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Head coach Keri Timmerman (left) tells senior quarterback Atreyu Machacek what he is seeing in the middle of the field.

Mustangs to play in 7-on-7 State Qualifying Tourney

The Marble Falls High School 7-on-7 team is one of eight squads competing in the Burnet State Qualifying Tournament Saturday, May 31. To reach the state tournament, teams must win their pool and capture the tournament championship. 05/30/2025 04:28 AM

Part of what makes the Marble Falls ISD's athletic department's approach to getting stronger, faster and more agile is how strength-and-conditioning coordinator Karl 'Beef' Bielfeldt uses other disciplines to help his athletes, including Tyler Leverett, who is flipping a tire. Photos by Je...

Summer conditioning begins in earnest

Marble Falls High School athletes spent months getting stronger, faster and being more agile. But that was during the school year under the watchful eyes of their coaches and strength-and-conditioning coordinator Karl “Beef” Bielfeldt. 05/30/2025 04:28 AM

Junior Canon Cochran's ability to play various spots in the infield and at pitcher impressed district coaches.

Performances yield all-district baseball selections

The Marble Falls High School baseball team returned to the Class 4A playoffs this year thanks to some outstanding performances from several Mustangs. These players left head coaches of other District 24-4A programs impressed, and they showed that by selecting them to all-district teams. 05/30/2025 04:28 AM

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Llano hospital announces new CEO

Special to The Highlander Llano Regional Hospital announces the hiring of Linda Walker, MBA to serve as chief executive officer for the newly independent hospital. Walker joins the hospital in the full-time role effective today. 05/30/2025 04:28 AM

If you have plants, seeds, garden equipment you'd like to sell or trade with other gardeners, reserve a spot and set your own prices. Bring a few things or a truckload.

Gardening event set in Granite Shoals

There is no charge to participate in a Community Plant and Garden Event Saturday, May 31, from 9 a.m. to noon at 4007 Valley View Lane in Granite Shoals. 05/30/2025 04:28 AM

Contributed photo The event features original paintings, Giclee canvas prints at a 20% discount, posters, quilts and art quilts as well as Ira Kennedy fabric panels.

Studio exhibit features couple’s art

Ira and Kathy Kennedy will hold their 4th Annual Open House, Studio Exhibit & Sale Saturday, June 7, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 05/30/2025 04:28 AM

Everyone dressed in 1940s attire and military uniforms and danced to 1940s music provided by the Jazz Daddies from Austin. Contributed photos

Youngsters learn history with a dance celebration

It was all happening at the Highland Lakes Squadron hangar at the Burnet Municipal Airport May 8. The Regents School of Austin brought their eighth-grade class out to experience a Hangar Dance as might have been held during the WWII era. 05/30/2025 04:28 AM

Eric Johnson, a noted Austin and San Antonio baritone soloist, will sing the baritone solo parts in the June 1 presentation of Fauré's Requiem.

Classical music collaborative concert this Sunday

The Heart of Texas Music Society will present an unforgettable performance of Gabriel Fauré’s Requiem, featuring the Heart of Texas Chorale and Orchestra in collaboration with the San Antonio Youth Chorale at 4 p.m. on Sunday, June 1, at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church at 105 RR 1431 E in Marble Falls. This moving concert blends the unique beauty of a classical masterpiece with a mission to support the next generation of musicians. 05/30/2025 04:28 AM

LCRA taking applications for additional $200K in grants

LCRA taking applications for additional $200K in grants

In celebration of their grant program’s 30th year, the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) will offer two $100,000 community grants. The LCRA is increasing the amount of money available for community grants over the next fiscal year and plans to award the grants to commemorate the anniversary. 05/30/2025 04:28 AM

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All eyes on lawmakers; follow the bouncing bills

City of Meadowlakes In last week’s Mayor’s Corner column, I brought up Senate Bill 7 sponsored by Charles Perry of Lubbock which lays out the administrative framework for funding water projects through the leadership of the Texas Water Development Board. The bill is part of a strategy to fund water infrastructure projects by devoting $1 billion in sales tax revenues toward these projects for the next ten years (total of $10 billion). 05/30/2025 04:28 AM

The Marble Falls Post Office was closed down on May 26 for law enforcement to assess that a 'suspicious' package was not a threat. Connie Swinney/The Highlander

Suspicious package evacuates post office

Authorities temporarily cleared a post office of patrons and staff for three hours in Marble Falls after receiving a report of a suspicious package May 26. 05/30/2025 04:28 AM

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James Thomas McCrocklin

James Thomas McCrocklin of Marble Falls passed away peacefully on May 18th, 2025. He was born on January 19, 1949, in Kingsville, Texas. 05/30/2025 04:28 AM

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Barbara Kaye Huffman

April 29, 1939 —May 23, 2025 . 05/30/2025 04:28 AM

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Huey Todd Corry

Horseshoe Bay, Texas - It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Huey Todd Corry Jr on May 21, 2025. Todd was born on October 4, 1948, in Dallas, Texas to Bettye and Huey Todd Corry Sr. While Todd grew up in Dallas and grew his career there, he eventually moved to Houston in 1999 and later happily retired in Horseshoe Bay. 05/30/2025 04:28 AM

Valedictorian Emma Cayce shared her inspiration and expressed pride in her class. Contributed photos

MFHS Class of 2025 looks to the future

From college readiness and military service to honor society accolades and trades certifications, the Marble Falls High School Class of 2025 deserved to be proud of their accomplishments. On May 23, 216 graduates were recognized by the school district at the 2025 graduation ceremony at Mustang Stadium, 2101 Mustang Dr. 05/30/2025 04:28 AM

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