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Photos by Jennifer Fierro/TexasChalk- Talk.com On first day of Marble Falls Forge '24, coaches emphasis the proper way to do each drill as illustrated by Marble Falls strength and con- ditioning coordina - tor Karl "Beef" Bielfeldt, who is helping Deagan Whitted.
Athletes display willingness to work during Marble Falls Forge ’24
The Marble Falls Independent School District athletic department drew 115 rising ninth-12th graders and about 30 mid- dle schoolers to the first day of summer strength and conditioning June 3. Known as Forge ‘24, coaches were happy with the turnout. 06/07/2024 03:14 AM
From left, Coach Austin Silva, runner Tyler Hamblin, and Coach Chris Schrader savor the moment – Hamblin was the only track and field state finalist this year. Contributed photos
Marble Falls ISD applauds great feats
Special to The Highlander The Marble Falls Board of Trustees meeting May 20 announced and honored the student winners at the recent competitions May 25. The students compet - ed in music, theater, visu al arts, esports, tennis and track. 06/07/2024 03:14 AM
The software also includes a digital map of each campus, including the high school, that will be installed on all front office computers.
District to boost school security
Marble Falls ISD trustees on Monday approved $1,130,220 in state grants that they expect to provide better security next year for the district’s 4,000 students and 725 employees. The grants will provide for scale-proof fencing at all schools and nine panic-bar type exit gates ($475,336); a high-tech emergency panic notification system to be used by employees ($504,700); and entry-resistant film that will be applied to exterior doors and nearby windows ($52,935). 06/07/2024 03:14 AM
One of the newest amenities of Lakeside Park is a manmade sandy beach area. The Marble Falls EDC is proposing an investment of millions of dollars into upgrades and additional amenities at the same park. File photo
$4.2M could boost park amenities
Marble Falls Economic Development Corporation board agreed in principle to spend big bucks for several additions to Lakeside Park. During the June 5 meeting at city hall, the board authorized EDC President Steve Reitz to sign a contract not to exceed $4.2 million to enhance architecture, fences, irrigation, pavements, planting, landscape, pedestrian services, utilities and several other improve - ments at the park. 06/07/2024 03:14 AM
The 2024 Lakefest drag boat races, hosted by the Marble Falls/Lake LBJ Area Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Southern Drag Boat Association, will roar into town tomorrow and Sunday at Lakeside Park. For ticket information, go to visitmarblefalls.org or call 830-693-2815. File photo
The 2024 Lakefest
The 2024 Lakefest drag boat races, hosted by the Marble Falls/Lake LBJ Area Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Southern Drag Boat Association, will roar into town tomorrow and Sunday at Lakeside Park. For ticket information, go to visitmarblefalls.org or call 830-693-2815. 06/07/2024 03:14 AM
Marble Falls revises water fines
Marble Falls revises water fines
Marble Falls City Council recently revised the drought ordinance to include a list of higher fines meant to discourage excess local irrigation of commercial and residen tial landscapes. By a 5-0 vote, the council approved the higher fines for local wa ter-use violations during the June 4 meeting. 06/07/2024 03:14 AM
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Diorah Mae “Dee” Owens
April 5, 1934 — May 24, 2024 Diorah Mae “Dee” Owens, age 90, of Temple, Texas formerly of Sunrise Beach (Lake LBJ) passed away on Friday, May 24, 2024 at a local hospital. A graveside service will take place on Thursday, May 30th, 2024 at Oak Hill Cemetery near McDade, Texas. 05/31/2024 03:09 AM
The cast features: Jordan Jones -William Barfée; Jaylee Sagebiel - Olive Ostrovsky; Hunter Holder - Charlito "Chip" Tolentino; Cameron Newell - Leaf Coneybear; Avery Hoad - Logainne "Schwartzy" Schwartzandgrubenier; Janine Seale - Marcy Park; Hayden Holder - Mitch Mahoney; Richard Day - Vi...
HCCT to present hilarious, heartwarming musical comedy
Hill Country Community Theatre is delighted to announce its upcoming production of “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,” a Tony Awardwinning musical comedy that promises laughter, heartfelt moments, and a spellbinding experience for all. The show will run weekends from June 21 through July 7, 2024, at the Hill Country Community Theatre, located at 4003 FM 2147 West in Cottonwood Shores. 05/31/2024 03:09 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
The break took city crews most of a day to fix and was blamed on the failure of a gasket at a water main connection. File photo
Granite Shoals eyeing discolored water mystery
Granite Shoals is still plagued by remnants of a water main break that resulted in a boil-water notice and shut down of much of the city’s water supply May 5. City council members heard complaints at their regular meeting May 28 about water discoloration and odors in homes. 05/31/2024 03:09 AM
Jonesboro softball coaches Cody (left) and Amanda (Thomas) LeCroy celebrate winning the Class 1A state championship with Gary and Traci Thomas, Amanda's parents. Contributed photo
Marble Falls High School grad guides Jonesboro to state title
The Jonesboro High School softball team beat Neches 3-1 May 29 to capture the 2024 Class 1A state championship. “It feels amazing,” said head coach Amanda (Thomas) LeCroy, a 2014 Marble Falls High School graduate. 05/31/2024 03:09 AM
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