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During Project 316, Bailey Rodgers, Jeremy Stewart, Tiffany Clark, Mike Ryan, Mia Meza (daughter of the late Burnet Police Officer Jose Meza), Jason Coates, Mariela Silva, and Carla Meadows held a blue-line Texas flag for their photo Saturday Oct. 5 at Haley Nelson Park. Find more photos o...

Backing the Blue

During Project 316, Bailey Rodgers, Jeremy Stewart, Tiffany Clark, Mike Ryan, Mia Meza (daughter of the late Burnet Police Officer Jose Meza), Jason Coates, Mariela Silva, and Carla Meadows held a blue-line Texas flag for their photo Saturday Oct. 5 at Haley Nelson Park. Find more photos on Page 5. Meagan McLellan/Luedecke Photography 10/16/2024 02:31 AM

Early voting starts next week

Early voting starts next week

According to this year’s election calendar, early voting opens Monday, Oct. 21; and Oct. 10/16/2024 02:31 AM

Groundwater official warns about lingering drought

Groundwater official warns about lingering drought

The Central Texas Groundwater Conservation District board recently decided to continue Stage 3 “severe drought” groundwater use conditions. Stage 3 groundwater recommendations will continue until further notice, the board decided during its Oct. 10/16/2024 02:31 AM

Burnet at top of the list for fire rating status

Burnet at top of the list for fire rating status

The city of Burnet recently underwent a fire protection survey conducted by the Insurance Services Office (ISO), and I’m pleased to report that we have maintained our classification as a Public Protection Class 02/2X. 10/16/2024 02:31 AM

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Congregant charged in alleged church shooting hoax

10/07/2024 03:36 PM

Authorities probe report of 'shots fired' at Burnet church

Authorities probe report of 'shots fired' at Burnet church

10/07/2024 01:13 PM

Burnet’s team tennis squad defeated Legacy Ranch last week to keep their playoff hopes alive. Pictured above Isaac Saldivar during a recent doubles match in Burnet.

Burnet Bulldog Team Tennis in playoff hunt

The Team Tennis season is nearing the end of their regular season matches and Burnet is still in the playoff hunt. Last week the Dawgs hosted Legacy Ranch; a new school based in Liberty Hill. The Wranglers currently only have freshman and unfortunately did not have enough tennis players to compete as a team. The result was an official 19-0 forfeit victory for Burnet. 09/25/2024 02:16 AM

Foundation to highlight mission at homecoming

Foundation to highlight mission at homecoming

Special to the Bulletin 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. 09/25/2024 02:16 AM

Burnet Home School student Sara Beth Nichols, 13, portrayed Edwin Sue Goree (pictured behind Nichols), the first Burnet Library Director 75 years ago, while current Herman Brown Free Library Director Florence Reeves observes. Photos by Raymond V. Whelan/Bulletin

Burnet County libraries celebrate 75th anniversary

It was time to celebrate the big 75, time to enter the 75-year club. More than 100 locals and visitors helped the Burnet County Library System celebrate its 75th anniversary Sept. 09/25/2024 02:16 AM

Finding the right pumpkin is a matter of personal taste. Find more about the history of this incredible edible gourd on Page 2. Connie Swinney/Bulletin

Finding the right pumpkin is a matter of personal taste

Finding the right pumpkin is a matter of personal taste. 09/25/2024 02:16 AM

4-H, FFA to benefit from upcoming Gala

4-H, FFA to benefit from upcoming Gala

An upcoming event will feature a stellar lineup of live music, dining and dancing to raise money for area kids who show livestock or create other exhibits for area county shows. The second annual Denim and Diamonds Fundraising Gala to support 4-H and FFA youth will be Saturday, Oct. 09/25/2024 02:16 AM

Burnet residents can find several free little libraries throughout the community. Contributed photo

Little libraries kindle literary journeys

Mason Cooley once said, “Reading gives us someplace to go when we have to stay where we are.” Thanks to the leadership of Darlene Denton and the support of the Burnet City Council, residents of Burnet will soon have more opportunities to embark on these literary journeys. 09/25/2024 02:16 AM

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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

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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

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