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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
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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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
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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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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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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
The Marble Falls/Highland Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce, along with the Burnet Chamber of Commerce, hosted a ribbon cutting for Inman's BBQ, 707 Sixth St. in Marble Falls, on May 17. Photos by Barbara Rosenberger/The Highlander
Business Spotlight
May 17 the Burnet Chamber of Commerce together with the Marble Falls/Highland Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce welcomed Inman’s BBQ, 707 Sixth St. in Marble Falls, with a joint ribbon cutting ceremony. 05/21/2024 03:01 AM
Public asked to comment on draft of 2024 State Flood Plan
Public asked to comment on draft of 2024 State Flood Plan
Public meeting scheduled for May 30; Comment period ends June 17 Special to The Highlander The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) has posted the Draft 2024 State Flood Plan for a public comment period open now through June 17. The plan provides the first comprehensive statewide assessment of flood risk and brings together the findings of 15 regional flood plans, as well as legislative and floodplain management recommendations, to guide state, regional, and local flood control policy. 05/21/2024 03:01 AM
Donating your old vehicle can help raise funds to open the second floor of the Falls on the Colorado Museum (the Old Granite School building). Contributed photo
Old cars, boats can help restore Falls museum
Your old boat or vehicle can help restore the Falls on the Colorado Museum, which is housed in the Old Granite School Building at 2001 Broadway. The museum will soon open its second floor to exhibits for the first time since taking over the building in 2010. 05/21/2024 03:01 AM
Know the Difference: Straight line winds versus tornadoes
Know the Difference: Straight line winds versus tornadoes
beneficial rainfall. We may be in for another round of storms this week. 05/14/2024 02:57 AM
Held on April 23, the Springtime Mah Jongg tournament hosted over 100 players from locations throughout the Texas Hill Country and beyond. Contributed photo
Springtime Mah Jongg Tournament to benefit 'Learn for Life' program
Special to The Highlander The Helping Center’s “Learn for Life” Education Program is pleased to announce that for a second year it is the beneficiary of the springtime Mah Jongg Tournament. Held on April 23, the tournament hosted 120 players from locations throughout the Texas Hill Country and beyond. 05/14/2024 02:57 AM
YMCA of the Highland Lakes announces summer camp programs for all ages
YMCA of the Highland Lakes announces summer camp programs for all ages
YMCA of the Highland Lakes is thrilled to announce its exciting lineup of outdoor activities for this year’s summer camp, promising a season filled with adventure, learning, and fun for kids of all ages. 05/14/2024 02:57 AM
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Wet weather, new councilors welcome but not webworms
The rains that passed through recently are a welcome relief, regardless of whether they are a temporary relief or the start of a turnaround. It is helpful to put this into prospective. 05/14/2024 02:57 AM
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'Keep 'em Out, Get 'em Out!' Our Pledge for Animal Welfare
365 Pet Connection 365 Pet Connection is a 501c3 animal rescue organization that has been in operation in Burnet and Llano counties since September 2013. Many of you have probably not heard of us as we are a small organization and not a brickand-mortar shelter. 05/14/2024 02:57 AM
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Marble Falls ISD to offer free summer meals
Marble Falls ISD will connect children 18 and younger and enrolled students with disabilities up to 21 years old with healthy, no cost summer meals. Highland Lakes Elementary, Marble Falls Elementary, and Marble Falls High School will be distribution sites for summer meals. 05/07/2024 02:52 AM
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