The Blotter
DAILY NEWS RELEASE
Released on: 07/20/2026
Dispatcher: Amanda Mull
The Lampasas Police Department received a total of 26 calls for service on 07/19/2026
to include:
Suspicious Vehicle reported in the 900 block of E. Ave. F at 8:42 AM
Assault reported in the 1300 block of E. Central Texas Expressway at 2:05 PM
Suspicious Vehicle reported in the 900 block of Old Georgetown Rd. at 4:09 PM
Reckless Driver reported in the 800 block of Old Georgetown Rd. at 8:00 PM
1 Escort
0 Motorist Assists
3 Animal Complaints
Lampasas Police Department Dispatched 6 Medical Calls and 2 Medical Transfers for
Hamilton EMS.
There was one accident reported:
In the 1000 block of S. Key Ave. at 8:42 AM, no injuries.
There were two arrests made:
Nathan Alexander Reynolds, white/male, 21 years of age, from Copperas Cove,
Texas, was arrested in the 1400 block of E. Central Texas Expressway for a Gatesville
PD Warrant (Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon) at 3:00 AM.
Skyler Lee Hein, white/male, 33 years of age, from Lampasas, Texas, was
arrested in the 1600 block of E. Central Texas Expressway for a Lampasas Municipal
Court Warrant (Expired Motor Vehicle Registration) at 6:15 AM.
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🚓 Local Police Report
Lampasas Police responded to: • Assault – 1300 block of E. CTE • Two suspicious vehicles • Reckless driver – 800 block of Old Georgetown Rd • 1 Escort • 0 Motorist Assists • 3 Animal Complaints
LPD also dispatched 6 medical calls and 2 transfers for Hamilton EMS.
One accident was reported in the 1000 block of S. Key — no injuries.
City Arrests: • Nathan Alexander Reynolds, 21, Copperas Cove — arrested on a Gatesville PD warrant for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon. • Skyler Lee Hein, 33, Lampasas — arrested on a Lampasas Municipal Court warrant for Expired Motor Vehicle Registration.
Full blotter at HillCountryRadio.net.
🎭 Badger Theatre Raffle Drive
The Lampasas Badger Theatre Department is launching a raffle sponsorship drive to support this year’s production of Finding Nemo. Businesses can donate themed baskets, sponsor tables, or help with decorations. All baskets will be featured in a community raffle benefiting theatre activities.
Show dates: November 14 & 15 Contact Melissa Reyes or Greta Peterson to donate.
🎒 Back‑to‑School Events – August 1st
Kempner VFW Backpack Giveaway
📍 424 County Road 4931 🕛 Noon–2 p.m. Free backpacks with school supplies, first‑come, first‑served.
Lampasas Back to School Bash
📍 Hanna Springs Pool 🕛 Noon–4 p.m. School‑supplies giveaway, food vendors, games, and music. More info at Lampasas.org.
🏫 Meet the Teacher Night – August 10
Lampasas High School invites families from 5:30–7 p.m. Students can pick up schedules, meet teachers, drop off medication, and grab supply lists.
⚽ Youth Soccer Registration – OPEN TODAY
The Boys & Girls Club has opened sign‑ups for the fall season. Registration runs through August 16, and the season kicks off September 19. Parents can register online.
🏛️ July 22 Meetings
Lampasas ISD School Board – 6 p.m.
Trustees will review draft plans for the new middle school and consider 2025–2026 budget amendments.
Democratic Party Candidate Town Hall – 7 p.m.
📍 Former Middle School Cafeteria, 103 N. Western Ave Featuring Justin Early, Clayton Tucker, and Wade Wooten. Open to the public. Please confirm candidate information with a trusted source.
📲 Skyward Reminder
Family Access updates open July 23rd — just 3 days away. Families are encouraged to complete updates early to ensure schedules are released on time.
☀️ Weather
• Today: Sunny, high near 100°, light south breeze • Tonight: Clear, low 75° • Tuesday: Sunny, high 103°, low humidity • Wednesday: High 104°, heat index 107° • Rest of week: Triple‑digit highs • Weekend: Mix of sun & clouds, upper 90s