Category: General News

    Informational Meeting with Cindi Castilla

    September 1, 2023 by Mark L. Torrey in / /

    The Informational Meeting on Monday August 28th, drew a large crowd of serious Bastrop and adjacent Counties residents, as Cindi Castilla from The Texas Eagle Forum shared her knowledge on the status of several key Texas legislation. Many discussion topics are closely related to the Legislative Priorities passed at the 2022 Republican Party of Texas State Convention. Special note was given to those targeting improved Texas’ education, removing pornography from public schools, efforts on the ban of gender modification, the continued effort of illicit drug trafficking and more. Her presentation style encouraged spontaneous questions which worked well to clarify points of information while fresh in the audience minds. The TEF is working to encourage Governor Abbott to include those key legislation in an upcoming special session to ensure they are addressed in a timely manner.

    The Bastrop County Republican Party Informational Meetings are held the 4th Monday of every month at 6pm with the goal of sharing issues important to the resident of Bastrop County and Texas as a whole. Check out the BCRP website and calendar for more information and article links for each meeting.

    6th Annual Boots and Barbecue

    August 31, 2023 by Mark L. Torrey in / /

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    The Barbecue will be ready, the program inviting and the fun and camaraderie just waiting for you to join the BASTROP COUNTY REPUBLICAN PARTY’S 6TH ANNUAL BOOTS & BARBECUE FUNDRAISER! This happens September 23, 2023, at the Bastrop Convention & Exhibit Center, beginning at 5:00 p.m.
    Topping the special guests will be none other than “the Patriot Barbie” – Ms. Lindsey Graham. As our keynote speaker, Ms. Graham will tell the interesting story and happenings of her life that led to her receiving the title of the “Patriot Barbie”. She is the fierce, bold, and unapologetic voice for patriots and women across America. She champions strong men, embraces family values, and empowers women. Her new book, Targeted: One mom’s fight for life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, will be available for purchase at the event.
    Join us for the best barbecue dinner in Bastrop from Billy’s Pit Barbecue, our silent auction during the cocktail and VIP reception, and a live auction with some VERY SPECIAL items.
    For the latest information follow our website, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter today, and check back often …
    You can click here to register online.
    See y’all Saturday, September 23, 2023!

    “Bastrop Homecoming and Rodeo”

    August 20, 2023 by Mark L. Torrey in / /

    Saturday August 5th, 2023

    Thousands of delighted city and county residents and visitors alike were treated to the 76th annual Homecoming Parade Saturday morning. Over 120 parade entries of floats, trailers, school bands, athletic teams, civic clubs, antique cars and off-road vehicles and more gathered near Genesis High School at Cedar and Hill Streets in Bastrop. One by one they followed the parade route along Cedar to Main through Downtown and finished in the shade along Emile Street. The typical Texas heat and humidity of summer did not deter the nearly 30 representatives from the Bastrop County Republican Party (BCRP), Bastrop County Young Republicans (BCYR), Bastrop County Conservatives (BCC), Lost Pines Republican Women (LPRW), County Officials, supporters and volunteers who filled the trailer to capacity. Our parade entry, numbered 4 of 120, followed closely behind the leading Parade Marshall, three Fire Trucks, and City and County Officials in classic automobiles. Participants and spectators enjoyed the festivities by waving and cheering along the mile and quarter long route.

    Riding on the parade trailer were County Tax Assessor/Collector Ellen Owens, County Clerk Krista Bartsch, Precinct 4 Constable Joey Dzienowski, BCYR Chairwoman Kylie Cunningham, BCC Co-founder Mel Cooper and wife Linda, LPRW Members, BCRP supporters Glen and Susan Carlisle, Butch Carmack, Dominica McGinnis, Charles Brading and several of BCRP’s Precinct Chairs.  

    Scroll through the photos below and don’t forget to check out the 6th Annual Boots and Barbecue Fundraiser on September 23rd.

     

    Leadership Insitute Offers Campaign Training

    August 9, 2023 by Mark L. Torrey in / /

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    Bastrop County Conservatives presents …

    Bastrop County Texas ~ Campaign School ~

    August 25, 2023

    8:15 am – 4:45 pm

    Southside Market & BBQ Bastrop

    Registration Fee $25

    Fee includes light breakfast and lunch

    Sponsored by Leadership Institute, Arlington, VA

    If you are:

            • Considering running for public office
            • Have friends who may want to run for office
            • Plan to support someone running
            • You want to be knowledgeable so you can provide guidance
            • You would simply enjoy the information

    This is the class you need.

    Learn to:

            • Decide if a person is ready to run
            • Organize the campaign
            • Raise funds
            • Work with media
            • Communicate with voters

    You may not have an interest in all of these. That’s OK. Listen and learn about items of interest to you.

    You may have other commitments that day. If so, sign up and we will send you the information after the event.

    This is a great opportunity to prepare for the upcoming elections, to be valuable, to be part of the solution.

    Click Here for more details, curriculum, instructors, and to Pre-Register

     

     

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    BCRP at Elgin Western Days

    June 21, 2023 by Mark L. Torrey in / / / /

    This 54th annual event themed, ‘There’s No Place Like Western Days‘, is coming up in just a few days!!

    Attention VDR’s, and other volunteers … We need your help to make this a success. Bastrop County Republican Party’s presence, requirements and booth details are listed below.

    What: Voter Registration Booth

    Where: Elgin Memorial Park,
    1127 North Main St. (corner of Main St. & Highway 95 North)

    When: Saturday, June 24; 8:00 am – 5:30 pm

    Who: Minimum two volunteers/shift to include one VDR for time slots 10 am – 5:30 pm

               Shifts:

    8:00 – 10:00 (Set Up);
    10 – Noon;
    Noon – 2;
    2 – 4;
    4 – 5:30 (Tear Down)

    The 26-acre Elgin Memorial Park is shady and there’s a playground, restrooms, picnic tables and grills. You are encourage to bring your family and friends to enjoy the parade (begins at 10 am), all the booths (10-5), carnival (10-6), live bands (begin at 11:30 am) or even sign up for either the 8- team volleyball tournament or the Ain’t No Coward Cornhole Challenge.

    Contact Rebecca Moseley if you would like to volunteer, get event details, help setup and/or break down or have any questions.  Hope to see ya there!

    Thanks for your support.

    Lyle Nelson wins Runoff Election

    June 12, 2023 by Mark L. Torrey in / /

    City of Bastrop voters turned out in the numbers necessary to elect Lyle Nelson as the next City of Bastrop Mayor, defeating opponent Dock Jackson by 46 votes. Nelson had 567 votes, to Jackson’s 521, and will succeed Connie Schroeder who is stepping down after 2 terms. The swearing in ceremony will be held June 20th, 2023 at 6:00PM at City Hall.

    On Sunday Mayor Elect Nelson commented “I am honored and humbled to be elected as Bastrop’s next mayor. I believe the key to winning was voter involvement as well as a consistent message about continuing to address our infrastructure and encouraging positive development.”

    The pride of Bastrop City voters in this election is evidenced by the support from individuals and organizations throughout Bastrop County. Congratulations Mayor Elect Lyle Nelson !

    New Office Hours beginning April 1st.

    March 23, 2023 by Mark L. Torrey in

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    BCRP Office Hours are changing beginning April 1st.  Our new days and times are as follows:

    We will now be open later on Thursdays from 2:00pm until 6:00pm.

    The hours for Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday will be from 10:00am to 2:00pm.

    Stop in for a visit on what ever day works best for you !

     

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