff.
students, and shows 0 active/recovered staff.
early voting
Lampasas County Elections Office shared that 783 residents voted in person yesterday for a total of 2330 in-person voters. The Elections office has received 454 ballots by mail for a total of 2784 ballots.
In our studios
Sgt. Bryan Washko (right) of Texas DPS was in our studios Thursday morning for his regular ‘Trooper Talk’. He and Ken Gontarek, our morning DJ covered a variety of subjects.
They spoke of how DPS is handling the Covid crisis, and Sgt. Wasko shared that DPS tests every employee once a month. All 7000 of them. He is responsible for coordinating those tests, and shared that there has not been a high number of positive cases and most of those are asymptomatic. Most DPS troopers are alone in their vehicle, so social distancing is easier, and they also use personal protective equipment if needed.
Since Texas is still under a Disaster Declaration, driver’s licenses and registrations are legally exempt until 60 days after we no longer have a disaster declaration. However, if you do want to renew your license, you can go online to make an appointment. They are only doing drivers licenses by appointment. The website if txdpsscheduler.com. Car registrations are also exempt, in that you will not receive a citation for expired registration or license at this time.
Sgt. Washko also shared that October is National School Bus Safety Month, and National School Bus Safety week is next week October 19-23. He reminds us that school buses carry precious cargo, and that children are 70 times safer on a bus than in a car. Troopers at times will ride on buses that have issues with cars passing them, with a follow car assisting.
Vehicles have to stop for a school bus with the exception of a grass or concrete median separating the directional lanes. A ticket for passing a school bus with lights flashing/stop sign out is $1250-$2000.
They spoke of how DPS is handling the Covid crisis, and Sgt. Wasko shared that DPS tests every employee once a month. All 7000 of them. He is responsible for coordinating those tests, and shared that there has not been a high number of positive cases and most of those are asymptomatic. Most DPS troopers are alone in their vehicle, so social distancing is easier, and they also use personal protective equipment if needed.
Since Texas is still under a Disaster Declaration, driver’s licenses and registrations are legally exempt until 60 days after we no longer have a disaster declaration. However, if you do want to renew your license, you can go online to make an appointment. They are only doing drivers licenses by appointment. The website if txdpsscheduler.com. Car registrations are also exempt, in that you will not receive a citation for expired registration or license at this time.
Sgt. Washko also shared that October is National School Bus Safety Month, and National School Bus Safety week is next week October 19-23. He reminds us that school buses carry precious cargo, and that children are 70 times safer on a bus than in a car. Troopers at times will ride on buses that have issues with cars passing them, with a follow car assisting.
Vehicles have to stop for a school bus with the exception of a grass or concrete median separating the directional lanes. A ticket for passing a school bus with lights flashing/stop sign out is $1250-$2000.
thursday october 15, 2020
the weather
The high yesterday 90° This morning’s low 69°
A strong cold front is expected in Central Texas later this morning, bringing a noticeable wind change and possibly some cloud cover. The forecaster expect it to be in our area around 11am , and sustained winds are expected to be near 20 mph, gusting to 30 mph. Gusty winds are expected to stay with us into the evening, but may decrease later in the night. Tomorrow expect a light breeze form the north, and highs in the upper 60’s to low 70’s. Next week’s models show various possibilities, but look for slightly above normal temperatures for much of the week.
Today: Mostly sunny with a high temperature near 77°. Winds will be from the W at 5-10 mph, then shift N at 10-15 gusting to 25 this afternoon.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 53° . Winds will be NE at 10-20 mph gusting to 25 mph.
Friday: Mostly sunny a high near 72°. The wind will be from the E-NE at 10-15 mph with possible gusts of 20 mph.
Overnight Friday: Mostly clear with a low near 52°. The wind will become calm.
Saturday: Mostly sunny with high temperatures near 80°. Winds will be S-SE at 10-15 mph with possible gusts of 20 mph.
Saturday night: Look for mostly clear skies and a low near 65°, with S winds at 10-15 mph gusting to 20 mph.
A strong cold front is expected in Central Texas later this morning, bringing a noticeable wind change and possibly some cloud cover. The forecaster expect it to be in our area around 11am , and sustained winds are expected to be near 20 mph, gusting to 30 mph. Gusty winds are expected to stay with us into the evening, but may decrease later in the night. Tomorrow expect a light breeze form the north, and highs in the upper 60’s to low 70’s. Next week’s models show various possibilities, but look for slightly above normal temperatures for much of the week.
Today: Mostly sunny with a high temperature near 77°. Winds will be from the W at 5-10 mph, then shift N at 10-15 gusting to 25 this afternoon.
Tonight: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 53° . Winds will be NE at 10-20 mph gusting to 25 mph.
Friday: Mostly sunny a high near 72°. The wind will be from the E-NE at 10-15 mph with possible gusts of 20 mph.
Overnight Friday: Mostly clear with a low near 52°. The wind will become calm.
Saturday: Mostly sunny with high temperatures near 80°. Winds will be S-SE at 10-15 mph with possible gusts of 20 mph.
Saturday night: Look for mostly clear skies and a low near 65°, with S winds at 10-15 mph gusting to 20 mph.
the blotter
Lampasas Police blotter for Wednesday shows a report of possession of a controlled substance in the 2700 block of 281S at 10:16am. There were 2 reported harassments, one in the 300 block of E. 1st St. at 2:56pm and one in the 700 block of Dent St. at 7:39pm.
The Lampasas County Sheriff’s Blotter for Wednesday shows a fairly quiet day with Kempner seeing a shots fired call early in the morning, animal issues, a reported theft, a mental health/suicidal person call, a report of lost and found property and reports of suspicious activity. Out in the county, there was a noise complaint just after midnight, an accident, reports of suspicious activity, medical calls, and civil matters. Deputies went into Cove on an alarm call, a reported disturbance and an accident.
The Lampasas County Sheriff’s Blotter for Wednesday shows a fairly quiet day with Kempner seeing a shots fired call early in the morning, animal issues, a reported theft, a mental health/suicidal person call, a report of lost and found property and reports of suspicious activity. Out in the county, there was a noise complaint just after midnight, an accident, reports of suspicious activity, medical calls, and civil matters. Deputies went into Cove on an alarm call, a reported disturbance and an accident.
Lampasas ISD Chosen for Quick Covid Pilot Test
Dr. Chane Rascoe shared the following with Lampasas Radio this morning: “We are planning to partner with our local clinic to allow rapid testing given at the clinic to all symptomatic students and/or staff. Biggest benefit to the district, clinic, and
community will be making rapid testing available for free
locally. Currently, parents and staff must go out of town to have a rapid test. Testing locally will also increase efficiency of
notification to Dr. Hay to start contact tracing sooner. Currently, there are significant delays in this process.
As a part of the pilot, asymptomatic testing of staff will be
offered, but it is volunteer only. We plan to have the first one Monday at the high school.”
From Governor Abbott:
Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Education Agency (TEA), and the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) today announced the creation of a COVID-19 Rapid Testing Pilot Program for Texas school systems. This program will help schools conduct rapid tests of district employees and students — with the written permission of their parents — to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 on campuses. Through this pilot program, TDEM will provide participating school systems with
COVID-19 rapid antigen tests that will be administered to students, teachers, and staff who choose to participate. Schools enrolled in the program will also receive personal protective equipment (PPE) to safely administer the rapid tests, which
produce reliable results within 15 minutes.
"Thank you to the U.S. Department of Health and Human
Services for providing these advanced antigen tests to the State of Texas. This rapid testing pilot program will be an effective strategy to protect the health and safety of students and staff while helping to further ensure that Texas students have access to a quality education throughout the pandemic and beyond."
Participating school systems include:
Bob Hope School (Port Arthur), Fabens ISD, Grace Community School (Tyler), Granger ISD, Lampasas ISD, Longview ISD, Harlingen Consolidated ISD, Ysleta ISD
community will be making rapid testing available for free
locally. Currently, parents and staff must go out of town to have a rapid test. Testing locally will also increase efficiency of
notification to Dr. Hay to start contact tracing sooner. Currently, there are significant delays in this process.
As a part of the pilot, asymptomatic testing of staff will be
offered, but it is volunteer only. We plan to have the first one Monday at the high school.”
From Governor Abbott:
Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Education Agency (TEA), and the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) today announced the creation of a COVID-19 Rapid Testing Pilot Program for Texas school systems. This program will help schools conduct rapid tests of district employees and students — with the written permission of their parents — to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 on campuses. Through this pilot program, TDEM will provide participating school systems with
COVID-19 rapid antigen tests that will be administered to students, teachers, and staff who choose to participate. Schools enrolled in the program will also receive personal protective equipment (PPE) to safely administer the rapid tests, which
produce reliable results within 15 minutes.
"Thank you to the U.S. Department of Health and Human
Services for providing these advanced antigen tests to the State of Texas. This rapid testing pilot program will be an effective strategy to protect the health and safety of students and staff while helping to further ensure that Texas students have access to a quality education throughout the pandemic and beyond."
Participating school systems include:
Bob Hope School (Port Arthur), Fabens ISD, Grace Community School (Tyler), Granger ISD, Lampasas ISD, Longview ISD, Harlingen Consolidated ISD, Ysleta ISD
coronavirus report
Lampasas Radio hears from Dr. Georgia Hay that Lampasas county now has 385 total cases with 34 active with one older patient in their 80’s in the hospital. The State of Texas reported 4,564 new cases yesterday, with 4,131 Texans hospitalized for
coronavirus
The Lampasas ISD website has updated data for Covid-19 on a campus-by-campus basis. It shows as of yesterday; Hanna Springs Elementary with 0 active/2 recovered students and
0 active/3 recovered staff; Kline Whitis Elementary has
0 active/1 recovered student and 0 active/recovered staff; Taylor Creek Elementary has 0 active/recovered students and 1 active/0 recovered staff; Lampasas Middle School has 0 active/2
recovered students and 0 active/1 recovered staff; Lampasas High School has 5 Active/15 recovered students and
0 active /0 recovered staff.
coronavirus
The Lampasas ISD website has updated data for Covid-19 on a campus-by-campus basis. It shows as of yesterday; Hanna Springs Elementary with 0 active/2 recovered students and
0 active/3 recovered staff; Kline Whitis Elementary has
0 active/1 recovered student and 0 active/recovered staff; Taylor Creek Elementary has 0 active/recovered students and 1 active/0 recovered staff; Lampasas Middle School has 0 active/2
recovered students and 0 active/1 recovered staff; Lampasas High School has 5 Active/15 recovered students and
0 active /0 recovered staff.
early voting
The Lampasas County Elections Office tells Lampasas Radio that 751 residents voted yesterday bringing the total in-person early voting to 1,549. The total mail-in ballots are 387
the market report
Lampasas Cattle Auction’s weekly sale took place Wednesday and 490 head were on hand, down from the 679 head of the last sale a week ago, and up from the 335 head a year ago at this time.
Feeder Steers & Heifers were $3-$5 lower.
Slaughter cows were steady and slaughter bulls were steady-$2 lower.
Feeder Steers Feeder Heifers
200-300lbs No Test 200-300lbs No Test
300-400lbs $1.30-$1.80/lb 300-400lbs $1.21-$1.56/lb
400-500lbs $1.22-$1.56/lb 400-500lbs $1.17-$1.31/lb
500-600lbs $1.10-$1.36/lb 500-600lbs $1.06-$1.20/lb
600-700lbs $1.08-$1.30/lb 600-700lbs $1.09-$1.21/lb
700-800lbs $0.90-$1.05/lb 700-800lbs $0.88-$1.09/lb
Slaughter Cows Slaughter Bulls
Under 800lb $.10-S.20/lb 1000-1300lbs No Test
800-1100lb $.30-$.45/lb 1300-2100lbs $.67-$.78/lb
1100-1300lb $.44-$.57/lb Replacements No Test
Bred Replacement Cows
Baby Tooth to 5yr old- $600-$1000/Hd
Solid Mouth- $500-$850/Hd
Feeder Steers & Heifers were $3-$5 lower.
Slaughter cows were steady and slaughter bulls were steady-$2 lower.
Feeder Steers Feeder Heifers
200-300lbs No Test 200-300lbs No Test
300-400lbs $1.30-$1.80/lb 300-400lbs $1.21-$1.56/lb
400-500lbs $1.22-$1.56/lb 400-500lbs $1.17-$1.31/lb
500-600lbs $1.10-$1.36/lb 500-600lbs $1.06-$1.20/lb
600-700lbs $1.08-$1.30/lb 600-700lbs $1.09-$1.21/lb
700-800lbs $0.90-$1.05/lb 700-800lbs $0.88-$1.09/lb
Slaughter Cows Slaughter Bulls
Under 800lb $.10-S.20/lb 1000-1300lbs No Test
800-1100lb $.30-$.45/lb 1300-2100lbs $.67-$.78/lb
1100-1300lb $.44-$.57/lb Replacements No Test
Bred Replacement Cows
Baby Tooth to 5yr old- $600-$1000/Hd
Solid Mouth- $500-$850/Hd
Wednesday October 14, 2020
the weather
The High yesterday 83° The Low this morning 57°
The forecasters say we are looking at a warm and windy with low humidity and elevated fire danger in areas to the west. A cold front is expected to move through the area tomorrow, bringing a noticeable wind shift, but not until temperatures top out in the 80’s
Today: Sunny with a high near 91º this afternoon. The wind will be S-SW at 5-10 mph increasing to 10-15 mph in the afternoon.
Tonight: Mostly clear skies and the low will get down to 67° by morning. Winds will be S at 5-10 mph gusting to 20 mph.
Thursday: Mostly sunny with the temperature topping out at near 82°. Winds will be S at 5-15 mph shifting N in the afternoon. Winds could gust to 20 mph.
Thursday Night: Clouds will be on the increase with the temperature dropping to 53º or so. The wind will be N-NE near 15 mph gusting to 25 mph.
Friday: Mostly sunny and a high near 69°. Winds will be NE at 10-15 mph gusting to 25 mph.
Friday Night: Mostly clear skies and a low near 49°. Winds will become light from the E-NE becoming calm
The forecasters say we are looking at a warm and windy with low humidity and elevated fire danger in areas to the west. A cold front is expected to move through the area tomorrow, bringing a noticeable wind shift, but not until temperatures top out in the 80’s
Today: Sunny with a high near 91º this afternoon. The wind will be S-SW at 5-10 mph increasing to 10-15 mph in the afternoon.
Tonight: Mostly clear skies and the low will get down to 67° by morning. Winds will be S at 5-10 mph gusting to 20 mph.
Thursday: Mostly sunny with the temperature topping out at near 82°. Winds will be S at 5-15 mph shifting N in the afternoon. Winds could gust to 20 mph.
Thursday Night: Clouds will be on the increase with the temperature dropping to 53º or so. The wind will be N-NE near 15 mph gusting to 25 mph.
Friday: Mostly sunny and a high near 69°. Winds will be NE at 10-15 mph gusting to 25 mph.
Friday Night: Mostly clear skies and a low near 49°. Winds will become light from the E-NE becoming calm
the blotter
Lampasas Police Dept. blotter for Tuesday shows a suspicious person reported in the 300 block of E. 4th St. at 9:41am. The afternoon shows a reported theft in the 400 block of S. Race St. at 2:32pm, then a disturbance in the 700 block of S. Broad at 2:39pm. The 4 o’clock hour saw the arrest of 23 year old Noel Graves-Medina in the 800 block of N. Key for DWI, Injury of Elderly, Possession of controlled substance PG2 (THC) less than a gram, criminal mischief $100-$700 and resisting arrest/search/transport x2 at 4:20pm. There was a reported harassment in the 1200 block of E. Ave F at 5:38pm. The evening shows a reported theft in the 500 block of N. Key at 9:13pm and a domestic disturbance on Castleberry St. at 11:39pm.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Tuesday shows Lometa with an animal issue, an accident and a suicidal person. Kempner shows reported threats, reported disturbances, a theft, animal issues, welfare checks, a stolen vehicle, medical calls, and a shots fired call. Out in the county there were civil matters, reported disturbances, a theft, a noise complaint, an accident and reports of suspicious activity.. Deputies went into Cove to tend to livestock issues, a reported harassment and a civil matter.
The Jail Log for Tuesday shows 3 DWI arrests; Eric Donovan, 39, of Lampasas, Kolby Hesbrook, 26, of Lometa, and Maria Michel, 35, of Copperas Cove. There were 2 arrests for possession of marijuana less than 2 oz.; Kashanda Haze, 47, of Coppell, and Collin Hughes, 19, of Temple. Danny Minshew, 51, of Bangs was arrested for possession of a controlled substance PG 1 less than a gram.
The Sheriff’s Dept. Blotter for Tuesday shows Lometa with an animal issue, an accident and a suicidal person. Kempner shows reported threats, reported disturbances, a theft, animal issues, welfare checks, a stolen vehicle, medical calls, and a shots fired call. Out in the county there were civil matters, reported disturbances, a theft, a noise complaint, an accident and reports of suspicious activity.. Deputies went into Cove to tend to livestock issues, a reported harassment and a civil matter.
The Jail Log for Tuesday shows 3 DWI arrests; Eric Donovan, 39, of Lampasas, Kolby Hesbrook, 26, of Lometa, and Maria Michel, 35, of Copperas Cove. There were 2 arrests for possession of marijuana less than 2 oz.; Kashanda Haze, 47, of Coppell, and Collin Hughes, 19, of Temple. Danny Minshew, 51, of Bangs was arrested for possession of a controlled substance PG 1 less than a gram.
city manager notes
Lampasas City Manger Finley de Graffenried was in
Lampasas Radio studios this morning for his weekly visit with Ronnie Witcher.
The first thing discussed was the increase in Covid-19 cases in Lampasas County. Mr. de Graffenreid explained that a number of these cases were in multi-generational homes. At last count, we had 39 cases and 1 in the hospital. They spoke about the re-opening of bars, and the City Manager believes that this will impact about half a dozen businesses in the Lampasas area.
Mr. Witcher questioned the City Manager about the vacating of an alleyway and the combining of 7 lots in the area of 1003 S. Key Ave., which was the Aaron’s building, plus the vacated alleyway. Obviously someone is putting a piece of land
together, and Mr. de Graffenreid hinted that it is a restaurant. If there are city utilities in the aforementioned alleyway, they will have to be checked and possibly dug up.
Drive-in movies are possibly going to be offered to residents, since the Movie-in-the-Park are no longer offered.
Mr. de Graffenreid also spoke about the issue of pedestrian crossing on 281 S. in the Putters-n-Gutters area. The issue of parking on 281 was addressed in a previous meeting. There are no plans for more lights, or walkways being built. The City
Managers said residents will have to go to Naruna Rd. to cross 281S.
The pavilion at Campbell Park will be about 5000-6000 sq. ft., similar to the pavilion at Hancock Park.
Also, new internet companies are coming to town. This may create an issue of having too many lines on a utility pole. If this happens, according to the city, the company will have to absorb the cost of a new utility pole.
Mike Blair would like to thank everyone for their patience on W. Ave E during the construction.
Lampasas Radio studios this morning for his weekly visit with Ronnie Witcher.
The first thing discussed was the increase in Covid-19 cases in Lampasas County. Mr. de Graffenreid explained that a number of these cases were in multi-generational homes. At last count, we had 39 cases and 1 in the hospital. They spoke about the re-opening of bars, and the City Manager believes that this will impact about half a dozen businesses in the Lampasas area.
Mr. Witcher questioned the City Manager about the vacating of an alleyway and the combining of 7 lots in the area of 1003 S. Key Ave., which was the Aaron’s building, plus the vacated alleyway. Obviously someone is putting a piece of land
together, and Mr. de Graffenreid hinted that it is a restaurant. If there are city utilities in the aforementioned alleyway, they will have to be checked and possibly dug up.
Drive-in movies are possibly going to be offered to residents, since the Movie-in-the-Park are no longer offered.
Mr. de Graffenreid also spoke about the issue of pedestrian crossing on 281 S. in the Putters-n-Gutters area. The issue of parking on 281 was addressed in a previous meeting. There are no plans for more lights, or walkways being built. The City
Managers said residents will have to go to Naruna Rd. to cross 281S.
The pavilion at Campbell Park will be about 5000-6000 sq. ft., similar to the pavilion at Hancock Park.
Also, new internet companies are coming to town. This may create an issue of having too many lines on a utility pole. If this happens, according to the city, the company will have to absorb the cost of a new utility pole.
Mike Blair would like to thank everyone for their patience on W. Ave E during the construction.
the coronavirus report
Dr. Georgia Hay, Lampasas County Health
Authority advises Lampasas Radio that at this time the active cases are 39 in our county with one
hospitalized. The state of Texas reported 5,209 new cases yesterday, and 4,053 Texans are hospitalized with Coronavirus.
Authority advises Lampasas Radio that at this time the active cases are 39 in our county with one
hospitalized. The state of Texas reported 5,209 new cases yesterday, and 4,053 Texans are hospitalized with Coronavirus.
commissioners' court
Lampasas County
Commissioners held their regular meeting yesterday due to Monday being a county holiday.
The Agenda included the consent agenda which was
approved as presented. During
public comments, a resident that built a house on CR 3940 spoke about trying to work with Commissioner Rainwater on placing a culvert. If placing the culvert is not possible, please let her know, or let her know when the work can be completed by the county.
The final plat for Rylan Ranch was approved with the
contingency of the construction bond. The River Hills Ranches, phase 2B, had no action taken. The issue is that at this time, the developer does not have the standard 60 foot right of way, which is standard for construction. The developer only has a 50 ft.
right-of-way at this time. 60 feet is the standard to allow law
enforcement, EMS, and fire trucks to access the subdivision.
The River Hills Ranches phase III preliminary plat was approved.
The Lampasas county museum is requesting financial assistance in the amount of 5,000. It seems Covid has struck another local business. Judge Hoyer tabled the matter in order to give the county the opportunity to see if funds are available. We will hear more on this at the next commissioner’s court.
Approved was the 2021 county holidays which is a total of 14 days. Also the commissioner’s court dates for 2021 were
approved. The meetings will still be held the 2nd and 4th Monday every month excluding Columbus day which will be held the following day.
An invoice for additional services for the law enforcement center was approved in the amount of 3,037.50. This invoice will be paid for by Travelers Insurance as a result of the default.
As for the jail project, the county expects the facility to be up and running sometime in December 2020 or January of 2021. The next meeting for the jail will take place on Nov 5th at 9am
Commissioners held their regular meeting yesterday due to Monday being a county holiday.
The Agenda included the consent agenda which was
approved as presented. During
public comments, a resident that built a house on CR 3940 spoke about trying to work with Commissioner Rainwater on placing a culvert. If placing the culvert is not possible, please let her know, or let her know when the work can be completed by the county.
The final plat for Rylan Ranch was approved with the
contingency of the construction bond. The River Hills Ranches, phase 2B, had no action taken. The issue is that at this time, the developer does not have the standard 60 foot right of way, which is standard for construction. The developer only has a 50 ft.
right-of-way at this time. 60 feet is the standard to allow law
enforcement, EMS, and fire trucks to access the subdivision.
The River Hills Ranches phase III preliminary plat was approved.
The Lampasas county museum is requesting financial assistance in the amount of 5,000. It seems Covid has struck another local business. Judge Hoyer tabled the matter in order to give the county the opportunity to see if funds are available. We will hear more on this at the next commissioner’s court.
Approved was the 2021 county holidays which is a total of 14 days. Also the commissioner’s court dates for 2021 were
approved. The meetings will still be held the 2nd and 4th Monday every month excluding Columbus day which will be held the following day.
An invoice for additional services for the law enforcement center was approved in the amount of 3,037.50. This invoice will be paid for by Travelers Insurance as a result of the default.
As for the jail project, the county expects the facility to be up and running sometime in December 2020 or January of 2021. The next meeting for the jail will take place on Nov 5th at 9am
early voting
Lampasas County Elections Office shows that 797
people voted in person yesterday, and they received
374 mail-in ballots
people voted in person yesterday, and they received
374 mail-in ballots
Tuesday, October 13th, 2020
the weather
The High yesterday 80° The Low this morning 51°
The forecasters say to look for mostly sunny skies with highs in the 80’s gradually warming through today and tomorrow. Tomorrow will be 12-18 degrees above average, with gusty south winds. A cold front is expected to move through the area on Thursday accompanied by cooler temperatures and gusty north winds. The front is expected to bring a sharp wind shift from the north, increasing the winds to 20-25 mph with gusts possible of 35 mph for a few hours.
Today: Sunny with a high near 83°, with light E-SE breezes.
Tonight: Mostly clear skies with a low near 59º and winds becoming calm.
Wednesday: Skies will be sunny with a high near 92º, and wind will be S-SW at 5-10 mph. .
Wednesday Night: Mostly clear skies with a low near 67°. Winds will be from the S at 10-15 mph gusting to 20 mph.
Thursday: Sunny with a high near 85°, and gusty S-SW winds at 10-20 mph shifting to the N in the afternoon. Winds gusts of 30 mph are possible.
Thursday Night: Partly cloudy with a low near 51º. Winds will be brisk form the N-NE at 15-20 mph, gusting to 30 mph.
The forecasters say to look for mostly sunny skies with highs in the 80’s gradually warming through today and tomorrow. Tomorrow will be 12-18 degrees above average, with gusty south winds. A cold front is expected to move through the area on Thursday accompanied by cooler temperatures and gusty north winds. The front is expected to bring a sharp wind shift from the north, increasing the winds to 20-25 mph with gusts possible of 35 mph for a few hours.
Today: Sunny with a high near 83°, with light E-SE breezes.
Tonight: Mostly clear skies with a low near 59º and winds becoming calm.
Wednesday: Skies will be sunny with a high near 92º, and wind will be S-SW at 5-10 mph. .
Wednesday Night: Mostly clear skies with a low near 67°. Winds will be from the S at 10-15 mph gusting to 20 mph.
Thursday: Sunny with a high near 85°, and gusty S-SW winds at 10-20 mph shifting to the N in the afternoon. Winds gusts of 30 mph are possible.
Thursday Night: Partly cloudy with a low near 51º. Winds will be brisk form the N-NE at 15-20 mph, gusting to 30 mph.
Earl voting begins
Early Voting for the November 3rd general election begins today. Early Voting by personal appearance will be conducted each weekday at Lampasas County Annex One, Conference Room, 409 S. Pecan, Lampasas, TX, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. beginning on October 13, 2020 and ending on October 30, 2020. Additional early voting will be held at the same location as follows: October 20, 2020 and October 27, 2020 from 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. This is the only location for early voting in Lampasas County.
Voters should bring either (1)Texas Driver License issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS); 2. Texas Personal Identification Card issued by DPS; 3. Texas Election Identification Certificate issued by DPS; 4. Texas Handgun License issued by DPS; 5. United States Military Identification Card containing the person’s photograph; 6. United States Citizenship Certificate containing the person’s photograph; 7. United States Passport (book or card).
The Texas Secretary of State specifies that voters ages 18-69 must present an acceptable photo ID. The ID presented may be expired for up to four years and still be valid. For those 70 or older, the acceptable form of photo ID may be expired for however long if the ID is otherwise valid.
Mail-in ballots are available if you meet at least one of the four eligibility requirements listed below: 1. 65 years of age or older 2. Sick or disabled 3. Expected Absence from the County* (Must be absent during the entire early voting period, Election Day, AND provide an out-of-county address where your ballot can be mailed, AND include dates you can receive mail at the out-of-county address.) 4. Confined in jail, but otherwise eligible to vote.
If you request a mail-in ballot, they are mailed within seven calendar days after the application is received, or the date the ballots become available for mailing, whichever is later. Our first batch of ballots for the November 3rd 2020 election will be mailed out by the end of September at the latest.
Mail or hand deliver your ballot (in person not available during early voting) to: Lampasas County Annex II 407 S Pecan, Ste 102 Lampasas, TX 76550
Voters should bring either (1)Texas Driver License issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS); 2. Texas Personal Identification Card issued by DPS; 3. Texas Election Identification Certificate issued by DPS; 4. Texas Handgun License issued by DPS; 5. United States Military Identification Card containing the person’s photograph; 6. United States Citizenship Certificate containing the person’s photograph; 7. United States Passport (book or card).
The Texas Secretary of State specifies that voters ages 18-69 must present an acceptable photo ID. The ID presented may be expired for up to four years and still be valid. For those 70 or older, the acceptable form of photo ID may be expired for however long if the ID is otherwise valid.
Mail-in ballots are available if you meet at least one of the four eligibility requirements listed below: 1. 65 years of age or older 2. Sick or disabled 3. Expected Absence from the County* (Must be absent during the entire early voting period, Election Day, AND provide an out-of-county address where your ballot can be mailed, AND include dates you can receive mail at the out-of-county address.) 4. Confined in jail, but otherwise eligible to vote.
If you request a mail-in ballot, they are mailed within seven calendar days after the application is received, or the date the ballots become available for mailing, whichever is later. Our first batch of ballots for the November 3rd 2020 election will be mailed out by the end of September at the latest.
Mail or hand deliver your ballot (in person not available during early voting) to: Lampasas County Annex II 407 S Pecan, Ste 102 Lampasas, TX 76550
city council
The Lampasas City Council met yesterday evening for regularly called meetings. During the workshop session, Council discussed updates on Covid-19, the Wings of Eagles skate park and a pavilion in Campbell park for public use. Fundraising is now taking place for these projects. Also discussed was regulating pedestrian crossing of 281S, and LPD Chief of Police Sammy Bailey requested an ordinance to be created for this situation.
Council’s Regular Session covered a request to vacate a public right-of-way by E. 9th St. and Spring Ho Ave, then a second discussion for approval to combine lots 1-7 with the .085 acres previously discussed. The Consent Agenda was approved, then the City Manager gave his operational report touching on the subjects of increasing the bandwidth to meet the growing technological needs for the city. Mr. de Graffenreid also brought up the subject of contractors from outside the city and their purpose for being here, as well as the possibility of Council providing a drive-in movie in cooperation with a youth group.
Council then approved the vacating of the right-of-way and the combination of lots in the AH Barnes addition. Also approved was the ordinance request of Sammy Bailey to prevent pedestrians from crossing 281S from the light at EE Ohnmeiss to the County Line. Council also approved the re-appointment of several board members.
Council’s Regular Session covered a request to vacate a public right-of-way by E. 9th St. and Spring Ho Ave, then a second discussion for approval to combine lots 1-7 with the .085 acres previously discussed. The Consent Agenda was approved, then the City Manager gave his operational report touching on the subjects of increasing the bandwidth to meet the growing technological needs for the city. Mr. de Graffenreid also brought up the subject of contractors from outside the city and their purpose for being here, as well as the possibility of Council providing a drive-in movie in cooperation with a youth group.
Council then approved the vacating of the right-of-way and the combination of lots in the AH Barnes addition. Also approved was the ordinance request of Sammy Bailey to prevent pedestrians from crossing 281S from the light at EE Ohnmeiss to the County Line. Council also approved the re-appointment of several board members.