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Weakday Ministries

Sept. 21 at Putters & Gutters of Marble Falls Kevin Fowler headlined the Weakday Ministries fundraiser. 09/25/2024 02:16 AM

DA, judge differ on steps forward in payroll probe

DA, judge differ on steps forward in payroll probe

Burnet County commissioners resolved to oppose a rock quarry, revisited an ongoing investigation of sheriff’s office payroll and invoked a burn ban during its Sept. 24 regular meeting. 09/25/2024 02:16 AM

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Creating instructional environments to stay engaged

Superintendent BCISD As we settle into the new school year, I want to take a moment to share some exciting updates and important reminders with you. Instructional Emphasis Our district is committed to creating instructional environments that align with state standards while encouraging students to take ownership of their learning and stay engaged. 09/25/2024 02:16 AM

BCISD Education Foundation to launch fall campaign

BCISD Education Foundation to launch fall campaign

The Education Foundation Board of Directors is excited to announce the official kickoff of its annual campaign at the Burnet CISD Homecoming game on October 4, 2024. The event will mark the beginning of a significant initiative to fund innovative teaching grants and academic achievement for Burnet CISD schools. 09/18/2024 03:12 AM

John and Denise Braun supported the Save Burnet Town Hall meeting Sept. 14 in Burnet. The couple resides near the rock crusher quarry proposed for Hoover Valley. Raymond V. Whelan/Bulletin

Hundreds gather to oppose rock crusher near Burnet

Opponents of a proposed rock crusher want residents to remember the Texas Commission on Environment Quality Air Quality Permit number – 176835. This number may help disrupt the future of Burnet County, according to local officials and residents. 09/18/2024 03:12 AM

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Students kicked off Burnet Young Life spraying colored water

. 09/18/2024 03:12 AM

County endorses Alliance land law memo

County endorses Alliance land law memo

approval and regulation of subdivision plans, commonly known as “plats.” “I am hopeful the unintended consequences of HB3697 that have been widely voiced across many Texas counties For more than one year, local officials have felt fear and loathing regarding House Bill 3697, one bland land bill Texas lawmakers approved last year, related to county will be addressed during the upcoming (89th) legislative session,” Burnet County Judge James Oakley told the Bulletin Sept. 9. 09/18/2024 03:12 AM

Board keeps Stage 3 limits; reveals tax rate impact

Board keeps Stage 3 limits; reveals tax rate impact

The Central Texas Groundwater District board of directors determined the district should continue to impose Stage 3 severe drought status restrictions until further notice. Meaning, mandatory water reduction of 10% will stay place through the next several weeks. 09/18/2024 03:12 AM

City of Burnet streamlines utility billing fees

City of Burnet streamlines utility billing fees

In preparation for the upcoming new fiscal year, the city is making two adjustments in utility billing to fully cover the cost of services provided, including increasing the credit card convenience fee and recalculating how the cost of lost power is recovered. 09/11/2024 09:59 AM

Pedernales Electric Cooperative’s Fifth Annual Fill the Bucket School Supply Drive benefits area Elementary Schools. Contributed photo/PEC

PEC gives to Bertram Elementary

Pedernales Electric Cooperative is committed to helping students and teachers shine this school year. PEC employees donated more than 2,000 school supplies this month to benefit elementary schools across the Cooperative’s service territory. 09/11/2024 01:23 AM

Trades apprenticeships and training offered

Trades apprenticeships and training offered

Rural Capital Area Workforce Solutions is offering apprenticeship and training programs for career opportunities for plumbing, electric and HVACR (air conditioning, heating and refrigeration systems) technicians. 09/11/2024 01:23 AM

In her childhood home, Old Historic Jail, Vonnie Riddell Fox celebrated her 98th birthday Aug. 29. Find more photos Inside. Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

98th birthday celebration conjures historic past

In her childhood home, Old Historic Jail, Vonnie Riddell Fox celebrated her 98th birthday Aug. 29. Find more photos Inside. Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography 09/11/2024 01:23 AM

Groundwater district settles excess production cases

Groundwater district settles excess production cases

Recently, the Central Texas Groundwater Conservation District board conducted show-cause hearings related to excess production recorded for three non-exempt permit holders. During the Aug. 09/11/2024 01:23 AM

Over two weekends in August, Burnet PD conducted training sessions that brought together BCISD Guardians, Burnet Police, Bertram Police, non-commissioned officers, and retirees who are maintaining their TCOLE licenses. Contributed photos

Burnet school district welcomes critical training

In the wake of the tragic Uvalde school shooting, Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERRT) has become a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)-mandated requirement for all officers every two years. 09/11/2024 01:23 AM

These Hill Country educators convened at Pedernales Electric Cooperative’s (PEC) Safety and Technical Training Center in Marble Falls July 24 to learn about and help promote linework as a potential career path for students interested in trade work. Contributed photo

PEC promotes lineworker careers at Educator Exploration Day

Special to Bulletin As teachers prepare to return to the classroom, Pedernales Electric Cooperative (PEC) hosted 11 educators, a group that included teachers, advisors and school counselors as well as welding and construction teachers from across Central Texas, July 24 at its Safety and Technical Training Center in Marble Falls. 08/14/2024 03:58 AM

Burnet Police Chief Brian Lee chatted with one Burnet resident during the recent meeting at the Delaware Springs Golf Course. Photo by Raymond V. Whelan

Burnet chief warns against illegal golf cart rambles

Mamas, Papas, don’t let your babies drive golf carts, as Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson might have sung together. Really, it’s no joke. 08/14/2024 03:58 AM

Attendees browsed the vendors at the Women in Business event at Wagon Springs Wine Room.

Women in Business event offered networking and nostalgia

The Bertram and Burnet Chambers of Commerce hosted a lovely event this past Thursday. The Women in Business Mixer was held at the Wagon Springs Wine Room in Burnet. 08/14/2024 03:58 AM

Important election deadlines looming

Important election deadlines looming

As attention on politics builds for the Nov. 5, 2024 election, Burnet County Election Administration officials remind unregistered voters that Oct. 08/07/2024 03:04 AM

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Man charged in beating death

An 18-year-old Kingsland man faces a manslaughter charge after he was accused of beating another man to death at a residence. According to the Llano County Sheriff's office, the incident unfolded at 11:19 p.m. 07/31/2024 01:57 AM

Pictured here is a bumble bee on a Texas Sage which is also known as Texas Barometer Sage (Leucophyllum frutescens). Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

All the buzz about the birds and the bees and the bugs

Let’s talk about bumble bees - these tiny creatures are absolute rockstars when it comes to pollination. Unlike honeybees, bumble bees prefer smaller colonies and have a unique approach to pollination. 07/10/2024 02:27 AM

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Bellamy Brothers to the stage

. 07/10/2024 02:27 AM

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