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Company pauses permit for rail line project

Company pauses permit for rail line project

Officials working on a controversial rail line project have halted the permit application process, citing a need to do more “assessment and evaluation.” Texas Materials, a Cedar Park-based company, notified public officials, politicians and media that they are pausing their federal permit application for the project. The company, a subsidiary of CRH Americas Materials, had plans to upgrade 27 miles of rail line to transport aggregate rock materials. 05/23/2025 04:22 AM

Marble Falls Police Chief Glenn Hanson presents the Marble Falls Police Civilian of the Year Award to Ashley Rodriguez during the city council meeting May 20. Raymond V. Whelan/The Highlander

City raises concerns about mine’s permit renewal

Marble Falls City Council recently approved the filing of a protest with the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) against Huber Carbonates LLC, which operates a limestone and mining facility, just off Avenue N. Unanimously, the council gave thumbs-up to the protest during its May 20 meeting in City Hall at 800 Third St. 05/23/2025 04:22 AM

Quarry permit bill dies on procedural point

Quarry permit bill dies on procedural point

Recently, one critical bill proposed to impose new regulations in Burnet County related to permits for facilities that produce or crush aggregate failed to pass parliamentary muster in the state House. 05/23/2025 04:22 AM

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PEC election voting underway

Pedernales Electric Cooperative (PEC) members in districts 4 and 5 are now eligible to vote in the Cooperative’s Board of Director Election through June 13, until 5 p.m. This year, eight members are running for two director positions. 05/23/2025 04:22 AM

Marble Falls receiver Kaden Langbein catches a short pass before running for positive yards. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

Mustangs show plenty in final night of 7 on 7

The Marble Falls High School 7-on-7 team’s win against Llano and contest against Burnet May 19 illustrates plenty about the work the Mustangs have put in during the last 12 months. That’s according to head coach Keri Timmerman. 05/23/2025 04:22 AM

Senior linebacker Doak Field closes in quickly to make a play against a Llano receiver during 7 on 7.

After one year, Marble Falls athletes are transforming

A transformed group of Marble Falls High School athletes are competing in several summer league activities thanks to spending almost a year in the strength-and-conditioning program led by coordinator Karl “Beef” Bielfeldt. 05/23/2025 04:22 AM

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HCHS multiple projects making a big impact

This past week, the Hill Country Humane Society and its dedicated partners came together to make a real, measurable impact for animals and families throughout Central Texas. At a focused Trap-Neuter- Return (TNR) clinic, 50 community cats were spayed or neutered, preventing countless future litters and improving quality of life for these animals. 05/23/2025 04:22 AM

This event is open to all cars, trucks, and bikes, and participants are encouraged to register their show vehicles between 9 a.m. and noon for just $20. File photo

VFW Freedom Rally Car & Bike Show set for June 7

The roar of engines, the gleam of chrome, and the spirit of patriotism will fill the air in Marble Falls on Saturday, June 7, as the 4th Annual VFW Freedom Rally Car & Bike Show returns to town. Hosted by VFW Post 10376, the event is set to take place at 1001 Veterans Dr, Marble Falls, TX 78654, and promises a high-octane celebration honoring American freedom and those who’ve fought to defend it. 05/23/2025 04:22 AM

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Meadowlakes welcomes councilors to the dais

At last evening’s, May 20, Meadowlakes City Council meeting, we swore in incumbent member, Barbara Peskin, and one new member, Bruce Johnson. Incumbent Garrett Wood will be sworn in later. 05/23/2025 04:22 AM

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Enrollment underway for Spicewood Christian Academy

Spicewood Christian Academy (SCA), a thriving private Christian school nestled on over three acres in the heart of Spicewood, is celebrating a major milestone: the completion of its fourth successful year and an exciting leap into its fifth. With steady growth, strong leadership, and new opportunities arising from recent education reforms in Texas, SCA is poised to serve even more families across Spicewood, Lakeway, Horseshoe Bay, and Marble Falls. 05/23/2025 04:22 AM

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Best way to beat the heat? … with cold treats

I love cold chocolate treats, like the Iced Mocha at Lazy Heron, 240 RR 2900. Now, they offer a variety of ice cream, so there’s even more reason to walk across the street and satisfy my cravings. 05/23/2025 04:22 AM

Fight continues after quarry bill defeat

Fight continues after quarry bill defeat

Dear Editor; We are disappointed but not defeated about what happened in the State House last Thursday regarding HB 5151 co-sponsored by Rep. Terry Wilson and Rep. 05/23/2025 04:22 AM

Kathy McFarlen's photograph, 'Great Blue at Golden Hour,' captures the beauty of this majestic bird spotted throughout the Highland Lakes. Contributed photo

Expert birders to share experiences, June 5

Highland Lakes Birding and Wildflower Society offers many opportunities throughout the year to observe birds and wildflowers with others. Members and visitors alike have shared experiences monthly at Haley Nelson Park in Burnet and Inks Dam National Fish Hatchery; yearly with the Christmas Bird Count, The Great Backyard Bird Count and Golf Cart Birding; and occasional field trips, like Museo Benini southeast of Marble Falls, Canyon of the Eagles on Lake Buchanan and San Antonio Botanical Gardens, to name a few. 05/23/2025 04:22 AM

Two Superintendent's Awardees, student council president Isaiah Lazos and 2025 valedictorian Emma Cayce, accepted congratulations from school leaders behind them, from left, Principal Patrick Hinson, school board members Larry Berkman, Mandy McCary, Gary Boshears, Kevin Virdell, Alex Payso...

MFISD highlights outstanding students, staff

Superintendent Jeff Gasaway presented the April 2025 Superintendent’s Award to two standout Marble Falls High School seniors — 2025 Valedictorian Emma Cayce and Student Council President Isaiah Lazos — chosen from among 237 graduating seniors. 05/23/2025 04:22 AM

The Heart of Texas Chorus and Orchestra rehearsed Faure's Requiem for the first time with the San Antonio Youth Chorale on Sunday afternoon May18 at St. Peter's Lutheran Church where the HOT Chorus has rehearsed weekly for months. Contributed photo

Classical concert to support next generation of artists

In preparation for an unforgettable performance of Gabriel Fauré’s Requiem, the Heart of Texas (HOT) Chorale and Orchestra held its first combined rehearsal with the San Antonio Youth Chorale (SAYC) on May 18 at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Sanctuary. 05/23/2025 04:22 AM

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