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Bobby Jack “BJ” Nolen

Octobet 27, 1941 — June 24, 2024 It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our Dad, Bobby Jack (BJ) Nolen, on June 24, 2024 at the age of 82. He was surrounded by family during his final moments and surrendered his life peacefully. 07/02/2024 03:30 AM

Marble Falls High School graduate Kason O'Riley is trying to clear the bar set at 7 feet and a quarter of an inch at the U.S. Olympic Trials in Eugene, Oregon June 27. Contributed photo

Marble Falls high jumper gives Olympic trials a shot

Marble Falls High School graduate Kason O’Riley’s summer of high jumping ended at the U.S. Olympic Trials June 27 in Eugene, Oregon. 07/02/2024 03:30 AM

Marble Falls strength and conditioning coach Karl “Beef” Bielfeldt walks through the ranks of Mustangs and Lady Mustangs before giving them the next mat drill move. Photos by Jennifer Fierro/TexasChalkTalk.com

‘Coach Beef ’ tasked with building the complete athlete

To know what drives coach Karl “Beef” Bielfeldt, simply log onto his social media and read it. It’s right after his handle. 07/02/2024 03:30 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

County refining final budget

County refining final budget

From an audit update to revenue discussions, officials weighed in on is sues pertaining to the use of taxpayer dollars June 28 at Burnet County Commissioners Court. Burnet County Judge Oakley mentioned county department budget talks are ongoing for Fiscal Year 2024-2025, set to begin October 1. 07/02/2024 03:30 AM

First-grade teacher at Marble Falls Elementary, Ashlea Lehman, was recently recognized as the Spotlight on Excellence Award winner, presented by Marble Falls ISD Superintendent Jeff Gasaway. Contributed photo

MFISD spotlights first-grade teacher

Special to The Highlander Nominated by colleague Michael Haley for the Spotlight on Excel- lence Award, Ashlea Leh man is celebrated for her exceptional ability to build strong relationships with students, families, and staff. Lehman, a first-grade teacher at Marble Falls El- ementary, was recognized as the Spotlight on Excel- lence Award winner pre sented by Superintendent Jeff Gasaway. 07/02/2024 03:30 AM

Burnet County Commissioners honoring first responders in July

Burnet County Commissioners honoring first responders in July

Recently, County Judge James Oakley formally proclaimed the month to applaud, recog- nize and show gratitude for many local career and volunteer dispatchers, medical services person- nel, firefighters, law en - forcement officials and search and rescue crews the public often calls on for assistance during emergency situations. 07/02/2024 03:30 AM

Burnet County Elections Department hosted a new voting machine demonstration from a vendor at the Agri-Life Building recently. This system will produce a paper ballot that could be used for a recount if desired. The two citizens testing the system are, from left, Londa Chandler and Darlene...

Burnet County demos paper ballot devices

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Esperanza C. Soto

July 15, 1948 — June 24, 2024 Esperanza C. Soto was 75 years old and lived in Horseshoe Bay, Texas. 06/28/2024 03:28 AM

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Christine Lee Morris-Hearn

November 12, 1970 — June 21, 2024 It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Christine Morris-Hearn who left us on June 21, 2024 (age 53) after a beautiful but short-lived life that was full of love, laughter, and resilience. Chris joins her parents, James and Nancy Morris; brother, Spencer Morris; and sister, Barbara Baker; who preceded her in death. 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

Jake Hooker and the Outsiders kept the crowd on their feet at the recent Joseph's Hammer fundraiser for the women's prison chapel in Burnet. Contributed photos/Pam Stevenson

'Raise the Roof' benefit a boot-scootin' success

Jake Hooker and his legendary band, The Outsiders, took to the stage Saturday, June 22, at the Burnet Community Center to host a benefit for Joseph’s Hammer. The event brought people from all over Texas together to help “Raise the Roof" on the prison chapel under construction at the Ellen Halbert Unit women's facility in Burnet. 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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