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Meadowlakes officials are alerting residents that herbicide treatments, which pose no threat to humans, are about to get underway on the municipal golf course pictured here. Connie Swinney/The Highlander

Golf course herbicide treatment imminent

The golf course staff will be treating the course with herbicide in the coming days. Please rest assured that the herbicide being used does not pose a threat to human health. 03/04/2025 02:33 AM

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Meadowlakes welcomes appointment with construction background

City of Meadowlakes At last night’s (Feb. 18) Meadowlakes City Council meeting, the council approved the appointment of Mike Shaw to serve out the unexpired term of Don Wheeler whose premature death two weeks ago shocked the city. 02/25/2025 02:30 AM

HCCT announces auditions for Oklahoma!

HCCT announces auditions for Oklahoma!

The Hill Country Community Theatre (HCCT) is thrilled to announce auditions for its upcoming production of the classic musical, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Oklahoma! Join the troupe as they bring this timeless story of love, rivalry, and community to life on stage. 02/25/2025 02:30 AM

Contributed photos/Lisa Manley Pictured, from left, Ashley Wilson, Lisa Manley, Erica Henderson, Odie Ozuna and Tammy Ryan at Wildflower Meadows Nursing Home.

First United Bank spreads love with Acts of Kindness

On Friday, Feb. 14, the First United Bank family across the country, including the Marble Falls branch, participated in Celebrate United Acts of Kindness Day, working with various groups to share the joy of appreciation, while making someone’s day brighter. 02/21/2025 02:28 AM

Ava Aguillar carried a box of completed baby bottles during her service Feb 14 at Pregnancy and Life Center in Kingsland. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

Rick Edwards Day of Service

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From left, Bri Avalos, Sharon Estrada and Nainna Flores baked cookies Feb. 14 at First Methodist Church in Marble Falls for Rick Edwards Day of Service. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

Rick Edwards Day of Service

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Texas leads nation in top-tier universities

Texas leads nation in top-tier universities

A new report from the American Council on Education and the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching indicates 16 universities in Texas have reached Tier 1 designation, the most coveted level. That means the state is home to more such institutions than any other state. n the report, California has 14 and New York 12 top-tier universities. To reach that designation, a university must spend at least $50 million and award at least 70 research doctorates on average each year. 02/18/2025 02:25 AM

A patriotic parade float, captured in an area which is now Third Street and Main in Marble Falls, reveals its time period as riders hold an image of President Woodrow Wilson. Wilson was president of the United States from 1913 to 1921. Archives/Pictorial History of Marble Falls

History on Parade

A patriotic parade float, captured in an area which is now Third Street and Main in Marble Falls, reveals its time period as riders hold an image of President Woodrow Wilson. 02/18/2025 02:25 AM

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Be ready with chill garden preps and precautions

As temperatures drop, it’s essential to protect your plants from upcoming freezes and get a head start on spring crops like tomatoes. Here’s a tip guide to safeguard your garden and begin indoor transplants. 02/18/2025 02:25 AM

Deadline approaches for HC100 Club nominees

Deadline approaches for HC100 Club nominees

The 21st Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet of the Hill Country 100 Club will be held at the YMCA of the Highland Lakes in Burnet March 6, from 6 to 9 p.m. The deadline for nominations is Feb. 02/18/2025 02:25 AM

Conservation series to share tips on saving water

Conservation series to share tips on saving water

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. With the continuing drought in Central Texas, finding ways to use water more wisely is extremely important. 02/18/2025 02:25 AM

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Big D boosts Beethoven Symphony No. 5 in C minor

Cross it off my bucket list. Recently, I heard and saw the Dallas Symphony Orchestra perform Symphony No. 02/14/2025 02:23 AM

Considering ‘interim’ judge in light of deadlock vote

Considering ‘interim’ judge in light of deadlock vote

Dear Editor; Editor’s Note: The following is an ‘open letter’ to Burnet County commissioners regarding their selection of an applicant to fill the role of a vacancy for county judge. First please know this note is sent with respect and a fair amount of pleasure in knowing I do not have to make this decision. 02/14/2025 02:23 AM

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Dispelling the myths in Marble Falls development plans

City of Marble Falls e There seems to be a lot of questions and thus myths about how development happens within the city of Marble Falls. I’ll do my best here to try and provide some understanding and dispel a few myths along the way. 02/14/2025 02:23 AM

Service League to offer thousands in scholarship funds

Service League to offer thousands in scholarship funds

Highland Lakes Service League (HLSL) has announced that the group will is now accepting 2025 Scholarship Applications. Any adult woman returning to college and/or to a certification program and pursuing a career goal is encouraged to apply for one of the scholarships offered by the Highland Lakes Service League. 02/14/2025 02:23 AM

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