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Groundwater district settles excess production cases

Groundwater district settles excess production cases

Recently, the Central Texas Groundwater Conservation District board conducted show-cause hearings related to excess production recorded for three non-exempt permit holders. During the Aug. 09/11/2024 01:23 AM

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What’s in a name? Digging up the roots of September

Curiosity about where the word September came from caused a search on the computer. The word came from a Latin word, septem, which means seven. 09/11/2024 01:23 AM

Over two weekends in August, Burnet PD conducted training sessions that brought together BCISD Guardians, Burnet Police, Bertram Police, non-commissioned officers, and retirees who are maintaining their TCOLE licenses. Contributed photos

Burnet school district welcomes critical training

In the wake of the tragic Uvalde school shooting, Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training (ALERRT) has become a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)-mandated requirement for all officers every two years. 09/11/2024 01:23 AM

Education Foundation to launch fall campaign

Education Foundation to launch fall campaign

The Education Foundation Board of Directors is excited to announce the official kickoff of its annual campaign at the Burnet CISD Homecoming game on October 4, 2024. The event will mark the beginning of a significant initiative to fund innovative teaching grants and academic achievement for Burnet CISD schools. 09/11/2024 01:23 AM

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Dorothy Iwers “Kathy” King

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beautiful mother, Dorothy “Kathy” Kathleen King, on August 27, 2024 after a rapid decline in health. She was 75 when she went to heaven. A devoted mother, Mam-maw, sister, and friend, Kathy spent her life nurturing those she loved. She resided in the beautiful Texas Hill Country, where she found immense joy in being outside, often starting her days with a cup of coffee on her patio and ending with a glass of wine watching the sun set. 09/11/2024 01:23 AM

These Hill Country educators convened at Pedernales Electric Cooperative’s (PEC) Safety and Technical Training Center in Marble Falls July 24 to learn about and help promote linework as a potential career path for students interested in trade work. Contributed photo

PEC promotes lineworker careers at Educator Exploration Day

Special to Bulletin As teachers prepare to return to the classroom, Pedernales Electric Cooperative (PEC) hosted 11 educators, a group that included teachers, advisors and school counselors as well as welding and construction teachers from across Central Texas, July 24 at its Safety and Technical Training Center in Marble Falls. 08/14/2024 03:58 AM

‘The Angora Chronicles’ Volume One, by Bertram resident Ronnie Lewis, is available in local bookstores and libraries. Raymond V. Whelan/The Highlander

Author chronicles Burnet beauty seen through Angora eyes

A Burnet County resident with a passion for history puts a pen to his quest to remember days gone by. Ronnie Lewis, a retired independent contractor, is an author who shares and preserves accounts of local history. 08/14/2024 03:58 AM

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Honey Rock Ranch workshop planned

A workshop has been scheduled for Aug. 13 at 3 p.m. to discuss the budget and the proposed development of Honey Rock Ranch. Honey Rock Ranch is located off U.S. 281 adjacent to Delaware Springs golf course and community. 08/14/2024 03:58 AM

Burnet Police Chief Brian Lee chatted with one Burnet resident during the recent meeting at the Delaware Springs Golf Course. Photo by Raymond V. Whelan

Burnet chief warns against illegal golf cart rambles

Mamas, Papas, don’t let your babies drive golf carts, as Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson might have sung together. Really, it’s no joke. 08/14/2024 03:58 AM

Officials remedy ‘robocall attack’ against 9-1-1 system

Officials remedy ‘robocall attack’ against 9-1-1 system

A phone spam “attack” disrupted 9-1-1 dispatch in a four-county area for several hours on Aug. 4, prompting officials to redirect emergencies calls. 08/14/2024 03:58 AM

BHS Coach Quentin Rhoder watches over footwork drills during last week’s football camp at BHS. Around 150 kids participated in the event. Wayne Craig/Clear Memories

Summer break ends for BHS athletes

For the 2023-24 sports season each individual sport held their own sports awards program at the conclusion of their seasons. This gave coaches more control over celebrating their athletes and the seasons they produced. The sports awards program, normally held at the end of the school year, was replaced by these individual banquets. 08/14/2024 03:58 AM

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They say time flies when you are having fun and I’d have to say that has been the theme of our summer. We decided that travel and family would be a big part of it this year and we checked off those boxes. 08/14/2024 03:58 AM

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Charlie Anderson Suchomel

June 27, 2009 — August 1, 2024 It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Charlie Anderson Suchomel, who went to be with his Lord and Savior on August 1, 2024, in Bertram, Texas, at the tender age of 15. Charlie was a beloved young man, cherished by all who knew him, and his kind spirit touched the hearts of everyone he met. 08/14/2024 03:58 AM

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Violent (Violet) Boyd

May 12, 1932 — August 2, 2024 Violent (Violet) Boyd, 92, of Kingsland, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2024 after a brief illness. She was lovingly surrounded by her family at home. 08/14/2024 03:58 AM

Attendees browsed the vendors at the Women in Business event at Wagon Springs Wine Room.

Women in Business event offered networking and nostalgia

The Bertram and Burnet Chambers of Commerce hosted a lovely event this past Thursday. The Women in Business Mixer was held at the Wagon Springs Wine Room in Burnet. 08/14/2024 03:58 AM

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Planning can ease garden work in relentless summer

August in Central Texas can be a challenging time for gardeners. The summer heat is relentless, and it often feels like the sun is competing to see how much energy it can drain from every living thing. 08/14/2024 03:58 AM

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Staff raises on the horizon, student dress code set

I am thrilled to announce that we are able to give a 3% raise across the board to all our dedicated teachers and staff. This is particularly significant as many districts are facing more severe financial challenges than Burnet CISD. 08/14/2024 03:58 AM

Important election deadlines looming

Important election deadlines looming

As attention on politics builds for the Nov. 5, 2024 election, Burnet County Election Administration officials remind unregistered voters that Oct. 08/07/2024 03:04 AM

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Man charged in beating death

An 18-year-old Kingsland man faces a manslaughter charge after he was accused of beating another man to death at a residence. According to the Llano County Sheriff's office, the incident unfolded at 11:19 p.m. 07/31/2024 01:57 AM

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Irresistible music gets Bertram kids moving at the library

The Bertram Library was the site of a great musical adventure this past week with Mr. Symon of Hot Toast Music Company making an appearance to the delight of many youngsters. 07/24/2024 03:15 AM

Pictured here is a bumble bee on a Texas Sage which is also known as Texas Barometer Sage (Leucophyllum frutescens). Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

All the buzz about the birds and the bees and the bugs

Let’s talk about bumble bees - these tiny creatures are absolute rockstars when it comes to pollination. Unlike honeybees, bumble bees prefer smaller colonies and have a unique approach to pollination. 07/10/2024 02:27 AM

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