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CASA to inspire holiday giving with Angel Tree Toy Drive

CASA to inspire holiday giving with Angel Tree Toy Drive

Thank you for helping to make a child’s holiday gift wishes come true. Most children dream of receiving special gifts during the holidays. 10/11/2024 02:01 AM

The Highlander staff writer Raymond V. Whelan, 'The Texan,' waits in Chicago at the Blue Line Damen Station for the 'L' train to the Loop (downtown Chicago). Contributed photo

Chicago inspires recollections of Texas hospitality

Editor’s Note: One day before the following narrative occurs, the Texan wanders through Chicago and discovers much about the city reminds him of Burnet County, including its art, food, friendliness. Here, the two-part story concludes. 10/11/2024 02:01 AM

The upcoming event will showcase the world- renowned master fine artist Akiane Kramarik, whose globally celebrated painting 'Prince of Peace' has File photo

Belóved Gallery to showcase fine art at gala, Fall Affair

Belóved Gallery invites the public to its second annual Fall Affair, a remarkable threeday event designed to immerse guests in the transformative power of faith-inspired art, music, dance, and community. This year’s affair revolves around the theme Heaven is Real, presenting a profound exploration of how heaven is revealed through art and storytelling. 10/11/2024 02:01 AM

Executive Director Paighton Corley and Zach Baker of Greater Goods smiled for the camera Oct. 8 at Hill Country Humane Society. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

Embarking on a journey for expanded shelter resources

Oct. 8 marked the beginning of a long-awaited renovation project at Hill Country Humane Society, thanks to the generosity of Greater Goods and our community. 10/11/2024 02:01 AM

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Nothing like Chicago, Texas! Standing atop Big Shoulders in The City That Works

Editor’s Note: This col- umn is the first of a twopart series. Recently, the Texan told himself, “I have always wanted to see Chicago, Illinois.” Seconds later, he said, “Yes, I will go to Chicago.” Thus, last month, for the first time, the Texan ventures into Chicago, also known as the City of the Big Shoulders, The City That Works, Paris on the Prairie, the Windy City. 10/08/2024 04:59 AM

Texans’ right to free speech is under attack...again

Texans’ right to free speech is under attack...again

Americans' right to speak their minds is con- sidered sacred, which is why we must fight to pro - tect the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution and the Texas Citizens Participation Act. Both measures were carefully written with protection of the individual — the “little guy" - in mind. They're designed to give a David a fighting chance if he finds himself in a legal duel with a Goliath. 10/04/2024 04:47 AM

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Local residents appointed to medical review committee

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott ap- pointed Glena Yates of Horseshoe Bay to the Tex as Medical Board District Four Review Committee for a term set to expire on January 15, 2028. Additionally, the gov ernor reappointed Shirlene Samuel, D.O. and appoint ed Mary “Kelly” Green, M.D. and Chris Putnam, Ph.D. and for terms set to expire January 15, 2030. 10/04/2024 04:47 AM

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Discounted adoption fee offered to home pets

Fall in love with a shelter pet at Hill Country Humane Society during Bissel Pet Foundation for Fall National Empty the Shelters Hill Country Humane Society joins 390+ shel- ters nationwide to reduce adoption fees and find lov - 10/04/2024 04:47 AM

Silver screen event to promote foster care awareness

Silver screen event to promote foster care awareness

The Highland Lakes Crisis Network (HLNC) will host a free event to raise awareness about the foster care crisis and ways to help the most vulnerable children in the community. The community is invited to attend a free showing of the inspir - ing movie, "Sound of Hope," the Story of Possum Trot will be shown on Oct. 10/04/2024 04:47 AM

Llano County sets bulk collection event Oct. 12

Llano County sets bulk collection event Oct. 12

A Llano County Residen tial Bulk Collection Event is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 12, at the Llano County An - nex, 8347 RR 1431 from 8 a.m. to noon (or until full) for residents of Llano County and KMUD and KWSC customers. 10/04/2024 04:47 AM

MFISD will ‘glow-up’ with fall education fundraiser

MFISD will ‘glow-up’ with fall education fundraiser

Special to The Highlander The Marble Falls Education Foun - dation has announced that tickets and tables are now on sale for its annual fall fundraiser, Elevate Education. "This year, we've taken everything up a notch," said Jeanna Jette, executive director. 10/01/2024 04:45 AM

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At a crossroads: Nuclear, electric and fossil fuel energy sources

City of Meadowlakes The possible deal be - tween Microsoft and Con - stellation Energy is one step toward reducing CO2 emissions. Microsoft is searching for power for their AI am - bitions. 10/01/2024 04:45 AM

Public invited to free health screenings at fair

Public invited to free health screenings at fair

From staff reports Mark your calendar for the Marble Falls Se - nior Activity Center's upcoming Annual Health Fair. The indoor event is from 10 a.m. 10/01/2024 04:45 AM

Israel Presentation

Israel Presentation

The community is invited to a slideshow chronicling a trip to Israel by local residents. Wayne Davis and David Keene will present Travel Through Israel. The talk is at 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 29 at Granite Shoals First Baptist Church, 505 S. Phillips Ranch Rd. 09/27/2024 04:43 AM

Senior Center health fair opens next week

Senior Center health fair opens next week

Mark your calendar for the Marble Falls Senior Activity Center’s upcoming Annual Health Fair. The indoor event is from 10 a.m. 09/27/2024 04:43 AM

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