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Airport improvements enhance site

During the Burnet City Council meeting, the Burnet Municipal Airport presented its quarterly report, highlighting upcoming pavement maintenance, infrastructure enhancements and a status update on new hangar construction. 03/19/2025 02:57 AM

Bryan Wilson was selected March 11 to be the new Burnet County judge. Photos by Connie Swinney/Bulletin

Commissioners make county judge selection

03/11/2025 05:02 PM

Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography Casey Current temporarily wore a pink boa Bunco winner prize Feb. 26 during Bunco for Babies at Wagon Springs Ranch.

Teen lives transformed by support for pregnancy resource

On Feb. 26, the community came together for an evening of fun and generosity at the nonprofit Bunco for Babies fundraiser. 03/05/2025 01:39 AM

Carrying 10 NASA instruments, Blue Ghost completed a precision landing in Mare Crisium at 2:34 a.m. CST on March 2 and touched down within its 100-meter landing target next to a volcanic feature called Mons Latreille. Contributed photos/Firefly Aerospace

Firefly Aerospace lands on the moon

Texas-based Firefly Aerospace, the leader in commercial space services, announced its Blue Ghost lunar lander softly touched down on the moon’s surface March 2 in an upright, stable configuration on the company’s first attempt. 03/05/2025 01:39 AM

From left, Burnet County Commissioner Pct. 1 Jim Luther Jr., County Elections Administrator Doug Ferguson, Hart Civic representatives Felice Liston, Sam Derheimer, Rich Geppert, Gillespie County Elections Administrator Jim Riley, Gillespie County Clerk Lindsey Brown, Pct. 4 Commissioner Jo...

Voting devices to produce ‘paper trail’

Recently, the Burnet County Commissioners and County Elections Administrator Doug Ferguson hosted a town meeting to discuss the possibility of purchasing new state-ofthe- art voting devices. More than 50 locals attended the meeting in Burnet Feb. 03/05/2025 01:39 AM

Suspected measles case prompts alert

Suspected measles case prompts alert

Burnet County officials are cautioning the community about a possible measles infection in the community. “There is a measles outbreak in the state, and Burnet County has one possible case that we’re currently testing,” said Burnet County Health Authority Dr. 03/05/2025 01:39 AM

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Cristi Ahrlett, Miranda Harrison, Vicinta Stafford and Shayla Gonzales enjoyed a fun-filled day at Purse Bingo on Feb. 22, supporting a great cause: The Hill Country Children’s Advocacy Center. Find more photos on Page 14. 02/26/2025 01:28 AM

Progress on the new city hall building, an 18,000 square-ft. facility located at 301 E. Jackson, just off the Burnet County Courthouse square. Contributed photos/David Vaughn

Community survey reveals what residents prioritize

During a budget workshop, Burnet City Council Council members received and discussed the results of the community priorities survey Feb. 18, which will help shape future strategic and budget planning. 02/26/2025 01:28 AM

Burnet election field features seven hopefuls

Burnet election field features seven hopefuls

The city of Burnet will hold a general election May 3 for one mayor and three council members. City Secretary Maria Gonzalez reports seven candidates have filed for a place on the spring ballot. 02/26/2025 01:28 AM

Comm Court delays county judge pick

Comm Court delays county judge pick

After almost one hour of deliberation during a closed-door executive session, the Burnet County commissioners took no action related to the selection of an official to fill the vacancy for county judge. 02/26/2025 01:28 AM

Burnet election field features seven hopefuls

Burnet election field features seven hopefuls

02/18/2025 03:50 PM

The Electric Crew has been actively trenching and installing electrical conduit to support the development of the new Marriott TownePlace Suites, ensuring the necessary infrastructure is in place for this highly anticipated project.

Crews set hotel electrical infrastructure in place

The Electric Crew has been actively trenching and installing electrical conduit to support the development of the new Marriott TownePlace Suites, ensuring the necessary infrastructure is in place for this highly anticipated project. 02/12/2025 01:10 AM

Commissioners grill judge applicants on county budget

Commissioners grill judge applicants on county budget

The Burnet County Commissioners interviewed three applicants to become the new county judge during its regular meeting. The applicants include retired 33rd District of Texas Judge Guilford “Gil” Jones, County Sheriff Chief Deputy Alan Trevino, and former state grant manager and retired probation officer Bryan Wilson. 02/12/2025 01:10 AM

Commissioners deadlock stalls new county judge pick

Commissioners deadlock stalls new county judge pick

02/11/2025 04:00 PM

(From left) Pct. 1 Commissioner Jim Luther Jr., Pct. 2 Commissioner Damon Beierle, Pct. 3 Commissioner Chad Collier and Pct. 4 Commissioner Joe Don Dockery ask three county judge applicants various questions during the Feb. 11 meeting. Photos by Raymond V. Whelan/Bulletin

Commissioners grill judge applicants on county budget

02/11/2025 03:59 PM

CASA for the Highland Lakes board members, Tracy Knight, Terry Ortiz, Melissa Edge, Meghan Peterson, Damon Beierle, Travis Dean, Jared Fields and Brittany Grubbs, were thrilled with the success of the fundraiser. Find more photos on Page 16. Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

CASA Boots & BBQ a rousing success

. 02/05/2025 03:56 AM

The proposed state park land includes an area in Burnet County across the Colorado River from Colorado Bend State Park in San Saba County. Contributed/Colorado Bend State Park

TPWD to convert thousands of acres into state park

A recent land purchase by the State of Texas will translate into thousands of acres of park space in Burnet County. Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) announced Jan. 02/05/2025 03:56 AM

Contributed photo Participating hospitals include Seton Highland Lakes in Burnet and Ascension Seton Hays (pictured here).

Seton will honor your heart in February

A local healthcare facility will take part in a campaign to highlight heart healthy lifestyles. Ascension Seton hospitals will glow red for American Heart Month, which takes place throughout the month of February. 02/05/2025 03:56 AM

Commissioners approve new background checks

Commissioners approve new background checks

Recently, the Burnet County Commissioners adopted a new policy related to county employee background security checks. Pct. 02/05/2025 03:56 AM

City posts strong financial report

City posts strong financial report

The Jan. 27 Burnet City Council meeting was productive with significant decisions made to benefit the community while ensuring continued growth, infrastructure improvements, and sound financial practices. 02/05/2025 03:56 AM

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Applicants line up for county judge position

The Burnet County Commissioners Court is set to consider three persons to become the new county judge. By the Jan. 02/05/2025 03:56 AM

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