Burnet news

Radical Restoration Ministries bring healing and hope to countless women who have lost the struggle of trying to fix their lives. Dr. Dawn Knighton-Adkin’s rescue, redemption, and restoration was a long journey but Radical Restoration Ministries and Joyologie Boutique are changing women’s lives through the love of Christ. Pictured, from left, are Theresa Kitchens, Holly York, Stephanie Boyer and Kristen Ross. Contributed photo

Boutique and ministry fuse faith and fashion

Friday, March 18, 2022

The square in Burnet, Texas, is known for its historic buildings and unique shops. One of the newest additions, Joyologie, is a ministry that just happens to be a boutique with a profusion of brightly colored apparel along with jewelry, hats, and shoes.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott attended the First Lincoln-Reagan Dinner on March 10 at Cedar Skies in Burnet County. Contributed photos

Texas governor headlines GOP event in Burnet County

News Staff

Friday, March 11, 2022

Texas Governor Greg Abbott was the honored guest at the first Lincoln-Reagan Dinner in Burnet County on March 10 at the Cedar Skies venue in Log Country Cove.

Burnet County Elections Administrator Doug Ferguson gives Burnet County Commissioners an update on the upcoming statewide amendment election. Seated, from left, are Pct. 1 Commissioner Jim Luther and Pct. 2 Commissioner Damon Beierle. Raymond V. Whelan/The Highlander

Burnet County Commissioners endorse plans for amendment elections

Raymond V. Whelan Staff Writer

Wednesday, March 9, 2022

During its March 8 meeting, the County Commissioners approved voting precincts for the upcoming state constitution amendment elections.

Celebrate! Lake Country Living...

News Staff

Friday, March 4, 2022

Highland Lakes Publishing is proud to announce the 2022 Lake Country Living of the first quarter is in today's issue and ready to browse! As in every magazine issue so far, we continue to feature the personalities, successes and charm of the Hill Country. Come visit us at our office, 905 Third St. in Marble Falls, for extra copies.

First responders from the City of Burnet, Burnet County, the Department of Public Safety and Williamson County reported to the scene of a crash on Texas 29 on Saturday, Feb. 26 just outside Bertram. Photos by Raymond V. Whelan

DPS probes double fatality crash on Texas 29

Raymond V. Whelan Staff Writer

Tuesday, March 1, 2022

One horrific crash between two pickup trucks happened about 2 p.m. Feb.

More than two hundred guests attended for the auction, live music, homemade chili competition and pies on Feb. 12 at the Freedom Flyer hanger in Burnet. The 9th biennial event features candidates for local county offices as well as state and federal candidates. Proceeds benefit a scholarship program for youngsters through the Burnet County Republican Women group.

Event hosted at Freedom Flyer hangar benefits youth

Special To The Highlander

Tuesday, February 15, 2022

Burnet County Republican Women and Burnet County Republican Club held their 9th biennial Chili Cook Off on Saturday February 12,2022. The event was sponsored by Chris Ward at the Freedom Flyer hangar in Burnet.

La Vonna (Vonnie) Rea Riddell Fox was among attendees who assisted Burnet County Judge James Oakley with the grand opening ceremony of the refurbished Historic Jail on Thursday, Feb. 10 at the site, which will now be used as a visitors center and museum.

Refurbishment of the Burnet County Historic Jail honors heritage, family

From Staff Reports

Tuesday, February 15, 2022

Burnet County officials, community leaders and descendants of the late Sherrif Wallace Riddell gathered Thursday, Feb. 10 for the unveiling of renovations of the historic Burnet County jail. The structure, 109 South Pierce, is located at the intersection of Washington St. on the Burnet County Courthouse Square. The building was initially constructed in 1884.

Pictured here: The Marble Falls Courthouse South Annex, 810 Steve Hawkins Parkway, is one of the early voting locations. File photo

Voters can vote anywhere in the county at several locations

News Staff

Friday, February 11, 2022

Burnet County Early voting is scheduled for 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Auctioneer Scotty D. Gibbs calls for bids during recent Highland Lakes Service League fundraiser. Photos by Linda S. Baker

Highland Lakes Service League auction raises funds

Linda S. Baker Special To The Highlander

Tuesday, February 8, 2022

More than 300 attended the Annual Chuck Wagon Chow Down Dinner and Auction last month. The Highland Lakes Service League sponsored the fundraising event Jan.