Above left, Taylor Kelley and his son, Walker, of Burnet were among families having fun on Thursday, Oct. 31, at Sweet Berry Farm, 1801 FM 1980, Tobyville. Above right, Jensen Robles of Hoover's Valley picked the best pumpkins for his mother, Alyssa. The pumpkin patch, which operates... + 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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Above left, Taylor Kelley and his son, Walker, of Burnet were among families having fun on Thursday, Oct. 31, at Sweet Berry Farm, 1801 FM 1980, Tobyville. Above right, Jensen Robles of Hoover's Valley picked the best pumpkins for his mother, Alyssa. The pumpkin patch, which operates... + continue reading
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Southern Avenue is one of the many bands that will perform at this year's UTOPiAfest, which will take place Thursday, Nov. 14 through Saturday, Nov. 16 at Reveille Peak Ranch in Burnet.
By Savanna Gregg
Staff Writer
Burnet Bulletin
An enormous music festival that started out as a small gathering on a family ranch in Utopia has made its way to the Highland Lakes again this year, and with it, unique singers and songwriters bring their craft for... + continue reading
Savanna Gregg/Burnet Bulletin
Marble Falls native Donald Wayne Thompson shared his tumultuous story of drug addiction and recovery with Burnet High School students at the close of Red Ribbon Week on Friday, Nov. 1, sharing the results of his bad choices and encouraging students to refrain from trying drugs, as he did when he was high school sophomore.
By Savanna Gregg
Staff Writer
Burnet Bulletin
Burnet High School students learned the heartbreaking truths of drug addiction at a special presentation by Marble Falls native Donald Wayne Thompson, who recently gained the strength to overcome a... + continue reading
Obituaries
Geraldine (Jerrie) Mildred Scott Lawless
April 18, 1935 — November 1, 2019
Geraldine (Jerrie) Mildred Scott Lawless passed away peacefully and joined her Heavenly Father on Nov. 1, 2019, at the age of 84. She was born on April 18, 1935, to Jeff...
Jackie Lee Moore Blair
August 5, 1945 — October 28, 2019
Jackie Lee Moore Blair passed away Oct. 28, 2019. She was born Aug. 5, 1945 in Kermit to Jack Moore and Ethel Lee McMurray Moore.
She loved everyone, especially family. She also loved 50’s...
Mildred (Millie) Helen Giebel Barrett
May 31, 1926 — October 28, 2019
Mildred Helen Giebel Barrett (Millie), 93, passed away on Monday, Oct. 28, 2019 at home in Burnet, Texas.
Millie was a Burnet resident for over 50 years, where she enjoyed working...
Hollis Carl O'Quinn
April 2, 1947 — October 19, 2019
Hollis Carl O’Quinn passed away Oct. 19, 2019 after a long illness. He was born to Dorothy Dix Ferrell and Hollis Truman O’Quinn on April 2, 1947 in Houston, Texas.
Carl was married to Lynette...
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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
Special to the Bulletin •
While the temperatures are screaming it’s still summertime take a quick drive around the BHS Campus and you will... + continue reading
Wayne Craig/Clear Memories
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
YMCA staff members lead a zumba class at the beginning of the Hearty Habits class held at the recreation center every Tuesday. Hearty Habits is a partnership between Ascension Seton, YMCA and H-E-B designed to teach individuals the importance of maintaining habits to lead a healthy lifestyle. After exercise, while enjoying snacks provided by H-E-B, the group participates in a discussion with Ascension Seton professionals about heart-healthy snacks and recipes they can implement into their day to continuously improve their health.
By Savanna Gregg
Staff Writer
Burnet Bulletin
There are many components to one's health, and Ascension Seton, the YMCA of the... + continue reading
Frank Shubert/Burnet Bulletin
Jaymie Parks (left) and Bulletin staff writer Savanna Gregg are together again at the Burnet office.
Savanna Gregg/Burnet Bulletin
Hugh McCoy reads temperature data transmitted from a sensor located in his front yard every morning at 8 a.m. McCoy then records the data and submits it to the National Weather Service to continue a record that was started in 1849 when Fort Croghan was commissioned by the United States. McCoy lives on Hamilton Creek Drive, located on the old grounds of Fort Croghan, making his job as a cooperative observer even more significant.
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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.
By Savanna Gregg
Staff Writer
Burnet Bulletin
Trick-or-treating and pumpkin-carving are enjoyable Halloween activities, but for extra fun and... + continue reading
