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The Herman Brown Free Library Thrift Store had emptied all of its aisles by the close of business April 11. Photos by Raymond V. Whelan/Bulletin

Library thrift store bids Burnet fond farewell

Bargain hunters, brace for bad news. The Friends of the Herman Brown Free Library closed its Library Thrift Store April 11. 04/16/2025 03:27 AM

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Eggs will be on the children’s menu this Easter

Hunting Easter Eggs During this coming week there will be children searching for colored eggs in the traditional Easter egg hunts. In recent times it is more common for the eggs to be plastic with a toy or candy inside, rather than being hard-boiled. 04/16/2025 03:27 AM

State Rep. Ellen Troxclair (HD-19) presented House Bill 3482 April 9, during the House Committee on Natural Resources hearing. Contributed photo

Quarry bill hearing raises air quality questions

Lawmakers and citizens raised questions about air and water quality, air monitoring and blasting at a state hearing which introduced a proposed bill to further regulate aggregate mining. House Bill 3482, sponsored by State Rep. 04/16/2025 03:27 AM

Above, junior hurdler Wrigley Mulhollan made sure to set a new personal record at the area meet. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

Tracksters show speed, might on the way to regionals

The Burnet High School track and field program showed plenty of Bulldog fight during the District 23 and 24-4A championship April 9 in Jarrell. Top of the list is senior middle-distance runner Victor Aviles, who came home with three gold medals from the 800, 1,600 and 3,200 meters. 04/16/2025 03:27 AM

LCRA employee Chase Rushing paints the exterior of the Lake Buchanan/Inks Lake Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center during LCRA’s Steps Forward Day on April 11. Contributed photo

LCRA volunteers in Burnet area communities

Hundreds of Lower Colorado River Authority employees rolled up their sleeves on Friday, April 11, to volunteer on dozens of community projects across parts of Texas during LCRA’s annual day of service, Steps Forward Day. 04/16/2025 03:27 AM

Above, Burnet senior Victor Aviles shows no signs of distress as he cruises through the finish line of the 800 meters.

TRACK MEET RESULTS

BOYS (top four advance to regionals) 400 – 5, Isaias Zarate (Burnet), 51.98 (personal record), 8, Hector Vega (Burnet), 54.21 800 – 1, Victor Aviles (Burnet), 1:59.28 1,600 – 1, Victor Aviles (Burnet), 4:30.34 3,200 – 1, Victor Aviles (Burnet), 9:44 300 hurdles – 8, Cason O’Hair (Burnet), 43.77 4x100 – 4, Burnet (Matthew Williams, Brody Danson, Braxton Ringstaff, Clay Lamb), 43.37 4x200 – 6, Burnet (Matthew Williams, Brody Danson, Lyndon Harycki, Clay Lamb), 1:33.20 4x400 – 7, Burnet (Isaias Zarate, Hector Vega, Jovanny Ramirez, Charles Edwards), 3:36 Long jump – 2, David Prather (Burnet), 20-9.75 Discus – 8, Nathan Torres (Burnet), 111-9 Shot put – 5, David Prather (Burnet), 40-11 GIRLS (top four advance to regionals) 200 – 8, Brooklynn Daniel (Burnet), 26.94 800 – 4, Asah Roy (Burnet), 2:29.44 100 hurdles – 6, Wrigley Mulhollan (Burnet), 16.56 (personal record), 7, Brooklynn Daniel (Burnet), 16.70 300 hurdles – 6, Wrigley Mulhollan (Burnet), 48.93 4x200 – 7, Burnet (Brooklynn Daniel, Cali Eason, Brogan Fox, Brianne Smith), 1:48.72 4x400 – 3, Burnet (Asah Roy, Cali Eason, Brianne Smith, Camryn Courtney), 4:07.83 High jump – 6, Brooklynn Daniel (Burnet), 5-0 Pole vault – 5, Lacie Lewis (Burnet), 8-0. 04/16/2025 03:27 AM

Above, Senior Cooper Alexander gets a hit against Leander to get on base. Photos by Jennifer Fierro/TexasChalkTalk.com

Bulldogs earn another sweep in baseball district action

The Burnet High School baseball team crushed Jarrell 12-3 April 11 in District 24-4A play. The win meant a clean sweep for the Bulldogs. 04/16/2025 03:27 AM

Above, Burnet sophomore Hannah Brooks slides into second base before Marble Falls freshman shortstop Callie Phillips can tag her out.

Softball team’s tough defense, pitching lead to win

The Burnet High School softball team beat Marble Falls 8-1 April 11 in District 24-4A play to complete the season sweep. The Lady Dawgs (1011-1, 6-4) seized control from the start thanks to senior pitcher Presley Crawford. 04/16/2025 03:27 AM

Pct. 2 Buret County Commissioner Damon Beierle has deep roots in Burnet County, he builds lasting relationships with residents, local leaders and business owners. Contributed photo

Precinct 2 commissioner announces run for re-election

Precinct 2 Commissioner, Damon Beierle has officially announced his candidacy for re-election. Commissioner Beierle has dedicated himself to the county with his steadfast leadership and serves with dedication to our community with a focus on the citizens. 04/16/2025 03:27 AM

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So far, bluebonnets appear a little shy this season

Bluebonnets have been sparse in many areas this spring. Some friends have reported that their bluebonnets have been greatly stunted. A couple of friends had none at all. The most likely explanation probably is the lack of rain this past fall and winter. 04/09/2025 03:18 AM

Varsity Lady Dawg Halle Maxwell celebrates a hard hit triple in the bottom of the seventh with her coach and teammates. The hit was oh so close to a walk off homerun versus state ranked Gateway but fell just shy. Photos by Wayne Craig/Clear Memories

Softball suffers the one that got away

If you just look at the final score to Friday night’s softball game versus state ranked Gateway you might thing it was more lop-sided than it actually was. Burnet’s girls played a great game through seven innings keeping the Lady Gators scoreless. On the other side of that Gateway did the same and when regulation ended it was still all zeros on the scoreboard. 04/09/2025 03:18 AM

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Larry Dean Rushing

Larry Dean Rushing was born December 30, 1946 in Brownwood, TX and passed away on April 3, 2025. Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Millard Franklin Rushing and Emma Dean Horne Rushing, and his sister, Kathy. 04/09/2025 03:18 AM

Trey Morrow steps on home for a Bulldog run to make it 3-1 on Friday versus Taylor. The play was close, but the Ducks catcher tagged with the glove while the ball rested in his other hand. Photos by Wayne Craig/Clear Memories

Dawgs earn series win over Taylor

The Bulldog baseball team improved their district standing with a series win over Taylor last week. Due to poor weather conditions both games were played in Burnet on the turf field. 04/09/2025 03:18 AM

Aly VanZandt won a tournament championship this last week with top notch play in the girls’ singles bracket of the Marble Falls Tournament. Photos by Wayne Craig/Clear Memories

Tennis peaking just before district match

Over the past two weeks the Burnet tennis team competed at the Gatesville Tournament and the Marble Falls Tournament. Several athletes picked up medals along the way. 04/09/2025 03:18 AM

Chasing victory: Burnet senior distance runner Victor Aviles earned three gold medals at Wednesday’s district meet in the 3200, 1600, and 800. Above Aviles leads a pack as he crosses the 3200 finish line for first. Photos by Wayne Craig/Clear Memories

Burnet track qualifies pack for Area

Burnet standout distance runner, Victor Aviles, ran his way to three 24-4A gold medals each earning him a spot at Area. He placed first in the 3200, 1600 and 800 meter events. As a team the Bulldogs did well at last week’s district meet. They secured a spot at Area for 13 athletes including both running and field events. Those athletes include Aviles, Matthew Williams, Brody Danson, Braxton Ringstaff, Clay Lamb, Lyndon Harycki, Hector Vega, Isaias Zarate, Cason O’Hair, Josvanny Ramirez, Charles Edwards, Nathan Torres, and David Prather. 04/09/2025 03:18 AM

JV Lady Dawg high jumper Brooklynn Dawes clears 4’10 to win a district championship at Wednesday’s 24-4A Meet in Jarrell. Photos by Wayne Craig/Clear Memories

Nine Lady Dawgs move on to Area Track Meet

The Lady Dawg track teams traveled to Jarrell on Wednesday and Thursday of last week to compete in the UIL District 24-4A Meet. Teams hosted at the event included Burnet, Salado, Jarrell, Georgetown Gateway, Marble Falls, Lampasas, LH Legacy Ranch and Taylor. 04/09/2025 03:18 AM

Photos by Martelle Luedecke/ Luedecke Photography March 29, at Marble Falls High School during Ready as One, Graham Eddy proudly sat in the fire engine driver’s seat.

PEC and Burnet County host emergency fair

Pedernales Electric Cooperative, the Burnet County Sheriff’s Office and Burnet County’s Office of Emergency Management partnered to host “Ready as One” a first-ofits- kind community preparedness fair on March 04/09/2025 03:18 AM

Hill Country Children’s Advocacy Center’s Development Coordinator, Lora Cheney, left poses with Spring Craig and her Viva Babe award provided by Consuela. Cheney nominated Craig for the award in honor of her outstanding contributions to the Center. Wayne Craig/Clear Memories

Local baker named Viva Babe by Consuela

Burnet baker Spring Craig, owner of Cakes by Spring, had no idea that she was about to be honored in a big way last Monday when she walked through the doors of the Hill Country Children’s Advocacy Center. 04/09/2025 03:18 AM

Groundwater district eyes Briggs, Oakalla aquifer zone

Groundwater district eyes Briggs, Oakalla aquifer zone

The Central Texas Groundwater Conservation District (CTGCD) plans to host a special meeting to consider whether ongoing use of the Trinity Aquifer needs to be evaluated and monitored through the establishment of a new “groundwater management zone.” 04/09/2025 03:18 AM

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Hummers are buzzing about; time to prep

Despite the chilly breaks lately, the signs of springtime are making their presence known. From the return of hummingbirds to the time for gardening preparation, you’ll be seeing more bursts of color in no time. 04/09/2025 03:18 AM

Firefly Aerospace established a facility in Briggs in Burnet County in 2014. Burnet County is being approached with a joint economic development venture with Williamson County to kindle space project development. Contributed photos/Firefly Aerospace

Public workshop poses aerospace corp. questions

Burnet County commissioners posed several questions April 1 in regard to joining the new Central Texas Spaceport Development Corporation (SDC). The commissioners deliberated and pondered possible participation in an SDC during a public workshop at the county courthouse. 04/09/2025 03:18 AM

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