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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
Speaker Dustin Burrows is pictured here receiving congratulatory handshakes from colleagues. Contributed/Mazlin Jordan/The Texan
Rep. Dustin Burrows elected Speaker of the Texas House
State Rep. Dustin Burrows (R-Lubbock) won the Texas House speakership after two rounds of voting on Tuesday, the first day of the 89th Legislative Session. 01/21/2025 02:07 AM
Senior guard Tidus Willie is Mr. Consistent for his team. He scored 23 points during the loss to Jarrell.
Mustangs end first round with loss to Jarrell
The Marble Falls High School boys basketball team lost to Jarrell 44-- 40 Jan. 17 to end the first round of District 24-4A play. 01/21/2025 02:07 AM
Marble Falls head coach Adley Canales (center) and the Lady Mustangs finish the first round of District 24-4A play.
Girls basketball team looks to regroup for second round
The Marble Falls High School girls basketball team lost to Jarrell 63-- 24 Jan. 17 to end the first round of District 24-4A play. 01/21/2025 02:07 AM
Marble Falls junior Ruby Carrillo (right) has scored a goal in the last two matches, including what turned out to be the game winner against Brownwood. Photos by Jennifer Fierro/TexasChalkTalk.com
Soccer girls focus leads to Brownwood upset
The Marble Falls High School girls soccer team defeated Brownwood 1-0 Jan. 17. 01/21/2025 02:07 AM
The Faith Academy of Marble Falls boys basketball team's 2-3 zone, featuring soph - omore forward Seattle Hampton (left) and junior guard Jase Marshall at the front, makes opponents uncomfortable. Photos by Jennifer Fierro/TexasChalkTalk.com
Flames basketball team splits weekend games
The Faith Academy of Marble Falls boys basketball team lost to Waco Live Oak Classical 66-50 Jan. 18 after scorching San Antonio Lutheran 81-44. 01/21/2025 02:07 AM
Photos by Jennifer Fierro/TexasChalk- Talk.com Faith Academy of Marble Falls senior post Hadley Shipley brings muscle to the paint for the Lady Flames
Lady Flames basketball continues tough trek
The Faith Academy of Marble Falls girls basketball team lost to Waco Live Oak 58-27 Jan. 18 and to San Antonio Lutheran 71-46 Jan. 16 in District 4-3A play of the Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools. 01/21/2025 02:07 AM
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Winter storms: Keeping property damage to a minimum
In 2021, winter storms in Texas led to hundreds of thousands of insurance claims and billions of dollars in damage. Here are steps you can take to protect your home and property from winter storm damage, according to the Texas Department of Insurance. 01/21/2025 02:07 AM
Currently, the Burnet Central Appraisal District seeks a new construction manger to oversee the renovation of office space it owns next door to its headquarters at
Plans progressing for tax office makeover
The Burnet Central Appraisal District hopes soon to hire one construction manager soon to direct renovation of several enclosed square feet of office space the district owns at 215 S. Pierce, adjacent to district headquarters at 223 S. Pierce, near the Burnet County Courthouse east side and the Central Texas Groundwater Conservation District office. 01/21/2025 02:07 AM
Area residents are working to keep animals or livestock sheltered and ensuring they can access non-frozen drinking water. On Jan. 17, Charlee Wilson-Caffee of Thunderhorse Outfitters at Reveille Peak Ranch
Freezing conditions descend on the Highland Lakes
Cold weather, snow and ice are some of the dangers people face. Those conditions can be life-threatening as well as cause damage to property. 01/21/2025 02:07 AM
Horseshoe Bay to hear municipal audit praise
Horseshoe Bay to hear municipal audit praise
Horseshoe Bay City Council members apparently can look forward to some good news when they meet Tuesday afternoon. They’re scheduled to review an audit of the city’s finances for the fiscal year that ended Sept. 01/21/2025 02:07 AM
Marble Falls council set to review Manzano district
Marble Falls council set to review Manzano district
During its upcoming meeting, the Marble Falls City Council plans to review a petition related to creation of the Manzano Mile Public Improvement District. The council plans to meet 6 p.m. 01/21/2025 02:07 AM
Mustang Cheerleaders competed in the Finals at the UIL Spirit State Competition over the weekend. Out of 60 teams they placed in the top 20. Contributed photo
Good Cheer
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Nelda Jo “Jody” Henley
September 7, 1950 —January 11, 2025 Nelda Slaughter Henley, a beacon of kindness, creativity, and adventure, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2025, in Marble Falls, Texas. Born on September 7, 1950, in Mason, Texas, Jody’s life was a tapestry of love, service, and exploration, woven with the threads of family, work, and hobbies that brought joy to her and those around her. 01/17/2025 02:05 AM
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