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Marble Falls permits ‘quadplex’ project
Marble Falls permits ‘quadplex’ project
Marble Falls City Council approved a conditional use permit July 16 that would clear a dilapidated property and expand housing options for low-income residents. The council action, during its regular meeting, allows a contractor to build 12 apartments separated over three lots into two-story “quadplexes” (four apartments per each lot, paired atop one another within three stand-alone units) within the Marble Falls Original Township Downtown Residential District, near the Avenue T and Seventh Street southeast corner. 07/19/2024 03:58 AM
MFISD briefs on campus carry firearms policy, budget
MFISD briefs on campus carry firearms policy, budget
Marble Falls school trustees heard briefings Monday about school board policies for the coming year, including those for school district employees au- thorized to carry fire arms on campus. Those policies haven’t changed, said Assistant Superintendent for Administration Stan Whittle. 07/19/2024 03:58 AM
TxDOT to resurface U.S. 281 and RM 1431 in MFalls
TxDOT to resurface U.S. 281 and RM 1431 in MFalls
TxDOT is scheduled to resurface the U.S. 281 and RM 1431 during July and August. 07/19/2024 03:58 AM
The council discussed selection of the construction manager at risk (CMAR) for the Meadowlakes Community Center and associated projects.
Builder selected in community center project
There were three interesting items on the Meadowlakes City Council meeting agenda (July 16). A topic discussed was the selection of the construction manager at risk (CMAR) for the Meadowlakes Community Center and associated projects. 07/19/2024 03:58 AM
During the demonstration, firefighters performed a series of simulated emergency scenarios. Contributed/City of Horseshoe Bay
Horseshoe Bay firefighters demonstrate escape system
The Horseshoe Bay Fire Department showcased its commitment to safety and innovation by conducting a live demonstration of the LEVR Escape System – Flash.G Escape Anchor. The event took place at the Horseshoe Bay Fire Training Grounds, drawing an audience of local officials, media representatives, and community members eager to witness the latest advancements in fire rescue technology. 07/19/2024 03:58 AM
Tuesday, July 16, 2024 Edition
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07/16/2024 04:50 PM
Investigators have not released the cause of Lover's Hill fire which scorched more than 45 acres.
Area crews contain blaze
A brush fire, which scorched 47 acres in a wildland area between Burnet and Marble Falls, was contained with the assistance of the Texas Forest Service. The battle, referred to as the Lover’s Hill fire, began on Friday, July 12, and kept fire crews from the Marble Falls, Granite Shoals and Kingsland area busy for much of the weekend. 07/16/2024 03:56 AM
Marble Falls to eye parks projects
Marble Falls to eye parks projects
Marble Falls City Council members plan to deliberate issues related to parks and recreation during their regular meeting at 6 p.m. tonight, July 16, in city hall. 07/16/2024 03:56 AM
Granite Shoals would like to place some of its heritage oak trees on the map just like other communities with a photo contest. Contributed photo
Granite Shoals heritage trees inspire photo contest
The mayor of Granite Shoals has issued a proclamation establishing July as “Heritage Oak Tree Celebration Month,” to inspire admiration and appreciation for the many trees preserved throughout the city. 07/16/2024 03:56 AM
Friday, July 12, 2024
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07/12/2024 09:39 AM
Granite Shoals feral cat committee lacks volunteers
Granite Shoals feral cat committee lacks volunteers
Eight months ago Granite Shoals residents were outraged over reports that the city’s wildlife committee was considering widespread euthanasia of feral cats. Today, the city can’t find enough people to serve on the cat committee, successor to the wildlife committee. 07/12/2024 03:52 AM
A new fire ladder truck is among items that the city of Marble Falls will fund with COs. Contributed photo
Projects, upgrades prompt the city of Marble Falls to take on debt
Marble Falls City Council formally introduced its goal July 9 to put Marble Falls, Texas Combination Tax and Revenue Certifi cates of Obligation Series 2024 on the market before summer ends. The council voted 5-0 on the issue. 07/12/2024 03:52 AM
To make the Honor Roll, a school or district must have comprehensively performed above the mean (trendline) at least 80 percent of the time for all cohorts of students served and for all grade levels served.
Marble Falls ISD’s Spicewood Elementary earns prestigious honor roll recognition
Spicewood Elementary in Marble Falls ISD has been named to the Honor Roll by the Educational Results Partnership (ERP). This annual Honor Roll is a part of the national Campaign for Business and Education Excellence, which engages business leaders in recognizing successful schools and educational systems that prepare students with the essential skills needed for success in the workforce and in life. 07/12/2024 03:52 AM
Volunteer Jason Jewett helped guide a recent drive-through pet vaccination clinic at Marble Falls High Schools. Additional free clinics are scheduled for July 13 and 17 in Bertram and Llano. Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography
Hill Country Humane Society hosting free vaccination clinics
Officials with Hill Country Humane Society are hosting free vaccination clinics to stave off potential outbreaks in debilitating and sometimes deadly diseases. The program comes on the heels of positive distemper cases in the county. 07/12/2024 03:52 AM
Vehicle collides with train
Vehicle collides with train
A 50-year-old man suffered nonlife threatening injuries after he col - lided with a train in Burnet. According to Burnet Police Department, the call was reported at 10:46 a.m. 07/05/2024 03:32 AM
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