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Atmos personnel works on an area after a thaw, during past frigid weather in Marble Falls. File photo

Residents should consider winter weather preps

As the forecast calls for extreme winter weather to arrive in the coming days, Atmos Energy is closely monitoring the weather and staging its employees across the system. Colder weather may impact the amount of natural gas you use. 01/07/2025 04:57 AM

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Looking forward to 2025, while looking back at 2024

City of Horseshoe Bay It is hard to believe we are a fourth on the way through the 21st century, but 2025 is here. In my January newsletter a year ago, I set forth some goals for 2024 and I want to take this opportunity to report our progress. 01/07/2025 04:57 AM

Inauguration event planned by local GOP

Inauguration event planned by local GOP

Burnet County Republicans are inviting the public to join them for an Inauguration Celebration. The event is happening on Jan. 01/07/2025 04:57 AM

Fire danger prompts alert from county officials

Fire danger prompts alert from county officials

notable reports have involved multiple acre grass fires extinguished by rural fire agencies before becoming wildland blazes. No threats or damage to property were reported however as revelers transitioned into the new year, according to public safety reports. 01/03/2025 04:55 AM

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Think becoming what God knew you could be

A brand-new year is here and I’m excited to see what the Lord has for us. Keeping Christ at the center of our thoughts takes a great deal of discipline and determination, but so does everything else we really care about. It comes down to how serious we are about knowing God and how willing we are to give him total control of our lives. Whatever we become involved with, He simply wants us to listen and obey His instructions, which is why we are here. If we abide under the shadow of his wings, we will walk in the peace and joy of his Spirit but if we choose to live our own way, we will remain frustrated, miserable, and disappointed. 12/31/2024 04:53 AM

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A fresh start: gardening resolutions for the new year

Master’s Garden Bill Luedecke Martelle Luedecke The beginning of a new year offers the perfect opportunity to reflect, plan, and dream big for your garden. Whether you’re a seasoned green thumb or just starting to dig into the joys of gardening, the turn of the calendar brings a clean slate for your outdoor oasis. 12/31/2024 04:53 AM

LCRA opens grant applications for community projects

LCRA opens grant applications for community projects

The Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) is set to accept applications for its Community Development Partnership Program grants beginning Jan. 1. 12/27/2024 04:50 AM

Helping Center makes 25th annual donation

Helping Center makes 25th annual donation

The Helping Center is delighted to announce a generous donation of over $20,000 from the Helping Hands Craft Guild. The contribution stems from the proceeds of the guild’s annual “Bayside Bazaar,” held in November at the Lodge at Quail Point. The well-attended event showcased an array of art, jewelry, and handcrafted items created by local vendors and guild members. Attendees also enjoyed a style show and refreshments, making the day a memorable experience. 12/24/2024 04:48 AM

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Leadership named for Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association

The Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association (TACA) – the leading state trade association for the aggregate, concrete, cement and associated industries – today announced that Zak Covar has joined the association as its new President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Covar comes to TACA with more than 15 years of experience in both the legislative and executive branches of government, having served as an appointed commissioner to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) under two governors, Rick Perry and Greg Abbott. 12/17/2024 04:44 AM

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Voucher push spurs oppositions to call for accountability

Capital Highlights Education savings accounts, popularly known as school vouchers, are again a top priority for Gov. Greg Abbott in the upcoming session after a similar push failed in 2023. 12/13/2024 04:41 AM

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Yielding at the intersection of entropy with existentialism

There are “realities” that cannot be sensed by the five human senses (sight, hearing, touch, smell and taste). The scope of invisible realities is great, and they include mathematical and physical laws and all things spiritual. 12/13/2024 04:41 AM

Co-op members to receive $2M in capital credits

Co-op members to receive $2M in capital credits

Each year, Central Texas Electric Cooperative allocates margins (funds remaining after expenses have been paid) to customers capital credit account based on your share of the revenue that was generated during the previous year. 12/10/2024 04:39 AM

Sixteenth massage establishment closed in Texas due to human trafcking concerns

Sixteenth massage establishment closed in Texas due to human trafcking concerns

A massage establishment in Austin has been issued a sixmonth emergency closure order by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) due to suspected human trafficking activity. JT Spa, located at 11416 N. 12/10/2024 04:39 AM

Speaker Dade Phelan (R-Beaumont) has confirmed he will not seek to retain the Texas House speaker seat. Photos by Daniel Friend/The Texan

Incumbent Phelan exits Texas House Speaker race, Chairman Burrows enters

Speaker Dade Phelan (R-Beaumont) is dropping out of the race for a third term, he told members on Thursday morning and afternoon. Speculation whizzed around yesterday that Phelan would step aside ahead of Saturday’s Texas House Republican Caucus vote, and Phelan himself shrugged off those assertions to reporters on Thursday evening. 12/10/2024 04:39 AM

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Water group closes in on 2025 legislative goals

As we begin to wrap up 2024, the Central Texas Water Coalition (CTWC) is working hard to prepare for 2025, a pivotal year for water in our state and region. With the 89th Legislative Session beginning in January and the LCRA Water Management Plan opening for review in March, we have a lot of important work ahead – and we need your help. 12/10/2024 04:39 AM

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