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Area residents are working to keep animals or livestock sheltered and ensuring they can access non-frozen drinking water. On Jan. 17, Charlee Wilson-Caffee of Thunderhorse Outfitters at Reveille Peak Ranch

Freezing conditions descend on the Highland Lakes

Cold weather, snow and ice are some of the dangers people face. Those conditions can be life-threatening as well as cause damage to property. 01/21/2025 02:07 AM

Currently, the Burnet Central Appraisal District seeks a new construction manger to oversee the renovation of office space it owns next door to its headquarters at

Plans progressing for tax office makeover

The Burnet Central Appraisal District hopes soon to hire one construction manager soon to direct renovation of several enclosed square feet of office space the district owns at 215 S. Pierce, adjacent to district headquarters at 223 S. Pierce, near the Burnet County Courthouse east side and the Central Texas Groundwater Conservation District office. 01/21/2025 02:07 AM

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Winter storms: Keeping property damage to a minimum

In 2021, winter storms in Texas led to hundreds of thousands of insurance claims and billions of dollars in damage. Here are steps you can take to protect your home and property from winter storm damage, according to the Texas Department of Insurance. 01/21/2025 02:07 AM

File photo Due to the limited time available and the ongoing restructuring efforts, the SDBA will not be able to host a race at Lakefest in 2025.

Event organizers cancel Lakefest 2025

The Southern Drag Boat Association (SDBA) and the Marble Falls Highland Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce are issuing this joint statement to provide an important update regarding Lakefest 2025. As of January 2025, the Southern Drag Boat Association has undergone a transfer of ownership and is currently restructuring under new leadership. 01/21/2025 02:07 AM

Granite Shoals Municipal Judge Frank Reilly steps forward to accept his appointment as precinct 4 justice of the peace upon the retirement of Debbie Bindseil. Raymond V. Whelan/The Highlander

Commissioners tap replacement for JP spot

The Burnet County Commissioners Court gave a fond farewell to Pct. 4 Justice of the Peace Debbie Bindseil during their recent meeting. 01/17/2025 02:05 AM

Pct. 4 Commissioner Joe Don Dockery was selected as the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization representative for Burnet County. Contributed photo

Details emerge in county judge search process

Burnet County Commissioners Court recently clarified details for the appointment process for a county judge to fill the unexpired post. During the Jan. 01/17/2025 02:05 AM

Sheriffs office calls jump by 13%

Sheriffs office calls jump by 13%

Despite a hike in calls for service from the previous year, Burnet County Sheriff’s Office officials say peace officers have maintained expeditious response times. Burnet County Sheriff’s Office Chief Deputy Trevino reported Dec. 01/17/2025 02:05 AM

Filing begins for school, city candidates

Filing begins for school, city candidates

The filing deadline is underway for candidates vying for election in May for entities including school boards, cities, municipal utility districts and emergency services districts. Wednesday, Jan. 01/17/2025 02:05 AM

Local patriotic celebration marks inauguration day

Local patriotic celebration marks inauguration day

As a new president prepares to lead the country, local Republicans want the community to join in on a down home Inauguration Celebration. Burnet County Republicans are hosting the event on Monday, Jan. 01/17/2025 02:05 AM

Charge cell phones and stock your emergency kit. Include food, water, blankets, batteries, chargers, and other essential items. Contributed/PEC

PEC standing by for cold with all hands-on-deck

Following last week’s cold snap, Pedernales Electric Cooperative continues to monitor weather conditions closely as another batch of cold, arctic air is forecast to ascend over Texas this weekend. The latest front is expected to begin with very cold and dry air arriving Saturday, Jan. 18, with chances for precipitation across PEC’s service area Monday and Tuesday. Temperatures are also expected to remain below freezing for more than 48 hours in some parts of the Hill Country. 01/17/2025 02:05 AM

Marble Falls police swarmed a vehicle Jan. 16 just around 2:30 p.m. with weapons drawn on Second Street, west of Avenue N. The suspect, in his 50s, eventually surrendered about an hour an half later following a tense standoff. Contributed/Haley Booe

Distraught man taken into custody following standoff

01/16/2025 04:08 PM

LCRA to review quarry permit application

LCRA to review quarry permit application

A mining company has entered another phase of permit applications this month by making a request to the Lower Colorado River Authority. Asphalt Inc. 01/14/2025 02:02 AM

Seth Smith shows thumbs up with his right hand and holds a cupcake in his left hand to help Debbie Bindseil celebrate her upcoming retirement during a celebration Jan. 11 at the Spicewood Community Center.

Retiring JP recalls years of public service

After almost three decades of dedicated and valuable public service, Burnet County Justice of the Peace Pct. 4 Debbie Bindseil plans to retire next month. 01/14/2025 02:02 AM

File photo Spice wood Elementary School students partici - pate in a number of hands-on activities, including a recent presenta tion and tour with Pedernales Electric Coopera tive.

Spicewood Elementary honored by magazine

Students and employees at Marble Falls ISD’s Spicewood Elementary School had much to celebrate this holiday season. The U.S. News and World Report magazine named the school one of the nation’s best, awarding it the “U.S. News badge.” 01/10/2025 02:00 AM

Llano County Judge Ron Cunningham (left) swore in Marquis Cantu Jan. 1 to assume the role as sheriff for the Llano County Sheriff's Department. His wife Sarah and their young daughter were also in attendance.

Llano County swears in new sheriff

Marquis Cantu will assume Llano County sheriff duties Jan. 1 after being sworn in by Llano County Judge Ron Cunningham on that day. 01/10/2025 02:00 AM

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