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Early voting turnout mixed

Early voting turnout mixed

From Burnet to Marble Falls a number of voters cast their ballots early for the May municipal and school elections. Depending on whether you voted in the north end of the south end or the county determined how brisk the turnout. 05/02/2025 04:09 AM

Photos by Connie Swinney/ The Highlander Charlie Alexander of Kerrville was among the crew April 30 preparing the MayFest carnival in Johnson Park in Marble Falls. The traveling midway, which coincides with FiestaJAM in the park, is going on today, Friday, May 2 and Saturday, May 3..

MayFest carnival coming to town May, 2-3

MayFest is happening in conjunction with FiestaJam, live music in Johnson Park May 2-3. 05/02/2025 04:09 AM

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Voting centers prepped for Saturday’s election

Voters are going to the polls for a number of municipal and school elections as well as a multi-million dollar Marble Falls ISD school election bond. The school district has divided the bond into four distinct propositions. 05/02/2025 04:09 AM

Drought restrictions stuck at Stage 4

Drought restrictions stuck at Stage 4

The Central Texas Groundwater Conservation District (CTGCD) board decided to maintain Stage 4 critical drought restrictions. “Obviously, because of the lack of rainfall,” CTGCD District Manager Mitchell Sodek told the board during the April 21 meeting. 05/02/2025 04:09 AM

LCRA will hear comments on quarry

LCRA will hear comments on quarry

The Lower Colorado River Authority is expanding the ways members of the public can share feedback on a proposed aggregate processing plant and quarry near Inks Lake. In addition to providing comments online or by mail, members of the public are welcome to share their comments in person between 8 and 11 a.m. 05/02/2025 04:09 AM

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Water, air quality concerns dominate quarry hearing

Nearly two dozen Burnet County residents traveled to the Texas Capitol April 24 to offer insight to a committee about the impact of aggregate mining on their communities. Texas Environmental Regulation Committee Chairman Brooke Landgraf welcomed State Rep. 05/02/2025 04:09 AM

Connie Swinney/The Highlander Avenue N from the railroad tracks at the Huber Mining plant to the Avenue S intersection is closed pending the start of work on a structure over the flood-prone low water crossing. Motorists will detour through Avenue S instead of Johnson Park, which is closed...

Road closed in anticipation of bridge project

. 05/02/2025 04:09 AM

Raffle winner Shelby Huffman high-fived for the cause April 26 during the Wags to Riches Hill Country Humane Society fundraiser at the YMCA of the Highland Lakes. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

Wags to Riches raises $170K to help save animals

. 04/29/2025 04:07 AM

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Judith Elaine Bailey

October 14, 1936 —April 26, 2025 Judith Elaine Bailey, born October 14, 1936, in Houston, Texas, to Joseph E. and Thelma Davies, passed away on April 26, 2025. 04/29/2025 04:07 AM

Early voting ends today, April 29

Early voting ends today, April 29

Voters are going to the polls for a number of municipal and school elections as well as a multi-million dollar Marble Falls ISD school election bond. Early voting for the May 3 elections started April 22 with the final day, Tuesday, April 29. 04/29/2025 04:07 AM

$172.2M bond package on the ballot

$172.2M bond package on the ballot

Marble Falls ISD bond bond election will help support facility upgrades and academic programs, officials say. Voters are going to the polls today during the last day of early voting for the May 3 election. 04/29/2025 04:07 AM

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Pedestrian dies weeks after collision

A 29-year-old female has succumbed to injuries after she was struck by a vehicle on U.S. 281 in Marble Falls. 04/29/2025 04:07 AM

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You’re invited to Community Day in Marble Falls

Save the date for Saturday, May 3. The community of Marble Falls invites you to enjoy a day filled with fun, resources, and connection at the Community Day event, taking place in the First Assembly Church parking lot from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Located at the corner of First Street and Main Street, this event promises exciting convergence of two popular happenings: the Community Resource Fair and the 1st on First Swap Meet & Community Garage Sale. 04/29/2025 04:07 AM

PEC board of director candidates announced

PEC board of director candidates announced

The Pedernales Electric Cooperative board approved the ballot for the Cooperative’s 2025 Board of Directors Election at its regular meeting April 17. This year, eight members are running for two director positions in districts 4 and 5. 04/29/2025 04:07 AM

The music group AKA will appear on the stage at the Hill Country Theatre May 3 at 7:30 p.m. and May 4 at 2 p.m. Contributed photo

High-energy country comes to local theater

Get ready for a boot-stompin’ high-energy night of pure country entertainment as AKA brings their all-new show, “AKA Goes Country,” to the Hill Country Community Theatre real soon. This toe-tappin’ celebration of classic and contemporary country hits takes the stage Saturday, May 3 at 7:30 p.m. 04/29/2025 04:07 AM

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