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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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Local lawmakers join fight to defend waterways

When it comes to defending the values that make Texas great, few leaders stand as tall as State Representative Ellen Troxclair and State Senator Pete Flores. These two have proven themselves as champions of both our Hill Country heritage and the rights of hard-working Texans. 01/29/2025 03:46 AM

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Look back at Bertram’s year shows good growth pace

The Bertram Chamber of Commerce kicked off the new year with a packed luncheon on Monday. There were lots of new faces in attendance, as membership continues to grow. 01/29/2025 03:46 AM

Commissioners decide county judge selection format

Commissioners decide county judge selection format

The Burnet County Commissioners Court recently agreed on a format related to a pair of public forums they plan to hold to assist their selection of a new County Commissioners Court Judge. Pct. 01/29/2025 03:46 AM

Martelle Luedecke/ Luedecke Photography Jan. 20 at Living Grace Canine Ranch, Trysten Copeland and Apollo became fast friends during Burnet High School’s Day of Service, a tribute to Martin Luther King, Jr. Find more photos on Page 5.

Water permit holders restrictions continue

During its first meeting of 2025, the Central Texas Groundwater Conservation District board voted unanimously to maintain the mandatory water reduction of 15% for all non-exempt permits. The five-member board continued the reduction during its Jan. 01/29/2025 03:46 AM

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Local VFW entry earns Voice of Democracy award

Addison A. Taylor a junior at Faith Academy in Burnet County was named the VFW Department of Texas’s first-place winner and recipient of the Voice of Democracy $10,000 award in the 2024-2025 Voice of Democracy Scholarship program. VFW Post 10376 and its Auxiliary in Marble Falls sponsored Addison Taylor. Her family are residents of Burnet. 01/29/2025 03:46 AM

Miguel Valdez celebrates one of his record setting single game six goals. Valdez and his teammates won 12-2 over Florence in district play. Photos by Wayne Craig/Clear Memories

Record setting week for Burnet soccer

The Burnet soccer teams have seen much success in the early goings of district competition. After a Tuesday weather delay pushed the Bulldogs game versus Florence to Wednesday the varsity Dawgs made a statement with a big 12-2 victory. 01/29/2025 03:46 AM

Burnet lifter Josie Teague is dominating her class in the sport of powerlifting. Teague beat her closest competitor by over 100 pounds in Lampasas.

Lifters compete at Badger Invite

On Thursday the Burnet Bulldog and Lady Dawg powerlifting teams traveled North to participate in the Lampasas Badgers Invite. Burnet’s teams did well picking up some gold medals and good team finishes along the way. 01/29/2025 03:46 AM

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John Wendell Mandigo

September 6, 1940 —January 6, 2025 John Wendell Mandigo, 84, of Bertram passed away January 6, 2025. Funeral services were held on January 14, 2025 at First Baptist Church in Bertram, Texas. 01/29/2025 03:46 AM

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Emily Ann (Morris) Klutts

July 6, 1978 —January 25, 2025 Emily Ann (Morris) Klutts passed away at her home in Bertram on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the age of 46. Emily was born on July 6, 1978 in Georgetown, Texas, to Bonnie and W.C. 01/29/2025 03:46 AM

Lady Dawg, Sierra Schaefer (12) quickly showed Salado why they should respect her shot. Schaefer and her squad evened the score with the Lady eagles with a 42-29 win and they are currently in sole possession of first in 24-4A play.

Lady Dawgs lead District 24-4A

It was another great week to be a Lady Dawg as Burnet varsity Lady Bulldog team picked up two more wins and are the current front runners in District 24-4A with a 6-1 record. Jarrell is also near the top of the district at 6-1 but are behind the Lady Dawgs after Burnet beat them on Jan. 14, 46-43. 01/29/2025 03:46 AM

The Lady Dawg 400 free relay team of (back row) Caroline Lunsford and Graciela Lara Duran, and (front row) Madison Lawry and Sophia Cardenas placed second at district earning a regional berth. Photos by Wayne Craig/Clear Memories

Water Dawgs sensational at district races

Burnet’s swim team took to the pool in Belton on Friday for their district meet and were impressive with numerous swims resulting in tickets to regionals. Every swimmer wearing Burnet gear extended their season with top finishes at district. 01/29/2025 03:46 AM

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Lille Bell Otte

May 4, 1938 —January 23, 2025 Lille Bell Otte passed away on January 23, 2025 in Marble Falls, Texas. Lillie Bell was 86 at the time of her death and a faithful Christian at the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Granite Shoals, Texas. 01/29/2025 03:46 AM

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