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Mario Bennett (left) presents the Texas High School Baseball Coaches Association award named after him to Brad Harman, a 1994 graduate of Marble Falls High School. Contributed photo

Marble Falls High grad receives state association award

Brad Harman recently received the Mario Barrett Meritorious Service Award from the Texas High School Baseball Coaches Association. Harman, a 1994 graduate of Marble Falls High School, is the baseball head coach at Abilene High and a member of the association for 27 years. 01/24/2025 02:09 AM

Annalee Flores (left) and Michelle Epifar participated in Rick Edwards Day of Service last year. Coming up, service projects will take place on Feb. 14 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. all over the southern end of Burnet County. To recommend a project for Marble Falls ISD students, call 325-423-3662...

Day of Service seeking philanthropic projects

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Marble Falls paves way for Manzano Mile development

Marble Falls paves way for Manzano Mile development

Recently, the Marble Falls City Council accepted a petition calling for the creation of the Manzano Mile Public Improvement District. During its Jan. 01/24/2025 02:09 AM

At the end of the last fiscal year the city had total revenues of $30,215,796 and expenditures of $24,552,398, a surplus of $5,663,398. Contributed rendering

Horseshoe Bay reports $5.6M surplus

Horseshoe Bay city council members got a chance to brag Tuesday – at least for what their predecessors and the city staff did. Jon Watson of the Houston auditing firm of Brooks Watson & Co. 01/24/2025 02:09 AM

Details unfolding in judge selection process

Details unfolding in judge selection process

Additional details will soon come into focus related to the selection of a new Burnet County Commissioners Court judge. Next month, Burnet County Pct. 01/24/2025 02:09 AM

Big Chow Down tomorrow night

Big Chow Down tomorrow night

Are you ready to eat some great food and bid in an auction and win a cruise in the raffle and also enjoy some tunes? The much-anticipated Highland Lakes Service League’s annual fundraiser – Chuck Wagon Chow Down – is this Saturday night, Jan. 25, at the YMCA of the Highland (1601 S Water St.) in Burnet. 01/24/2025 02:09 AM

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40,000 visitors strolled through Christmas venue

Marble Falls Walkway of Lights saw tens of thousands of visitors in 2024. Organizers for a public Christmas lights display reported no lack of enthusiasm by visitors, despite the first year to charge for entry. 01/24/2025 02:09 AM

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Philip James Chandler

July 6, 1950 — January 6, 2025 Philip James Chandler was born in Niagara Falls. NY. 01/21/2025 02:07 AM

Pictured from right to left are the newly installed board members of the Highland Lakes Art Guild and Gallery's: Paulette Blake, president; Paul Butcher, first vice president; Dale Stout, second vice president; Evelyn Acosta-Cone, third vice president; Donna Curtis, secretary; and Michele...

New arts guild board ready for vibrant new year

The Highland Arts Guild installed a new board with an eye on an active and creative 2025. New board members are: Paulette Blake, president; Paul Butcher, first vice president; Dale Stout, second vice president; Evelyn Acosta-Cone, third vice president; Donna Curtis, secretary; Michele Kennedy, gallery treasurer; and Jane Price, guild treasurer. 01/21/2025 02:07 AM

To raise funds for scholarships and other needs, the Highland Lakes Service League will serve up a great meal Jan. 25, and give out men's and women's prizes, conduct live and silent auction, card games, rodeo and vacation raffles and a wine pull all in one night at the Burnet YMCA. Contrib...

Last week to get seated for the Chow Down

Saturday, Jan. 25, The Highland Lakes Service League will hold its annual Chuck Wagon Chow Down Dinner and Auction fundraising event at 5:30 p.m. at the YMCA of the Highland Lakes in Burnet. Ticketed guests will enjoy a barbecue dinner provided by Pok-e-Jo’s with live music by Billy Scott. 01/21/2025 02:07 AM

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The curious phenomenon of anting: A closer look at birds in Central Texas

Master’s Garden If you’ve ever watched a bird squat near an ant mound or rub an insect across its feathers, you’ve witnessed a fascinating behavior called “anting.” This peculiar activity is common among many bird species and has intrigued scientists and bird enthusiasts alike. In central Texas, a region rich in bird diversity, several species exhibit this behavior, offering a unique opportunity to observe it up close. 01/21/2025 02:07 AM

File photo Due to the limited time available and the ongoing restructuring efforts, the SDBA will not be able to host a race at Lakefest in 2025.

Event organizers cancel Lakefest 2025

The Southern Drag Boat Association (SDBA) and the Marble Falls Highland Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce are issuing this joint statement to provide an important update regarding Lakefest 2025. As of January 2025, the Southern Drag Boat Association has undergone a transfer of ownership and is currently restructuring under new leadership. 01/21/2025 02:07 AM

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State news covers soot, water, fire and work conditions

The Texas Legislature begins its work creating a state budget for the next two years with slightly less revenue available than it had during the previous biennium. Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar projects lawmakers will have $194.6 billion available during the 2026-27 budget cycle, down 1.1%. 01/21/2025 02:07 AM

Texas has 31 state senators, many of which will be returning for another term in

Texas Senate swears in new members for 89th Legislative Session

The gavel has dropped on the start of the 89th Texas Legislature in the upper chamber, with proceedings kicking off and new state senators being sworn in to begin the policy- making process. Gov. 01/21/2025 02:07 AM

Contribut- ed/Office of the Governor Texas Border Czar Mike Banks is pictured here behind Gov. Greg Abbott.

Trump taps Texas Border Czar Mike Banks to head U.S. Border Patrol

President-elect Donald Trump continues to fill out his future administration with another notable pick to lead the U.S. Border Patrol. 01/21/2025 02:07 AM

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