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Victor Aviles (center) signs to run for Rice University as his family Valeria (left), Victorino, Anthony and Felis Aviles-Salgado look on. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

BHS runner signs with Rice University

Burnet High School senior middle-distance runner Victor Aviles made his commitment to Rice University official May 19 by signing to run for the Owls. Middle-distance coach Crystal Shipley summed up what Rice is getting in Aviles. 05/21/2025 04:04 AM

Doug Messer is leaving the Burnet Consolidated Independent School District now that daughter Jaylee is about to graduate. Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

Girls hoops coach’s leave comes down to family

Burnet Consolidated Independent School District girls basketball and golf head coach Doug Messer resigned May 8 to become an assistant coach on the girls basketball and track and field staffs at Lampasas High School. 05/21/2025 04:04 AM

From left; Eleonora Picogna, Madison Willis, Mia Elias, Caroline Lunsford, Brogan Fox, and Jersey Menchaca smiled for the camera May 9 after the annual Burnet High School Powder Puff game.

Seniors take victory in annual Powder Puff game

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McKenzie Evans, pictured with Shelly Townsend, was recognized for earning State Champion Diversified Livestock Production Proficiency and Reserve National Champion Diversified Livestock Production Proficiency.

BCISD school board applauds student achievement

During the BCISD school board meeting May 19 held at the main office, students were recognized for academic, state and national achievements. The University Interscholastic League (UIL) Social Studies, Spelling & Vocabulary, Science, and Current Issues & Events teams were unable to attend the recognition ceremony since they are participating in Austin May 20 in the UIL State competitions. 05/21/2025 04:04 AM

Pictured is Steve and Lana Hale. Steve Hale is leaving BCISD for Trinity Christian Academy in Willow Park where he will serve as defensive coordinator. Contributed photo

BCISD AD resigns ‘to get to coach again’

After one year as the Burnet Consolidated Independent School District athletic director and safety officer, Steve Hale resigned. He announced his resignation in early May, calling the reason why “the right opportunity that came up.” He is joining the Trinity Christian Academy in Willow Park as the football program’s defensive coordinator, the athletic department’s powerlifting coach and track coach. 05/21/2025 04:04 AM

Burnet defensive end Noah Billock meets Kerrville Tivy running back Domynik Vasques at the line and pushes him back. Photos by Jennifer Fierro/TexasChalkTalk.com

Bulldogs prove they’re all-stars leading the East to victory

The Burnet Bulldogs exceeded what a player chosen to play in the first Hill Country Coaches Association all-star football game is supposed to do. The contest was played May 17 at Texan Stadium in Wimberley. 05/21/2025 04:04 AM

Technicality drowns bill against quarry permits

Technicality drowns bill against quarry permits

Recently, one critical bill proposed to impose new regulations in Burnet County related to permits for facilities that produce or crush aggregate failed to pass parliamentary muster. During the ongoing-Texas Legislature 89th regular session, state representatives Terry Wilson (HD- 20), John Bryant (HD-114), Ellen Troxclair (HD-19) filed House Bill 5151 to regulate rock pits and quarries – specificially around two state parks and a children’s camp on Lake LBJ. 05/21/2025 04:04 AM

Dancers at the dress rehearsal included, from left, Sophia Burns, Lily Carpenter, Charlaya Willie, Grace Carpenter, Sarena Wathen, Macie Porterfield, Kate Looney and Sophia Carmack. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

Dancers at the dress rehearsal included

. 05/21/2025 04:04 AM

Texas State Rep. Ellen Troxclair (HD-19), on the left, is pictured with Riley Gaines following the passage of HB 229. Gaines is a former collegiate swimmer from the University of Kentucky, who fights to keep biological males from competing in women’s

Local lawmaker’s Women’s Bill of Rights clears House

“The message of this bill is clear: ‘Don’t mess with Texas women’,” says Texas State Rep. Ellen Troxclair (HD-19). 05/21/2025 04:04 AM

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Council discusses strategic priorities, opposes rail line

The May 13 meeting of the Burnet City Council began with the council canvassing and certifying the results of the May 3 General Election. Gary Wideman was re-elected as mayor, while Ricky Langley, Joyce Laudenschlager, and Tres Clinton were all re-elected to serve as council members. All were sworn in to begin their new two-year terms. 05/21/2025 04:04 AM

Public meeting set on US 281 pedestrian bridge

Public meeting set on US 281 pedestrian bridge

The City of Burnet will host a public input meeting to share and gather information about the proposed new pedestrian bridge over N. U.S. 05/21/2025 04:04 AM

Burnet County Rodeo Royalty 2024 and 2025 courts posed for a group photo (from left, back row) Katelyn White, Payton Brandt, Tess Murders, Harley Brady (from left, front row) Emery Spratlen, Addison Steele, Aria Parks, Ally Brandt and Baylee Steele May 10 at the Burnet County Rodeo Arena....

Burnet County Rodeo Royalty 2024

Burnet County Rodeo Royalty 2024 and 2025 courts posed for a group photo (from left, back row) Katelyn White, Payton Brandt, Tess Murders, Harley Brady (from left, front row) Emery Spratlen, Addison Steele, Aria Parks, Ally Brandt and Baylee Steele May 10 at the Burnet County Rodeo Arena. 05/14/2025 03:57 AM

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Leslie Autumn Baker

May 26, 1981 —May 4, 2025 Leslie Autumn Baker was born on May 26,1981 at 4:25 am and she went to be with the Lord on May 4, 2025 at 1:57 pm. She’s survived by her son, Rowdy Baker, her parents Johnny and Denise Gray, sisters Spring and husband Robert Price, sister Hope Clontz and brother Jonathon Gray and wife Melanie along with five nieces and two nephews and numerous other family members. 05/14/2025 03:57 AM

Roy Kiser has devoted more than 20 years to the Burnet Consolidated Independent School District as a basketball, golf and cross country head coach.

Several Burnet head coaches are moving on

A number of Burnet Consolidated Independent School District coaches have resigned to pursue other opportunities. For some, it’s a new position at another school district. 05/14/2025 03:57 AM

Burnet High School was well represented at the Class 4A Region III tournament by assistant coach Tanner Wells (left), Aly Van Zandt, Alex Burns, Callen Smith, alternate Nick Dietrich and head coach Brandon Cunningham. Contributed photos

Netters show Bulldog fight at regionals

Tennis season ended for three Burnet High School players at the Class 4A Region III tournament May 7-8 at Bryan. They are Aly Van Zandt in girls singles and the mixed doubles team of Alex Burns and Callen Smith. 05/14/2025 03:57 AM

Burnet High School sophomores from left (back row) Scott Edwards, Bowen Raiford, Austin Moore, Benjamin Aguillon, Hays Bennett (front row) Savannah Griffin, Micha Schlosser, Aubrey Dean, and Ava Alexander were honored May 7 at the Breakfast of Champions. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedeck...

Bulldogs’ Breakfast of Champions

Burnet High School sophomores from left (back row) Scott Edwards, Bowen Raiford, Austin Moore, Benjamin Aguillon, Hays Bennett (front row) Savannah Griffin, Micha Schlosser, Aubrey Dean, and Ava Alexander were honored May 7 at the Breakfast of Champions. 05/14/2025 03:57 AM

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Joyce Maxine Gatlin

February 2, 1932 —April 29, 2025 She is survived by her brother, Ronald “Butch” Sayers, and his wife Janice, as well as her three children: Madeline Jordan Lewis (Ronnie) of Bertram, David Jordan (Sue) of Round Mountain, and Shirley Jordan Benavides (Felipe) of Littleton, Colorado. Maxine leaves behind a remarkable legacy of love, including 11 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, and 9 great-great-grandchildren. 05/14/2025 03:57 AM

Pitcher Matthew Valdez shows control and strength on the mound. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

Bulldogs tested in many ways against La Grange

The Burnet High School baseball team lost to La Grange 2-1 in a best-of-three area series in the Class 4A Division II playoffs. The series was played May 9-10 in Hutto. 05/14/2025 03:57 AM

Johnny Charron will play football for the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor after signing with the Crusaders while parents John (left) and Ivette and little brother Luke (standing) look on. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke

Outstanding athletes sign to play college sports

Four Burnet High School seniors signed to compete on the collegiate level May 6. They are football player Johnny Charron basketball player Sierra Schaefer and swimmers Levi Kleen and Caroline Lunsford. 05/14/2025 03:57 AM

Burnet senior receiver Marcus Pimentel (11) will represent the community at the first Hill Country Coaches Association all-star game Saturday, May 17, in Wimberley. Photo by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

Bulldogs to suit up at all-star game

Several Burnet High School seniors will represent the community at the inaugural Hill Country Coaches Association all-star game at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 17, at Texan Stadium in Wimberley. 05/14/2025 03:57 AM

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Guild Scholarships The Highland Lakes Quilt Guild (HLQG) is accepting scholarships applications from adult women wishing to continue their degree or certification in their chosen field. These scholarships are not open to high school seniors. 05/14/2025 03:57 AM

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