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Reading of founding documents unites community

Reading of founding documents unites community

07/09/2025 06:00 AM

Crews from around the area responded to the scene around 5:15 p.m. that Monday of Reliable Tire Disposal in the 3300 block of East Texas 29, within the Burnet city limits. Contributed photos

Burnet business tire fire still smoldering

07/01/2025 12:07 PM

Burnet Chamber taps new executive director

Burnet Chamber taps new executive director

06/25/2025 06:00 AM

City Stage 2 water restrictions in effect

City Stage 2 water restrictions in effect

06/25/2025 06:00 AM

Residents voice concerns over transmission line

Residents voice concerns over transmission line

06/25/2025 06:00 AM

Battle continues after LCRA approves quarry permit

Battle continues after LCRA approves quarry permit

06/25/2025 06:00 AM

Building for the Future

Building for the Future

06/25/2025 06:00 AM

Water board keeps mandatory restrictions in place

Water board keeps mandatory restrictions in place

06/25/2025 06:00 AM

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Contributed/Betty Predmore Professor Suds’ assistant Kristina created bubble rain for youngsters who visited the Bertram Library. Find the story on Page 4.. 06/11/2025 01:31 AM

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Burnet CISD to consider AD hire, June 16

Special to the Bulletin Burnet CISD will be recommending Grant Freeman to serve as the next athletic director at a special board meeting called for Monday, June 16. Officials added: “Burnet CISD is committed to building strong programs that reflect our values of excellence, leadership, and student growth” and that the recommendation is “in alignment with that commitment.” Freeman currently serves as the athletic director for Wichita Falls ISD, where he has led with a focus on building competitive programs and supporting the growth of student-athletes. 06/11/2025 01:31 AM

The generosity of Jocelyn Cullen was lauded by the Burnet Fire Department, where she was honored with the fire chief’s Challenge Coin. Contributed photo

Youngster offers raffle proceeds to fire agency

The Burnet Fire Department had the privilege of welcoming 10-yearold Jocelyn Cullen to the station June 6, where she was presented with the fire chief’s Challenge Coin – an honor reserved for those who go above and beyond in service to their community. 06/11/2025 01:31 AM

Alumni seeking community donations for scholarships

Alumni seeking community donations for scholarships

The Burnet Ex-Students Association is requesting your support for the All Class Reunion. The next reunion will be held on Saturday, June 14, at the Burnet Community Center, 401 East Jackson St. 06/11/2025 01:31 AM

Raymond V. Whelan/Bulletin The Burnet County Commissioners Court recently congratulated the Lakes Area Food Pantry (LACare) for 40 years of service. LACare Executive Director Lottie McCorkle is pictured with Burnet County Judge Bryan Wilson.

Burnet County adopts hospital participation fund

Burnet County commissioners adopted the Burnet County Health Care Provider Participation Program, just before the regular session began June 10, during a public hearing, As authorized by Texas law, the court designated Hill Country National Bank as the depository of the mandatory collection of payments from two main Burnet County health care facilities, Baylor Scott & White and Ascension Seton hospitals. 06/11/2025 01:31 AM

Contributed/City of Burnet Burnet Police Chief Brian Lee, who joined the department in March 2021, will retire in the fall after ushering in a number of agency improvements and enhanced community policing campaigns.

Burnet police chief ready to retire this fall

Burnet Police Chief Brian Lee is planning to call in 10-7 (the traditional patrol police officer radio signal which declares “out of service”) and to be sure, the announcement will end a job well done. 06/04/2025 01:23 AM

A large crowd gathered for Music Bingo at Gathering Grounds.

Making a splash with Bertram Fitness, classic hits

Bits of Bertram Bertram Fitness Gym has been selected as the Bertram Chamber of Commerce Business of the Month for June. Bertram Fitness Gym opened on Jan. 06/04/2025 01:23 AM

Oakalla librarian Tricia Pratt is leaving to pursue other ventures after 15 years. Contributed photo

Outgoing librarian was an open book for families

A community member who stewarded books and resources that nourish the soul is bidding farewell. Assistant librarian Jessica Murray of the Oakalla Library paid tribute to librarian Tricia Pratt by sharing, “We say goodbye to an incredible librarian who has made a lasting impact on our community.” Pratt began her career at the library as a volunteer about fifteen years ago. 06/04/2025 01:23 AM

Citizens to see water/wastewater rate increases

Citizens to see water/wastewater rate increases

At the May 27 Burnet City Council Meeting, the council approved a twostep rate increase that over the next several months is expected to increase the average residential water/ wastewater bill by approximately $20 per month (based on an average usage of 5,000 gallons per month). 06/04/2025 01:23 AM

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Officials welcome railway restoration pause

Burnet County officials recently expressed guarded approval soon after they heard of the Texas Materials decision to put on hold its plans for a restored railroad to carry massive loads through nearby rural areas. 05/28/2025 01:14 AM

Burnet Mayor Gray Wideman was sworn in for another term. Contributed photos/City of Burnet

Re-elected council members ready to serve

Following the May 3 election, all elected officials have been officially sworn in to begin their new two-year terms. Gary Wideman was re-elected as mayor, continuing his leadership role. 05/28/2025 01:14 AM

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Llano hospital announces new CEO

Llano Regional Hospital announces the hiring of Linda Walker, MBA to serve as chief executive officer for the newly independent hospital. Walker joins the hospital in the full-time role effective today. 05/28/2025 01:14 AM

Aaron Peña

BCISD superintendent gives update on coaching searches

The Burnet Consolidated Independent School District is searching for its next athletic director to replace the outgoing AD. Steve Hale, who accepted the job last year, resigned. 05/28/2025 01:14 AM

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