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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 moreThe Bastrop County Commissioner’s Court has approved the reinstatement of a county-wide Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) sponsored by the Bastrop County Office of Emergency Management.
Read moreThe Elgin ISD school board voted unanimously to require masks for students, staff and visitors on district property after a discussion of the current COVID-19 surge, hearing from citizens and consultation with legal counsel during a special meetin
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