By Connie Swinney
Staff Writer
Burnet Bulletin
Authorities have captured surveillance images and tracked bank records to try to close in on a Kingsland fuel pump skimmer, who went on a shopping spree in several Austin area stores, according to the... + continue reading
Latest News
By Richard Zowie
Staff Writer
Embattled former City of Bertram police chief J.J. Wilson has agreed to reimburse the city for a $1,000 deductible to acquire a new police cruiser that he's been charged with crashing in October.
Wilson and the city also reached a separation agreement,... + continue reading
By Savanna Gregg
Staff Writer
Burnet Bulletin
The community is encouraged to take a trip back in time with the Burnet County Heritage Society during the anticipated annual Fort Croghan Day, held at the museum and grounds on Saturday, Oct. 13.
The Fort... + continue reading
Home Page
More News
Contributed
A Kingsland fuel station skimmer was caught on tape in a shopping spree (pictured here at a Home Depot in Georgetown) in a number of Austin area retail stores. Llano County Sheriff's Office is looking for tips to track down the suspect. Call 325-247-5050 to offer tips
By Connie Swinney
Staff Writer
Burnet Bulletin
Authorities have captured surveillance images and tracked bank records to try to close in on a Kingsland fuel pump skimmer, who went on a shopping spree in several Austin area stores, according to the... + continue reading
Savanna Gregg/Burnet Bulletin
Keith Smith, better known as “Killer,” among the Burnet community, stands beside his sign planted in his front yard along County Road 330 in Burnet. Throughout his life, “Killer” has made a great effort to bring God into the lives of individuals in need and continues to make a difference through The ROCK Ministry, which gathers informally every month.
By Savanna Gregg
Staff Writer
Burnet Bulletin
Like a rock thrown in a creek, one individual has the potential to change his or her surroundings with a single action.
Burnet resident Keith Smith, known to his friends and community as “... + continue reading
Contributed/Janie Crumpler
Ashley Knight, a Youth Ambassador for the Australian Cutting Horse Group, takes her horse for a practice run as she prepares for the American Cutting Horse Association World Finals, taking place this week in Belton. Knight is being hosted by Burnet residents Mike and Janie Crumpler as she was in April 2018, leading other youth by example while demonstrating the affiliation between the American Cutting Horse Association and the ACHG, and building a solid relationship between the two associations. Knight will compete at the World Finals this week, and participate in two more weekend shows before returning to Australia.
By Savanna Gregg
Staff Writer
Burnet Bulletin
The Burnet community once again had the chance to host Australian Cutting Horse Group ambassador Ashley Knight, 18, of Goomeri, Australia, who is visiting while she attends... + continue reading
Obituaries
Ida Lucille Adams
d. January 5, 2019
Ida Lucille Adams, 91, of Burnet, Texas, passed away Saturday, Jan. 5, 2019. She was born to Myron P. Hahn and Ida Shelburn Hahn in the Bethel Community of Burnet, Texas, and she remained in the vicinity all her...
Kay Francis Farquhar Keele
January 9, 1936 — January 8, 2019
Kay was born Jan. 9, 1936, at Rollins-Brook Hospital in Lampasas, Texas. She passed away on Monday, Jan. 8, 2019, in Lampasas, one day short of her 83rd birthday, leaving a number of...
Franklin Allen
March 30, 1943 — January 11, 2019
Franklin Allen, 75, of Georgetown, Texas, passed away Friday, Jan. 11, 2019. Franklin was born on March 30, 1943, to E.F. Allen and Cressie Pauline Purcell in Burnet, Texas.
Following Franklin’s...
Frankie Wayne Smith
September 16, 1958 — January 9, 2019
Frankie Wayne Smith, 60, of Marble Falls passed away Jan. 9, 2019. He was born in Burnet Sept. 16, 1958, to Frank and Patsy Jo Marx Smith.
Frankie Wayne enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending...
Sports
Burnet senior, Zac Hudgins, was recently named to the 2018 Second Team Academic All-State team. Hudgins received this honor for the work he put into his senior campaign not only on the field as a... + continue reading
Former Bulldog athletes Grayson Floyd and Rod Corbin were all smiles as they posed for a photo with Floyd's new gold bling. Floyd, trained by Corbin, totaled 1,650 pounds at the annual Fort Worth Police Games to earn a first-place finish in the 275 pound class.
Photo by Wayne Craig/Clear Memories
Burnet senior defensive back Tanner Abbott slides under a tipped ball for a Bulldog interception during Friday night’s district opener. The Bulldogs fell short to the visiting China Spring Cougars and will travel to Gatesville for game two of 13-4A play this Friday.
Contributed
Following his first powerlifting competition, just 16 months after suffering a fractured back, Jeremy Stewart shows off two first place medals he earned at the Annual Texas Police Games.
Features
Savanna Gregg/Burnet Bulletin
Keith Smith, better known as “Killer,” among the Burnet community, stands beside his sign planted in his front yard along County Road 330 in Burnet. Throughout his life, “Killer” has made a great effort to bring God into the lives of individuals in need and continues to make a difference through The ROCK Ministry, which gathers informally every month.
By Savanna Gregg
Staff Writer
Burnet Bulletin
Like a rock thrown in a creek, one individual has the potential to change his or her... + continue reading
Contributed/Janie Crumpler
Ashley Knight, a Youth Ambassador for the Australian Cutting Horse Group, takes her horse for a practice run as she prepares for the American Cutting Horse Association World Finals, taking place this week in Belton. Knight is being hosted by Burnet residents Mike and Janie Crumpler as she was in April 2018, leading other youth by example while demonstrating the affiliation between the American Cutting Horse Association and the ACHG, and building a solid relationship between the two associations. Knight will compete at the World Finals this week, and participate in two more weekend shows before returning to Australia.
Contributed
Left: BHS Senior Brandon Schwausch and his brother, Bryce, have both been showing broilers at the Burnet County Livestock Show for years. The two have won many recognitions and enjoy being a part of their projects. Here, they are both pictured at the 2018 show, in which they and their broilers performed very well.
Right: Schwausch ensures his broilers are fed properly and well taken care of at his home as he prepares them for the 2019 Burnet County Livestock Show, which will continue now through Saturday, Jan. 5
Commentary
Support the Hill Country Humane Society by buying a ticket in an evening of fun at the Sept. 27 gala, become a member, donate, adopt or learn about volunteer opportunities, all on the HCHS website: https://www.hillcountryhumanesociety.org/special-programs
Message From the Mayor
Crista Goble Bromley
City of Burnet
I recently had the unfortunate experience of having to say goodbye to my dear, sweet dog, Anniemae. After more than 16 years of... + continue reading
Contributed
The Goble family attends the Bertram Centennial celebration in 1957. Among the children is Crista Goble Bromley. Today she is the mayor of Burnet whick will hold its annual Bluebonnet Festival next month.
