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Terry Nuss of Highland Haven was one of the volunteers at a past Sleep in Heavenly Peace bed build event. File photo

Bed building organization reaches donation milestone

Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP) Hill Country Chapter reached another milestone July 8 by delivering its 250th bed to a deserving family in Kingsland. This delivery comes one year to the day that it delivered its 100th bed to a family in Marble Falls. 07/12/2024 03:52 AM

During peak infestations webworms can become fatal to trees, so Meadowlakes monitors and supports a robust program to keep them away. Contributed photo

Unraveling the complex Webworm Co-op's functions

First-time visitors to the city have often remarked that the tree-lined streets add an amazing degree of beauty to the city. Maintaining the gorgeous aura has long been the responsibility of the Webworm Co-op. 07/12/2024 03:52 AM

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Hill Country Humane Society hosting adoption blitz

In the midst of a challenging distemper outbreak, the Hill Country Humane Society is calling for community support to help clear their shelter and find homes for their dogs. Partnering with the BISSELL Pet Foundation, HCHS is participating in the national Empty the Shelters reduced-fee adoption event from July 9-31, alongside more than 390 shelters in 44 states. 07/12/2024 03:52 AM

Texas Tech University Chancellor Mitchell gave remarks about the status of the Texas Tech University System while at a reception recently in the Highland Lakes. Contributed photos

Local Texas Tech alums welcome university officials to reception

The Highland Lakes Chapter of the Texas Tech Alumni Association hosted a 1923 Society reception in the home of former Chancellor Robert Duncan and his wife Terri on the evening of June 27. Approximately 75 people were in attendance. 07/05/2024 03:32 AM

Uzziah Rodriguez and fiancee Tina Simpson welcome customers at the Fountain of YOUth Spa & Boutique. Contributed/Rhonda Buchanan

Customers find luxurious care at Marble Falls spa

Like many teenage girls, she was fascinated with the world of beauty and took in every teen magazine she could. At a young age, it instilled a sense of con - fidence in her that she didn't know she had, coming from a shy girl in her teens. 07/05/2024 03:32 AM

Max Starcke Dam, which creates Lake Marble Falls, was completed in the 1950s. Contributed photos

Unprecendented growth launches historic dam construction

With the end of World War II, Central Texas experienced unprecedented growth. To meet the increased demand for electricity, LCRA built two smaller dams between Inks Dam and Lake Travis to increase hydroelectric capacity. 07/05/2024 03:32 AM

As of Tuesday, July 2, data showed peak sustained winds are down slightly to 155 mph, making Beryl a category 4 hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale. Contributed/LCRA/NOAA

Hurricanes typically kindle local wet weather

Devastating weather on the coast typically sig - nals rain in the forecast for the Highland Lakes area, officials say. Meteorologists remain reserved about the lat - est severe weather event, Hurricane Beryl, which could result in storms ear - ly next week. 07/05/2024 03:32 AM

The Marble Falls 4th of July Fireworks and Celebration will feature a pyrotechnics and aerial display. File photo

Marble Falls cancels patriotic parade

ordinators reported a lack of entries. “The city of Marble Falls Parks and Recre ation Department regrets to announce the cancellation of this year’s 4th of July parade due to insuf- ficient entries," according to a statement on July 1. 07/02/2024 03:30 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

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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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

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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

Help celebrate Independence Day in Marble Falls

Help celebrate Independence Day in Marble Falls

“We are preparing for our inaugural 4th of July Parade on Thursday, July 4th, through our historic Downtown Marble Falls and we need you and your organization to participate to make this a great first year!" So says Daulton Mobley, manager of the Parks and Recreation Department, who reached out to various organizations around town. He also released a schedule of the events planned for the annual Independence Day celebration, hosted by the city of Marble Falls. 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

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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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