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On Feb. 7, Frank Reilly, who was appointed by Burnet County commissioners to fill the precinct 4 justice of the peace spot, places his hand on the Bible held by the Rev. Sally Anderson. He was sworn in by (right) retiring Pct. 4 Justice of the Peace Debbie Bindseil. The ceremony was held i...
Pct. 4 justice of the peace sworn in
On Feb. 7, Frank Reilly, was sworn in. He was appointed by Burnet County commissioners to fill the precinct 4 justice of the peace spot. 02/11/2025 02:21 AM
Burnet County approves new background checks
Burnet County approves new background checks
Recently, the Burnet County Commissioners adopted a new policy related to county employee background security checks. Pct. 02/11/2025 02:21 AM
Devin Garkie (left) showed his support for Burnet County judge applicant Alan Trevino Feb. 6, during a county judge forum at the AgriLife Building.
Burnet County judge candidate greet the public
More than 100 area residents attended the Burnet County judge applicants forum Feb. 6, which featured 10 questions, ranging from growth and infrastructure to budget and personnel morale. 02/11/2025 02:21 AM
The storefront of the new venue, Big Easy Saloon, is reminiscent of pioneer days with a modern flare. The venue is shooting for a spring grand opening. Contributed photos/Barbara Rosenberger
Shooting for success
Business Spotlight 02/11/2025 02:21 AM
Meadowlakes city councilman dies after heart attack
Meadowlakes city councilman dies after heart attack
02/07/2025 02:14 PM
SWAT, Marble Falls PD make dangerous drug arrests
SWAT, Marble Falls PD make dangerous drug arrests
02/07/2025 01:49 PM
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Athletic facilities a big ticket in school bond proposal
The Marble Falls Independent School District (MFISD) Board of Trustees approved putting a bond before voters on the May 3 ballot. The bond, valued at $172.2 million, has four parts: general facilities planning, staff one-toone devices, athletics and indoor multipurpose facility. 02/07/2025 02:18 AM
EDC approves $19K for park bridge lights
EDC approves $19K for park bridge lights
Recently, the Marble Falls Economic Development Corporation Board approved a change order, one contract amendment and a grant application. All of the transactions totaled more than $47,000. 02/07/2025 02:18 AM
Marble Falls Mayor Dave Rhodes gives Kim Edwards the proclamation honoring Rick Edwards, her late husband, former Marble Falls ISD board member and beloved community benefactor. The Day of Service in his honor is scheduled for Feb. 14, when volunteers will descend on the community for phil...
Proclamation ushers in Edwards Day of Service
Marble Falls Mayor Dave Rhodes gives Kim Edwards the proclamation honoring Rick Edwards, her late husband, former Marble Falls ISD board member and beloved community benefactor. The Day of Service in his honor is scheduled for Feb. 14, when volunteers will descend on the community for philanthropic projects. 02/07/2025 02:18 AM
Developer eyes 1,500 homes for Manzano project
Developer eyes 1,500 homes for Manzano project
Marble Falls City Council moved forward with plans to develop the Manzano Mile during its recent meeting. By a 6-0 vote, the council approved an agreement with Rockspring Development LLC to develop the Manzano Mile subdivision over more than 253 acres at the Manzano Drive and east FM 1431 northeast corner. 02/07/2025 02:18 AM
Commissioners reduce county judge applicants forum to one session
Commissioners reduce county judge applicants forum to one session
Burnet County judge candidates were scheduled to participate in a question and answer forum on Thursday, Feb. 6, prior to print deadline. 02/07/2025 02:18 AM
After an investigation, Granite Shoals police made a traffic stop Jan. 28 in the parking lot of the Supermarket, located in the 7900 block of RM 1431. Authorities arrested a suspected illegal alien on firearm and drug charges. Contributed photo
Suspected illegal alien arrest stirs concerns about ICE roundup
01/31/2025 05:45 PM
Annexation policy on radar for cities
Annexation policy on radar for cities
Texas cities, especially smaller ones like Granite Shoals, have learned to keep an eye on the Texas Legislature during its biennial sessions. Since legislators gathered in Austin this month, City Attorney Joshua Katz has been tracking bills that could affect Granite Shoals, and during Tuesday’s city council meeting he brought council members up to date on some of them. 01/31/2025 02:14 AM
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department purchased the 2,020-acre property utilizing a combination of a onetime funding appropriation and funds from sporting goods sales tax. Contributed/Google Maps
Agency plants roots for Burnet County state park
A recent land purchase by the State of Texas will translate into thousands of acres of park space in Burnet County. Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) announced Jan. 01/31/2025 02:14 AM
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District judges to question county judge applicants
The Burnet County Commissioners Court recently agreed on a format related to a pair of public forums they plan to hold to assist their selection of a new county commissioners court judge. Pct. 01/31/2025 02:14 AM
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