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Burnet County books show balance boost

Burnet County books show balance boost

Good fiscal news echoed through the ears of the Burnet County commissioners during their recent regular session, During the Oct. 18 meeting, County Treasurer Karrie Crownover reported the county finished Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 with a cash and investment balance of more than $62 million. 10/22/2024 02:07 AM

A line of voters started early Oct. 21 on the first day of early voting at the Texas Tech Highland Lakes complex in Marble Falls. Connie Swinney/The Highlander

Numbers spike during first morning of early voting

Voting got off to a rousing start Monday, Oct. 21, at a handful of locations throughout the county with reports of a few minor human errors. 10/22/2024 02:07 AM

Contributed photo U.S. Congress-man John Carter (TX-31) admired the newly-installed Alamo Letter Society plaque on the courthouse square.

New plaque for courthouse memorializes Alamo letter

More than 30 Burnet County officials and residents attended the commemoration of a new bronze- and gold-colored, compact-sized plaque that replicates word-for-word the “Victory or Death” letter composed during the Texas Revolution at the Alamo by Col. William B. Travis. 10/22/2024 02:07 AM

Horseshoe Bay, Cottonwood Shores hit with chlorine incident

Horseshoe Bay, Cottonwood Shores hit with chlorine incident

10/21/2024 01:41 PM

Early voting starts Monday

Early voting starts Monday

a brisk response to the election season. Early voting begins Monday, Oct. 10/18/2024 02:06 AM

Rural residents offered free rides to the polls

Rural residents offered free rides to the polls

Burnet County voters – Need a free ride to an election booth? No problem. The Capital Area Rural Transportation System (CARTS) plans to offer free rides to and from Burnet County polling places on Election Day, and during the early voting period also. 10/18/2024 02:06 AM

Groundwater official warns about lingering drought

Groundwater official warns about lingering drought

The Central Texas Groundwater Conservation District (CTGCD) board recently decided to continue Stage 3 “severe drought” groundwater use conditions. Stage 3 groundwater recommendations will continue until further notice, the board decided during its Oct. 10/18/2024 02:06 AM

Voters to decide tax rate hike to benefit schools

Voters to decide tax rate hike to benefit schools

Voters within Marble Falls ISD will determine whether to raise their tax rate 2.67 cents to generate $2.2 million to help the district ease a budget deficit. Proposition A, a school funding election, will be on the ballot for the Nov. 10/18/2024 02:06 AM

Marble Falls council hears pleas to join shelter partnership

Marble Falls council hears pleas to join shelter partnership

For the time being, Marble Falls is the only city within the immediate Burnet and Llano County area that maintains an independent animal care facility. However, that circumstance may change during upcoming months. 10/18/2024 02:06 AM

Contributed/ MFISD Burnet County first responders were honored before the football game Friday night at Marble Falls Mustang Stadium Oct. 11.

Community honors first responders

Burnet County first responders were honored before the football game Friday night at Marble Falls Mustang Stadium Oct. 11. 10/15/2024 02:03 AM

Early voting starts next week

Early voting starts next week

Eligible Texans are encouraged to make a plan for voting. According to this year’s election calendar, early voting opens Monday, Oct. 10/15/2024 02:03 AM

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Water watchdog: stakes high for water next session

Leaders of an area watchdog group hope residents in the Highland Lakes will make a trek downstream for an update and to weigh in on Texas water policy. To share their proposed legislation for lawmakers, Central Texas Water Coalition (CTWC) is hosting a series of town hall meetings. 10/15/2024 02:03 AM

Demolition began Oct. 8 to make room for additional kennels and play yards at Hill Country Humane Society. Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

Shelter expanding with local help

Crews demolished structures Oct. 8 on the grounds of a key dog shelter for the region to expand services and resources for intakes. 10/11/2024 02:01 AM

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Congregant charged in alleged church shooting hoax

Authorities have charged a member of a Burnet church’s security team, following reports of "shots fired" at the venue on Sunday. Since the incident unfolded, communities were on edge to the point where local schools heightened security on campuses. 10/08/2024 04:59 AM

In recognition of his exceptional contributions to student learning, first-year Spanish teacher Kendall Moss, at left, was presented with the September Spotlight on Excellence Award by Superintendent Jeff Gasaway. Contributed photo/MFISD

MFISD celebrates Spotlight Award winners

Marble Falls ISD is committed to fostering a culture of excellence, engagement and growth for all students and staff. Through initiatives like the Spotlight on Excellence and Engagement awards, the district celebrates individuals who embody the MFISD core values of engagement, dedication, creativity and inspiration. 10/08/2024 04:59 AM

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