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Sponsorships are available for the Formula 1 Powerboat Championship coming to Marble Falls. The debut Battle on the Colorado, August 1 – 3 replaces Lakefest in Lakeside Park. Contact the Marble Falls/Highland Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce at 830-693-2815. Visit https://www.marblefalls.org...

F1 boat races participation heating up

Sponsorships are available for the Formula 1 Powerboat Championship coming to Marble Falls. 06/13/2025 04:36 AM

Pictured is Leon Berard in 1958 when he first met his wife, Lily.

Senior center revelers host 90th birthday party

On June 7, Leon Berard celebrated his 90th birthday with family and friends at the Marble Falls Senior Activity Center. Originally from Fall River, Mass., Leon joined the U.S. 06/13/2025 04:36 AM

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AquaBoom’s 2025 Grand Marshal receives star treatment

Hafdis Gentry, who someone once called a “powerhouse” behind the scenes, received a surprise visit from balloon- carrying family and friends several weeks ago at Wakepoint in Kingsland. Awarding her the honor of serving as this year’s AquaBoom Grand Marshal caused many Hafdis tears and humble acceptance, but all who know her and the endless hours of volunteering in her community couldn’t imagine anyone more deserving of this recognition. 06/13/2025 04:36 AM

Photos submitted to the Falls on the Colorado Museum 2026 calendar contest are now on display in the Madolyn Frasier Room. To vote, buy tickets for $1 each ($5 minimum) and place tickets in the envelopes attached to the photos you think are best. Contributed photo

Vote now for 2026 calendar photos at Falls Museum

Your vote counts in deciding which Hill Country water-themed photographs will be featured in The Falls on the Colorado Museum’s 2026 calendar. In-person voting continues through July 5 in the museum at 2001 Broadway in Marble Falls. 06/13/2025 04:36 AM

The Consumer Decision Making team advancing to the national competition are, from left to right, Connor Mc-Donald, Klein Stanley, Christopher Clayton and Liam McDonald. Contributed photo

4-H teams achieve triple victory at State Roundup

The Burnet County 4-H program proudly announces a remarkable achievement at the 2025 Texas 4-H State Roundup, where three of its teams secured state championships in their respective contests: Consumer Decision Making, Photography Judging, and Indoor Rifle. 06/13/2025 04:36 AM

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Richard Thomas “Ricky” Atkison

Richard Thomas “Ricky” Atkison Was born on Febuary 28, 1953 to Lex and Ruby Atkison in Burnet Texas. He passed away on May 26, 2025 after a short illness. 06/13/2025 04:36 AM

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September 3, 1950 —May 22, 2025 Edward Lee Day, known affectionately as Ed to his friends and family, left this world on May 22, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on September 3, 1950, in Odessa, Texas, Ed’s journey through life was marked by an unwavering spirit of love, intelligence, and friendliness that touched all who knew him. 06/13/2025 04:36 AM

Signicant rainfall expected this week

Signicant rainfall expected this week

The broad dome of high pressure that is expected to bring very hot temperatures to the region is also forecast to weaken and back southwest into Mexico. As the high shifts southwest, it is expected to cause winds in the middle and upper atmosphere to flow from the southern Rockies into Texas for most of this week. 06/10/2025 04:34 AM

Natalie Pearson posed with her grandfather in front of their 1937 Buick Roadmaster entry. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

VFW hosts hottest ticket in town with cool cars

As schools let out thFrom staff reports The Marble Falls VFW 10367 Freedom Rally Car & Bike Show rolled into town on Saturday, June 7, filling 1001 Veterans Drive with a colorful showcase of cars, trucks, and bikes. 06/10/2025 04:34 AM

An aerial view of the work at the Ophelia Hotel and Conference Center site shows progress on the project. Contributed/Marble Falls EDC

Hotel/conference center site ‘leveling up’ in Marble Falls

Land clearing is underway on the $42 million waterfront hotel and conference center, adjacent to Lakeside Park in Marble Falls. The $36 million project, near the shoreline of Lake Marble Falls, will feature 123 upscale Hilton hotel rooms and more than 14,000 square feet of meeting and event space, including a main ballroom and junior ballroom. 06/10/2025 04:34 AM

Technologyfocused laws to shake-up the digital economy

Technologyfocused laws to shake-up the digital economy

In an ever-evolving digital environment, the Texas Legislature took proactive measures during the 89th Legislative Session to pass bills that will work to regulate and oversee the future of artificial intelligence (AI) and technology within the state. 06/10/2025 04:34 AM

Colton Wilson of Bertram made his mark as a steer wrestler competing Friday night at the 89th Llano Pro Rodeo held at the John L. Kuykendall Arena & Events Center. Burnet County native Ayden Dale also competed in bull riding. Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

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Connie Swinney/ The Highlander Arthur Ganung Jr., stood at his front door in the 1200 block of Cedar Drive in Marble Falls for the last time June 4 before his eviction.

Community comes to aid of evicted veteran

After spending his last night in his Marble Falls home June 3, 84-year-old Arthur “Art” Ganung Jr. pondered what he might do next. 06/10/2025 04:34 AM

Faith Academy football head coach Jay Silvers is encouraged by the number of Flames who are participating in the summer strength and conditioning program. Photos by Jennifer Fierro/TexasChalkTalk.com

Faith Academy Flames fire up for summer training

The Faith Academy of Marble Falls football team is planting the seeds for success for the 2025 season right now by giving up parts of their mornings to participate in the summer strength and conditioning program. 06/10/2025 04:34 AM

High school player Chloe Taylor (left) is dropping balls to June Williams, while Carter Cauble (back) and Brynlee Crouse wait their turn. Contributed photos

Success leads to increased number of tennis campers

After another successful tennis year where the Marble Falls High School program earned several district and regional medals, coaches look to get the next crew of players ready through the first of two camps. 06/10/2025 04:34 AM

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