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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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Meadowlakes city manager retiring
The Meadowlakes city manager will retire after more than 45 years with the municipality, which he guided during its transformation from a MUD to an incorporated city. Johnnie Thompson’s contract expires Sept. 08/20/2024 04:18 AM
Cottonwood Shores looks to improve streets with grant
Cottonwood Shores looks to improve streets with grant
The Cottonwood Shores City Council recently approved hiring a grant administrator to tackle an issue with roadway safety. City officials have launched an effort to secure funds through National Roadway Safety Strategy to design a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan to improve and widen streets within the city limits. 08/20/2024 04:18 AM
Horseshoe Bay deals with water issue
Horseshoe Bay deals with water issue
Horseshoe Bay citizens need to cut back 20% of their landscape irrigation, as crews work on repairs of a mechanical failure at one of the municipality’s plants, officials say. City leaders sent the notice Aug. 08/20/2024 04:18 AM
Marble Falls offers first look at city budget
Marble Falls offers first look at city budget
During its upcoming meeting, Marble Falls City Council plans to conduct its first formal reading of the city’s proposed budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-2025, set to begin Oct. 1. 08/20/2024 04:18 AM
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