latest
Although the massive wildfire that raged through the Lost Pines beginning on September 4, 2011 changed Bastrop County forever, that’s not the end of the story. In the years since, the community has come together to move forward and rebuild.
Read more
Elgin ISD is one of six schools that Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton said he is filing lawsuits against regarding mask mandates.
Read moreThe Elgin City Council voted on a resolution to hold a public hearing and adopt the proposed tax rate for next year during their next meeting on September 21.
Read more
Smithville celebrated photography and nature with both in-person and online activities during its annual Eco/Photo Fest.
Read moreRainy conditions and an unsafe speed caused a two-vehicle accident on U.S. Highway 290 on August 15, leading to two deaths and injuries among the others involved.
Read moreA Travis County health official and the former Bastrop County health authority gave the Elgin ISD school board an update about the status of the COVID-19 pandemic ahead of the board’s decision regarding the mask mandate.
Read moreThe Bastrop County Emergency Food Pantry has proudly served the Bastrop County area since 1987. They provide the community with a safe place to go in time of crisis to get access to fresh and nutritious foods for themselves and their families.
Read moreResidents of Bastrop and Lee counties can drop off their household hazardous waste at the county’s Hazardous Waste Disposal Center, 109 Taylor Street in Smithville, on September 18 from 9 a.m. to noon.
Read more