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Bastrop to talk $50K security upgrades, more after Fairview Cemetery theft

Bastrop City Council will consider a request from staff at a May 26 meeting to reallocate $50,000 after equipment was reportedly stolen from Fairview Cemetery.

The why: City documents indicate the money would be used to install or upgrade security at Fairview Cemetery, replace stolen equipment from the cemetery and purchase additional Parks Department equipment.

Funding the work: The proposed amendment to the city’s fiscal year 2025-26 budget would move unused salary savings from the Bastrop Fire Department to the Parks Department’s capital equipment budget.

What else? The $50,000 reallocation stems from operational salary savings tied to vacant Fire Department positions, according to city documents.

Learn more: Bastrop City Council meets at 6:30 p.m. May 26 at City Hall, 1311 Chestnut St.

 
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Bastrop ceremony to honor local veterans May 25

Community members can gather at Fairview Cemetery on Memorial Day to honor local veterans.

What's happening: The Red, White & Blue Veterans of Bastrop County and Bastrop High School NJROTC are cohosting the wreath-laying ceremony, which will also feature musical tributes, speeches, proclamations and more.

What they're saying: Retired U.S. Air Force Col. Richard Hutchins, who serves as chair for the RWBVBC, told Community Impact that shade and water will be provided for those attending.

"Join us in honoring the service and sacrifice of our veterans," Hutchins said.

One more thing: Veterans interested in learning about free local services are encouraged to call the Bastrop County Veteran Services Office at 512-581-4006.

  • May 25, 10 a.m.
  • Free
  • Fairview Cemetery, 1307 SH 95, Bastrop
 

Your Weekend To-Do List

Check out these weekend events across the metro area.

7th Annual Austin Greek Festival

Summer Classic Film Series opening weekend

May 22-24, times vary
Austin

May 22-24, times vary
Austin

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Dripping Springs Fair and Rodeo 2026

7th Annual Antique Barn Sale & Artisan Show

May 22-24, 7:30 p.m. (daily rodeo performance)
Dripping Springs

May 23, 7:30 a.m.
Cedar Park

More info

More info

 
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Q&A: Catch up with the Republican candidates for Texas attorney general ahead of the May 26 runoff

For the first time in over a decade, there is no incumbent in the Texas attorney general's race as Republican Ken Paxton runs for U.S. Senate. Candidates on both sides of the aisle will compete in runoff elections May 26 after no candidate received more than 50% of the vote in the March 3 primaries.

State Sen. Mayes Middleton of Galveston and U.S. Rep. Chip Roy of Austin are each seeking the Republican nomination for the seat.

The overview: Middleton and Roy were the two highest-performing candidates in a four-person primary race. The winner of the May 26 overtime round will face the Democratic nominee and potential third-party candidates in November.

The context: The attorney general serves as Texas' top lawyer, defending the state in court, filing consumer protection lawsuits and issuing opinions interpreting state law. The agency also enforces Texas' child support laws, investigates human trafficking cases and manages access to public records.

At the polls: Texans can vote early May 18-22 and runoff election day is May 26.

 

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