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Commissioners Court Recap: March 11, 2025
Caldwell County Commissioners discussed the burn ban, a land acquisition, future transportation corridor planning and support for legislation at their March 11 regular meeting. . (Pictured l-r: Pct. 1 Commissioner B.J. Westmoreland, Pct. 2 Commissioner Rusty Horne, County Judge H…
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PLEASE READ: Burn Ban is on
Caldwell County Commissioners voted to approve a countywide burn ban on March 11 at their regular meeting. The move was made at the recommendation of Caldwell County Chief Emergency Management Coordinator Hector Rangel after a week of high winds, red flag warnings and near critic…
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Caldwell County wins grant to help protect citizens, property from natural disasters
Caldwell County recently secured a $100,000 grant from the Texas General Land Office to update its Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan. The plan will include numerous recommendations for important projects and life-saving equipment to help reduce risks to property and lif…
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PLEASE READ: No outdoor burning through March 10
Caldwell County Judge Hoppy Haden has signed an emergency order prohibiting outdoor burning through Monday, March 10 due anticipated potentially hazardous high winds. Read the order here. The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning that takes effect at 8 a.m. Tuesd…
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Fire weather updates for March
March 21: No warnings or advisories in place today, but the burn ban remains high and wind gusts above 20 mph are in the forecast for the next few days. Any fires could still spread quickly. Please continue to do your part to reduce fire risk. March 19: Caldwell County will be un…
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County seeks public input on Hazard Mitigation Plan update
Caldwell County is updating its Hazard Mitigation Plan and it is asking you to provide input. Why Hazard Mitigation Plans are important: These plans help minimize the impact of natural hazards like floods, wildfires and severe storms by taking preventative measures before disaste…
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Caldwell County officials meet with state leaders at Capitol
Local leaders such as county judges, mayors, school superintendents, city council members and school board presidents serve as advocates for residents of their communities at the state level. Caldwell County Judge Hoppy Haden and members of the county's leadership team joined com…
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Commissioners Court Recap: February 25, 2025
Caldwell County Commissioners discussed the burn ban, recognized the Caldwell County Progressive Club, and approved appointments to various boards and commissions. . (Pictured l-r: Pct. 1 Commissioner B.J. Westmoreland, Pct. 2 Commissioner Rusty Horne, County Judge Hoppy Haden, P…
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Winter Weather Updates: February 18-21
FEB 18 UPDATE: A wind advisory is now in effect from midnight tonight through noon Wednesday. The Extreme Cold Watch for Wednesday night through Thursday has been upgraded to an Extreme Cold Warning. From the U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) : WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, nor…
Commissioners Court
Commissioners Court Recap: February 11, 2025
Caldwell County Commissioners discussed the burn ban, an interlocal agreement with the City of Lockhart, a new position for the Caldwell County Sheriff’s Office, a development agreement and funding for the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan. . (Pictured l-r: Pct. 1 Commissioner B…
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Commissioners recognize Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month
Caldwell County commissioners on Tuesday signed a proclamation recognizing February as Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month. One in three adolescents is a victim of emotional, sexual, physical or verbal abuse from a partner. The proclamation acknowledges the importance …
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February is Black History Month
Caldwell County commissioners last week signed a proclamation recognizing February as Black History Month. Black History Month celebrates the achievements, contributions, and experiences of African Americans throughout history while also acknowledging the struggles and challenges…