Reader calls for responsible growth To the Editor: Caldwell County needs projects that are going to make a significant investment in real property or personal property such as a new facility, or an existing facility expansion and create jobs that enhance the quality of life. Before bringing in new facilities, we should always ask, “Is [...]

Local couple supports Host Agreement To the Editor: It is very clear that some Lockhart area residents and Caldwell County leadership are not on the same page regarding the proposed 130 Environmental Park in Caldwell County. Regardless of how people feel about a landfill, we can work together on negotiating a host agreement that includes [...]

By Kathi Bliss Editor/POST-REGISTER In the last 40 years, I have discovered that there are three inevitabilities in life: death, taxes, and politicians that will blow with the wind. Fact: Each one of us will die. Fact: Every governmental entity will put its hand in your pocket. Fact: Elected politicians are not mind readers, and [...]

Announcer praises LSGP, community To the Editor: My name is Ken Walker and I am an international Kart Race Announcer and Journalist based in England. I recently attended the Lone Star GP at Lockhart and I was one of the three race announcers – the one with the English accent you will not be surprised [...]

As I stood outside and enjoyed a spectacular, crystal-clear evening, I gave a little bit of thought about “the promises of Spring.” Unfortunately, my front-porch daydream was interrupted by the growling of an engine, tearing every bit of 50 MPH down my street, in a residential district in downtown Lockhart. I hate to bring up [...]

Reader questions LISD spending plan To the Editor: I am writing in sincere hopes that you will publish my concerns regarding the upcoming bond election to fund proposed improvements to Lockhart ISD facilities. I do not wish to try to make a case for or against the improvements that school district officials have determined are necessary. [...]

Reader questions ‘poverty mindset’ To the Editor: The article from the Editor regarding financing the school bond program accuses Lockhart of having a “poverty mindset.” (Lockhart Post-Register, Feb 20, 2014) If the bond election passes, my property taxes will increase over $600 a year based on the estimated increase! Property taxes here are comparable to [...]

Resident encourages facts, not rumors To the Editor: As a lifelong resident of Lockhart and Caldwell County I have always been an advocate for any programs that benefit the city or the county. The citizens of this community have an opportunity to receive much needed resources and benefits through a “Host Agreement” with the 130 [...]

Resident warns about landfill dangers To the Editor: A couple had worked all their lives and saved, built equity and planned for retirement. They looked forward to a slower pace of life, to living in the country in a place that they could raise animals, bring the grandchildren out to enjoy the country and to [...]

Reader praises community giving To the Editor: I’m writing to thank Lockhart residents for their generosity in helping thousands of suffering children worldwide this Christmas. Through their efforts, we were able to collect 750 shoeboxes—filled with toys, school supplies and hygiene items—for Operation Christmas Child, the world’s largest Christmas project of its kind. These simple [...]