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Water district mandates reductions for permit holders

Water district mandates reductions for permit holders

Until further notice, the Central Texas Groundwater Conservation District (CTGCD) board has decided to invoke a mandatory water reduction of 15% for all non-exempt permit holders. Unanimously, the board members approved the action after they reviewed several statistical trends reported by District General Manager Mitchell Sodek and Intera Technical Consultant Neil Deeds, indicating Burnet County has descended into Stage 4 extreme drought conditions. 12/25/2024 03:00 AM

Raymond V. Whelan/The Bulletin On Dec. 19, Pct. 3 Commissioner Damon Beierle presented Pct. 2 Commissioner Billy Wall with a plaque thanking him for his service as a commissioner.

Commissioners to address county judge departure in January

At Burnet County Commissioners Court Dec. 19, officials addressed future leadership in light of the county judge resignation. 12/25/2024 03:00 AM

Desiree Lavigne, who has been rehabbing and training raptors for 12 years, enjoys introducing Moxie the owl to ‘rapt’ audiences. Contributed photos

Presentation will educate about local raptors

Up-close and personal, live raptors will be featured Thursday, Jan. 9, at the Highland Lakes Birding and Wildflower Society (HLBWS) next meeting. You are in for a treat to kick off the 2025 New Year with an engaging presentation by dedicated wildlife specialist rehabilitators. 12/25/2024 03:00 AM

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City taking a closer look at potholes, bad streetlights

Do you have a streetlight out on your block or know of a dangerous pothole but don’t know who to tell? Residents can now go to one place to report a concern, and it will be routed to the appropriate person to address it. At the bottom of the homepage of the City of Burnet’s website (www.cityofburnet. 12/25/2024 03:00 AM

Burnet High School celebrated the Lighting of their Tree Dec. 11. Find more photos on Page 8A. Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

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Burnet County judge resigns in wake of conduct ruling

An onslaught of continuing litigation and a recent probe by the county attorney’s office prompted the Burnet County judge to resign, effective Jan. 2. 12/25/2024 03:00 AM

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County judge tenders resignation in wake of conduct reprimand

12/18/2024 04:32 PM

Card making was a hit at the Bertram Library Open House.

Band entertains with good cheer at library open house

The Friends of the Bertram Library hosted their annual Christmas Open House this past Tuesday. The Highland Lakes Brass Band entertained the audience with numerous Christmas carols. There were goodies to eat, lots of door prizes, and Santa was on hand to take photos with the kiddos. Also set up was a card-making station where attendees were able to make Christmas cards to take home or to donate to the Bertram Nursing Home. 12/18/2024 02:52 AM

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Judicial conduct commission reprimands county judge

The Texas State Commission on Judicial Conduct has issued a “public reprimand” against the Burnet County judge, after a probe into his alleged interactions with a justice of the peace. Pct. 12/18/2024 02:52 AM

Attorney Justin Schrader lifts a paper detailing a medical study as part of his opposition to the proposed quarry before Asphalt Inc. representative Ben Liggett Dec. 10 during the public meeting in Burnet. Raymond V. Whelan/Bulletin

Hundreds turnout to oppose rock quarry permit

The Hill Country Fellowship Church auditorium was filled to near-capacity during an official state meeting held there earlier this week to discuss the proposed permit for a new rock crusher quarry in Burnet County. 12/18/2024 02:52 AM

Creekfall subdivision to see 115 new homes

Creekfall subdivision to see 115 new homes

At a recent meeting, the Burnet City Council approved a Developer Participation Agreement with Meritage Homes of Texas, LLC, to extend water and sewer infrastructure for the upcoming Creekfall Subdivision Phase Three. 12/04/2024 02:35 AM

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Chill weather rekindles the Christmas spirit

The cooler weather we experienced last week came just in time for the Thanksgiving holidays. It felt like summer was really over and it felt like the kind of weather we should be having for Thanksgiving. 12/04/2024 02:35 AM

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State to stock tasty trout in nearby rivers

On Nov. 27 marks the beginning of a winter tradition as Texas Parks and Wildlife Department begins stocking thousands of easy-to-catch, tasty rainbow trout in ponds, lakes and rivers across the state. 12/04/2024 02:35 AM

Burnet High School Highlandettes posed for a photo after their performance Nov. 30 at the Lighting of the Square. Find more photos on Page 12. Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

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Group seeks support to finish prison worship chapel

Group seeks support to finish prison worship chapel

Joseph’s Hammer continues to support work on a special addition to the Ellen Halbert Unit in Burnet at 800 Halbert Dr., near the Burnet Municipal Airport and U.S. 281 south. 12/04/2024 02:35 AM

Planning meeting coming up for Burnet’s airshow

Planning meeting coming up for Burnet’s airshow

The largest and most popular airshow in the area is seeking volunteers. The first Community Volunteer General Information meeting will be held on Saturday, Nov. 11/20/2024 02:18 AM

Bulldog RB Josiah Coronado uses an effective stiff arm on a Mustang before busting loose for Burnet’s first score of the game. Coronado scored twice during Burnet’s Bi-District match versus Andrews.

Burnet Bulldogs fall in Bi-District, 35-21

The football team traveled to San Angelo last Thursday to meet Andrews for Bi-District action. Their confidence was high going in but a mistake riddled game left the Dawgs and Burnet crowd in shock and on the wrong side of the 35-21 final score. 11/20/2024 02:18 AM

BHS outfielder, Colt Stanford signed on to continue his baseball career after graduation at Costal Bend. Stanford was joined by family and friends as he made it official. Photos by Wayne Craig/Clear Memories

Burnet signs five on National Signing Day

Five senior members of Burnet High School honored five student athletes last Wednesday on National Signing Day. Three baseball players, one softball player, and a cheerleader all made it official with their colleges of choice to continue their athletic careers after high school. 11/20/2024 02:18 AM

Contributed/ Kieran Mather Dale Hocker celebrated her 100th birthday on Nov. 20. Her spirit and experience conjures a nostalgic look at early life in Burnet.

Centenarian shares insight into her early life in Burnet

Dale Hocker was born on Nov. 20, 1924 in Del Rio, but her roots are deep in the heart of Burnet. 11/20/2024 02:18 AM

Photo by Wayne Craig/ Clear Memories Burnet senior runner Adriana Briggs was honored with a selection to the Academic All-State cross country list.

Cross Country team earns state honors

Five senior members of the BHS cross country team recently earned Academic All-State honors following another successful year. This award takes four years of hard work and dedication to sports and the classroom to be achieved. A student athlete must maintain a 92 or above for all four years while participating in sports to be consid-ered for the award. Other factors including class rank, GPA, and SAT/ACT scores are considered as well. 11/20/2024 02:18 AM

Marcos Torres bowed his head in prayer in the Vanderveer Street Church of Christ dining hall during the Burnet DIVAS and BROS veterans dinner served Nov. 14. Find more photos on Page 8. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

Elementary students serve dinner to veterans

Marcos Torres bowed his head in prayer in the Vanderveer Street Church of Christ dining hall during the Burnet DIVAS and BROS veterans dinner served Nov. 14. Find more photos on Page 8. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography 11/20/2024 02:18 AM

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