By Connie Swinney
Staff Writer
A local church and a non-profit organization have both made it their mission to work in tandem to do God's work as they serve the hungry, even in the midst of concerns about the coronavirus.
“We've got to-go... + continue reading
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At the direction of Gov. Greg Abbott, Texas State Parks will be closed to the public effective at the close of business Tuesday, April 7 in order to maintain the safest environment for visitors, volunteers and staff, according to a press release from Texas Parks and... + continue reading
By Lew K. Cohn
Managing Editor
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott issued a statewide executive order on March 31 directing all Texans to minimize non-essential gatherings and in-person contact with people who are not in the same household and keeping schools closed to in-person classroon attendance through... + continue reading
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Rev. George Perry and Julie Boyd, working with Mission Marble Falls, are among volunteers continuing to serve the free hot takeout meals during lunch on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays (pictured here on April 3) at 1701 Broadway Ave. in Marble Falls.
By Connie Swinney
Staff Writer
A local church and a non-profit organization have both made it their mission to work in tandem to do God's work as they serve the hungry, even in the midst of concerns about the coronavirus.
“We've got to-go... + continue reading
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Singer/Songerwriter Alex Harvey had a large following in the Highland Lakes community, playing regularly at local music venues.
By Lew K. Cohn
Managing Editor
Singer-songwriter, actor and Highland Lakes resident Alex Harvey, who co-wrote the hit song “Delta Dawn,” died Saturday, April 4, his wife Gineille Sabilino posted on his Facebook page. Harvey was 73.
No immediate cause... + continue reading
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A customer about to go into the Marble Falls Walmart April 6 prepped for safety. The Burnet County Health Authority, following a recommendation from the Centers for Disease Control, encouraged residents to wear masks when in public to help mitigate the potential transmission of the coronavirus.
By Lew K. Cohn
Managing Editor
Federal and county health officials are now expanding COVID-19 prevention measures, including the wearing of surgical masks, aimed at halting the transmission of the coronavirus.
Over the weekend, officials pivoted to... + continue reading
Obituaries
February 21, 1953 — December 1, 2019
William (Bill) Earl Grubbs passed away Dec. 1, 2019 at home, after almost three decades of battling Parkinson's Disease. He was born Feb. 21, 1953 in Akron...
William Paul Harper
March 4, 1935 — January 26, 2020
William Paul Harper, 84, of Kingsland, Texas, embarked on his eternal adventure on Jan. 26, 2020. He was born on March 4, 1935, to Paul and Mae (...
Donald Clifford Lawrence
January 13, 1947 — February 2, 2020
Donald Clifford Lawrence, a longtime resident of Kingsland, Texas, passed from this life at age 73 on Feb. 2, 2020. He was surrounded by...
Robert Jackson Dyer
October 30, 1942 — January 23, 2020
Robert Jackson Dyer, 77, passed away peacefully Jan. 23, 2020 after a courageous five-year battle with lung cancer. Services will be held at 2...
Dessie “Ozeal” McGill
March 18, 1932 — January 21, 2020
Dessie “Ozeal” McGill was born March 18, 1932 in Arlington, Texas to parents Jewell Barron and Amelia Daly Barron, and died Jan. 21, 2020, in...
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The University Interscholastic League (UIL) is suspending all sanctioned contests, to include all rehearsals, practices and workouts, ... + continue reading
Nathan Hendrix/The Highlander
In the first half of the game on Friday, March 13, the Mustangs controlled possession, and senior Ethan Smith (left) netted a goal off a side throw from senior Gilder Vasquez.
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Senior outfielder Brooklyn Chavez has produced since moving into the lead-off spot for the Lady Mustangs. On Monday, Chavez finished 2-for-4 at the plate with a single, double, a stolen base and a run.
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Singer/Songerwriter Alex Harvey had a large following in the Highland Lakes community, playing regularly at local music venues.
By Lew K. Cohn
Managing Editor
Singer-songwriter, actor and Highland Lakes resident Alex Harvey, who co-wrote the hit song “Delta Dawn,” died Saturday,... + continue reading
Contributed
The Church at Horseshoe Bay revives Stations of the Cross during the Easter season for spiritual reflection and worship.
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Marble Falls-office Site Director Jeanne Emerson, back, and Community Resource Centers of Texas Executive Director Donna Klaeger continue to work to assist and protect vulnerable residents during the COVID-19 crisis.
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Numinous Coffee Roasters owner Alex Payson, left, and employee Ocean Leigh bake and package fresh bread for delivery to the Helping Center. The coffee shop has converted its dining room into a bakery to serve the needy.
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Publisher Jeff ShabramThe Highlander newspaper office, 304A Highlander Circle, is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday or call 830-693-4367 to subscribe, offer a news tip or advertise.
By Jeff Shabram
Publisher
As we all continue to deal with the fallout and effects of the threat of coronavirus, we realize that our readers need accurate... + continue reading
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Highlander managing editor Lew K. Cohn accepts the first-place plaque for Editorial Writing at the 140th annual Texas Press Association convention and trade show on Saturday, Jan. 18, at the Moody Gardens Hotel, Convention Center & Spa in Galveston. The Highlander won four awards overall.
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Jeff Shabram took over the reins for the Highlander and Bulletin staff on Nov. 4, as the new publisher and editor of the publications based in Marble Falls and Burnet, Texas.
