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A fire that started on Old Antioch Road on Thursday afternoon in the region between Bastrop and Buescher state parks quickly expanded to a 700-acre fire that has stopped growing but continues to be tended to.
Read moreLast Friday marked the grand opening of Body + Shine Wellness’ new yoga studio in Bastrop.
Read moreThe Elgin Chamber of Commerce and Wildcat Athletic Booster Club hosted their annual “Stuff the Bus” event last Thursday as a part of the town’s monthly juncture, Sip, Shop, and Stroll .
Read moreThe Elgin Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Veronica Seever as the next President of the Elgin Chamber, effective immediately.
Read moreAfter a comprehensive mapping, the estimated size of the Pine Pond Fire northwest of Smithville has increased to 700 acres.
As of Friday at noon, the fire is still about 10% contained.
Read moreOn Thursday, August 11, 2022, at approximately 2:57 PM, Bastrop County Emergency Communications received a call of a brush fire located at the 500 block of Old Antioch Rd.
Read moreChristopher Anthony Lopez, 29, of Taylor went to be with his Heavenly Father, surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, July 27, 2022. Family and Friends will gather at Elgin Funeral Home for Visitation, Tuesday, August 9th from 6:00 PM until
Read moreOutdoor burning is prohibited in Bastrop County for at least another month after the Bastrop County Commissioners Court approved a new burn ban order that extends until mid-September.
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