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LCRA seeks nonprofits for $200K in grants
LCRA seeks nonprofits for $200K in grants
06/27/2025 06:00 AM
Musings about ragtime, jazz and pleasing key signatures
Musings about ragtime, jazz and pleasing key signatures
06/27/2025 06:00 AM
Celebration kindles support, funds for His Joshua House
Celebration kindles support, funds for His Joshua House
06/27/2025 06:00 AM
Governor vetoes THC ban, calls special session
Governor vetoes THC ban, calls special session
06/24/2025 06:00 AM
89th special session date, initial agenda announced
89th special session date, initial agenda announced
06/24/2025 06:00 AM
Texas lawmakers, hemp industry react to Abbott’s THC ban veto
Texas lawmakers, hemp industry react to Abbott’s THC ban veto
06/24/2025 06:00 AM
Freedom Feast Saturday hosts at larger venue
Freedom Feast Saturday hosts at larger venue
06/20/2025 06:00 AM
Record turnout for tourney for Park Hall funds
Record turnout for tourney for Park Hall funds
06/20/2025 06:00 AM
Recent rains reset water levels for Lake Buchanan, Lake Travis
Recent rains reset water levels for Lake Buchanan, Lake Travis
06/20/2025 06:00 AM
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Texas Supreme Court rules on application of state religious services clause
The Supreme Court of Texas (SCOTX) has issued an opinion covering the scope of the Texas Religious Services Clause and the extent to which it applies to governmental actions that directly prohibit or limit religious services. 06/17/2025 04:39 AM
Timed with the official start of summer and the Fourth of July weekend, TxDOT's Drive Sober. No Regrets. campaign overlaps with an increased law enforcement period. File photo
Campaign takes aim at DUI ahead of Independence Day
More than 1,000 people were killed in DUI-alcohol related crashes on Texas roads last year. To help highlight the real cost to families, friends and communities across the state, TxDOT is sharing stories from drunk driving offenders and survivors in an interactive exhibit. 06/17/2025 04:39 AM
To Gov. Greg Abbott's delight, legislation addressing all seven of his emergency items passed the Legislature. Contributed/Brad Johnson
‘Best session I’ve ever had’: Abbott recaps 89th Legislature, hints at property tax crusade
Gov. Greg Abbott touted the 89th Texas Legislature’s passage of each of his seven 2025 emergency items in a wide-ranging roundtable discussion with media, during which he also stated he’s undecided on both a special session and a prospective veto of the state THC ban. 06/13/2025 04:36 AM
Event to highlight value of women veterans
Event to highlight value of women veterans
The State of Texas recognizes the contributions and sacrifices of Women Veterans in June each year. And a coalition of veterans’ service organizations here in Burnet are celebrating Texas women veterans right here in the Hill Country. 06/13/2025 04:36 AM
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AquaBoom’s 2025 Grand Marshal receives star treatment
Hafdis Gentry, who someone once called a “powerhouse” behind the scenes, received a surprise visit from balloon- carrying family and friends several weeks ago at Wakepoint in Kingsland. Awarding her the honor of serving as this year’s AquaBoom Grand Marshal caused many Hafdis tears and humble acceptance, but all who know her and the endless hours of volunteering in her community couldn’t imagine anyone more deserving of this recognition. 06/13/2025 04:36 AM
Photos submitted to the Falls on the Colorado Museum 2026 calendar contest are now on display in the Madolyn Frasier Room. To vote, buy tickets for $1 each ($5 minimum) and place tickets in the envelopes attached to the photos you think are best. Contributed photo
Vote now for 2026 calendar photos at Falls Museum
Your vote counts in deciding which Hill Country water-themed photographs will be featured in The Falls on the Colorado Museum’s 2026 calendar. In-person voting continues through July 5 in the museum at 2001 Broadway in Marble Falls. 06/13/2025 04:36 AM
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