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Natural Pest Control: 15 plants to keep insects at bay

Master’s Garden As we approach the end of July, insects like mosquitoes, flies, aphids, and gnats continue to be a nuisance in our gardens and outdoor spaces. Instead of reaching for chemical repellents, consider these 15 plants that naturally keep pesky insects away. 07/23/2024 04:00 AM

Friday, July 19, 2024 Edition

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07/19/2024 12:04 PM

Horseshoe Bay city council talks safer roads

Horseshoe Bay city council talks safer roads

The Horseshoe Bay City Council discussed extensive plans for transportation enhancements, focusing on safety and mobility. Intersection improvements for those having safety issues, including engineering and potential land acquisition, were highlighted as crucial steps. 07/19/2024 03:58 AM

A portion of Wirtz Dam Road is typically underwater and utilized by LCRA and other entities primarily to move heavy equipment and construction components for the dam when Lake Marble Falls is lowered. File rendering

TxDOT to host public meeting for planned Wirtz road bridge

As the state prepares to host a public meeting on a planned new bridge, local officials offered de tails about the timeline. The Wirtz Dam Road bridge is scheduled to be built over the Colorado River to connect Cottonwood Shores to an area between Marble Falls and Granite Shoals. 07/19/2024 03:58 AM

Marble Falls permits ‘quadplex’ project

Marble Falls permits ‘quadplex’ project

Marble Falls City Council approved a conditional use permit July 16 that would clear a dilapidated property and expand housing options for low-income residents. The council action, during its regular meeting, allows a contractor to build 12 apartments separated over three lots into two-story “quadplexes” (four apartments per each lot, paired atop one another within three stand-alone units) within the Marble Falls Original Township Downtown Residential District, near the Avenue T and Seventh Street southeast corner. 07/19/2024 03:58 AM

Council considers dissolving public improvement district

Council considers dissolving public improvement district

Marble Falls City Council looked and sounded wary during its recent meeting, as one key financial representa tive presented a petition to dissolve the Thousand Oaks Public Improvement District. Next, after the district is dissolved, return to square one and “recreate” the area. 07/19/2024 03:58 AM

Marble Falls ISD preps for 2025 bond request

Marble Falls ISD preps for 2025 bond request

Marble Falls ISD trustees took another step Monday toward an expected request next year for bond money by agreeing to contract with an Austin firm that helps districts build bond programs. That contract is with Pfluger Architects, which “provides school districts bond planning, master planning, programming, architecture, interior design, and contract administration services,” according to its website. 07/19/2024 03:58 AM

MFISD briefs on campus carry firearms policy, budget

MFISD briefs on campus carry firearms policy, budget

Marble Falls school trustees heard briefings Monday about school board policies for the coming year, including those for school district employees au- thorized to carry fire arms on campus. Those policies haven’t changed, said Assistant Superintendent for Administration Stan Whittle. 07/19/2024 03:58 AM

Marble Falls High School tennis players Sophia Trudeau (left) and Chloe Brown are at the Charlie and Nancy Herrington Tennis Center for an evening of competition during open courts night. Contributed photo

Open courts nights prep for team tennis season

In less than a month, the Marble Falls High School tennis team is back at the Charlie and Nancy Herrington Tennis Center for fall training camp to prepare for the 2024 team tennis season. Marble Falls returns Monday, Aug. 07/19/2024 03:58 AM

Contributed/ Stennis Shotts Maliki Escamilla of IMR Boxing Gym Inc. of Marble Falls was one of 50 athletes competing in the Hill Country Summer Showdown July 13.

Boxing event’s accomplishments extend beyond the ring

Organizers of the Hill Country Summer Showdown boxing event that happened July 13 are calling it a rousing success for several reasons. Top of the list, according to Karlene Escamilla of IMR Boxing Gym Inc. 07/19/2024 03:58 AM

Marble Falls High School swimming coach Elizabeth Coyle and daughter Kealin Alford, a swimming regional qualifier last season, are on a mission to add more Mustangs to the program. Contributed photo

Coach prioritizes adding more swimmers to MFHS program

New Marble Falls High School swimming and diving coach Elizabeth Coyle’s drive for program success started with someone living under her roof — daughter Kealin Alford. Alford advanced to the Class 4A Region IV meet last season. 07/19/2024 03:58 AM

Llano County library lawsuit stalls, again

Llano County library lawsuit stalls, again

A lawsuit filed by seven Llano County library patrons against the county, the library system and the library board is going back to square one before the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans. 07/19/2024 03:58 AM

Judy Kelley, July's Artist of the Month, loves color. Contributed photo

Seascapes and landscapes kindle interest in HL gallery artist

The Highland Arts Guild & Gallery selected a creative artist who tends to rub you the right way for Artist of the Month. Judy Kelley’s initial love for art began at an early age. 07/19/2024 03:58 AM

TxDOT to resurface U.S. 281 and RM 1431 in MFalls

TxDOT to resurface U.S. 281 and RM 1431 in MFalls

TxDOT is scheduled to resurface the U.S. 281 and RM 1431 during July and August. 07/19/2024 03:58 AM

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Discover a hidden gem (or fossil!) at Nightengale Archaeological Center

Kingsland Chamber of Commerce One of Kingsland’s best kept secrets is the Nightengale Archaeological Center at 1010 Circle Drive. Check it out at the free Open House on Saturday, Aug. 07/19/2024 03:58 AM

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