Does anyone else need to carpool to work in Austin?
Question:
I finally found a job I love. The only thing is gas prices. This situation is out of control. My husband also commutes daily to work. Thinking.. Bastrop needs a carpooling system set up. I contacted the CARTS service and there is a year waiting list.I am sure there are several people living in Bastrop that are suffering with gas prices while driving to work in Austin. Anyone have any suggestions??? - AS
Editor's Comment:
Any suggestions are welcome!
4/9/2008
Subject:
Bastrop County Animal Control
Question:
Where is the location of the Animal control. - WA
Editor's Comment:
To get to the Bastrop County Animal Control from Bastrop, take Hwy 95 north approximately 8 miles, turn right on Pershing, then left on Cool Water. The address is 589 North Coolwater Drive.
4/8/2008
Subject:
Starbucks
Question:
Is there a Starbucks in Bastrop? I heard a rumor but haven't found one yet. If there is a Starbucks can we assume other major retailers are also coming to the area. - vc
Editor's Comment:
Yes,there is a Starbucks in Bastrop, and yes there are major retailers coming to Bastrop. There should be some announcements coming soon!
3/24/2008
Subject:
distance from Austin to Bastrop, TX
Question:
How far is Bastrop from the Austin airport? - sll
Location:
Chicago,
60
Editor's Comment:
Bastrop is 22 miles from the Austin airport. It is right on Highway 71, a direct divided highway straight to the airport.
3/23/2008
Subject:
pool opening
Question:
My family and I love the State Park pool,and we are anxious to know when it will be opening for the 2008 season. - LKW
Location:
Paige
Editor's Comment:
The State Park pool opens on Memorial Day weekend each year.
3/14/2008
Subject:
school
Question:
How many more days of school is there left for Bastrop High School? - cr
Location:
bastrop,
78
Editor's Comment:
The end date for students is May 29, 2008. Graduation for Bastrop High School is May 30, 2008.
3/13/2008
Subject:
Bastrop State Park
Question:
I will be visiting Bastrop State Park beginning this Sunday, March 13th. Will I be able to have a cooking fire in the fire rings, or is there a burn ban right now? - ams
Editor's Comment:
You should be able to as Bastrop County is not under a burn ban at this time. Check at the Park office to be sure there is not one in the Park.
2/5/2008
Subject:
burn ban
Question:
are we under a burn ban? - po
Editor's Comment:
No, Bastrop county is not under a burn ban at this time. When this question was originally asked, it was.
2/4/2008
Subject:
River Walk
Question:
My girl scout troop is planning a trip to Basrop in April. I can see pictures of the River Walk, but it doesn't tell me where it starts or ends. They have to plan the trip so I need to know where this is. - JDS
Location:
Katy,
TX
Editor's Comment:
The Riverwalk connects Fisherman's Park and Ferry Park. It is a few blocks from downtown Bastrop. Coming in to town on Loop 150 (Chestnut), go to Main Street turn North two blocks to Farm St. then turn left on Farm St. a few blocks and it runs into Fisherman's Park.You will see the Riverwalk entrance. It is a beautiful, peaceful walk.
1/22/2008
Subject:
Lowe's and Target
Question:
Is it true that a Target is being planned to be built near the future Lowe's? - MHR
Location:
Bastrop,
tx
Editor's Comment:
At this time it is not true that a Target is being planned to be built near the future Lowe's.The only two that have been announced are Loew's and a bank. Several others should be announced soon, but Target is not one of them.When there is an announcement I will place it on this website. If Target decides to come here, it could be several years. Lowe's opening should be around the end of September, 2008.
1/13/2008
Subject:
Lost friend
Question:
I haven't heard from a long-standing friend from Michigan who moved to Bastrop many years ago. Can you tell me whether Lenore Brieger is still a resident of Bastrop? The last address I have for her is 1508 Hill Street. - TM
Location:
Little Rock,
AR
Editor's Comment:
Lenore Brieger is still a resident of Bastrop and resides at Argent Court Assisted Living, 508 Old Austin Highway, Bastrop, Texas 78602. I saw her tonight at a Bastrop County Historical Society meeting and she is looking wonderful.
NRG
1/10/2008
Subject:
Court House records
Question:
Where can I go to obtain a copy of an individual's criminal record /charges in Bastrop County?
eahudson@mmm.com
512 468 8100 - ED
Location:
Austin,
TX
Editor's Comment:
Start with the District Clerk's office, phone number is 512-332-7244.They will probably be able to give you information how this is done.
1/7/2008
Subject:
Hazardous Material Disposal - Paint/Paint thinner
Question:
Can you tell me where my nearest hazardous waste recycle drop off location is or when the next recycle event will take place?
I have a several cans of paint and paint thinner I need to dispose of.
- TH
Location:
Paige,
Tx
Editor's Comment:
Travis County Hazardous Waste at phone 512-974-4343 takes these items, but call first for their fee, because its only free for Travis County residents.
12/23/2007
Subject:
Property Tax rates in Bastrop
Question:
Hi. I've heard (from family in College Station) that property taxes have been lowered in Texas as a result of a 2006 bill that was passed through the state legislature. I've looked for information on line, and found some, but am still not certain how the change impacts property tax rates. I'm retired and considering a possible move to the Bastrop area, and would appreciate knowing what the new (2008) tax rate is that includes the city, county and school district. The only rates I've found on line were a few years old (I believe it was $2.83/$100 evaluation. Thank you. - CL
Location:
Albuquerque,
NM
Editor's Comment:
The latest total tax rate (2007) that includes city, county and school rates is $2.655/$100 evaluation.The breakdown is City of Bastrop=0.535, Bastrop County=0.4932, County Road=0.126, and Bastrop ISD=1.501. There are some homestead exemptions available.
12/19/2007
Subject:
Any tattoo parlors in Bastrop?
Question:
Hello, I love the site and thank you for what you do. I was wondering if there are any good tattoo shops in Bastrop that you know of. I haven't been able to locate any. Thanks! - KM
Location:
Paige
Editor's Comment:
Am not aware of any tattoo shops in Bastrop.
12/13/2007
Subject:
Town Development
Question:
My husband and I are considering a move to Bastrop from New Hampshire. We are concerned about the potential explosion in the population. For instance, you quote numbers here which predict a pop approaching 100,000 around 2010, which represents a doubleing in just 10 years from 57,000 in 2000. With growth like that we wonder what kind of board the town has to plan growth, maintain open spaces, and restrict development if necessary. Thanks. - AH
Location:
Amherst,
NH
Editor's Comment:
The population you are quoting is for the County of Bastrop which encompasses 895 square miles of southeast central Texas. Its seat of government
is the city of Bastrop. The latest population estimate of the city of Bastrop is 8,053 in 2006. The county is expected to reach around the 100,000 mark by 2010. The city of Bastrop is bordered to the east by the Lost Pines forest in which the Houston toad inhabits it(it is an endangered species),so very little development can occur in this direction. Most of the growth in the city is now occurring in the direction of Austin (to the west). Bastrop State Park which includes the Lost Pines Forest is one of the most beautiful and popular state parks in Texas.The Lost Pines are separated about 80 miles from the East Texas Pine belt. The city of Bastrop is called one of the most historic old towns in Texas. It is being preserved as an historic city. The historic part is separated from the modern part by the Colorado River which passes through the city. The city is definitely protecting its historic past.
12/5/2007
Subject:
HOUSTON TOAD
Question:
ME AND SOME FREINDS LIKE TO TAKE A ANNUAL CAMPING TRIP IN THE SPRING TO THE STATE PARK. WHEN DOES THE MATTING SEASON START AND END FOR THE HOUSTON TOAD? - CN
Editor's Comment:
The information I got was that mating season was in February and March.This past year sections of the park were closed during this time, but they were unsure about closing sections of the park this next year.
11/6/2007
Subject:
Car Show this weekend
Question:
We live in Round Rock and understand there is a “car show” in Bastrop this coming weekend. Can you give us any details of the event or a contact that can?
Thanks
- JM
Editor's Comment:
The 2nd annual Veterans Day Classic Car Show and Street Dance wIll be held Friday and Saturday, November 9th and 10th. On Friday from 4:30 to 8pm there will be early Registration for the Car Show/Meet and Greet.There will be free dances at 7pm featuring Bastrop's Usual Suspects, and 8:30pm Nashville's Rising Star Bryan Brazier. On Saturday from 10am to 4pm will be the Classic Car Show. From 11am-1pm there will be an Honor Our Veteran's Ceremony. At 4pm there will be the Classic Car Awards Show. Free dances follow at 7pm with Battle of the Teen Bands Winner and at 8:30pm The Blues Crawlers. There will also be a Sidewalk Salebration/Pine Street Market Days from 9am-5:30pm
11/4/2007
Subject:
The Foundaion
Question:
I live right outside Bastrop (in Garfield) and while traveling through Bastrop, I saw a billboard that advertised a new church called "The Foundation". From what I understand they hold their meetings at the middle school. Would you please give me any and all information you have regarding his new church - I am interested in visiting..... - gs
Location:
Del Valle,
TX USA
Editor's Comment:
I will refer you to their website for complete information:
http://www.foundationministry.org
11/4/2007
Subject:
bowling
Question:
. me and my mom want to start going bowling often so we were wondering if there was any year or school year passes and if there isnt any if yu could think about producing them. - ag
Location:
bastrop,
tx
Editor's Comment:
What you could do is join a bowling league. They currently have seven leagues, two of which you and your Mom could bowl on. Mixed up Mixed league is on Sunday at 6pm and Slo Pokes is on Thursday at 7pm. You can show up and fill a registration card out and pay a small fee. For kids only (up to 18 years old) there is a Bowling league at 11 o'clock every Saturday morning. You can get more information at the Center.
10/14/2007
Subject:
paper recycling
Question:
I am looking for a recycling station in the bastrop area, we use to have one in the hobbs creek subdivision but it has been taken away - JAV
Editor's Comment:
Recycle Options located at 217 Pershing Dr. and phone 303-6665 will take: All paper, books, cardboard (no wax coating), plastic, cans. Does not take: appliances, brush, building materials, glass, household trash, large metals, oil & filters, tires or furniture.You can call their number for any questions.
10/13/2007
Subject:
Children's activities
Question:
Hello,
We have just moved from England to Bastrop and am interested in finding out more information about childrrens local activities for 5-6 year olds as well as cub scouts, t-ball and swimming lessons. I have looked up the state park for swimming but could not find any schedule for lessons. Thanks so much! - mb
Location:
Bastrop,
tx
Editor's Comment:
You can check with the Bastrop Chamber for information about children's local activities. They usually have listings of these-or you can visit their website, www.bastropchamber.com. The swimming pool at the State Park opens at the end of May (Memorial Day Weekend) and is opened through the Labor Day weekend. They do work out a schedule for lessons then.Welcome to Bastrop!
10/11/2007
Subject:
for Mr Ernest Simmons
Question:
Dear Sir
How far does your family history go back in Bastrop??? Are u by chance related to William X simmons That was a Republic of Texas Soldier - SRS
Location:
Red Rock,
Tx
Editor's Comment:
In speaking to Mr. Simmons, he stated that he had previously been asked whether he was related to William X.Simmons who was a Republic of Texas soldier. He said he had not found any family ties to him. He said his Simmons side of the family came to Texas in 1865. The Moncure side of the family came much earlier.
7/17/2007
Subject:
Carpet
Question:
Is there a recycling or dump that accepts used carpet in the Bastrop area? I asked before but never received a reply.
Thanks - CK
Location:
Bastrop
Editor's Comment:
Yes the Transfer Station (County Dump) does accept used carpet. The charge is according to the amount. You can call the Transfer Station at phone 581-4090 for more information.
7/12/2007
Subject:
Donations in Bastrop Area
Question:
Do you know of a location in the Bastrop area that accepts donations of furniture items etc. I asked before but maybe my question did not get posted. Thank you. - RA
Editor's Comment:
Please check with The Family Crisis Center's Bits 'n Pieces located at 4107 E. Highway 71 in Bastrop. Phone is 332-0028.
6/25/2007
Subject:
pool
Question:
love the pool what are the dimensions of the pool thank you - cf
Location:
Bastrop
Editor's Comment:
The Bastrop State Park features a large 60-foot by 100-foot swimming pool. The swimming pool also has two children's wading pools.The pool contains 365,000 gallons of water. For more information call 512-321-3740.
6/19/2007
Subject:
State park pool prices
Question:
I can't seem to find the prices and hours for the pool at the state park. Can you provide this info? - TS
Location:
Bastrop,
TX
Editor's Comment:
The latest figures I have are: entry fee to the pool for adults is $2.50 and $1.50 for children 12 and under. The pool is open from noon to 6:45pm six days a week. The pool is closed on Tuesdays.For more information call 512-321-3740.
6/14/2007
Subject:
BASTROP HOMES AND SCHOOLS
Question:
My family and I will be moving to Bastrop this summer. Do you have any opinions about the best areas to look for a home? Also our children attend elementary school and we are curious about which elementary schools there are considered the best? - AR
Location:
Corsicana,
TX
Editor's Comment:
There are two elementary schools within the city limits of Bastrop. They are: Emile Elementary and Mina Elementary Schools. The website http://bastrop360.com has a listing of all the schools with a report on each-under local schools. There are others in the Bastrop Independent School District, but not in the City Limits. There are a number of Realtors listed on my website that have websites that can give you information about housing in the Bastrop area.You can find them going to The Community, then go to Directory and you will find a listing of Realtors. I have one grandson that attended Emile and another who is attending Mina-both seem to have had good results.
5/23/2007
Subject:
County Jail
Question:
Where is the Bastrop County Jail located? - RK
Editor's Comment:
The Bastrop County Jail is located in the 200 block of Jackson Street. Coming from Austin on Highway 71, as you reach Highway 95 (to Elgin), turn right and you will be on Jackson street-go several blocks and you will see the building with the Sheriff's office and Jail behind.
5/21/2007
Subject:
Wedding Reception Hall
Question:
We are planning a wedding for next summer. Do you know of any reasonably priced reception halls in the Bastrop/Smithville area? - CO
Location:
Smithville,
TX
Editor's Comment:
We have recently visited and are preparing a Photo Tour of Loblolly Pines Village which is 2 miles from Bastrop State Park,5 miles from downtown Bastrop and about 12 miles from downtown Smithville which has facilities for Wedding Receptions. Their mailing address is P.O.Box 694, Bastrop, TX, and their phone is 512-321-2499.Their website is www.loblollypines.com.
5/12/2007
Subject:
Getting rid of leaves, mulch, and tree trimmings......
Question:
Is there a place to dump leaves, mulch, and tree trimmings near bastrop? - GJS
Location:
cedar creek,
78 us
Editor's Comment:
If you are a BFI or Allied Waste customer, call them to see if they have special days for pickup of these items. Also you may call the Transfer Station at 581-4086 to see if they take these items. Also you can check to see if there are burn bans at Bastropfire.com at this time.
5/11/2007
Subject:
Was there a community called Mesquite in Bastrop Co?
Question:
I am trying to find out more information about a Methodist Episcopal church in this little town of Mesquite, Bastrop Co., that donated a bell to the Baptist church when the ME church disbanded. That church later donated the bell to Highland Lakes Baptist Encampment near Spicewood. The bell was recently stolen and we are trying to find out any identifying features of it (I am a volunteer there.) Plus, it would just be interesting knowing some history about it. Thanks for any help you can give. - klc
Location:
Spicewood,
TX
Editor's Comment:
I can find no records of a town named Mesquite in Bastrop County. There is a Mesquite Street in the city of Bastrop. There is a mention of a Methodist Episcopal Church in the book Bastrop County 1691-1900 by Bill Moore as follows: 1857- N.G. Alsup and Mary Alsup deeded a tract of land on east side of Colorado River known as Cottle League for purpose of building a place of worship for the use of the Methodist Episcopal Church,South. The land was deeded to D.M. Oliver, J.G.John, L.L.Rector, T.B.Q. Hill, J.C. Higgins, Thomas Gray, and G.W.Eblin.
5/11/2007
Subject:
Fairview Cemetary
Question:
Who do I need to call if I would like to buy a burial plot at this cemetary? - MM
Editor's Comment:
Please call the City of Bastrop at 321-0329 for this information.
5/4/2007
Subject:
Hwy 71/FM304 intersection
Question:
do you know when the overpass will be complete? thanks! - MHR
Location:
Bastrop,
tx
Editor's Comment:
By mid June the four main lanes on the overpasses should be open according to an Advertiser report recently. The schedule may move earlier since alot of work has been done lately. The feeder roads then will be completed.
4/28/2007
Subject:
Racial diversity
Question:
Is Bastrop mostly a white community? I heard it was a very nice place and am going thru the pictures, but noticed it's not racially diversified. - BF
Editor's Comment:
The Population 2000 and Projected Population 2000-2010 by Race/Ethnicity and Migration Scenario for Bastrop County. In the year 2000:the total population of the County was:57,733,of which 38,169 were Anglo,5,110 were African Americans,13,845 were Hispanic, 609 were Others.In 2005,the total population of the County was:73,459, of which 46,452 were Anglo,6,004 were African Americans,20,284 were Hispanic, 719 were Others.
In 2010,the projected total population of the County will be:93,117, of which 55,685 will be Anglo,7,076 will be African Americans,29,475 will be Hispanic, 881 will be Others.
Source:Texas Data Center http://txsdc.utsa.edu/
4/25/2007
Subject:
School Bond
Question:
Does anyone know why Bastrop's proposed bond for a new high school is 65+ million while other central texas districts are requesting bonds of 8-50 million for 1-2 more schools and renovate existing schools. How big is this school going to be? Are they needing to buy a large chunk of land? - PR
Location:
Cedar Creek,
TX
Editor's Comment:
The Bond package includes:
Proposition 1 - will provide $65,770,000 for the construction of a new 1,500 student high school with core facilities for 2,300 students.
Proposition 2 - will provide $17 million for a centralized, multi-purpose athletic stadium and future land purchases.
Proposition 3 - will provide $14,950,000 for a centralized, multi-purpose performing arts center.
The board of trustees and district administrators developed these propositions through an extensive review process.
“Looking at the growth of our district, the most important issue for 2007 is providing relief to the overcrowding conditions at the current high school,” said Roderick Emanuel, Superintendent of Schools. “Our current enrollment for the district is 8,184 students. That total is projected to rise to almost 10,000 students by 2010. We need to be capable of providing the best education possible for our students and to accomplish this we must continue to provide an adequate setting for learning to take place.”
4/23/2007
Subject:
Disney Purchase In Bastrop
Question:
I was told by someone in the know that Disney Holdings just purchased 5000 acre ranch for $900.00 an acre, on the West side of 95 up near Old Sayers road. Can you confirm this and what their plans are. I was told it was to be a water park, and golf resort and such. I would appreciate any information, I have heard they are keeping it pretty quiet. "Thank You" - jwc
Location:
Dickinson,
Tx USA
Editor's Comment:
According to an Austin Business Journal article April 20, 2007 by Kate Harrington, a New Mexico-based real estate firm has acquired nearly 7.000 acres in Bastrop for what could become one of the largest master-planned communities in Central Texas. The firm closed on land currently owned by the Steiner family with plans to turn ranching land into mixed type residential, perhaps with some golf courses.
4/23/2007
Subject:
TEE BALL
Question:
I am in search of finding a phone number or email to speak to someone about tee ball. The web and email that was once in is no longer up. Please Help. - ms
Editor's Comment:
Does anyone have this phone number or e-mail?
4/18/2007
Subject:
Fireflies in the Garden
Question:
When is Julia Roberts going to be filming the movie Fireflies in the Garden? And what locations? - JH
Editor's Comment:
The Julia Roberts film just returned from the Elgin and Travis County area and is now back in Bastrop where it is filming again.(4/25)
4/16/2007
Subject:
Retail in Bastrop
Question:
Hello and thank you for the great website!
We moved to Bastrop about three years ago and keep hearing that Target and Lowes are coming to Bastrop, do you have any info on that? Bastrop is really hurting for retail space given the population and the traffic that passes through here..
Thanks,
John - JVW
Location:
Bastrop,
TX
Editor's Comment:
There are several large retail projects in the planning stage and those companies have been mentioned.
4/13/2007
Subject:
JULIA ROBERTS MOVIE
Question:
WHAT IS THE NAME OF THE MOVIE STARRING JULIA ROBERTS CURRENTLY BEING FILMED IN BASTROP?? - ES
Editor's Comment:
The name of the Julia Roberts movie being filmed in Bastrop is "Fireflies in the Garden". The movie is slated for a 2008 release.
4/12/2007
Subject:
Music
Question:
Do you know of any musician's jam sessions held in Bastrop on a regular basis? - gt
Editor's Comment:
The annual Boys and Girls Club Jazz Jam will be Saturday, May 5 from 6 to 9 PM. Very special guests this year are Grammy winning guitarist Eric Johnson and Grammy nominated trumpet player Hannibal Lokumbe. Other outstanding musicians include bass player Roscoe Beck, mandolin player Paul Glasse, sax player Alex Coke, guitar player John Steinman, guitar player Bruce Saunders, and drummer Rob Fedson. (Artist lineup subject to change.) Admission is a minimum donation of $50 per adult, accompanied children under 18 are free but require a reservation. Ticket sales are limited to 200 by advance purchase only, and the entire donation will go to the Boys and Girls Club of Bastrop. Food and soft drinks will be provided. For Tickets,directions and more information contact Boys and Girls Club 512-321-6676 or Lori Hunt 512-303-0238.
4/10/2007
Subject:
Property Taxes
Question:
How can I find property tax rates for Bastrop and Bastrop County? - JW
Location:
Tampa,
FL
Editor's Comment:
Property
Tax Structure
as of Oct. 2006
City= 0.5835
County Road&Bridge= 0.1250
School=1.622
County=0.5033
City Aggregate Appraised Value:
$232,619,443
General Obligation Debt:
$3,700,000
City Annual Retail Sales:
$364,223,623
Bond Revenue:
$229,067
Bond Rating Value:
A-
Full demographics can be found at the Bastrop Economic Development site at www.bastropedc.org/
4/6/2007
Subject:
dumpsters
Question:
Do you know of a nearby place that I can rent one of those large dumpsters like construction sites use??? - mb
Location:
bastrop,
Tx
Editor's Comment:
Try Lone Star Waste/Disposal at P.O.Box 1590, Bastrop, TX 78602. Phone is 321-3211.
4/6/2007
Subject:
Swim Lessons
Question:
Do you know if any place in Bastrop does swimming lessons. - kk
Editor's Comment:
The Bastrop State Park gives lessons at its pool.You can call the pool manager at 321-3740 for details. I believe the schedules are being worked out at present.
4/2/2007
Subject:
multi family home development
Question:
i have an interest in multi family home development. can you provide any information on who i need to contact to get started. of course i know i need to obtain land, i just need assistance in my next steps... - ts
Editor's Comment:
You might contact Mr. Joe Newman at the Bastrop Economic Development Corporation for some information. The phone is 512-303-9700. The website is www.bastropedc.org.
3/30/2007
Subject:
Looking for Genealogical Researcher
Question:
I read some time ago an article printed in one of your newspapers about old events in Bastrop Co.
I tried contacting the researcher/writer ...without success.
The 1910 article read... two black brothers shot to death in ditch by sheriff officer. Trying to find what was the name of those men and any information as to what happen...mainly interested in their names, if that's all I can get - jc
Location:
san diego,
ca U S
Editor's Comment:
The Bastrop Public Library currently has limited volunteer assistance for genealogy research and can only conduct limited research. Please direct all genealogy and local history inquiries to: genealogy@bastroplibrary.org. Please read all the information for sending inquiries at the library website: www.bastroplibrary.org.
3/30/2007
Subject:
Electricity
Question:
I am considering a move to Bastrop and intend to buy unimproved land and build a small house. Can you ballpark for me the cost to run utilities to unimproved land. I realize the site will dictate a lot of the specific cost but what would be approximate cost of electricity to include installation of a transformer, running wire to the property. Cost for well, cost for septic. Thank you. - RJW
Editor's Comment:
These are rough costs given me from someone who had this done about a year ago. Septic--$7-10K depending on site work-plan on needing an aerobic system. Wells--plan on $12-15 per foot of depth most areas are 300-500 feet deep. Also will probably need some sort of chlorination system or softening system at $2-5K. Aqua Water lines may be available and tap fee runs about $3-4K. You should call an electrician because there are many variables on length of wire,etc. Two local electricians: Diamond Electric 321-7781 or Hoskins Electric 321-6377. Maybe calling Bastrop County General Services at 581-7177, they can direct you to the proper department for more specific information.
3/28/2007
Subject:
Job opprotunities in Bastrop
Question:
I would like to know the best way to find employment in Bastrop. I have lived in Bastrop for 8 yrs and would love to work in my home town. I have worked in Austin for the last 8yrs. as an administrative asst. The commute to Austin has really taken quality time away from my young children. I would appreciate any type of advice. - AS
Location:
Bastrop,
TX
Editor's Comment:
The Texas Workforce Center may be able to give you employment and employer information in the Bastrop area. It is located at 150-F Settlement Drive and the phone is 303-3916. Also you may check with the Bastrop Advertiser classifieds section in their twice weekly editions.
3/24/2007
Subject:
Red Rock
Question:
What is the type of red rock that I am finding on my land near Red Rock, Texas? I'd love to know the name of this beatiful stone! - kmd
Location:
Cedar Creek,
TX
Editor's Comment:
Red sandstone is the usual red rock in the area.
3/24/2007
Subject:
swimming lessons
Question:
Just wondering if you could tell me swimming lessons start and how to register for them? Also are there any private schools Pre-k to 5th grade in Bastrop tx - ydz
Location:
bast,
tx
Editor's Comment:
The Bastrop State Park gives lessons at its pool.You can call the pool manager at 321-3740 for details. I believe the schedules are being worked out at present. Private schools in Bastrop are Faith Baptist Academy at 2007 Main St, phone is 308-0898; and Nazarene Christian School at 132 Pine Hill Loop, phone is 303-7764. There are a number of private preschool and kindergarten schools in town.
3/24/2007
Subject:
Mining going at Camp Swift or in the vicinity of Bastrop?
Question:
Is there any mining taking place at Camp Swift or anywhere in the vicinity of Bastrop? - RGB
Location:
McAllen,
TX
Editor's Comment:
The Alcoa mining operation is further northeast than Camp Swift up near the Lee County line.
3/23/2007
Subject:
coupon for pet neutering
Question:
You once ran coupons to have your pet neutered. Do you do that any more? - jr
Editor's Comment:
Critter Buddies, a non-profit organization, offers free female dog or cat spay coupons to be redeemed at Animal Trustees of Austin Spay-Neuter Clinic. To receive a coupon write to Critter Buddies, 506 Roemer Road, Elgin. TX 78621 and include a self addressed, stamped envelope and specify whether a female dog or cat coupon is needed. Phone for Animal trustees of Austin is 450-0111. Critter Buddies phone is 281-2687 (Elgin).(Note this is for female dogs or cats)
3/23/2007
Subject:
Texas Saddlery
Question:
looking for info on a saddle made in Bastrop
Thelm0014@aol.com
Thank you - th
Location:
West,
TX
Editor's Comment:
Texas Saddlery Wholesale Sales which has been listed in the Bastrop telephone directory for a number of years is not a working number now and I'm not sure where they have moved to.
3/22/2007
Subject:
Golf courses with lodgeing
Question:
I am aware of the golf courses in your area however I am told one of them has lodging can you tell me if so,which one & how to contact them
Bill Krumel
wkrumel@houston.rr.com - wc
Location:
Houston,
tx Harris
Editor's Comment:
The new 18 hole Wolfdancer Golf Course that has opened last year at the Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort and Spa and ColoVista Country Club both have Lodging. For more information, visit www.colovista.com and the Hyatt Lost Pines Resort phone number is 512-308-1234.
3/21/2007
Subject:
picnics
Question:
when is the Sacred Heart Catholic church picnic? someone told me there is a picnic either in Rockne or Rosanky??? - cs
Editor's Comment:
The Rockne Sacred Heart Catholic church picnic is always held on the Sunday before Memorial Day. This year it will be May 27, 2007. For more information you may call 321-7991.
3/19/2007
Subject:
bastrop sp
Question:
how much does it cost to rent a cabin at Bastrop State Park? - sm
Editor's Comment:
The latest information I have is that there are fourteen cabins available at the park, ranging in price from $65 to $150. Reservations can be made up to 11 months in advance by calling the Texas Parks and Wildlife at 512-389-8900.
3/17/2007
Subject:
Phone Book
Question:
Where can I pick up a bastrop,tx phone book?
How can I get a Austin phone book? - crm
Location:
Bastrop,
Tx
Editor's Comment:
The Bastrop telephone book can be picked up at the Bastrop Chamber of Commerce at 927
Main Street. You can call AT&T at 1-800-792-2665 for an Austin directory.
3/15/2007
Subject:
transportation
Question:
Hi. Are there any bus lines that run from Austin to Bastrop?
Thanks - JL
Editor's Comment:
You can check with CARTS at 1-800-456-7433 for a schedule of their bus to and from Bastrop and Austin. Their schedule shows a 9:15 departure from Bastrop to Austin Monday, Tuesday and Thursday and a return from Austin at 3:00. They also have a website www.ridecarts.com. I don't believe Kerrville Bus Company stops in Bastrop anymore.
3/13/2007
Subject:
storage facilities
Question:
I will be moving to Bastrop from a house to an apartment so I was wondering if there is any storage facility for householding things for maybe as long as six month in Bastrop. - ckr
Location:
leon,
gt mexico
Editor's Comment:
There are a number of Storage facilities in the Bastrop area. Some of them are: AAA Bastrop Storage 720 Hwy 71 West ph.512-321-3765,Best Storage 770 Hwy 71 West ph. 512-332-2378, Lone Star Storage,807 W Hwy 71 ph. 512-332-0111.
3/10/2007
Subject:
Distance from New Braunfels and San Antonio
Question:
What is the distance from Bastrop to New Braunfels and San Antonio? Thank you - CB
Editor's Comment:
Bastrop is approximately 60 miles from New Braunfels and about 89 miles to San Antonio.
2/8/2007
Subject:
Highway 71 West cemetary.
Question:
There is a very old and hidden cemetary possibly an family one located at Hwy. 71 West and Buck Road on the North side.
One large headsone stone reads the name "Powler".
Anyone have any information on this?
Thanx in advance. - MLS
Location:
Bastrop County
Editor's Comment:
Fowler II Cemetery is at the corner of Hwy. 71 and Buck Lane near the Bastrop And Travis County Line.This is also known as Buck Cemetery.There are a small number of Fowlers buried here. This information was found on the Bastrop County Website. (info was from the Austin Genealogical Society).
2/2/2007
Subject:
fairview cemetery
Question:
what section of the cemetery would the Mexican's be buried and where is the pauper section located? - ljh
Location:
Cedar Creek,
TX
Editor's Comment:
Most Hispanics are buried in Alta Vista (Hispanic) Cemetery in Bastrop. Also Phelan Cemetery is located in Bastrop County. This cemetery was donated to the Mexican-American families that worked in a nearby coal mine in
Bastrop Co. It's located between the town of Bastrop and Elgin. There are fewer Hispanics buried in Fairview Cemetery.
1/26/2007
Subject:
12U Baseball team in Austin seeking 2 players
Question:
We are looking for two talented players for travel ball. Especially looking for 1 or 2 players who can commit to traveling to Cooperstown this summer. Families may just have to pay for their lodging, kids may be covered.
If interested please post message here. - BG
1/21/2007
Subject:
Meals on Wheels
Question:
Does Bastrop have a Meals on Wheels program? I would like to volunteer for the program, but can't seem to locate any information.
Thanks,
- KP
Location:
Bastrop,
TX
Editor's Comment:
Bastrop has a Meal on Wheels program listed in the Bastrop Phone directory. The number listed is 512-332-0125.The last time I contacted them the program was active. NRG
1/19/2007
Subject:
Yesterfest
Question:
When will Yesterfest be held in 2007 and who would I contact for information. Would this be
the chairman of the event. Thank you
Gloria Cothern - gc
Location:
Corpus Christi,
Tx
Editor's Comment:
The 2007 Yesterfest is scheduled for April 28th. The chairperson is Debbie Denny and she can be reached at 512-321-2557 ext.15. Her e-mail address is ddenny@bastropadvertiser.com. Also you can go to the Bastrop Opera House website for more information.http://www.bastropoperahouse.com
1/16/2007
Subject:
New Highway
Question:
I frequently drive east on Hwy. 71 through Bastrop and am interested in the Hwy. Interchange project I see being constructed and the nearby planned industrial park. Can you tell me more about what is going on? Thank you. - TDM
Location:
Dallas,
TX
Editor's Comment:
The new overpass is being built at the Highway 304-Highway 71 intersection (near Covert's Auto Dealership). Next in line will be the overpass at Highway 95-Highway 71 intersection when funds are available. This is the intersection where the Bastrop Industrial Park is located south of here. The park has been in operation a number of years and has a number of industries already present and with quite a number of new buildings being built and more to be started. Activity near the new overpass presently being built have new shopping centers planned in the area.
1/3/2007
Subject:
Organizations for the kids
Question:
We are looking into moving to central Texas sometime this year and Bastrop looks like a very possible place to live. My question: does Bastrop have a Boy Scout troop or Girl Scout Troop? - PW
Editor's Comment:
There are Boy Scout and Pack Troops;Girl Scout and Brownie troops in Bastrop. There is also a large Boy Scout Camp near Bastrop. We welcome any other information from local Scouts about their Troops.
1/2/2007
Subject:
Shipper / Receiver
Question:
I am trying to find a Shipper/Receiving Company in Bastrop (or nearby) for some furniture that is being delivered there. The Receiver company MUST have a dock as the furniture will be arriving via 18-wheeler with only the driver (no helper).
Any referrals will be appreciated.
Thank you! - JJ
Location:
Houston,
TX USA
Editor's Comment:
An email will be sent to you shortly with information about your request.
12/14/2006
Subject:
New Construction
Question:
I am looking for a phone number for the following two new construction projects in Bastrop. Possibly the name and number of the GC and the Owners:
Bargus Medical Devises
Lake Side Hospital - JV
Editor's Comment:
You can reach Gary Schiff at 512-321-6060 for The Lakeside Professional Building being built next to Lakeside Hospital. For the Bargas Medical the phone number I have is 361-865-3300.
12/13/2006
Subject:
Lost Pines Golf Course info
Question:
This is Ryan Parr with AVIDGOLFER Magazine. I'm updating our public course directory for the Hill Country and I was just seeing if you knew about Lost Pines Golf Course.
What is the Saturday morning rate with a cart?
Who are the staff members: Director of Golf, General Manager, Course Supervisor, Head Pro, etc.
Thanks for your help. - RP
Editor's Comment:
This information comes from the Bastrop Advertiser dated August 5,2006: The Lost Pines Golf Course is in the Bastrop State Park. The General Manager is Robbie Robinson. The phone is 512-303-1368. Weekday green fees with a cart are $20 and drop to $15 after 3pm. On weekends and holidays (Friday through Sunday) the fees are $25 and $20 after 3pm. The fee includes golf cart.The tees measure: blue tees 6,172, white tees 5,811, and gold 5,411. The course is par 71.
12/12/2006
Subject:
trail of lights
Question:
I recently heard Bastrop has a trail of lights, how can we get there? - amv
Location:
del valle,
tx
Editor's Comment:
The Trail of Lights is on the Riverwalk along the Colorado River. Fisherman's Park is generally the main entrance to the Riverwalk. You can get to Fisherman's park coming into downtown Bastrop on Loop 150. As you cross the bridge the first street is Main Street (at the light). Turn left on Main St. and go 2 blocks north and you will reach Farm St. Turn left and stay on Farm St. till you run into Fisherman's Park (only a few blocks).You will see the trail of lights from there. It's only a few blocks from downtown Bastrop. NRG
12/2/2006
Subject:
old people
Question:
Where can the elderly people go to hang out in bastrop,texas?? - KM
Editor's Comment:
We have a very active senior center-The Bastrop Community Senior Center. It is located at 1008 Water Street in Bastrop. The telephone number is 321-7907. Stop by or call for a schedule of activities. If you have access to the internet go to their website at: www.bastropseniorcenter.com.
They also have a monthly newsletter and calendar of events-everything from quilting, dancing, exercise,all kinds of games, etc.
NRG
12/1/2006
Subject:
Christmas adopt a family program
Question:
Do you know of a program in Bastrop where you could adopt a family for christmas? - LH
Location:
Bastrop,
Tx
Editor's Comment:
Bastrop has a Pink Santa program for needy families. Also the Bastrop Food Pantry may know of a needy family that you could adopt for Christmas. For general information about the Pink Santa program, contact Janis Flanagan, president of the Bastrop Pink Santa program, at 303-7714.To contact the Bastrop Food Pantry call 303-0033.
11/27/2006
Subject:
Church
Question:
Is there a spanish mass in Bastrop provided by the Catholic Church. - DM
,
TX
Editor's Comment:
Yes, there is a Spanish mass at the Ascension Catholic Church at 6 pm on Sundays. The Church is located at 802 Pine Street in Bastrop. NRG
11/25/2006
Subject:
Pink Santa
Question:
I've become intereseted in helping out the community in Bastrop and heard about the Pink Santa program. However, I have no idea how to get in contact with them. What would I have to do to reach the Pink Santa? - PO
Location:
Bastrop
Editor's Comment:
For general information about the Pink Santa program, contact Janis Flanagan, president of the Bastrop Pink Santa program, at 303-7714. To help out at the warehouse, call Pat New at 308-1997 or Muriel Britton at 581-9860. Donations of money may be mailed to Bastrop Pink Santa,
P.O.Box 881, Bastrop, TX 78602.
11/13/2006
Subject:
New Businesses
Question:
I was just wondering if you knew what businesses will be coming to Bastrop in the next year or so. - dm
Editor's Comment:
The Bastrop Economic Development Corpoation and the Chamber are working on different businesses coming to Bastrop-but some require certain populations to be served. Also there are shopping centers that are looking at Bastrop, but it does take alot of time and planning. There are rumors of some larger stores coming though.
11/10/2006
Subject:
Retirement Home in Bastrop
Question:
My parents would like to make Bastrop their final residence. I have not seen a retirement/assisted living home in Bastrop. Would you please advise the nearest facility? I am not talking about a nursing home but rather a retirement/assisted living establishment.
Thank You! - DK
Location:
Tucson,
AZ
Editor's Comment:
Bastrop has a very nice Assisted Living facility called Argent Court Assisted Living.It is located at 508 Old Austin Hwy in Bastrop (78602). The phone number is 512-321-9500.
NRG
11/7/2006
Subject:
voting
Question:
We live in Cedar Creek, where do we go to vote? - cm
Location:
cedar creek,
tx
Editor's Comment:
I'm sorry that I was unable to answer your voting question in time, but I have been out of town for the past 5 days.NRG
11/5/2006
Subject:
Vehicle Registration
Question:
Can I go to the JP 3 building to registrar my vehicle or do I have to go to the annex? - dse
Location:
Cedar Creek,
TX
Editor's Comment:
JP 3 Building does not have a tax office at this time and you would not be able to register a vehicle. (They are planning to build a tax office in the future). Bastrop, Smithville, and Elgin have tax offices now, so Bastrop would probably be the closest. NRG
11/4/2006
Subject:
do you have
Question:
Do you have a Salvation Army in Basdrop?/
Do you have a V.A. Office in Basdrop? Or where are the nearest ones? - bj
Location:
Lubbock,
Tx
Editor's Comment:
There is no listing of the Salvation Army in the Bastrop phone directory. The Austin Salvation Army phone listing is 512-476-1111. There are a number of locations in Austin. Bastrop County has Veteran's Services located at 801 Pine St. in Bastrop. The phone is 512-321-2297.NRG
10/27/2006
Subject:
Voting
Question:
I live in Elgin, off of 1704 near Arbuckle Road, where is my polling place, and do they do early voting? Also, I don't have my registration card, but I am registered to vote, will an photo ID allow me to vote? - HK
Location:
Elgin,
TX
Editor's Comment:
All early voting places have closed except at the Bastrop Courthouse Annex Bldg. 804 Pecan St. in Bastrop. Hours are from 8am to 5pm this Monday through Friday (Oct.30-Nov.3). You can vote at this location regardless of where you live in the county for early voting. You must bring your voter registration card or some form of ID to vote. First time voters must bring both their voter registration card and a photo ID. On election day, Nov.7th, you can only vote at your precinct. The Elgin precincts are Pct. 4002 at the Elgin Fire Station at 111 North Ave.C in Elgin; Pct.4006 at the Elgin Bank of Texas at 25 N. Main in Elgin; and Pct. 4015 at Family Worship Center at 2418 FM 1704, in Elgin. For more information contact the Elections Department at (512) 581-7160.
10/23/2006
Subject:
Early Voting Places
Question:
We live in Cedar Creek and wish to vote early but do not know where the early voting places are. Can you tell us where we can go vote for the 2006 elections? - DAP
Location:
Cedar Creek
Editor's Comment:
Voting early in the Cedar Creek area for the 2006 elections is at the J.P. #3 Bldg. 111 Pearce Lane. The days are Oct.26, 27, and 28.The times are Thursday and Friday from 8am-5pm.On Saturday from 9am-3pm.
10/10/2006
Subject:
Dinosaur Park
Question:
I've heard about the Dinosaur Park in Bastrop County. I am curious to know where it is located and cost... - RIP
Editor's Comment:
The Dinosaur Park is located on 893 Union Chapel Rd off Highway 71 between Bastrop and Austin. For exact directions and information go to:
www.thedinopark.com . Their phone number is 321-6262. The cost is $5 per person and babies under 2 are free.
9/28/2006
Subject:
a texan at heart
Question:
i used to live in texas, when i was 16, my family moved to MAINE. and i never got to get a yearbook to remember everyone. i'm now in my 30's and would like something to remember everyone. i've been homesick lately.
if you can help me, it would be appreciated.
catherine - cm
Location:
windham,
me us
Editor's Comment:
Did you live in Bastrop? Did you attend Bastrop High School? If so you might list the dates you were here and see if anyone around here might help you get information about yearbooks and also if anyone in your class still lives around here. Also Classmates.com lists alot of members in different Bastrop High School classes. NRG
9/28/2006
Subject:
Elderly services
Question:
I am contemplating moving to Rockne or Bastrop with my 92 yr old g.mother. Does your area provide Meals on Wheels? How far is it to the nearest hospital? Is there a local cardiologist?
Thanks! - MN
Location:
Boerne,
TX
Editor's Comment:
The answer is yes to all 3 questions. For Meals on Wheels call Marsha at 512-332-0125 when you move here. Bastrop has a local hospital-Lakeside Hospital. Smithville Regional Hospital is about 15 miles from here and has plans to build a hospital in Bastrop also. There are a number of cardiologists that come to Bastrop on a regular basis.--NRG
8/28/2006
Subject:
question on how to marry a inmate in Bastrop county jail
Question:
I have a question about getting married to a inmate that is in Bastrop county jail. I'm not sure what I need to do to get started. Is there a way we could get married at the jail itself? If so what do I need to do to get the process started? - TS
Location:
,
TX
Editor's Comment:
A call to the County Jail gave me the information that no marriages are allowed in the Bastrop County Jail.NRG
8/19/2006
Subject:
Federal Prison
Question:
Is there any public transportation from Bastrop to the prison?
Also, is there a Greyhound Bus Station in Bastrop?
Do any of the hotel/motels have a shuttle bus? - JMT
Location:
,
TX
Editor's Comment:
There is public transportation available in Bastrop and Bastrop County through the Bastrop Municpal Bus Service, a division of the Capital Area Rural Transportation System (CARTS).There is transportation to the Federal Prison generally on Thursdays but a reservation is needed usually a day in advance so that the time leaving and returning can be made. There is no service on weekends. Other arrangements can be made on other weekdays. Arrangements can be made with CARTS at phone number 512-478-7433 or 1-800-456-7433.NRG
8/14/2006
Subject:
Federal Prison
Question:
i will be visting bastrop at the federal prison. What is the best way to get from my hotel the holiday inn express to the prison. everytime i try to mapquest it, it says it cant find agnes as a street? - crm
Editor's Comment:
Holiday Express is on Agnes Street. You can go right as you leave the parking lot at the Hotel, and take the first right (at Comfort Inn)go to Mcdonalds (which is on Highway 71 access road), take another right here on the access road and follow it all the way to the Bridge crossing the Colorado River. You'll stay on the left side of the road because you will turn left when you get to the light at Highway 95. Keep straight on this highway as you pass Chestnut Square Movies.
You'll go north on t
