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Residents express concern over zoning discord with city

I would like to take this opportunity to educate and express my concerns to all residents of Marble Falls on how our city officials/government conducted themselves on a recent situation that hugely impacted us. 06/28/2024 03:28 AM

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Banking employees refine career paths with TTU, WSRCA partnership

On May 15, 2024, eight banking employees throughout Burnet and Llano counties successfully completed an intensive Bank Credit Analyst course series at Texas Tech University Highland Lakes, paving a lucrative career path to Credit Analyst or Loan Officer that can evolve to senior leadership positions. This is the first time that bank workers have had local access to an industry- recognized credential specific to their chosen career. 06/28/2024 03:28 AM

If you're traveling on Texas 71 between Austin and Marble Falls, motorists will find a new billboard from Central Texas Water Coalition, touting their message and additional website address. Contributed/CTWC

Lake levels improve but area still in the drought zone

Haven’t the recent rains been wonderful? While we are so thankful for the new inflows to our lakes, especially Lake Buchanan, not all of our lakes have had the same benefit. Lake Travis is still down 45 feet and our combined storage is only at 56%. This drought is not over. 06/28/2024 03:28 AM

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Come rain or dry weather, think water conservation

Did you know that 60%-70% of the water you use is for watering your lawns and landscaping? With the ongoing drought and low water supplies, I think it’s important to share some outdoor water conservation tips. 06/28/2024 03:28 AM

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Star Republican Women ignites enthusiasm to vote in November

Star Republican Women (SRW), based in Horseshoe Bay, has nearly 200 members and associate members from Llano, Burnet and surrounding counties. Working for candidates and the Republican Party on the state and national levels, SRW works diligently to help elect Republicans to Llano and Burnet county offices. 06/25/2024 03:26 AM

Juneteenth celebration to share significance, culture and hairstyle history

Juneteenth celebration to share significance, culture and hairstyle history

Juneteenth will be celebrated next week at St. Frederick Baptist Church, 301 Ave. 06/14/2024 03:19 AM

Music on Main is on the menu tonight Texas singer, songwriter and musician Wake Eastman is scheduled to play the Friday concert tonight, June 14, from 5-8 p.m. at Old Oak Square, 305 Main Street in Marble Falls. Contributed photo

Music on Main announces tonight's performer

The soothing sounds of music talent will continue on the Old Oak Square in Downtown Marble Falls. Performers will delight audiences at the venue at 305 Main St., compliments of Music on Main. 06/14/2024 03:19 AM

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Home values hold but interest rates have just about doubled

City of Meadowlakes A sizable handful of residents have reported to me that their home valuations have remained flat from those assessed in 2023. That comes as no shock (well a little) given that interest rates are where they are. 06/14/2024 03:19 AM

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Bonds rating gives Meadowlakes a boost for better interest rates

City of Meadowlakes Standard & Poor’s released their preliminary and final ratings for the city, and rated Meadowlakes at AA-. This is great news because a rating in the AA category places the city in a lower interest rate classification when we sell the bonds on June 18. 06/07/2024 03:14 AM

The Marble Falls Animal Control Facility, 100 Avenue L, has halted intakes in light of an area-wide distemper outbreak. Contributed photo

Distemper outbreaks pauses dog pound intakes

Special to The Highlander In response to the news of a confirmed case of distemper in the area, the city of Marble Falls Animal Control Facility has temporarily suspended all intake and adoptions for two weeks. 06/07/2024 03:14 AM

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CTEC district meeting in Kingsland, election coming up

On Monday, June 10, at the Kingsland Community Center, located at 3451 Rose Hill Drive, starting at 6:30 p.m., the Central Texas Electric Cooperative (CTEC) will be hosting the CTEC District 4 Llano County annual meeting. The annual meeting is normally held in Llano at the high school. 05/31/2024 03:09 AM

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Lake levels continue to rise thanks to recent rains

City of Meadowlakes The water level in Lake Buchanan has risen to 72% as of Tuesday (May 28) compared to its May 1 level of 48%. Lake Travis’ level has not seen a similar ascent. 05/31/2024 03:09 AM

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Companion gardening: what do we plant with what

The Highland Lakes Master Gardener Association has announced their upcoming speaker for the Green Thumb Program. The presentation is scheduled from 2 p.m. 05/31/2024 03:09 AM

Danny Brooks will be live on Saturday, June 1, on stage at Old Oak Square in downtown Marble Falls. Contributed photos

Music on Main soothing sounds of June lineup announced

Expect music and more music on the Old Oak Square in Downtown Marble Falls at 305 Main St., compliments of Music on Main. The free concert schedule for June has been announced. 05/31/2024 03:09 AM

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Local idyllic 300-acre ranch a haven for quality beef producer

The United States is the world’s largest beef consumer and the world’s largest beef producer. Texas, with approximately 4.3 million cows, has the largest number of beef cows. Most consumers purchase their meats in the local grocery store, with a small number buying from specialized markets and even fewer directly from a cattle ranch. 05/28/2024 03:07 AM

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