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Molly and Breanna Maller were the winners of the Jigsaw Puzzle Showdown.

Mercantile store grows with the taste for nostalgia

Magpie Mercantile has been selected as the Bertram Chamber of Commerce Business of the Month for April. Open since October of 2024, Magpie Mercantile brings healthy organic foods with limited ingredients to the community of Bertram. 04/09/2025 03:18 AM

County approves resolution for rail line review

County approves resolution for rail line review

No new railroad line, no spaceport development. Basically, that is the loud and clear message the Burnet County Commissioners Court issued during their April 8 regular meeting at the courthouse. 04/09/2025 03:18 AM

The April 12 Grand Parade starts at noon on the Burnet County Courthouse square. File photo

Bluebonnet Fest braces for big crowds this weekend

The 42nd Annual Bluebonnet Festival this weekend, April 11-13 in Burnet, will welcome tens of thousands of visitors with several activities – all in honor of the state flower. There is no cost to visit the vendors, watch the gunfighter shoot-out, view the 1st Cavalry demonstration, or for any concerts other than the Saturday night concert. 04/09/2025 03:18 AM

Contributed photos/ Hill Country Fellowship Travis Dieter and Karen Kelley were escorted by DeAnn Fraser to the Night to Remember event at Hill Country Fellowship April 4.

Sonrise Ministry hosts special needs prom

Seventy guests attended “A Night to Remember” April 4 giving those with special needs an opportunity to feel like super stars. The special needs prom was organized by the Sonrise Special Needs Ministry of Hill Country Fellowship in Burnet. 04/09/2025 03:18 AM

Dwindling shoreline attracting four-wheelers

Dwindling shoreline attracting four-wheelers

During current drought, driving on LCRA-owned land in the lakebed is allowed as long as vehicles don’t cause public safety hazard or environmental impact. As the drought continues, the Lower Colorado River Authority will continue its long-standing practice of using its enforcement discretion to allow vehicles to drive across parts of the dry lakebed owned by LCRA, as long as the vehicles do not cause a public safety or environmental impact at Lake Buchanan. 04/09/2025 03:18 AM

Representatives from TEK MAK Development Company, ARK Hospitality, Burnet Economic Development and the City of Burnet ceremonially broke ground March 26 for TownePlace Suites by Marriott in Burnet. Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

Officials join to celebrate hotel groundbreaking

A groundbreaking ceremony March 26 marked the construction of Towne-Place Suites by Marriott in Burnet. City officials, business leaders, and community members gathered for a groundbreaking ceremony on Wednesday, March 26, to celebrate the start of construction for Towne-Place Suites by Marriott in Burnet. 04/02/2025 03:10 AM

County to host town hall with Lampasas on rail line

County to host town hall with Lampasas on rail line

Burnet County Commissioners Court will host a joint town hall meeting with the Lampasas County commissioners to discuss the planned re-activation of railroad tracks through the area. Both the U.S. 04/02/2025 03:10 AM

On March 16, Burnet County Sheriff’s Office deputies seized nine suspected cockfighting roosters (pictured here at the BCSO carport) after a traffic stop, ending in an arrest. Contributed/BCSO

BCSO: cockfighting ring probe underway

Local law enforcement is zeroing in on an alleged cockfighting operation that may involve a number of locations in Burnet and adjacent counties. The most recent arrest involved an illegal alien suspect from Mexico. 04/02/2025 03:10 AM

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Former ISD super becomes assistant city manager

City officials have filled a top administrative position with someone who is not only familiar with and dedicated to the community but a proven leader. Keith McBurnett has been appointed as the new assistant city manager after almost a year of working in adminstration for the city of Burnet. 04/02/2025 03:10 AM

OPIC recommends TCEQ overturn quarry permit

OPIC recommends TCEQ overturn quarry permit

The Office of Public Interest Counsel (OPIC) released a response March 28 to a state legislator’s call to overturn the permit of a proposed rock crushing operation in Burnet County. OPIC issued their review following a complaint about an air quality permit granted by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). 04/02/2025 03:10 AM

The proposal would revive 12.5 miles on previously abandoned right-of-way and construction of 14.4 miles on a new rail line through Burnet County. Contributed map

Railroad line plans rile Burnet area residents

A commercial group plans to plow ahead with a train track project despite local environmental and quality of life concerns. Things like excessive noise, potential harm to protected species, lower property values, air pollution and traffic safety are raising concerns among those who live along U.S. 03/26/2025 03:04 AM

Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography After Dawn Adkins and Aaris Farmer baptized Young Lives Jillian Chavira, she rose from the water to the loving face of her son March 24 at Hill Country Fellowship Church.

YoungLives baptismal event kindles healing, miracle

On Monday, March 24, at Hill Country Fellowship Church in Burnet, a powerful and transformative event took place – the baptism of young parents involved in YoungLives. What began as a simple vision turned into a night of profound faith, renewal and celebration. 03/26/2025 03:04 AM

County purchases space for public defenders

County purchases space for public defenders

Burnet County commissioners have found new office space for the county defender. During the March 25 meeting, for a little more than $92,500, the commissioners voted unanimously to purchase the modular building at 100 CR 250 for public defender attorneys to occupy as they prepare legal representation for indigent defendants. 03/26/2025 03:04 AM

A proposed mining operation would be located within the proximity of Longhorn Caverns State Park. A state bill, if passed, would prevent aggregate operations from locating near such venues. File photo

Local state rep files mining proximity bill

A local state representative has taken aim at the aggregate industry with a bill in the 89th Texas Legislative Session that would limit mining proximity to sites that families frequent. “I’ve filed a bill that I am working hard to pass, HB 3482, that would amend Texas law to protect waterways, parks, and camps for quarries being located nearby, in the future,” State Rep. 03/26/2025 03:04 AM

One of the Lone Star Disc Dogs gets some love from the children who attended their performance. Contributed/Betty Predmore

Bertram brings out entertainment and benefits

The Bertram Library hosted the Lone Star Disc Dogs on Thursday at Johnnie Mae Wheeler Park. These amazing high-flying dogs put on quite a performance with their frisbees, much to the delight of the children in attendance. 03/26/2025 03:04 AM

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Air of Patriotisim

At the Bluebonnet Air Show March 16, John Schwartz posed with proud little patriot Theodore Larson. Find more photos on Pages 14 & 16. 03/19/2025 02:57 AM

Desiree Lavigne introduced Dancer, a Great Horned Owl to an attentive crowd. She has been rehabbing and training raptors for 12 years. Contributed photos

HLBWS features live raptors at next meeting

Coming soon to Burnet – a live raptor presentation. Join the Highland Lakes Birding and Wildflower Society Thursday, April 3, for an engaging presentation featuring live raptors led by dedicated wildlife rehabilitators. 03/19/2025 02:57 AM

Community to celebrate Donald Fawcett Day

Community to celebrate Donald Fawcett Day

The Burnet City Council issued a proclamation honoring Donald Fawcett with a Day of Service and Fish Fry on Saturday, March 29, 2025, as Donald Fawcett Day of Service in recognition of his lifelong contributions to Burnet. 03/19/2025 02:57 AM

Burnet County Judge Bryan Wilson presided over his first meeting since being appointed. He is pictured here after that meeting March 17 at the Burnet County Courthouse. Raymond V. Whelan/Bulletin

County commissioners approve new voting devices

Since more than two months ago, the Burnet County Commissioners Court convened with five members present for a special meeting Monday, March 17. County Judge Bryan Wilson presided over the court, which also included Pct. 03/19/2025 02:57 AM

From providing fitness programs to youth sports, summer camps, and community outreach, the YMCA is a vital part of our community. Contributed/Burnet Chamber of Commerce

Chamber’s February member of the month

The Burnet Chamber of Commerce honors its members for growing our community and providing excellent service. Congratulations to the team at YMCA of the Highland Lakes, which has been named our February Member of the Month. 03/19/2025 02:57 AM

Burnet was well represented at Friday’s 4A Division I State Powerlifting Championships at Bert Ogden Arena located in Edinburg. Pictured above, left to right, Josie Teague, Lily Rygaard, and Madeline Cardenas who all competed at the event.

Three Lady Dawgs powerlifters lift at State

Last week three Lady Dawg lifters traveled to Edinburg to compete in the 4A Division I State Women’s Powerlifting Championships. The three lifters including, Josie Teague, Lily Rygaard, and Madeline Cardenas took their seasons as far as they could go ending their 2025 campaigns on the state stage. 03/19/2025 02:57 AM

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