Special to the Bulletin
Not everyone gets to enjoy Christmas with their families. Some serve the community by going to work so their neighbors can safely revel in the memorable moments of the holidays.
That’s why Jeff Sellers of Hill Country Santa Meals is asking for volunteers to... + continue reading
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BCISD Superintendent Keith McBurnett
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The Burnet Consolidated Independent School District Board of Trustees voted unanimously to call for a bond election on Nov. 5, 2019. The election is for one proposition totaling $33.1 million.
The Board of Trustees will meet... + continue reading
If you haven’t perused the City of Burnet website (cityofburnet.com) lately, you may be missing some valuable information. Whether you are looking for upcoming events, pending ordinances, or just general information about the city, the City’s website is a good place to start. ... + continue reading
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Not everyone gets to enjoy Christmas with their families. Some serve the community by going to work so their neighbors can safely revel in the memorable moments of the holidays.
That’s why Jeff Sellers of Hill Country Santa Meals is asking for volunteers to... + continue reading
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LCRA and Pedernales Electric Cooperative representatives present a $19,882 grant to the Oakalla Volunteer Fire Department for a new substation. The grant is part of LCRA's Community Development Partnership Program. Pictured, from left to right, are: Jared Fields, PEC community engagement representative; Pam Schlumpberger, firefighter; Chris Mick, VFD treasurer; Gene Keeling, VFD president; Damon Beierle, Burnet County commissioner, Precinct 2; Clayton Potter, VFD administrator; Caroline Porter, PEC community relations coordinator; Carla Potter, firefighter; Christina Roehrig, VFD secretary; Nancy Eckert Yeary, LCRA Board member; Ned Roehrig, assistant fire chief; Roberta Elmore, Burnet County Emergency Services District No. 8 president; Steve Dyer, LCRA Regional Affairs representative; Rebekah Moore, firefighter; Mary Baldree, VFD vice president; and State Rep. Terry Wilson of Marble Falls.
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A $19,882 grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority and Pedernales Electric Cooperative will help the Oakalla Volunteer Fire Department construct a new substation in... + continue reading
By Lew K. Cohn
Managing Editor
Burnet Bulletin
The Burnet County Republican Party primary has gotten a little more interesting after a second candidate signed up to run for Precinct 3 commissioner.
Marble Falls City Councilmember William “Dee” Haddock will now square off against... + continue reading
Obituaries
Terry Lee Feldbusch
April 20, 1954 — December 6, 2019
Terry Lee Feldbusch, age 65, passed away at his home in Burnet on Dec. 6, 2019. Terry was the youngest of five children, born on April 20, 1954, in Inglewood, California to Walter Feldbusch and...
Francis (Panchita) Hernandez
September 8, 1939 — December 7, 2019
Francis (Panchita) Hernandez, age 80, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2019, in Kingsland, Texas.
She was born on Sept. 8, 1939, in Laredo, Texas to Oswaldo Sr. and...
Emma Faye Tidwell Farley Davis
September 11, 1925 — December 4, 2019
Emma Faye Tidwell Farley Davis, 94, passed away peacefully on Dec. 4, 2019 in Burnet, Texas.
She was born near Montell, Texas, on Sept. 11, 1925 to William Samuel Tidwell and Genoa...
Bill Hinds
July 3, 1958 — December 3, 2019
Bill Hinds, 61, lifelong resident of Burnet, passed away unexpectedly Dec. 3, 2019. He was born July 3, 1958 to Denver and Dorothy Wilson Hinds in Burnet.
Bill attended Burnet High school and was married to...
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Wayne Craig/Special to the Bulletin
Burnet back, Jaxson Denton, makes a move on a defender while picking up a block on the outside by Devonte Miller. The Dawgs spent Saturday morning participating in an intersquad scrimmage at Bulldog Stadium. This Friday, Aug. 16, Burnet will travel to Burger Stadium for a scrimmage against Crockett.
By Wayne Craig
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While the temperatures are screaming it’s still summertime take a quick drive around the BHS Campus and you will... + continue reading
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Burnet varsity Lady Dawg soccer player Phebe Musasa elevates to an incredible height during a downfield sprint. If that weren't enough, Burnet's leaping Lady Dawg made a solid connection with the ball, sending it on the righ tpath from a difficult angle. The LIttle River Academy goalie made the stop but Musasa certainly wowed her spectators, and the Lady Dawgs went on to win the match 3-1.
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Savanna Gregg/Burnet Bulletin
Encouraging new and returning artists to express their creativity, the Buchanan Arts and Crafts Gallery hosts various painting classes at their location along State Highway 29 in Buchanan Dam, including oil painting, watercolor, and an open painting class every Wednesday.
By Savanna Gregg
Staff Writer
Burnet Bulletin
If there is one thing the Highland Lakes can boast, it is the multitude of artists that can be found... + continue reading
Savanna Gregg/Burnet Bulletin
Hullum's Barber Shop owner Tom Hullum celebrates 70 years as a barber in Burnet, and continues to put smiles on the faces of everyone who walks through his door. A pillar in the community for decades, Hullum's Barber Shop has served as a meeting place for townsfolk looking for a haircut or just to catch up on the latest gossip around town. Hullum also recently celebrated 70 years of marriage with his wife Berniece, and will turn 90 next month.
Nathan Hendrix/Burnet Bulletin
Burnet County resident Ray Bronk has several photographs from his time as a fighter pilot in the U.S. Air Force from 1952 to 1972.
Savanna Gregg/Burnet Bulletin
21-year-old Australian Cutting Horse Group ambassador Lilian Macrae recently traveled across the ocean to Burnet to strengthen the relationship between the ACHG and the American Cutting Horse Group. Macrae is hosted by Burnet couple Mike and Janie Crumpler, who have worked with both cutting horse associations to bring the sport into the spotlight through youth involvement.
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The Christmas holiday season brings back a plethora of memories from my childhood as I’m sure it does for many of you. Those memories somehow help to soothe the hectic pace that is our modern-... + continue reading
Savanna Gregg/Burnet Bulletin
Longhorn Cavern is located an 645.2 acres of land dedicated as a state park in 1932. Humans have sheltered in the caves since prehistoric times and legend has it the cavern serves as a hiding place for the treasure of infamous outlaw Sam Bass.
