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Amateur Radio Club benefits from business donation
Amateur Radio Club benefits from business donation
The Highland Lakes Amateur Radio Club (HLARC) received some much-needed support from a local business and welcomes more funds to further their activities. The Home Depot of Marble Falls recently offered items to the nonprofit organization to assist them in their fundraising goals. 01/14/2025 02:02 AM
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Former judge issues invite to coffee
Special to The Highlander The news over the weekend from Burnet County is that Judge Gil Jones has officially applied for the Burnet County Judge position. Although the Burnet County commissioners will have the final vote, Judge Jones is planning a few casual coffees with community members to give him the opportunity to meet with the public and express his thoughts and vision for Burnet County and to answer questions and hear what Burnet County folks think. 01/14/2025 02:02 AM
Horseshoe Bay Resort and the community's property owners association were embroiled in a $1 million lawsuit. File photo
Horseshoe Bay mayor seeks remedy to POA, resort issues
A city leader says she is adamant about wanting to help the Horseshoe Bay Property Owners Association and the Horseshoe Bay Resort work out their differences. Horseshoe Bay Mayor Elsie Thurman said in her monthly message for January that getting the two parties together would be part of her goals for the coming year. 01/14/2025 02:02 AM
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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. 01/10/2025 02:00 AM
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Winter Texans event promises great networking
We are seeking raffle prizes for our Winter Texan Dinners. If your business can donate one or two raffle prizes, your business will get recognition for your generous donation. 01/10/2025 02:00 AM
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Crowing about the beauty of native black birds
Our area offers a vibrant habitat for an array of bird species, including several striking black birds that are both fascinating and distinct. Black Vulture The Black Vulture (Coragyps atratus) is a common sight, soaring gracefully on thermals or perching conspicuously on fences and dead trees. 01/10/2025 02:00 AM
She is the author of a guide to maintaining native and well-adapted plants as well as offers advice on a pod - cast and radio program.
Expert unlocks secrets of drought tolerant plants
Special to The Highlander Wondering how to start a lush landscape of foliage that can survive the harsh Texas weather? Colleen Dieter, a top gardening educator, will address the topic of “Drought Tolerant Plants for the Hill Country,” at the upcoming Highland Lakes Native Plant Society Chapter meeting. The meeting is scheduled from 1 – 3 p.m. 01/10/2025 02:00 AM
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Organizers reach out for Day of Service volunteers
Coordinators of this year’s Rick Edwards Day of Service will mobilize people across the community in acts of service on Feb. 14 If you have a need that we can assist with, please fill out a form by visiting highlandlakescrisisnetwork. com. All service projects will take place on Feb. 14 from approximately 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 01/10/2025 02:00 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
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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
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
Local musician Billy Scott will provide the live music for the League's annual fundraiser, which supports grants to non- profit organizations and hosts a Special Needs Christmas Party.
See and be seen at major HLSL fundraiser
Saturday, Jan. 25, The Highland Lakes Service League will hold its annual Chuck Wagon Chow Down Dinner and Auction fundraising event at 5:30 p.m. at the YMCA of the Highland Lakes in Burnet. Ticketed guests will enjoy a barbecue dinner provided by Poke- Jo’s with live music by Billy Scott. 01/07/2025 04:57 AM
Appointment process released for Burnet County judge
Appointment process released for Burnet County judge
Editor’s Note: The following was provided by Pct. 2 Commissioner Damon Beierle, presiding commissioner of the Burnet County Commissioners Court, in regard to the process the county will follow to select a new county judge. 01/07/2025 04:57 AM
Prolonged period of cold weather forecast this week
Prolonged period of cold weather forecast this week
Editor’s Note: The following offers excerpts of the latest report by LCRA Chief Meteorologist Bob Rose, as of Friday, Jan. 3. 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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