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Commissioners discuss sheriff pay audit report

Commissioners discuss sheriff pay audit report

On Wednesday, the Burnet County Commissioners Court received the result of an extensive audit conducted over several previous months by the Baker Tilly private firm related to an investigation of the Burnet County Sheriff's Office payroll records. 08/16/2024 04:16 AM

Deadline for bridge comments approaches Aug. 20

Deadline for bridge comments approaches Aug. 20

The Texas Department of Transportation (Tx-DOT) and Burnet County have planned a public meeting to introduce Highland Lakes residents to the Wirtz Dam Road bridge project. A bridge to connect Cottonwood Shores (RR 2147) and Wirtz Dam Road (RR 1431)has been discussed and debated by locals for years. 08/16/2024 04:16 AM

Connie Swinney/ The Highlander Crews launched into parking lot work in the 900 block of Third Street on Aug. 14. Visitors to downtown will begin to see upgrades and improvements to parking, streets and sidewalks this year.

Street work signals bigger projects ahead in Marble Falls

Crews launched into parking lot work in the 900 block of Third Street on Aug. 14. Visitors to downtown will begin to see upgrades and improvements to parking, streets and sidewalks this year. 08/16/2024 04:16 AM

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Texas Housing Foundation bids farewell to local leader

The Texas Housing Foundation bids farewell to long-time local leadership as the organization launches a re-organization process. On June 17, administrators sent a letter to board members and other partners informing them about a key leadership change. 08/13/2024 04:13 AM

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School bus safety is paramount

year again. The first day of school is upon us; the Marble Falls Independent School District's first day is this week, Aug. 08/13/2024 04:13 AM

Important election deadlines looming

Important election deadlines looming

As attention on politics builds for the Nov. 5, 2024 election, Burnet County Election Admin- istration officials remind unregistered voters Oct. 08/06/2024 04:09 AM

Pictured, from left, are Valerie Ullmann, math teacher from Burnet CISD; Haley Thomas, counselor from Burnet Middle School; Leonard Venghaus, construction and trades instructor at Marble Falls ISD; and Jacob Tarver, shop and trade instructor at Faith Academy Marble Falls. Contributed Photo

PEC promotes linework careers at Educator Exploration Day

As teachers prepare to return to the classroom, Pedernales Electric Cooperative (PEC) hosted 11 educators, a group that included teachers, advisors and school counselors as well as welding and construction teachers from across Central Texas, July 24 at its Safety and Technical Training Center in Marble Falls. 08/06/2024 04:09 AM

Officials remedy ‘robocall attack’ against 9-1-1 system

Officials remedy ‘robocall attack’ against 9-1-1 system

A spam call “attack” disrupted 9-1-1 dispatch in a four-county area for several hours on Aug. 4, prompting officials to re direct emergencies calls. 08/06/2024 04:09 AM

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Keep close watch on water use

Let’s talk a little about water conservation. The recent precipita- tion was beneficial and partially alleviated our persistent drought concerns. 08/06/2024 04:09 AM

Public invited to Meet the Mustangs at rally, Aug. 8

Public invited to Meet the Mustangs at rally, Aug. 8

Marble Falls ISD parents, teachers and students should keep their eyes on a few important upcoming dates. Elementary Meet the Teacher is scheduled for Monday, Aug. 08/06/2024 04:09 AM

Marble Falls City Council set for budget talks

Marble Falls City Council set for budget talks

Marble Falls City Council will convene for a budget workshop 9 a.m. Tuesday, July 30, in City Hall, 800 Third Street. 07/30/2024 04:04 AM

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Just Passing Thru On Wednesday, from three to five gates were open at Max Starcke Dam at different times to pass through stormwater runoff flowing from the Llano River. Contributed/ James Oakley

Stormwater prompts floodgate operations

Area residents braced for flooding impact this week as stormwaters made their way through the Llano River, prompting the Lower Colorado River Authority to open floodgates. “The storm runoff that reached the Highland Lakes this week originated from heavy rains over the western portion of the Llano River watershed,” said LCRA spokeswoman Clara Tuma. 07/26/2024 04:02 AM

The Marble Falls Verizon Store was closed for the day after a report of a man who allegedly threatened staff with a knife. Contributed photo

Cops: Good guys with guns subdue knife-wielding suspect

Marble Falls Police Capt. James Cole told The Highlander that a man remains in jail after threatening staff and then succumbing to armed customers at a cell phone retail store in Marble Falls. 07/26/2024 04:02 AM

New voting software system approved

New voting software system approved

The Burnet County Commissioners Court recently approved the purchase of new voter software, including more than 40 new “poll books” that will compile and record voter identifications and registrations. 07/26/2024 04:02 AM

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