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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

Burnet County Judge Bryan Wilson addresses members of the Bertram Chamber of Commerce.

New county judge shares insights at chamber luncheon

Bits of Bertram Members of the Bertram Chamber of Commerce were given an update on Burnet County at the chamber luncheon this past week. Burnet County Judge Bryan Wilson spoke about the importance of having a responsive and accountable local government that puts people first. 05/28/2025 01:14 AM

Photo by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

Hats off to 2025

Graduates tossed their caps at the conclusion of Burnet Graduation Class of 2025. Find more photos on Pages 12 and 14. 05/28/2025 01:14 AM

File photos Burnet County Historical Commission has expended much effort to ensure the cemetery

Burnet County due for transportation plan update

The Burnet County Commissioners recently announced the county transportation plan is going to get an update. “We really have not done a thorough update to our transportation plan since 2010,” Pct. 05/28/2025 01:14 AM

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Burnet County homeowners among builder fraud victims

A Hill Country area builder was found guilty May 22 in Llano of bilking several property owners out of hundreds of thousands of dollars over a period of time. Following the verdict at the Llano County Courthouse, Wayne Alan Erickson, 58, was sentenced to a year in a state jail facility with a 10-year deferred prison sentence. 05/28/2025 01:14 AM

Bill aims to require ‘credible’ proof of water for developers

Bill aims to require ‘credible’ proof of water for developers

If a state bill prevails, groundwater districts may have more power to halt development if they can show evidence of lack of water supply. Central Texas Groundwater Conservation District (CTGCD) heard a report May 20 about the progress on potential legislative activities in the 89th Legislative Session. 05/21/2025 04:04 AM

Technicality drowns bill against quarry permits

Technicality drowns bill against quarry permits

Recently, one critical bill proposed to impose new regulations in Burnet County related to permits for facilities that produce or crush aggregate failed to pass parliamentary muster. During the ongoing-Texas Legislature 89th regular session, state representatives Terry Wilson (HD- 20), John Bryant (HD-114), Ellen Troxclair (HD-19) filed House Bill 5151 to regulate rock pits and quarries – specificially around two state parks and a children’s camp on Lake LBJ. 05/21/2025 04:04 AM

Texas State Rep. Ellen Troxclair (HD-19), on the left, is pictured with Riley Gaines following the passage of HB 229. Gaines is a former collegiate swimmer from the University of Kentucky, who fights to keep biological males from competing in women’s

Local lawmaker’s Women’s Bill of Rights clears House

“The message of this bill is clear: ‘Don’t mess with Texas women’,” says Texas State Rep. Ellen Troxclair (HD-19). 05/21/2025 04:04 AM

Public meeting set on US 281 pedestrian bridge

Public meeting set on US 281 pedestrian bridge

The City of Burnet will host a public input meeting to share and gather information about the proposed new pedestrian bridge over N. U.S. 05/21/2025 04:04 AM

Roy Kiser has devoted more than 20 years to the Burnet Consolidated Independent School District as a basketball, golf and cross country head coach.

Several Burnet head coaches are moving on

A number of Burnet Consolidated Independent School District coaches have resigned to pursue other opportunities. For some, it’s a new position at another school district. 05/14/2025 03:57 AM

Work is coming along as the airport hangar at Burnet Municipal Airport is almost complete. Contributed photos

Work on hangar continues after bad weather delays

The new hangar at the Burnet Municipal Airport is now 90% complete. After delays from wind and rain, work is back on track. 05/14/2025 03:57 AM

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