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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

DA, judge differ on steps forward in payroll probe

DA, judge differ on steps forward in payroll probe

Burnet County commissioners resolved to oppose a rock quarry, revisited an ongoing investigation of sheriff's office payroll and reinstated a burn ban during its Sept. 24 regular meeting. 09/27/2024 04:43 AM

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Officer recovering after firearm malfunction

As Marble Falls authorities investigate a report of an “uncommanded” discharge of a firearm, the police officer involved is recovering with a wound to the thigh. The incident unfolded around 6 p.m. 09/27/2024 04:43 AM

County resolves to join fight against mining operation

County resolves to join fight against mining operation

Burnet County commissioners approved and released a resolution Sept. 24 to announce they are against the grant of a permit for the construction of a rock and concrete crusher facility in Burnet at 3221 FM 3509. 09/27/2024 04:43 AM

Construction has begun on the community center at Gregg Ranch with resident-focused features including a main swimming pool with lap lanes, a gathering space, multiple shade ramadas, and game courts.

Gregg Ranch begins construction on community center

Construction has begun on the community center at Gregg Ranch with resident-focused features including a main swimming pool with lap lanes, a gathering space, multiple shade ramadas, and game courts. The new, resident-only community center, projected to open in early 2025, is located at West Cora Lee Loop and Gregg Ranch Boulevard within the community’s Legacy Park. 09/27/2024 04:43 AM

Burnet County reinstates outdoor burn ban

Burnet County reinstates outdoor burn ban

Burnet County has announced that burning outside is now allowed, following state laws. Before starting any outdoor bums, the Burnet County Sheriff’s Office asks that you call 512-7568080 to report it. 09/27/2024 04:43 AM

On Sept. 24, a demolition crew tore down the house and began clearing the land.

Crews demolish nostalgic Main Street bed & breakfast

When the Wilcox family made an investment in a Marble Falls property four years ago, they could not envision the heart-wrenching decision to tear it down. “We really prayed about it and evaluated it,” said Donna Wilcox, who purchased the property at 416 Main Street in the historic district. 09/27/2024 04:43 AM

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Avenue N resurfacing project to get underway

Avenue N resurfacing project to get underway

City of Marble Falls is expected to begin the re - surfacing project on Avenue N this week. The work is expected from the intersection of Av - enue N and Broadway to the entrance of the security gate of the city of Meadowlakes. 09/24/2024 04:41 AM

KMUD passes tax rate

KMUD passes tax rate

The Kingsland Mu - nicipal Utility District (KMUD) board recent - ly announced the tax rate for Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-2025. During the Sept. 09/24/2024 04:41 AM

Meadowlakes shares debt impact

Meadowlakes shares debt impact

Meadowlakes city officials detailed about how much more in taxes residents could pay con - nected to debt taken on for a multi-million dol - lar community complex project. "The ad valorem tax rate for 2024 is consid - erably higher than last year's rate due to the need to generate tax in - come to retire a portion of the voter-approved $7.5 million in Certifi - cate of Obligations for the new community cen - ter," Thompson shared with residents in his weekly address. 09/24/2024 04:41 AM

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