News Releases

 

2026

May

LCRA, Bluebonnet Electric Co-op award $25,000 grant to Martindale Fire & Rescue

May 15, 2026

LCRA, City of San Saba award $35,000 grant for repairs to historic Old Mill House

May 13, 2026

LCRA, City of Goldthwaite award $8,736 grant for new HVAC system at Legion Hall

May 13, 2026

LCRA launches ‘Conquer the Colorado’ water safety campaign

May 11, 2026

LCRA awards $49,999 grant for a new playground at Rocksprings City Park

May 8, 2026

LCRA awards $14,847 grant to Ingram VFD to provide covered area for firetrucks, equipment

May 8, 2026

LCRA awards $16,454 grant to help City of Ingram expand its emergency response after last year’s floods

May 8, 2026

LCRA awards $100,000 grant to expand Kerr County fire station

May 8, 2026

LCRA awards $25,000 grant to help Clyde splash pad open for first time since 2021

May 5, 2026

LCRA awards $11,174 grant for new backup generator for Eastland Fire Department

May 5, 2026

LCRA awards $13,035 grant to Taylor County EMS for vital emergency medical equipment

May 5, 2026

LCRA awards $25,000 grant for new solar-powered project at May schools

May 1, 2026

LCRA awards $39,208 grant for renovations to Trickham Community Center

May 1, 2026

LCRA awards $25,000 grant to Central Texas Veterans Memorial

May 1, 2026

April

LCRA volunteers help transform Texas communities during Steps Forward Day

April 17, 2026

March

LCRA Board names acting general manager following Phil Wilson’s departure

March 12, 2026

February

LCRA streamlines access to flood data and safety resources

FEB. 25, 2026

LCRA exploring adding another major reservoir to help meet region’s growing demands for water

FEB. 18, 2026

January

LCRA accepting applications in January for community grants of up to $100,000

JAN. 5, 2026

2025

December

LCRA awards almost $1.1 million in community grants

DEC. 19, 2025

LCRA awards $17,725 grant to Laguna Vista Fire-Rescue for updated emergency gear

DEC. 19, 2025

LCRA awards $100,000 community grant to El Progreso Memorial Library in Uvalde

DEC. 17, 2025

LCRA awards $50,000 grant to Dove Creek VFD for station upgrades

DEC. 16, 2025

LCRA awards $20,000 grant to help renovate Wharton County Veterans Memorial

DEC. 16, 2025

LCRA awards $24,503 grant for renovations to new Colorado County Emergency Operations Center

DEC. 16, 2025

LCRA awards $50,000 grant to Boling Fire Department for new refill station for air tanks

DEC. 16, 2025

LCRA awards $25,000 grant to Wall VFD for updated safety equipment

DEC. 16, 2025

LCRA awards $14,383 grant for upgrades to Florence Public Library

DEC. 12, 2025

LCRA, City of Lampasas award $21,568 grant to Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Texas

DEC. 5, 2025

LCRA awards $41,700 grant to Goldthwaite VFD for station expansion

DEC. 5, 2025

LCRA awards $4,770 grant to restore water access at Ebony Cemetery, community center

DEC. 5, 2025

LCRA, City of Lampasas award $50,000 grant for new shade structure at W.M. Brook Park

DEC. 5, 2025

LCRA, PEC award $25,000 grant to Hoover Valley Volunteer Fire and Emergency Services

DEC. 3, 2025

LCRA, PEC award $15,952 grant for new accessible restrooms at two Cottonwood Shores parks

DEC. 3, 2025

LCRA, PEC award $23,370 grant to build a lighted pier at Lakeview Park on Lake LBJ

DEC. 3, 2025

LCRA awards $24,403 grant to Castell VFD for new water supply to fight fires

DEC. 3, 2025

LCRA, City of Llano award $25,000 grant to Llano Volunteer Fire Department

DEC. 3, 2025

November

LCRA, Bandera Electric Co-op award $9,607 grant to Concan Volunteer Fire Department

NOV. 25, 2025

LCRA, Bandera Electric Co-op award $20,236 grant to Castle Lake Ranch VFD

NOV. 25, 2025

LCRA, Bandera Electric Co-op award $25,000 grant to Bandera Fire and Rescue

NOV. 25, 2025

LCRA awards $15,856 grant for renovations to Louise rice mill

NOV. 21, 2025

LCRA awards $25,000 grant to Palacios Preservation Association for outdoor historical exhibit

NOV. 21, 2025

LCRA awards $3,920 grant to Palacios Community Hub for rainwater catchment systems

NOV. 21, 2025

LCRA awards $23,100 grant to help restore historic Bronte Depot to mint condition

NOV. 20, 2025

LCRA awards $21,158 grant to add public restrooms at Lawn City Park

NOV. 20, 2025

LCRA awards $50,000 grant for inclusive playground at Eastland City Park

NOV. 20, 2025

LCRA awards $15,916 grant to Merkel VFD for much-needed emergency equipment

NOV. 20, 2025

LCRA, City of Brenham award $20,368 grant for American Legion Hall renovations

NOV. 19, 2025

LCRA, Bluebonnet Electric Co-op award $13,219 grant to Carmine VFD

NOV. 19, 2025

LCRA, Bluebonnet Electric Co-op award $25,000 grant for renovations to Carmine Hall

NOV. 19, 2025

LCRA, City of La Grange award $5,414 grant to honor local Revolutionary War hero

NOV. 19, 2025

LCRA awards $25,000 grant to Muldoon VFD for new brush truck, rescue equipment

NOV. 19, 2025

LCRA, City of San Saba award $25,000 grant for improvements to baseball field at Mill Pond Park

NOV. 14, 2025

LCRA, City of Mason award $25,000 grant to Mason VFD for utility task vehicle

NOV. 14, 2025

LCRA, City of Brady award $50,000 grant to Frontera Healthcare Network for renovations to Brady Clinic

NOV. 14, 2025

LCRA awards $24,800 grant for renovations to fellowship hall near Waelder

NOV. 6, 2025

LCRA awards $22,595 grant for new playground equipment in Waelder

NOV. 6, 2025

LCRA, Bluebonnet Electric Co-op award $27,690 grant for helicopter landing pad

NOV. 6, 2025

LCRA, Bluebonnet Electric Co-op award $50,000 grant to Rockne Community Recreation Center

NOV. 6, 2025

LCRA, Bluebonnet Electric Co-op award $19,869 grant to Bastrop County first responders

NOV. 6, 2025

October

LCRA, PEC award $19,125 grant for major improvements to Driftwood Community Center

OCT. 31, 2025

Arbuckle Reservoir now operational

OCT. 21, 2025

September

LCRA to lower Inks Lake for eight weeks beginning Oct. 1

SEPT. 9, 2025

The Highland Lakes are almost full again. Now what?

SEPT. 2, 2025

August

LCRA awards $28,400 grant to City of Burnet for upgrades to water metering system

AUG. 8, 2025

LCRA awards $100,000 grant to City of Leander for improvements to municipal water utility

AUG. 8, 2025

Boaters on the Highland Lakes should look out for flood debris for several more weeks

AUG. 7, 2025

July

LCRA still advises caution on Highland Lakes

July 24, 2025

Use extra caution on the Highland Lakes after recent floods

July 17, 2025

Flood operations underway, avoid being on the Highland Lakes

July 14, 2025

Avoid the Highland Lakes at night, use extra caution during day

July 10, 2025

LCRA advises everyone to stay off the Highland Lakes for the next few days

July 6, 2025

LCRA advises people to stay off lakes Travis, LBJ and Marble Falls for the next few days

July 5, 2025

Central Texas remains in a serious drought even after recent rains

July 2, 2025

LCRA offering larger rebates for home water conservation projects

July 1, 2025

June

LCRA accepting applications in July for community grants of up to $100,000

June 24, 2025

LCRA awards more than $1.1 million in grants for community projects

June 16, 2025

LCRA, PEC award $25,000 grant for upgrades to Johnson City little league field

June 13, 2025

LCRA, PEC award $25,000 grant for new restrooms at Creekside Park

June 13, 2025

LCRA, PEC award $18,315 grant to Blanco Fire and EMS Auxiliary

June 13, 2025

LCRA, PEC award $25,000 grant to Great Springs Project for new trail, trailhead

June 13, 2025

LCRA, Bandera Electric Co-op award $21,048 grant to Utopia Volunteer EMS

June 6, 2025

LCRA awards $23,350 grant to Mountain Home VFD for new safety gear

June 6, 2025

LCRA awards $25,000 grant for new walking, biking trail in Junction

June 6, 2025

LCRA awards $24,925 grant to improve emergency room safety at Kimble hospital

June 6, 2025

LCRA, City of Waelder award $10,626 grant for upgraded equipment for Waelder firefighters

June 4, 2025

LCRA, City of Shiner award $50,000 grant for upgrades to KC Community Hall

June 4, 2025

LCRA, City of Hallettsville award $25,000 grant for new marquee at visitor center

June 4, 2025

LCRA, Bluebonnet Electric Co-op award $25,000 grant to enhance training for rural firefighters, first responders

June 4, 2025

May

LCRA, City of Brenham award $25,000 grant for new thermal imaging cameras to help in fighting fires

May 30, 2025

LCRA, Bluebonnet Electric Co-op award $17,478 grant to Round Top Family Library for outdoor classroom

May 30, 2025

LCRA awards $45,440 grant for upgrades at Veterans, Simmang Northwest parks

May 30, 2025

LCRA, Bluebonnet Electric Co-op award $24,500 grant to South Lee County VFD

May 30, 2025

LCRA, City of San Saba award $6,950 grant to improve lighting at the San Saba County Rodeo Arena

May 29, 2025

LCRA awards $16,210 grant to help develop food truck park in Richland Springs

May 29, 2025

LCRA, City of Goldthwaite award $25,000 grant to upgrade school athletic facilities

May 29, 2025

LCRA, City of Brady award $24,159 grant to Brady Volunteer Fire Department

May 29, 2025

LCRA to offer two $100,000 community grants to celebrate grant program’s 30th year

May 27, 2025

LCRA Board approves business and capital plans for fiscal year 2026

May 21, 2025

LCRA says keep safety first on the Highland Lakes

May 20, 2025

LCRA, Hamilton County Electric Co-op award $24,975 grant for upgrades to Evant school playground

May 15, 2025

LCRA, Hamilton County Electric Co-op award $4,943 grant to Lometa Police Department

May 15, 2025

LCRA, Hamilton County Electric Co-op award $25,000 grant to Lometa ISD for pickleball court

May 15, 2025

LCRA, Hamilton County Electric Co-op award $50,000 grant to Shive VFD

May 15, 2025

LCRA, City of Bellville award $24,700 grant to add air conditioning at Concordia Hall

May 14, 2025

LCRA awards $25,000 grant to Cat Spring Volunteer Fire Department

May 14, 2025

LCRA, City of Flatonia award $19,805 grant to upgrade Flatonia soccer field

May 14, 2025

LCRA awards $24,960 grant for upgrades to Eagle Lake Recreation Center

May 14, 2025

LCRA awards $18,758 grant for upgrades at Columbus Community Park

May 14, 2025

LCRA awards $19,857 grant to Sunrise Beach VFD

May 9, 2025

LCRA, PEC award $19,543 grant to Cassie VFD and EMS

May 9, 2025

LCRA awards $24,902 grant for new warning system at Llano low-water crossing

May 9, 2025

LCRA awards $25,000 grant to improve boat ramp access at Llano County Park

May 9, 2025

LCRA awards $25,000 grant for musical playground at Friendship Park

May 8, 2025

LCRA awards $50,000 grant to Danish Heritage Preservation Society

May 8, 2025

LCRA awards $35,055 grant to Sargent Area Fire and Rescue

May 8, 2025

LCRA awards $50,000 grant to first responders for new safety equipment

May 2, 2025

LCRA awards $19,823 grant to Glen Cove Volunteer Fire Department

May 1, 2025

LCRA awards $20,000 grant to Coleman County Center for Seniors

May 1, 2025

LCRA awards $50,000 grant to Bronte Community Center for major upgrade

May 1, 2025

LCRA awards $23,136 grant to Santa Anna Volunteer Fire Department for new protective gear

May 1, 2025

April

LCRA awards $10,720 grant to Odem Little League for new scoreboards

April 30, 2025

LCRA awards $4,730 grant to Berclair VFD for new protective equipment

April 30, 2025

LCRA awards $25,000 grant for outdoor fitness court in Kenedy

April 30, 2025

LCRA awards $4,861 grant to Smiley Marshal’s Office for safety equipment

April 30, 2025

LCRA sets meeting for May 13 to receive comments on proposed quarry

April 22, 2025

LCRA Volunteers Take on Projects in 35 Texas Communities During Steps Forward Day

April 11, 2025

March

LCRA awards $114,600 in grants to two Travis County utilities for water conservation projects

March 31, 2025

Driving across the dry lakebed at Lake Buchanan is allowed in certain circumstances

March 24, 2025

Continuing drought triggers increased restrictions for LCRA water customers

March 3, 2025

February

LCRA announces 2025 schedule for property owners who want to treat invasive aquatic vegetation

FEB. 25, 2025

LCRA may limit customers to once-a-week outdoor watering beginning in March

FEB. 20, 2025

2024

December

LCRA accepting applications in January for community grants

DEC. 17, 2024

LCRA awards almost $900,000 in grants for community projects

DEC. 13, 2024

LCRA awards $50,000 grant to Frelsburg Volunteer Fire Department

DEC. 13, 2024

LCRA, City of Brenham award $4,896 grant for new lights at high school theater

DEC. 13, 2024

LCRA, City of Brenham award $10,000 grant to Brenham Heritage Museum

DEC. 13, 2024

LCRA awards $11,437 grant for improvements to Stafford Opera House

DEC. 13, 2024

LCRA, PEC award $24,438 grant to Lakeway Police Department for new lifesaving medical equipment

DEC. 5, 2024

LCRA and Bluebonnet Electric Co-op award $23,819 grant to Prairie Hill-Rocky Hill Volunteer Fire Department

DEC. 4, 2024

LCRA and Bluebonnet Electric Co-op award $18,123 grant to Meyersville Volunteer Fire Department

DEC. 4, 2024

LCRA, City of La Grange award $25,000 grant for improvements to masonic lodge

DEC. 3, 2024

LCRA, City of Giddings award $25,000 grant for improvements to American Legion Hall

DEC. 3, 2024

LCRA, City of La Grange award $23,684 grant to renovate restrooms in school district’s 1938 Hermes Gym

DEC. 3, 2024

LCRA, City of Giddings award $20,080 grant to Lee County Little League

DEC. 3, 2024

LCRA, Bluebonnet Electric Co-op award $17,710 grant to Blue VFD

DEC. 3, 2024

November

LCRA, City of Cuero award $18,568 grant to Cuero Volunteer Fire Department

NOV. 20, 2024

LCRA, City of Luling award $25,000 grant for air conditioning in Luling Foundation’s demonstration barn

NOV. 20, 2024

LCRA awards $25,000 grant for improvements to the Luling Civic Center

NOV. 20, 2024

LCRA, City of Cuero award $50,000 grant to expand Chisholm Trail Heritage Museum

NOV. 20, 2024

LCRA awards $4,938 grant to Ander-Weser Volunteer Fire Department

NOV. 20, 2024

LCRA, PEC award $7,488 grant to Bergheim Volunteer Fire Department

NOV. 15, 2024

LCRA, Bandera Electric Co-op award $50,000 grant to Frio Canyon Parks Association

NOV. 15, 2024

LCRA, Coastal Bend radio coalition join forces to keep first responders connected outside their service areas

NOV. 14, 2024

LCRA awards $15,715 grant to Matagorda Historical Society for upgrades at Heritage Park

NOV. 13, 2024

LCRA awards $50,000 grant for new roof at historic Blessing Hotel

NOV. 13, 2024

LCRA awards $24,967 grant to renovate local Knights of Columbus Hall

NOV. 13, 2024

LCRA awards $25,000 grant for upgrades to Richland Hall

NOV. 11, 2024

LCRA awards $12,767 grant to City of Mason for new disc golf course

NOV. 8, 2024

LCRA, City of Goldthwaite award $23,498 grant for improvements to golf course clubhouse

NOV. 8, 2024

LCRA, Bluebonnet Electric Co-op award $24,400 grant to Bastrop County First Responders

NOV. 1, 2024

October

LCRA awards $24,974 grant to Tom Green County for park improvements

OCT. 30, 2024

LCRA awards $23,582 grant to Crockett County Museum for new sign

OCT. 30, 2024

LCRA awards $20,214 grant to Junction After School Program, Family Center

OCT. 30, 2024

LCRA, PEC award $50,000 grant to Kimble County EMS for new ambulance

OCT. 30, 2024

LCRA awards $25,000 grant to Fredericksburg Volunteer Fire Department

OCT. 30, 2024

LCRA awards $25,000 grant to City of Coleman to help residents keep properties up to code

OCT. 29, 2024

LCRA awards $13,430 grant to Comanche Shores VFD

OCT. 29, 2024

LCRA awards $22,249 grant to Bangs VFD for life-saving equipment

OCT. 29, 2024

LCRA awards $24,996 grant to Coleman County Youth Activity Center for major renovations

OCT. 29, 2024

LCRA awards $25,000 grant to Tow Volunteer Fire Department

OCT. 23, 2024

LCRA, PEC Award $25,000 grant to Falls on the Colorado Museum

OCT. 23, 2024

LCRA awards $7,478 grant to promote water conservation

OCT. 17, 2024

July

LCRA offers more ways to save with expanded WaterSmart rebate program

July 9, 2024

Water conservation continues to be vitally important, especially during hot summer months

July 2, 2024

June

LCRA accepting applications in July for community grants

June 28, 2024

LCRA awards more than $1 million in grants for community projects

June 26, 2024

LCRA awards $9,161 grant to Edwin Wolters Memorial Museum

June 25, 2024

LCRA, City of Yoakum award $25,000 grant for digital sign at high school

June 25, 2024

LCRA awards $50,000 grant to Belmont Volunteer Fire Department

June 25, 2024

LCRA, City of San Marcos award $9,885 grant to Hays County

June 11, 2024

LCRA, City of Llano award $13,265 grant to Llano County for emergency equipment

June 6, 2024

LCRA, PEC award $24,000 grant to Kempner Volunteer Fire Department

June 6, 2024

LCRA, City of San Saba award $50,000 grant to San Saba Volunteer Fire Department

June 6, 2024

LCRA, Bluebonnet Electric Co-op award $25,000 grant for new cultural center

June 4, 2024

LCRA, City of La Grange award $23,500 grant for new generator at emergency shelter

June 4, 2024

LCRA awards $25,000 grant to Sheridan Community Center

June 4, 2024

LCRA awards $4,800 grant for upgrades to historic building in Columbus

June 4, 2024

LCRA returns to Stage 1 of its drought response as lake levels increase

June 3, 2024

May

LCRA awards $25,000 grant to Oakridge Volunteer Fire Department

May 31, 2024

LCRA, Bluebonnet Electric Co-op award $14,112 grant to Rosanky Community Center Association

May 30, 2024

LCRA, Bluebonnet Electric Co-op award $41,278 grant to Paige Community Club

May 30, 2024

LCRA, Bluebonnet Electric Co-op award $15,868 grant to Dime Box Heritage Society

May 30, 2024

LCRA, Bluebonnet Electric Co-op award $20,371 grant for St. John Colony Civic Center

May 30, 2024

LCRA, City of Lexington award $25,000 grant for new lighting at ball fields

May 30, 2024

LCRA, PEC award $15,708 grant to Hays County ESD #6

May 28, 2024

LCRA, City of Luling award $20,336 grant for Fritz Zedler House repairs

May 28, 2024

LCRA’s Memorial Day message: Stay safe on the Highland Lakes

May 24, 2024

LCRA Board approves business and capital plans for fiscal year 2025

May 22, 2024

LCRA, City of Goldthwaite award $25,000 grant for repairs to Mills County Historical Museum

May 16, 2024

LCRA, City of Lampasas award $25,000 grant to Lampasas Trails

May 16, 2024

LCRA, Hamilton County Electric Co-op award $19,172 grant to Adamsville VFD

May 16, 2024

LCRA, Hamilton County Electric Co-op award $10,716 grant to American Legion Post 487

May 16, 2024

LCRA awards $25,000 grant to Cat Spring Agricultural Society

May 14, 2024

LCRA, City of Bellville award $25,000 grant for modernized community message board

May 14, 2024

LCRA awards $4,796 grant for upgrades to popular community hall in Eagle Lake

May 14, 2024

LCRA awards $25,000 grant to Columbus Volunteer Fire Department

May 14, 2024

LCRA awards $25,000 grant for Kingsland Community Park Hall renovations

May 9, 2024

LCRA, PEC award $25,000 grant to Horseshoe Bay Fire Department

May 9, 2024

LCRA awards $25,000 grant to Olden Volunteer Fire Department

May 8, 2024

LCRA awards $17,432 grant to Brookesmith Volunteer Fire Department

May 7, 2024

LCRA awards $39,780 grant to Blanket Volunteer Fire Fighters Association

May 7, 2024

LCRA, Bandera Electric Co-op award $8,760 grant to Pipe Creek VFD

May 2, 2024

LCRA awards $20,000 grant to Kinney County Fire Rescue

May 2, 2024

LCRA awards $8,538 grant to the City of Brackettville for new UTV

May 2, 2024

LCRA, City of Brady award $25,000 grant for cardiac equipment for McCulloch County Hospital District ambulance

May 1, 2024

LCRA awards $17,920 grant to Pontotoc Ranch Fire Association

May 1, 2024

LCRA awards $50,000 grant for new Schleicher County library

May 1, 2024

April

LCRA awards $25,000 grant to Northside Center for new restrooms

April 30, 2024

LCRA awards $14,526 grant to Matagorda Volunteer Fire Department

April 30, 2024

LCRA awards $2,850 grant to Palacios museum

April 30, 2024

LCRA awards $50,000 grant to Ledbetter VFD

April 25, 2024

LCRA, City of Brenham award $25,000 grant to Unity Theatre Company

April 25, 2024

LCRA awards $25,000 to City of Brenham for new mobile message boards

April 25, 2024

LCRA Volunteers Take on Projects in 30 Texas Communities During Steps Forward Day

April 12, 2024

LCRA to build second unit at new peaker power plant in Central Texas

April 9, 2024

LCRA announces new schedule, rebates for managing invasive aquatic vegetation on lakes Inks, LBJ and Marble Falls

April 1, 2024

March

First of 10 new floodgates installed at Wirtz Dam

March 25, 2024

Most LCRA agricultural customers will go without Highland Lakes water in 2024

March 2, 2024

February

LCRA limits outdoor watering to once a week until the drought eases

FEB. 21, 2024

January

LCRA community grant program accepting applications through January

JAN. 2, 2024

2023

August

LCRA selects Fagen, Inc. to design and build new peaker power plant in Central Texas

AUG. 2, 2023

March

LCRA selects Caldwell County for site of new peaker plant

March 17, 2023

January

LCRA to build new peaker power plant to help support Texas electric grid

JAN. 24, 2023

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