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The much-anticipated Shops at Flatrock Crossing is a planned shopping center in the south end of Marble Falls. Contributed Rendering/City of Marble Falls
Developers cultivating ‘working list’ of shopping center retailers
From a sporting goods store to a clothing outlet, the buzz around possible national retailers has gained steam for a planned Marble Falls shopping center. Developers contend, however, that reports of settled retailers fall short of confirmation, how ever, the list shows promise. 05/10/2024 02:54 AM
Participants of the Highland Lakes Teen Court program are pictured here at their recent awards banquet. Contributed photo
Coordinators offer accolades at Teen Court awards event
A group of local teenagers were recognized for their participation in the Highland Lakes Teen Court program recently. Scholarship recipients Aydan Ortis and Jeremiah Mosbey were among the celebrants at the Teen Court Banquet held April 29, at Lakeside Pavilion. 05/10/2024 02:54 AM
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Brenda Brown
October 3, 1934 — April 28, 2024 Brenda Eileen Brown, 89, of Horseshoe Bay, passed away April 28, 2024, with her family by her side. She was born to the late Reginald Herbert and Lena Ford-Payne Archer, October 3, 1934. 05/07/2024 02:52 AM
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Ruby Louise Yarter
December 2, 1932 — May 1, 2024 Ruby Louise Yarter, affectionately known as Grannee, passed away at the age of 91 on May 1, 2024, in Kingsland, TX. Born on December 2, 1932, in the small town of Blox, TX, Ruby was a beacon of light and love to all who knew her. 05/07/2024 02:52 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
Horseshoe Bay to celebrate Drinking Water Week
Horseshoe Bay to celebrate Drinking Water Week
The city of Horseshoe Bay joins communities across North America in celebrating Drinking Water Week, an annual observance led by the American Water Works Association. Taking place May 5-11 this year, Drinking Water Week serves to highlight the importance of safe drinking water and recognize the tireless efforts of water professionals who keep it flowing around the clock in our communities. 05/07/2024 02:52 AM
An aerial view by Steve Zbranek showed how much water rushed over the spillway of Town Lake in the heart of Llano, following late last week and into part of the weekend. Runoff will make its way from the Llano River through the Slab Road water crossing, CR 304/ CR307) in Kingsland to lakes...
Storm runoff flows through Llano River, Highland Lakes
Storms over the Lake Buchanan watershed on May 4-5 have caused the Colorado River and its tributaries to rise, according to the Lower Colorado River Authority Flood Operations Report. “This storm runoff will make its way down to Lake Buchanan over the next several days,” the report stated. 05/07/2024 02:52 AM
Local herbalist will explore medicinal potential of local plants
Local herbalist will explore medicinal potential of local plants
The Highland Lakes Native Plant Society will meet Saturday, May 18, at 3 p.m. at the Marble Falls Public Library, 101 Main St. An educational presentation will follow a 30-minute chapter business meeting. 05/07/2024 02:52 AM
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In sickness and health, Christ is interceding on your behalf
Some individuals are healthier than others, but the uncomfortable facts reveal the human body is generally frail and vulnerable. I occasionally joke around with my son-in-law about him being from another planet because he claims he’s never been sick, however, like the rest of us, there will come a day when something will go wrong. As a minister, I’ve seen my share of sickness and pain and it hurts me to see someone suffer. 05/07/2024 02:52 AM
If you are using S hangars for your outdoor bird feeders, you can stick the orange wedge onto the end. This also prevents the squirrels from knocking your bird feeder to the ground.
Pay heed to that ‘black stuff ’ collecting on hummingbird feeder
Master’s Garden Black mold on hummingbird feeders can be a common issue, especially in warm and humid conditions. This mold often develops in the sugar water (nectar) solution when it’s not changed frequently or when the feeder is not cleaned regularly. 05/07/2024 02:52 AM
Marble Falls junior Tyler Hamblin stands in front of the scoreboard that flashes his time and finish in the 3,200 meters at the Class 4A State Track and Field Championships May 2. Contributed photo
Top Marble Falls trackster completes season at ‘hardest’ meet
Marble Falls High School junior runner Tyler Hamblin placed sixth in the 3,200 meters at the Class 4A Track and Field Championships May 2 in 9 minutes and 23.38 seconds. His time set a new personal record. 05/07/2024 02:52 AM
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Marble Falls football to host Friday Night Lights camp
The Marble Falls Independent School District football program is offering several opportunities for youngsters to learn more about the sport. The first is the Friday Night Lights camp for children in Kindergarten- sixth grade May 10 at The Corral at Mustang Stadium. 05/07/2024 02:52 AM
The 2024 Faith Academy track and field team ends its season at the Class 3A state meet. The participants are Carly Owens (front row, left) Audri Poage, Anabelle Merlick, Charlee Ehrig, Claire Poage, Morgan Weems, head coach Steve McCannon; assistant coach Jay Silvers (back row, left) Kenle...
Lady Flames track and field team finish in state’s top 10
The Faith Academy of Marble Falls girls track team finished seventh at the Class 3A State Track and Field meet of the Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools May 2-3. The Lady Flames earned 39 points. 05/07/2024 02:52 AM
Jade Simon raised her hat for Trinity Frazier to apply more hairspray to keep her hat from flying off Saturday, May 4, at the Burnet County Rodeo Association 2024 Scholarship Pageant. See more photos on Page 14. Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography
Rodeo scholarship pageant brings out the best
Jade Simon raised her hat for Trinity Frazier to apply more hairspray to keep her hat from flying off Saturday, May 4, at the Burnet County Rodeo Association 2024 Scholarship Pageant. See more photos on Page 14. 05/07/2024 02:52 AM
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