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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

Fair to prepare public for emergencies, disasters

Fair to prepare public for emergencies, disasters

In a commitment to safety and caring for its members and communities, Pedernales Electric Cooperative is partnering with the Burnet County Sheriff’s Office and Office of Emergency Management to host a firstof- its-kind community preparedness fair, called “Ready as One”. 03/14/2025 03:38 AM

Blanco County crash results in three deaths just north of Johnson City on U.S. 281. Contributed/North Blanco County EMS

Fatality victims identified in multiple car crash

Three people died in a multiple vehicle crash in Blanco County March 5 just north of Johnson City on U.S. 281. 03/14/2025 03:38 AM

Patia Strickland (foreground, left) 'photobombed' her daughter Taylor Maanao and Lollie May Martin in the photo booth March 8 at the Phoenix Center Gala. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

2025 Phoenix Center Gala

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Speaker to kindle Christian engagement

Burnet County Republican Women are hosting inspirational speaker Bunni Pounds at their March 13 meeting from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. 03/11/2025 03:37 AM

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House proposes increase in public school funds

Critics say a House bill proposing $7.5 billion in new funding for public education doesn’t go far enough, The Dallas Morning News reported. House Bill 2 would raise the per-student allotment by $220, to $6,360 a year. 03/11/2025 03:37 AM

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IRS spotlight ushers in notice of taxes, fed funds

City of Meadowlakes The street sweepers in New Orleans must be busy this morning as Mardi Gras has come and gone. The 40-day Lenten season has begun. 03/11/2025 03:37 AM

After the 21-day waiting period before final approval, Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar will have a six-year term as chancellor. Contributed/The Texan

Comptroller Glenn Hegar named Texas A&M chancellor

The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents named Comptroller Glenn Hegar as the lone finalist to be the system’s next chancellor. After the 21-day waiting period before final approval, Hegar will have a six-year term as chancellor in front of him governing the system’s 11 universities and multiple state agencies. 03/11/2025 03:37 AM

MFISD benefits by early bond payoff

MFISD benefits by early bond payoff

Marble Falls ISD plans to retire some debt early using a program called “defeasance,” a move approved Monday by trustees at their regular meeting. Defeasance is like paying off a loan early, so the debtor doesn’t pay the remaining interest, district Executive Director of Finance Bill Orr explained. 03/04/2025 02:33 AM

From left, Billy, Gracelynn (center) and Lindsey Yow of Spyke's BBQ received the Business of the Year Award from former recipients Gregg Miller, and Angie and Darla Godfrey of Reflections Day Spa & Salon.

Businesses and volunteers shine at Kingsland Chamber awards

The 61st Kingsland/ Lake LBJ Chamber Awards Banquet & Ceremony, held on Feb. 20, at Log Country Cove, brought out hundreds of members and their guests, Burnet and Llano County leaders and international titleholders on a wintry night. 03/04/2025 02:33 AM

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