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                                 The Blotter

DAILY NEWS RELEASE

Released on: 02/10/2026
Dispatcher: Amanda Mull

The Lampasas Police Department received a total of 45 calls for service on 02/09/2026
to include:
Suspicious Person reported in the 500 block of Brook St. at 11:55 AM
Suspicious Person reported in the 1300 block of Cloud St. at 3:44 PM
Reckless Driver reported in the 2900 block of S. Hwy 281 at 6:14 PM
Burglary of a Habitation reported in the 400 block of Brook St. at 7:59 PM
Suspicious Act reported in the 1700 block of E. 3 rd St. at 8:07 PM
Suspicious Person reported in the 400 block of S. Pecan St. at 8:30 PM
Criminal Trespass reported in the 700 block of S. Key Ave. at 9:24 PM
2 Escorts
1 Motorist Assist
7 Animal Complaints

Lampasas Police Department Dispatched 10 Medical Calls and 1 Medical Transfer for
Hamilton EMS.

There were no accidents reported.

There was one arrest made:
Storm Zacharie Hamilton, black/male, 24 years of age, from Lampasas, Texas,
was arrested in the 100 block of EE Ohnmeiss Dr. for Criminal Trespass at 7:07 AM.

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Hill Country Headlines
: Lampasas and Local area news

🌟 Hill Country Headlines — A Service of Hoffpauir Ford

Temps bounce around over the next few days — full forecast at the end.

🚓 Local Police Report

Lampasas PD calls from Monday included:

  • Burglary — 400 block of Brook St.

  • Reckless driver — 2900 block of S. Hwy 281

  • Criminal trespass — 700 block of S. Key

  • Several suspicious persons and a suspicious act

One city arrest:

  • Storm Zacharie Hamilton, 24, of Lampasas — arrested on EE Ohnmeiss Dr. for Criminal Trespass

County arrests:

  • Gabreil Hays, Killeen — probation violation

  • Calvin Wayne Hughes, Kempner — burglary

Full blotter: HillCountryRadio.net

🚨 Fatal Crash in Hamilton County

Texas DPS reports a one‑vehicle rollover south of CR 401 that claimed the life of 36‑year‑old Wendy Ann Lowery of Panama City Beach, Florida. Troopers say the vehicle left the roadway, hit a fence, and overturned. Lowery was ejected and died at the scene. The investigation is ongoing.

🚧 Road Closure Reminder

Precinct 3 Commissioner says CR 2200 north of FM 581 East is closed for repairs starting today. Closure may last up to 10 days.

💧 City Council & Kempner Water Update

Lampasas City Council and Kempner Water Supply Corp. met last week to discuss the future of their shared water system. KWSC says the Kempner plant can’t remain viable under the current contract and needs major modernization. Both sides agree the contract is outdated and long‑term planning is necessary. Options include forming a WCID or partnering on major infrastructure upgrades. No decisions yet. More at LampasasDispatchRecord.com..

🔥 Burnet County Prescribed Burn Escapes Lines

A prescribed burn off CR 403 jumped containment yesterday, burning over 75 acres. Eight agencies responded and stopped forward spread. No injuries reported; crews spent the afternoon securing hotspots.

🏀 Badger Sports

Badger Boys Varsity now 9–1 in district. Lady Badgers and Badger Boys take on Burnet tonight.

  • Girls: 5:00 & 6:30 PM

  • Boys: 6:15 & 7:30 PM

🌤️ Your Hill Country Forecast

  • Today: Cloudy, high 75°, southwest wind around 10 mph

  • Tonight: Partly cloudy, low 59°

  • Wednesday: Morning clouds, clearing midday, high 73°

  • Thursday–Friday: Mix of sun & clouds, highs in the low 80s

  • Friday Night–Saturday: Showers likely, possible early thunder, high 71°

  • Sunday: Sunny, cooler, high 70°

  • Next Week: Mid‑70s

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