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Marble Falls school district quells threat concerns

Marble Falls school district quells threat concerns

A social media furor in connection with alleged school safety threats prompted school officials statewide to enhance security and calm fears on campuses. On Sept. 09/13/2024 04:33 AM

Burnet County endorses Alliance land law memo

Burnet County endorses Alliance land law memo

For more than one year, local officials have felt fear and loathing regarding House Bill 3697, one bland land bill Texas lawmakers approved last year, related to county approval and regulation of subdivision plans, com- monly known as "plats." 09/13/2024 04:33 AM

Rock crusher plan sees blowback from county commissioners

Rock crusher plan sees blowback from county commissioners

Burnet County commissioners recently decided to side with several concerned residents regarding the Hoover Valley proposed construction rock and concrete crushing facility. They don’t want it. 09/13/2024 04:33 AM

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Rotary 9/11 Ceremony remembers the fallen

The Rotary Club of Marble Falls hosted a ceremony to remember the terrorist attack on the U.S. on Sept. 11, 2001. 09/13/2024 04:33 AM

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Housing foundation charts course with new CEO

A benevolent housing and services organization welcomed new leadership, who will guide development projects and philanthropic activities into new directions. The Texas Hous - ing Foundation (THF) Board of Directors Aug. 09/06/2024 04:29 AM

Approximately 200 people attended a meeting Sept. 1 to find out more about a pro posed rock crushing operation just outside Burnet. Contributed/Fermin Ortiz

Opponents rally against proposed rock crusher

Plans for a proposed rock mining operation in Hoover Valley prompted a contentious gathering Sept. 1 of concerned Bur- net County citizens. 09/06/2024 04:29 AM

Marble Falls approves budget

Marble Falls approves budget

It is a done deal. During the Sept. 09/06/2024 04:29 AM

Current lighting on the U.S. 281 bridge glows under the structure. Connie Swinney/The Highlander

EDC hopes state will assist new bridge lighting

The Marble Falls Economic Development Corp. (MFEDC) devoted its last meeting of the cur- rent fiscal year to a brief review of key topics. 09/06/2024 04:29 AM

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Over two weekends in August, Burnet PD conducted training sessions that brought together BCISD Guardians, Burnet Police, Bertram Police, noncommissioned officers, and retirees who are maintaining their TCOLE licenses. Contributed photos

Neighboring school district welcomes critical training

In the wake of the trag ic Uvalde school shooting, Advanced Law Enforce ment Rapid Response Training (ALERRT) has become a Texas Commis - sion on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)-mandated re- quirement for all officers every two years. Officials say Bur - net PD was ahead of the curve, having already begun hosting this critical training well before the incident in Uvalde. 09/03/2024 04:27 AM

Hunters must purchase valid hunting licenses for the 2024-25 before hitting the field. Contributed photos

Texas Game Wardens offer tips for safe, enjoyable dove hunt

Hunters were off to a good start Sept. 1 opening of dove season with sig - nificant increases in both mourning and white-wing dove populations. 09/03/2024 04:27 AM

Highland Lakes Amateur Radio Club to offer exam sessions

Highland Lakes Amateur Radio Club to offer exam sessions

A nonprofit group has its eye on boosting its membership and assisting the public in learning more about becoming amateur radio operators. The Highland Lakes Amateur Radio Club in Marble Falls is offering the Amateur Radio Technician, General, and Am- ateur Extra exams, at the EMS office at 609 Indus trial Blvd, Marble Falls, TX 78654 Our next sessions will be on September 28, 2024 @1:30 PM CDT (1330 hrs.) and October 26, 2024 @ 2:00 PM CDT (1400 Hrs.). 09/03/2024 04:27 AM

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MFHS greenhouse repair to top $42K

trict’s greenhouse that got damaged during a hailstorm in April. The board of trustees voted Monday, Aug. 08/30/2024 04:24 AM

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Money laundering suspect steals $160K

In an undercover sting operation, Granite Shoals police investigators tracked down and arrested an alleged fraud suspect accused of stealing over $100,000 from a 62-year-old resident. The arrest took place on Saturday, Aug. 08/30/2024 04:24 AM

Alex Dupre submitted her photo, 'Daydreaming,' in the Granite Shoals Legacy Tree Photo Contest and won 3rd Place. Mayor Ron Monos recognized her and other winners during the Granite Shoals City Council meeting Aug. 27. Contributed photo

Granite Shoals city officials pick winning oak tree pic

Back in July, Granite Shoals Mayor Ron Munos issued a proclamation establishing July as Heritage Oak Tree Celebration Month, to inspire admiration and appreciation for the many trees preserved throughout the city. 08/30/2024 04:24 AM

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