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Fire danger prompts alert from county officials

Fire danger prompts alert from county officials

Due to lack of rain and drier-than-normal conditions, county officials implore area residents to practice fire safety protocols. So far, the most notable reports have involved multiple acre grass fires extinguished by rural fire agencies before becoming wildland blazes. 01/08/2025 03:22 AM

Jan. 1, 140 hikers made their way down the trail at Pecan Flat in Inks Lake State Park after ringing in the New Year. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/ Luedecke Photography

Magical midnight hike at park venue rings in new year

Inks Lake State Park welcomed over 140 adventurous souls to its annual midnight hike, celebrating the arrival of 2025 in style. Bundled up in layers and equipped with headlamps and flashlights, the group embarked on a one-mile journey to a scenic overhang by the lake. 01/08/2025 03:22 AM

Protect natural gas meters. Natural gas meters are weather-proof; however, to help keep the meter working smoothly, remove snow and ice from natural gas meters with a broom or brush. File photo

As colder weather descends, preparation necessary

01/03/2025 04:15 PM

Burnet County commissioners draft process for appointing judge

Burnet County commissioners draft process for appointing judge

01/03/2025 12:06 PM

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PHOTOS OF THE YEAR

. 01/01/2025 03:11 AM

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Burnet Bulletin Year in Review 2024

Jan. 3 Council to see city hall bids During the next two weeks, city officials will review prospective contractors and their proposals to build the new Burnet City Hall on a site near Jackson Street east of the County Courthouse. 01/01/2025 03:11 AM

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Sue Tippie Wills

January 2, 1949 —December 21, 2024 Linda Sue Tippie Wills was sent home to be with Jesus, on Saturday December 21, 2024. Sue was born on January 2, 1949 and was a lifelong resident of Burnet. 01/01/2025 03:11 AM

Burnet’s varsity Lady Bulldog basketball team went 3-1 at the Fairfield Invite claiming the championship in the silver bracket. Pictured above, back row (left to right) Coach Lisa Skupin, Emma Hashbarger, Sierra Schaefer, Breanne Hudgins, Cydney Robison, Kloe Shannon, Wrigley Mulhollan, Co...

Lady Dawgs earn tournament championship

The varsity Lady Dawg basketball team recently traveled to Fairfield to compete in a competitive tournament. Burnet’s girls opened day one play by facing the tournament host, Fairfield, who is currently ranked No. 2 in the state in 3A. 12/25/2024 03:00 AM

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Cheer shines, Jones says good-bye

First let me say Merry Christmas to all our readers. I hope you are having a fantastic holiday surrounded by family and friends. The school is quiet today but there was a buzz of activity last week leading up to the much anticipated break. 12/25/2024 03:00 AM

Jaylee Messer, First Team

Student athletes named Academic All-State

Academic All-State awards honoring student athletes in the 2024 Bulldog Football program were recently released and Burnet earned 11 spots on the list. This is a prestigious list that includes the names of hardworking student athletes that take care of business both on the field and in the classroom. 12/25/2024 03:00 AM

Photos by Wayne Craig/Clear Memories Competing at a high level: Burnet soccer player, Jose Flores goes skyward as he battles for the ball versus Pflugerville in a recent scrimmage.

Soccer making strides with scrimmages

The soccer teams have been busy over the past few days with numerous scrimmages to help fine tune their skills. Both the boys and girls scrimmaged Lampasas with those games having a dual impact. In addition to getting time on the field versus an opponent the games hosted a toy drive for the second year in a row. Burnet’s teams won the toy drives and on the boys side alone the Bulldogs collected over 200 toys and books to be donated. 12/25/2024 03:00 AM

Beavers are natural swimmers with webbed feet that help them glide effortlessly through the water. Contributed photos

Porcupines and beavers: nature’s quirkiest odd couple

Porcupines and beavers may seem like an unlikely pair, but in Central Texas, they’ve become two of the most fascinating, and surprisingly cool, rodents in the area. These creatures have some unique qualities that make them stand out, and when you take a closer look, you’ll see why they make nature’s ultimate odd couple. 12/25/2024 03:00 AM

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Burnet grad embraces challenges of military experience

Burnet High School graduate Class of 2024, PVT Logan Copsetta recently completed 22 weeks of Cavalry Scout training at Fort Moore (Benning), Georgia. As a member of 3rd Platoon, Bounty Hunter Troop, 2-15th Cavalry, Copsetta learned the ins and outs of being a scout. 12/25/2024 03:00 AM

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In wake of Trump election, governor ramps up border strategy

Capital Highlights Gov. Greg Abbott said last week the state is initiating a billboard campaign across Central America and border cities in northern Mexico to discourage migrants from attempting to enter Texas, the Austin American-Statesman reported. 12/25/2024 03:00 AM

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Burnet Trail of Lights

. 12/25/2024 03:00 AM

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

Burnet High School

. 12/25/2024 03:00 AM

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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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