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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

Investigation launches into 'shots fired' at Burnet church

Investigation launches into 'shots fired' at Burnet church

10/07/2024 01:17 PM

Elections office sees spike in registration calls

Elections office sees spike in registration calls

The deadline to regis ter to vote in the Novem- ber election is a few days away. As usual, interest in elections during pres idential election years is gaining momentum," said Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson in a statement. 10/04/2024 04:47 AM

City of Marble Falls looks to soften development fees

City of Marble Falls looks to soften development fees

As the new fiscal year got underway, the first meeting of the Mar ble Falls City Council proceeded smoothly from start to finish. All seven members of the council attend - ed the first meeting of Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Oct. 1 in city hall at 800 Third Street, including Mayor Dave Rhodes, Mayor Pro-tem Craig Magerkurth and council members Karlee Cauble, Lauren Haltom, Griff Morris, Bryan 10/04/2024 04:47 AM

Deed to change hands from EDC to hotel group

Deed to change hands from EDC to hotel group

The Marble Falls Economic Development Corporation (EDC) recently held its first meeting of Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 at city hall, 800 Third Street. During the Oct. 10/04/2024 04:47 AM

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Accused child sex abuser sentenced to life in prison

A Burnet County jury sentenced Jackey Martin to life in prison Sept. 18, after finding him guilty of the aggravated sexu - al assault of a child, and Judge Allan Garrett of the 33rd District Court sentenced Martin in ac- cordance with the jury's verdict. 10/04/2024 04:47 AM

First school funding election meeting, Oct. 5

First school funding election meeting, Oct. 5

Special to The Highlander Marble Falls ISD will hold three community meetings about the up - coming school funding election. Superintendent Jeff Gasaway will host the meetings, which will pro - vide an opportunity for community members to learn about the election and ask questions. 10/01/2024 04:45 AM

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