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Suspected measles case prompts alert

Suspected measles case prompts alert

Burnet Couny officials are cautioning the community about a possible measles infection in the community. “There is a measles outbreak in the state, and Burnet County has one possible case that we’re currently testing,” said Burnet County Health Authority Dr. 03/04/2025 02:33 AM

Granite Shoals sets up precursor to PIDs

Granite Shoals sets up precursor to PIDs

Granite Shoals city council members approve a resolution Tuesday that sets rules for public improvement districts (PIDs) even though the city has no PIDs on the horizon. The process was referred by Mayor Ron Munos as getting “all our ducks in a row.” 03/04/2025 02:33 AM

Suspected measles case prompts alert

Suspected measles case prompts alert

02/27/2025 03:42 PM

In June last year, residents Londa Chandler (left) and Darlene Hargett took a closer look at the planned new voting devices for Burnet County. The public gets an - other look on Feb. 25. File photo

Town hall to reveal new election gear

The public is invited to attend the Burnet County Elections Administration town hall meeting set for 6 p.m. Feb. 02/25/2025 02:30 AM

PEC to host first-of-its-kind emergency readiness fair

PEC to host first-of-its-kind emergency readiness fair

In a commitment to safety and caring for its members and communities, Pedernales Electric Cooperative is partnering with the Burnet County Sheriff’s Office and Office of Emergency Management to host a firstof- its-kind community preparedness fair, called “Ready as One”. 02/25/2025 02:30 AM

Below average rainfall complicates water problems

Below average rainfall complicates water problems

During its recent meeting, the Central Texas Groundwater Conservation District board voted unanimously to maintain stage four extreme drought mandatory water-use restrictions currently in force since several weeks ago. “We really need much above-average rainfall to get some movement on recharge levels in the aquifers, for surface water, too,” General Manager Mitchell Sodek told the board members. 02/25/2025 02:30 AM

Despite move, city sees HOT benets of Howdy Roo

Despite move, city sees HOT benets of Howdy Roo

Maybe the marriage is strained. Yet there will be no divorce between a long-running chili cookoff and the Marble Falls hotel/ motel occupancy tax (HOT). 02/21/2025 02:28 AM

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County judge hang up raises prospect of tie-breaker

Burnet County commissioners have yet to indicate whether the court could reach a decision on a county judge selection, harkening several theories about the potential outcome. On Feb. 02/21/2025 02:28 AM

PEC watching arctic front with crews, plans in place

PEC watching arctic front with crews, plans in place

02/18/2025 02:05 PM

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Five declare bids for council seats

By the 5 p.m. deadline on Feb. 02/18/2025 02:25 AM

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Forecast calls for surge of arctic air

I urge everyone to take the necessary precautions now to protect people, pets, pipes, and plants from the arctic outbreak this week. The chance for wintery precipitation late Tuesday into early Wednesday has diminished as the precipitation is forecast to end before temperatures fall below freezing. 02/18/2025 02:25 AM

HOT committee to review cook-off event award

HOT committee to review cook-off event award

The Marble Falls Hotel Motel Tax Advisory Committee plans to meet noon Feb. 19 to review the possible HOT Fund Award to the Highland Lakes CASI Chili Pod 2025, which conducts the annual Howdy Roo chili and barbecue cook-off. 02/18/2025 02:25 AM

Freezing weather prompts natural gas precautions

Freezing weather prompts natural gas precautions

Colder weather may impact the amount of natural gas you use. Using energy wisely and making a few household changes may produce a big difference in how much you spend on natural gas and other energy bills. 02/18/2025 02:25 AM

The project will include raising the ceiling by two feet, adding new windows, and installing a glass garage door, bringing in more natural light and a contemporary feel to the space. Contributed Rendering

Renovations coming for The Hall at Kingsland park

The Kingsland Chamber of Commerce is spearheading a significant renovation project for The Hall at Kingsland Community Park. Built in the 1960s by the Lions Club, The Hall has long been a staple of the Kingsland community. 02/14/2025 02:23 AM

Feds could assist in keeping Llano hospital doors open

Feds could assist in keeping Llano hospital doors open

Llano County commissioners got some good news about the county’s hospital at their regular meeting Monday. “We’ve made important progress over the last two weeks, not only have we made significant progress in defining the final agreement between Llano (county) and MidCoast (Health Systems), but we’ve also worked with the (U.S. 02/14/2025 02:23 AM

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