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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

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June 29, 1938 —January 25, 2025 With heavy hearts, we share that Dortha Hall of Kingsland. Texas, beloved matriarch and effervescent soul, peacefully departed Earth at 9:15 pm on Saturday, January 25th. 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

Reject public money for private schools

Reject public money for private schools

Dear Editor; The Texas Senate held a hearing on SB 2 on Tuesday, Jan. 28, regarding school vouchers. 02/05/2025 03:56 AM

Every seat in the house was filled Feb. 1 for the fundraiser benefiting CASA for the Highland Lakes.

Auction fundraiser benefits abused and neglected children

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Data request mounting for rock quarry applicant

Data request mounting for rock quarry applicant

The Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) correspondence released recently to a senior civil engineer indicates LCRA is exercising caution related to its possible approval of a permit for construction of a proposed rock crusher quarry north of Burnet. 02/05/2025 03:56 AM

Lady Bulldog Taylor Petty provided three assists during Burnet’s 3-0 win over Jarrell last Tuesday. Photo by Wayne Craig/Clear Memories

Bright week improves soccer standings

It was a great week on the soccer fields for Burnet’s teams. When it was all said and done the Lady Dawgs had taken over as the leader in District 25-4A after beating Jarrell on Tuesday and previously unbeaten in district play Gateway on Friday. 02/05/2025 03:56 AM

A happy Cheri Trinidad emerged as a big winner at the Highland Lakes Service League Chuck Wagon Chow Down Jan. 25 at the YMCA.

Chuck Wagon Chow Down's big turnout for a good cause

Saturday, Jan. 25, at the YMCA, it was a full house for the Highland Lakes Service League’s annual Chuck Wagon Chow Down. 02/05/2025 03:56 AM

JV Lady Bulldog Landri Lewis races away from a Taylor defender after she swiped the ball away for a Burnet steal.

Lady Dawgs returning to the playoffs

The Lady Bulldog basketball teams had two games last week, the first a home game versus Taylor and the second a game on the road at Jarrell. Both extremely important games for the varsity ladies as the second round of district draws to a close. Burnet’s varsity earned the win over Taylor but unfortunately fell short in Jarrell on Friday. The loss to the Lady Cougars kept Burnet from owning an outright district championship. With last night’s games pending Jarrell was in the top spot at 8-1, followed by Burnet at 7-2 with one loss to Jarrell and one loss to Salado. 02/05/2025 03:56 AM

Brandon Westbrook earned gold in Llano with combined lifts of 1,495 pounds. His 625 pound squat the highest produced at the meet from any platform.

Dawgs powerlifting team earns gold at Llano lift

The Bulldog powerlifting team traveled to Llano last Thursday to participate in their third lift of the season. The boys’ team put together a top effort that earned three individual gold medals, four individual silver medals, and two individual bronze medals. 02/05/2025 03:56 AM

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Bidding for Good

Paige and Wade Langley enjoyed a wonderful evening on Jan. 25 at the YMCA during the Highland Lakes Service League’s Chuck Wagon Chow Down. 01/29/2025 03:46 AM

Photo by Martelle Luedecke/ Luedecke Photography Keith McBurnett, Earline Zimmerman, David Bennett, Cary Johnson, and Dennis Hoover accepted a $50,000 check from Matt McCracken, representing the Rotary Club of Burnet, for the Hill Country Community Foundation during a donation event at the...

Burnet Rotary donates $50K to HCCF

On Jan. 15, 2025, the Rotary Club of Burnet demonstrated its unwavering commitment to education and community support by presenting a $50,000 check to the Hill Country Community Foundation (HCCF). This generous contribution will bolster the Foundation’s scholarship fund, which supports graduating seniors from Burnet High School and Quest High School. 01/29/2025 03:46 AM

Contributed photo The Itsy-Bit arcade had its ribbon-cutting in Burnet on Jan. 17. Pictured, from left, are: David Bolen, Cassy Bolen, co-owner Miranda (Mandy) Lowry, Joel Lowry, co-owner Blake Lowry, Sharon Lowry, Michael Lowry.

New venue combines arcade nostalgia with modern fun

Nestled in the picturesque Hill Country of Texas, Burnet is renowned for its scenic landscapes and warm-hearted community. Amidst this tranquil backdrop, a new venture is set to electrify the town’s spirit with pixels, pinballs, and an explosion of family-friendly fun. 01/29/2025 03:46 AM

Hypoxylon Canker does not affect any type of oak; fungus spreads by spores, enters wounds in stressed trees, colonizing quickly; and once evident, it is usually too late to save the tree. Contributed Photo

Drought affecting trees in Central Texas

In the Texas Hill Country, the drought’s effects on the environment are apparent, including a loss of drought-tolerant plants; deer grazing on deer-resistant plants; and trees that are in distress or appear to be dead. 01/29/2025 03:46 AM

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$1 billion for vouchers, $5 billion for teachers?

Legislative budget writers are proposing nearly $5 billion to increase teacher pay and $1 billion to implement a school voucher program in the next biennium, the Austin American-Statesman reported. The voucher program, also referred to as school choice, would provide public money for private schooling, a key priority for Gov. 01/29/2025 03:46 AM

Highland Lakes Healthcare Partners host hiring event

Highland Lakes Healthcare Partners host hiring event

A new collaborative of area healthcare employers will host a hiring event to address the critical staffing shortages in Burnet, Llano, and Blanco counties. The event aims to connect available healthcare workers with immediate job opportunities in Highland Lakes’ hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, home health, and hospice agencies. 01/29/2025 03:46 AM

Martelle Luedecke/ Luedecke Photography Brenda Eubank and Darlene Hargett did an enviable job hosting the Chuck Wagon Chow Down Jan. 25 at the YMCA. Find more photos in the Feb. 5 edition of the Bulletin.

Big fundraiser brings in big bucks for worthy causes

It was a spectacular evening on Saturday, Jan. 25, when over 300 guests gathered at YMCA for the Highland Lakes Service League annual Chuck Wagon Chow Down auction and dinner. Participants enjoyed many activities, raffles, and live and silent auctions to support the mission. The night also included a delicious barbecue dinner catered by Pok-e-Jo’s with musical entertainment presented by Billy Scott. 01/29/2025 03:46 AM

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