The Marble Falls golf teams participated in the Lake Travis Invitational this week at LakeCliff Golf Club in Spicewood. The Lady Mustangs placed fourth, and the boys brought home medals placing second. Pictured are: boys, from left: Waylon Hibbitts, Coby Holley, Isaiah Ramirez, Blake Turner and Grant Norris; girls, from left: Kross Talamantes, Taylor Gunter, Lyndsey Schwope, Jordi Oelschleger and Annmarie Wolleck. Photos contributed by Ginny Norris

Ninety-one-year-old Rose Wright was able to take down these two bucks within 15 minutes of each other on the first morning of deer season on Saturday, Nov. 7. The bucks were 10 points, left, and eight points, right. It was the first time in Rose’s illustrious hunting history that she ever had killed two bucks the first morning of deer season. The ranch where she shot the deer has been in her family since 1949 and is located in southern Burnet County.

The Spicewood and Highland Lakes Lions Club will be distributing new and gently used, clean coats for children of all ages who need a coat and cannot afford one. These coats are available for Highland Lakes area children of all ages and will be distributed at the Blazing Star Masonic Lodge at 319 Ave. G, Marble Falls on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

A group of residents in a Spicewood subdivision expressed opposition to a dwelling being utilized as a shortterm rental due to concerns about infrastructure limitations, increased traffic and noise in the neighborhood.

The University Interscholastic League (UIL) updated the guidelines for summer strength and conditioning on July 8. The guidance remains in effect until the first day of instruction or the start of in-season activities, whichever occurs earlier.

By Connie Swinney Staff Writer Highland Lakes Newspapers Throughout the Highland Lakes, local residents and visitors alike seek getaways from the hot summer sun. Surrounded by lakes, a wellspring of natural waterways abound. Water seekers can also find a few swimming pools and water recreation venues as well. From the public pool in Meadowlakes to the far reaches of Shaw Island on Lake Buchanan, summer fun in a revitalizing oasis is just a short drive away. Here are few to keep in mind for the family this summer: … Find this listing in the Tuesday, June 30 issue of The Highlander's Summer Fun Guide. To offer a comment or a news tip, email editor@highlandernews.com.