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BCISD Education Foundation to host Mardi Gras Gala

BCISD Education Foundation to host Mardi Gras Gala

The Burnet Consolidated Independent School District Education Foundation plans to host its Mardi Gras Masquerade Gala at Wagon Springs Ranch, 5:30 p.m. Feb. 11/20/2024 02:18 AM

All seven of Burnet’s senior volleyball players earned Academic All State awards for their hard work in the classroom. Pictured above back row, (left to right) Laney Huffman, Cydney Robison, Lauren Howton, Camryn Courtney, and Addison Huffman. Front row, (left to right) Brooklynn Daniel an...

Seven Lady Dawgs earn All-State honors

Burnet’s Lady Dawg volleyball program was well represented on the recently released Academic All State list. In addition to being a student athlete, an individual receiving this honor must maintain a 92 average or better for all four years of high school. The Lady Dawgs had all seven of their 2025 seniors honored on the list. Camryn Courtney and Brooklynn Daniel both earned first team, while Addison Huffman and Laney Huffman each found a spot on the second team list. 11/20/2024 02:18 AM

Appeals panel reverses county judge quash charges

Appeals panel reverses county judge quash charges

A three-judge panel working under the auspices of the Texas Third Court of Appeals appears to have opened a new chapter in a set of formerly quashed charges against a Burnet County judge. On Nov. 11/20/2024 02:18 AM

Burnet officials zone in on roads, facilities upgrades

Burnet officials zone in on roads, facilities upgrades

Burnet city officials provided an update on road maintenance efforts, during the recent city council meeting on Nov. 12. 11/20/2024 02:18 AM

Burnet Esprit de Corps saxophonists Gideon Robles, Kendall Koschtial, Mackenzie Green, Zane Hubbard, Peyton Villarreal, and Reilly Gerdes ran to the ship in their A Wave of Sirens performance Nov. 13 for UIL State Marching competition held at the Alamodome. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Lued...

Burnet Esprit de Corps competes at state

Nov. 13, Burnet Esprit de Corps competed in the State UIL Marching contest held at the Alamodome. 11/20/2024 02:18 AM

Pictured, from left, are BCISD students Rory Blasienz, Easton Floyd, Aiden Brownlee, Zane Munger and Brooke Kiley, who represented members of the armed forces at the Veterans Day program.

Students honor service members and veterans

Pictured, from left, are BCISD students Rory Blasienz, Easton Floyd, Aiden Brownlee, Zane Munger and Brooke Kiley, who represented members of the armed forces at the Veterans Day program. 11/13/2024 05:03 PM

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Emma Caroline Parker

March 4, 1993 —November 4, 2024 Emma Caroline Parker, born on March 4, 1993, passed away on November 4, 2024, after a courageous 5-year battle with metastatic breast cancer. Emma was a devoted mother to her 6-year-old daughter, Gracecyn Parker. 11/13/2024 02:09 AM

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Betty Jo McLaurin

February 18, 1931 —November 2, 2024 Betty Jo O’Brien McLaurin at age 93 departed this life for the next on Saturday, November 2nd, 2024, in Burnet, Texas. Jo was born on February 18th, 1931, in Cisco, Tx to Reverend Lee Roy O’Brien and Katie Francis Abbott O’Brien. 11/13/2024 02:09 AM

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February 7, 1944 —October 30, 2024 Glenn Horn, 80, passed away on October 30, 2024, in Las Vegas, New Mexico. He was born on February 7, 1944, in Paige, Texas to Rev. 11/13/2024 02:09 AM

Burnet Esprit de Corps earned second place in the UIL Marching contest Nov. 2 at Pfield Stadium performing their ‘Wave of Sirens’ punching their ticket to State in San Antonio at the Alamodome Nov. 13. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

Burnet Esprit de Corps

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LCRA representatives present a $25K check

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This is why I believe ‘school choice’ is a bad idea

Guest Editorial “In theory, there is no difference between practice and theory. In practice, there is.” – quote widely attributed to Yogi Berra School’s choice (aka vouchers/ESAs) is proposed as a state-managed program which has been repeatedly shown in other states to: bust state budgets, fund discrimination against students and families, fail to improve student outcomes, and undermine funding and resources for the public schools. 11/13/2024 02:09 AM

Burnet County to counter TikTok threats

Burnet County to counter TikTok threats

Reluctantly, the Burnet County Commissioners recently agreed to put aside funds to comply with state law related to the prevention of “ongoing and emerging technology” social media and other computer online threats. It may cost the county thousands of dollars to comply with Texas Senate Bill 1893, which calls for ensuring the prohibition or restriction of “certain social media and applications and service owned or leased by governmental entities.” 11/13/2024 02:09 AM

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Local talent inspires at coffee shop venue in Bertram

Open Mic Night at Gathering Grounds Coffee Shop continues to grow each month. Held on the second Saturday at 7:00 p.m., this month’s event brought out several new people who shared music and poetry, in addition to many of the monthly performers. 11/13/2024 02:09 AM

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School choice push on tap for legislative session

With the general election over, Texans are now looking ahead to the upcoming legislative session beginning in January. 11/13/2024 02:09 AM

GOP sweeps election, local voter turnout spikes

GOP sweeps election, local voter turnout spikes

Burnet County registered voters turned out in record droves during the recent election. According to unofficial county election records, more than 70% of more than 38,000 registered voters cast ballots during the national, state and local elections which finished during Election Day, Nov. 11/13/2024 02:09 AM

Let’s unpack the role of Development Services

Let’s unpack the role of Development Services

The Department of Development Services plays a key role in maintaining Burnet’s growth and development standards. Its purpose is to ensure that all new construction, renovations, and land developments adhere to City codes, zoning laws, and safety guidelines. Through various permits, inspections, and plan reviews, the department helps to create a safe, well-planned, and attractive community for all residents. 11/13/2024 02:09 AM

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State Bound Band

Burnet High School Espirit De Corps will be headed to San Antonio today for state competition. Find more photos Inside. Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography 11/13/2024 02:09 AM

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Troxclair retains HD-19 seat in election

The incumbent state representative for Burnet County won back her seat with a resounding show of support from the electorate, according to the results of the Nov. 5 election. 11/13/2024 02:09 AM

The Lady Bulldog golf team combined scores to place first as a team at their final fall invite and picked up three individual medals. Pictured above, left to right, Avery Gowin, Hallie Poe, Cambria Neenan, and Kristine Rodriguez. Contributed photo

Fall golf ends with four medals

Burnet’s Lady Bulldog golf team competed in their final fall tournament and went out on a high note with some outstanding finishes. Burnet’s four girls combined to shoot a team 376 which earned them an overall first place finish at the tournament. 11/13/2024 02:09 AM

Sophomore swimmer, Rhett Eaton placed fifth in the men’s 200 IM competition on Thursday. The Water Dawgs combined scores to finish second as a team.

Green Wave earns silver team medals

By Wayne Craig Bulletin Sports The BHS swim team hosted a meet last Thursday welcoming six teams to the pool at the YMCA. The Water Dawgs did extremely well, earning two team silver medals after some fantastic individual swims. 11/13/2024 02:09 AM

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