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County schedules workshop for space development talk
County schedules workshop for space development talk
Commissioners have scheduled a public workshop regarding bylaws and other matters to consider possible establishment of the Central Texas Spaceport Development Corporation with Williamson County. The workshop is scheduled for 2 p.m. 04/01/2025 03:50 AM
New refugee policy discourages migration
New refugee policy discourages migration
Dear Editor; My husband and I have fostered six refugee minors over the years – one from Burma, one from Eritrea, one from Bhutan, and three from the Democratic Republic of Congo. Each of these young men arrived at Dallas Fort Worth Airport with his belongings in a USAID carrier bag. 03/28/2025 03:47 AM
MFISD to host Pre-K, Kinder Round Up
MFISD to host Pre-K, Kinder Round Up
Marble Falls ISD is inviting all students age 3-5 on or before Sept. 1, to join us for Pre-K and Kinder Round Up on April 4 from 4:30 p.m. 03/25/2025 03:45 AM
Water users to learn Earthkind principle
Water users to learn Earthkind principle
The Green Thumb Program, promoted by the local master gardeners, brings important and helpful tips and techniques about water and how to save it – on the water bill, on the plants, on water collection and irrigation, and on Earthkind principles in general. 03/25/2025 03:45 AM
A quartet from the group known as Liberal Ladies -- Maine Sturks, Celia Manlove, Christine Bowman and Karen McRight, met March 7 with other politically interested women at Perissos Vineyard and Winery on Park Road 4. Contributed photos
Superintendent to speak to retired teachers
The Highland Lakes Retired Teachers Association will welcome Jeff Gassaway, superintendent of Marble Falls Independent School District, to our meeting Tuesday, April 1. Texas ranks 42nd out of 50 states in per-student public education funding, so districts across our state search for new ways to meet the needs of the district for up-grading technology, increasing safety and security, improving school facilities, etc. 03/25/2025 03:45 AM
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Recalling a natural affinity for the wind-swept West
The recent high winds in the Hill Country reset my clock. They made me a kid again. 03/25/2025 03:45 AM
While visitors can start at any point, those wanting to follow the complete timeline from the beginning should start at Lakeside Park on Buena Vista Drive.
Downtown banners spur history appreciation
No one ever thought that they could ever get a quick Marble Falls history lesson taking a walk down Main Street. In the downtown historic district from Lakeside Park to Fourth street, visitors and locals alike can now find nuggets of information detailing days gone by. 03/25/2025 03:45 AM
Tickets on sale now for HCCT’s Steel Magnolias
Tickets on sale now for HCCT’s Steel Magnolias
The Hill Country Community Theatre (HCCT) is offering tickets for the highly-anticipated production of Steel Magnolias. Tickets can be purchased online at www.thehcct.org or by calling the box office at 830-798-8944. 03/21/2025 03:43 AM
Green Thumb program teaches water wisdom
Green Thumb program teaches water wisdom
Highland Lakes Master Gardener Association presents several Green Thumb Programs to find ways to use water more wisely. The first four 2025 Green Thumb programs are about water conservation. 03/21/2025 03:43 AM
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Lawmakers consider school funding, gambling
There was no city council meeting last night. It will take place next Tuesday. So, today I’d like to discuss two issues before the state legislature that have garnered a fair share of interest, school choice and legalized gambling. I am not using this column, however, to take an advocacy position. 03/21/2025 03:43 AM
A ruby-throated hummingbird perched on a feeder ushers in the season for these colorful birds. Contributed/Sue Kersey
Welcoming tiny travelers with incredible memories
Every year, the Highland Lakes transforms into a vibrant hotspot for one of nature’s most captivating creatures: the hummingbird. These tiny, iridescent birds embark on an extraordinary journey to our region, visiting feeders and flower gardens along the way. 03/21/2025 03:43 AM
AARP Tax Aide will help with filing taxes
AARP Tax Aide will help with filing taxes
The AARP Foundation Tax Aide is offering free federal tax return preparation and electronic filing at: Trinity Episcopal Church, 909 Ave. D in Marble Falls on Thursdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 03/21/2025 03:43 AM
Complaint riddled plant probe underway
Complaint riddled plant probe underway
Work to improve a Granite Shoals private wastewater treatment plant is underway and on schedule. That is according to a report March 11 to city council members by Assistant City Manager and Fire Chief Tim Campbell. 03/14/2025 03:38 AM
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Big plans take shape for Avenue N bridge project
I planned on taking the week off from penning a newsletter, but word came in from the city of Marble Falls touting significant progress has been made on the Avenue N bridge project which Meadowlakes residents should be aware of. 03/14/2025 03:38 AM
The Kingsland Garden Club will host its annual Plant Sale on Saturday, March 22, 8 a.m. to noon. Pictured is Kingsland Garden Club member Luellen Schoen maintaining native plants on the grounds of Kingsland Library. Beverly Walker/The Highlander
Kingsland hosting workforce talk, Big Easy opening
The Kingsland Chamber’s Lunch and Learn is Wednesday, March 19, noon to 1 p.m. To correct an error in last week’s column, the presentation will be by the Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area at Boat Town 2900 Pizza, 151 Melodie Lane, Kingsland. Learn about the benefits of the REINVEST grant for skills training. Contact kingslandchamber@ gmail.org for lunch ticket information. 03/14/2025 03:38 AM
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