By Connie Swinney
Staff Writer
Burnet Bulletin
Texas Parks and Wildlife officials recovered two bodies in three days and unveiled the possible cause of death in the unrelated boating incidents over the weekend along the Colorado River on Lake... + continue reading
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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
I grew up on the good kind of country music. The timeless music and lyrics that are still making an impact on the world after generations. Country is the only genre my parents listened to (and remains so), and it is a wonder that I knew who Britney Spears was, but I still shook it up a little with... + continue reading
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Connie Swinney/Burnet Bulletin
One of two reported fatalities in three days on Lake LBJ occurred near a congested area of the waterway, just off FM 1431 in Kingsland. On July 11 a woman's body was found floating in the vicinity of a personal watercraft authorities believe may have been involved in an accident. On July 14, game warden recovered the body of a Sarita man a few miles downstream from that area in the Legends subdivision.
By Connie Swinney
Staff Writer
Burnet Bulletin
Texas Parks and Wildlife officials recovered two bodies in three days and unveiled the possible cause of death in the unrelated boating incidents over the weekend along the Colorado River on Lake... + continue reading
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Last month, the Burnet County Historical Commission was honored by the Texas Historical Commission as they were awarded the Distinguished Service Award (DSA), which recognizes County Historical Commissions that document well-rounded preservation programs and... + continue reading
By Nathan Hendrix
Staff Writer
Burnet Bulletin
Bertram Police Chief L. Dewayne Kyle reported the Bertram Police Department is experiencing difficulty hiring experienced officers at the monthly city council meeting Tuesday, June 18.
The Bertram City Council approved an amendment of an... + continue reading
Obituaries
Melissa D. (Mo Mo) Jordan
August 28, 1955 — July 12, 2019
Melissa D. (Mo Mo) Jordan, 63 of Lampasas, Texas, died July 12, 2019 at Rollins Brook Community Hospital.
She was born Aug. 28, 1955 in Lampasas to parents Charles Marshall Newton and Vera I...
David “Mike” Michael Mills
April 23, 1943 — July 5, 2019
David "Mike" Michael Mills, 76, passed away on July 5, 2019.
A Celebration of Life is planned for 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 10, 2019 at Jenkins Funeral Home, 109 N. Main St Burnet, Texas.
Mike...
Jan Dale Cowan
July 5, 1936 — July 3, 2019
Jan Dale Cowan, beloved husband, father, grandfather, neighbor, and friend, was called home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 3, 2019. He and his twin sister, Mary Gail Cowan Leming,...
Clyde Mordica III
July 5, 1948 — June 3, 2019
Clyde Mordica III passed away Wednesday, July 3, 2019 in Pleasanton, Texas at the age of 70. He was born July 5, 1948 in Fredericksburg, Texas to Clyde Earl Mordica Jr. and Louise (Leifeste).
Clyde was a...
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By Wayne Craig
Bulletin Sports
The 53rd Burnet County Rodeo is slated for this weekend, May 10-11. This is the third year for the rodeo to be held in May. Previous years the Burnet County Rodeo... + 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.
Wayne Craig/Clear Memories
It was a week full of history making moments for the 2018-19 Lady Bulldog basketball team. The girls in green won three more playoffs games last week, including a Regional quarterfinal game over El Campo, a Regional semifinal game over Beeville, and the Regional Final match on Saturday night over Liberty Hill. The girls are now 31-7 on the season, and for the first time in school history Burnet will be represented at the UIL State basketball tournament. Pictured above Burnet accepts their Regional Championship trophy after knocking off rival Liberty Hill, 52-36 in the finals. Players and coaches include Makenna Gilmore, Karley Denton, Haley McHam, Halee Muccigrossi, Coach Rick Gates, Caitlynne Graves, Emma Lewis, Hattie Blair, Paris Brinkley, Trynadee Greenwell, Kendal Connolly, Kathleen Fipps, Coach Lacy Parker, Coach Chelsea Sivells, Sydne Massoletti, Gracyn Bennett, and Kyli Davis.
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The Burnet County Historical Commission will honor seven individuals for their contributions to Burnet County, at a Citizens of Note reception Tuesday, July 2.
In the weeks leading up to the... + continue reading
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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... + continue reading
