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House bill would fine museums up to $500,000 a day for displaying ‘obscene material’

House bill would fine museums up to $500,000 a day for displaying ‘obscene material’

House Bill 3958, filed by Rep. David Lowe (R-North Richland Hills), proposes to amend Chapter 402 of Texas Government Code to fine museums that display material in violation of certain sections of Texas Penal Code up to $500,000 per item per day the material is displayed after being found in violation. Under the bill, the Office of the Attorney General would be able to bring action to obtain injunctive relief to remove the material indefinitely. 04/29/2025 04:07 AM

The TLC has come under increasing scrutiny in recent weeks, especially regarding the use of courier services by recent winners. Contributed/TheTexan.News

Texas Lottery Commission faces new lawsuit amid state scrutiny

The ongoing Texas Lottery saga involving retailers, couriers, and winners continues to generate debate, media coverage, and political backlash in the state. Lt. 04/29/2025 04:07 AM

Martelle Luedecke/ Luedecke Photography Senior Kylie Roberts first picked up a discus in the fifth grade. She has one more meet before graduation – the Class 4A state meet.

Talent, commitment exemplifies third generation athlete’s success

Marble Falls High School thrower Kylie Roberts is following family tradition when enters the circle to compete at 1 p.m. at the Class 4A Track and Field Championships Thursday, May 1. 04/29/2025 04:07 AM

Head coach Tyler Porter (left) talks to Grant Carter (11), Braxton Dicken (1) and Owen Nash.

Mustangs baseball sweep builds playoffs momentum

The Marble Falls High School baseball team defeated Jarrell 9-4 April 25 to finish third in the District 24-4A standings. “It’s a more positive feeling for us,” head coach Tyler Porter said. 04/29/2025 04:07 AM

and Cooper Kelley wear their gold medals and Nicolas Smith and Payton Glaser wear their silver medals signifying their finishes at the District 24-4A tournament. The boys doubles teams of Weston York (left)

Mustangs boys tennis team wins district title

The Marble Falls High School boys tennis team is the District 24-4A champion thanks to earning 25 points. Lampasas was second with 19 points. 04/29/2025 04:07 AM

Burnet County resident Randy Printz, who has property on FM 3509 near a planned quarry, has installed a number of monitors around Burnet County to gather data about aggregate industry's impact on air quality. Connie Swinney/The Highlander

Grassroots group sets up air monitoring devices

Members of a mining watchdog group have taken air quality matters into their own hands. Randy Printz of saveburnet. 04/29/2025 04:07 AM

New reclamation plant groundbreaking planned for May 5. Contributed rendering

Crews to break ground for wastewater plant

The city of Marble Falls is hosting a groundbreaking celebration for the new city reclamation plant. The event is at 10 a.m. 04/29/2025 04:07 AM

At Kingsland Boys and Girls Club Touch-a-Truck, Brody Adams threw towards the dunking booth April 26. Find more photos on Page 8. Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

At Kingsland Boys and Girls Club Touch-a-Truck, Brody Adams threw towards the dunking booth April 26. 04/29/2025 04:07 AM

Gala builds support for saving animals

Gala builds support for saving animals

The Hill Country Humane Society hosted its 2025 Wags to Riches Gala on Saturday night, April 26, welcoming more than 400 guests for an evening of inspiration, community, and fun – all in support of local animals in need. 04/29/2025 04:07 AM

New KMUD wastewater plant construction underway

New KMUD wastewater plant construction underway

The Kingsland Municipal Utility District new wastewater plant construction recently commenced with few hitches. “It is moving along very well,” KMUD General Manager J. 04/29/2025 04:07 AM

The music festival, co-hosted by john Arthur martinez (left), is a full-blown cultural experience that's free, fam - ily-friendly and filled with unforgettable performances. Contributed photo

FiestaJAM 2025 to celebrate Americana, Texas roots songwriters

This spring, the Hill Country is set to come alive with the sounds of country, Americana, and Texas roots music as FiestaJAM returns to Marble Falls from May 1-3, 2025. Set against the scenic backdrop of Johnson Park Amphitheatre, this three-day celebration is more than a music festival – it’s a full-blown cultural experience that’s free, family-friendly, and filled with unforgettable 04/29/2025 04:07 AM

The Pregnancy and Life Center will hold a fundraiser with the Copperhead Creek Shooting Club hosting a Sporting Clay event Saturday, April 26.

Life Center fundraiser this Saturday, April 26

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The property is located across the river from Colorado Bend State Park and includes 1.5 miles of Yancey Creek, limestone bluffs and several natural springs. Combined with the recent acquisition of 2,020 acres in Burnet County, the new state park will comprise more than 3,000 acres. File ph...

State buys another 1,100 acres for park land in Burnet County

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) finalized the purchase of 1,100 acres in Lampasas and Burnet Counties, completing the second phase of an acquisition to create a new state park. The property is located across the river from Colorado Bend State Park and includes 1.5 miles of Yancey Creek, limestone bluffs and several natural springs. 04/25/2025 04:04 AM

Health Care Fair comes to Cottonwood

Health Care Fair comes to Cottonwood

In a first-time event, the city of Cottonwood Shores has planned a healthcare fair. The event is scheduled Saturday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Community Park. This free, family-friendly event invites the community to connect with a wide variety of health and wellness resources – all in one place. 04/25/2025 04:04 AM

The collection will include automobile tires (24” or less) with no rims. File photo

Waste collection happens Saturday, April 26

The Burnet County BOPATE (batteries, oil, paint, antifreeze, tires, electronics) Waste Collection Event for the spring is scheduled for this Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 2411 FM 963 (2 miles east of U.S. 281) outside of the city of Burnet. 04/25/2025 04:04 AM

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