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A funnel cloud loomed over an area in Burnet County between Briggs and Liberty Hill May 1, bringing rain and wind damage. Contributed photo

Storm season rears its head in Burnet

Just as residents began picking up the pieces from a storm May 1, torrential rain swept through Burnet County May 5 and 6, dumping several inches onto the area. Despite the recent thunderstorm, the bulk of reported damage came from the early weather event, officials described. 05/07/2025 03:47 AM

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Quarry Feedback LCRA invites public feedback on a proposed aggregate processing plant and quarry near Inks Lake at a meeting for Tuesday, May 13. In addition to providing comments online or by mail, members of the public may share their comments in person between 8 and 11 a.m. 05/07/2025 03:47 AM

Khris Kassner’s hot bat helps the Bulldogs beat Lorena. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

Bulldogs come back to Lorena for bi-district title

The Burnet High School baseball team defeated Lorena 2-1 in a best-of-three bi-district series in the Class 4A Division II playoffs May 2-3. Next up is La Grange in a best-of-three area series in Hutto in the Class 4A Division II playoffs. 05/07/2025 03:47 AM

Roy Kiser leaves the boys basketball program “in great shape,” according to athletic director Steve Hale. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

Long-time coach set to retire, replacement tapped

Burnet Consolidated Independent School District announced a head coaching change for boys basketball. Long-time head coach Roy Kiser, who has spent more than two decades with the Bulldogs, is retiring. 05/07/2025 03:47 AM

Firefighters learned driver safety with UTVs and practiced for emergencies in partnership with Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX). Contributed photos

Burnet firefighters train for emergencies with UTVs

The Burnet Fire Department hosted a UTV Safety Training with TEEX for Emergency Response Readiness. The UTV driver safety course was in partnership with the Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX). 05/07/2025 03:47 AM

Victor Aviles soaks in the moment after winning the 1,600 meters at the Class 4A State Track Meet in Austin May 1 to cap off an incredible day that included a gold medal in the 800 meters and silver in the 3,200 meters. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

Bulldog runner fulfills goals, leaves a legacy

From the beginning of this year, Burnet High School senior middle-distance runner Victor Aviles’ goals were to win three Class 4A State Championships this spring. So when the meet happened May 1 at Mike Myers Stadium on the University at Austin campus, Aviles won two and finished the third race with a silver medal. 05/07/2025 03:47 AM

Visitors have an opportunity to participate in the upcoming Bird Classic event called the ‘Big Sit’ at at Inks Lake State Park May 10 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Contributed photos

Local birders to flock to the ‘Big Sit’

Friends of Inks Lake State Park (FOIL) and the Highland Lakes Chapter of the Texas Master Naturalists participated in the Birding Classic May 3 at the Wildlife Viewing Station (bird blind) at Inks Lake State Park. 05/07/2025 03:47 AM

Water zone committee to meet Thursday, May 22

Water zone committee to meet Thursday, May 22

Recently, the Central Texas Groundwater Conservation District (CTGCD) hired water law attorney Sarah Faust to facilitate special volunteer committee meetings to deliberate the potential establishment of a Northeast Burnet County Groundwater Management Zone. 05/07/2025 03:47 AM

Kathy and Alan Trevino, owner of event title sponsor Sentry Security & Investigations, were charmed by Scotty on April 26 at the Wags to Riches, which raised money for the Hill Country Humane Society. Find more photos on Page 14.

Wags to riches raises $170K, saves animals

The Hill Country Humane Society hosted its 2025 Wags to Riches Gala on Saturday night, April 26, welcoming more than 400 guests for an evening of inspiration, community, and fun – all in support of local animals in need. 04/30/2025 03:40 AM

Drought restrictions stuck at Stage 4

Drought restrictions stuck at Stage 4

The Central Texas Groundwater Conservation District (CTGCD) board decided to maintain Stage 4 critical drought restrictions. “Obviously, because of the lack of rain fall,” CTGCD District Manager Mitchell Sodek told the board during the April 21 meeting. 04/30/2025 03:40 AM

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BCRW announce upcoming awards meeting

Tom Maynard, Texas State Board of Education, District 10, will be speaking on May 8 to recognize Scholarship Recipients during the Special Awards meeting of the Burnet County Republican Women (BCRW). Every year, after careful selection, BCRW presents three scholarships. 04/30/2025 03:40 AM

Those who traveled together to the hearing included, from left, Randy Printz, David Owens, John Braun, Doug Golding, Kenda Avery, Sherrye McAnelly, Alan Mc Anelly, Rachel George, Jay George, Kristin Meredith and Heidi Meredith.

Local mining opponents go to the Capitol for hearing

Nearly two dozen Burnet County residents traveled to Austin April 24 to testify before the Texas Committee on Environmental Regulations in support of a quarry regulation bill. The hearing was scheduled to start at 10:30 a.m. 04/30/2025 03:40 AM

Property tax deadlines looming

Property tax deadlines looming

From extensions to protests, deadlines are approaching for the Burnet Central Appraisal District. Property owners should have received their property tax notices within the last couple of weeks. 04/30/2025 03:40 AM

Photos contributed by the City of Burnet A nearly $5 million grant supported the construction of the new center, 1001 N. Hill St.

City hosts grand opening of advocacy center facility

The Hill Country Advocacy Center (HCCAC) recently hosted the official grand opening of its new facility in Burnet, joined by city leaders, stakeholders, dedicated volunteers, CAC board members and HCCAC staff. This milestone marks a major step forward in serving children and families affected by trauma throughout our region. 04/30/2025 03:40 AM

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Water, air quality concerns dominate hearing

Nearly two dozen Burnet County residents traveled to the Texas Capitol April 24 to offer insight to a committee about the impact of aggregate mining on their communities. Texas Environmental Regulation Committee Chairman Brooke Landgraf welcomed State Rep. 04/30/2025 03:40 AM

Thousands of acres of pristine land in northwest Burnet County will be developed by TPWD into park land across the river from Colorado Bend State Park. File photo

Local brokers close new state park land deal

Local environmental preservation supporters may be pleased to hear some good news. Recent negotiations between the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) and Texas Branch Brokers, based in Burnet, have settled on the purchase of more than 1,000 acres of pristine land near Burnet and Lampasas counties, as part of an ongoing TPWD plan to manage additional space near Colorado Bend State Park. 04/30/2025 03:40 AM

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Good news for Burnet’s finances in annual report

David Vaughn City Manager At its April 22 meeting, the Burnet City Council reviewed the city’s financial report for the fiscal year-to-date ending March 31, and the news is good. The city’s financial position remains strong, with most funds performing at or above budget expectations. 04/30/2025 03:40 AM

Senior Carolyn Everett puts the ball in play to force Gatesville into a quick decision. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

Tourney against Gatesville tests Lady Dawgs softball team

The Lady Dawgs showed their hearts and tenacity in a recent series against Gatesville. The Burnet High School softball team lost to Gatesville 2-1 in a best-of-three Class 4A Division I bi-district series April 24-25. 04/30/2025 03:40 AM

Contributed Photo Ready to welcome customers, Bubba’s Barn moved from Lampasas to Loop 308 in Briggs.

‘Bubba’ breathes new life into feed store building

Those people driving on Loop 308 in Briggs this past weekend probably noticed that a new business has just opened up – Bubba’s Barn. It is located in the former Firehouse Feeds building. 04/30/2025 03:40 AM

Burnet County resident Randy Printz, who has property on FM 3509 near a planned quarry, has installed a number of monitors around Burnet County to gather data about aggregate industry’s impact on air quality. Connie Swinney/Bulletin

Grassroots group sets up air monitoring devices

Members of a mining watchdog group have taken air quality matters into their own hands. Randy Printz of saveburnet. 04/30/2025 03:40 AM

Western Fidelity featured Songs About Wine at the Globe Theatre. Contributed photos/Betty Predmore

Town of Bertram’s lively festival features art and wine

Bits of Bertram It was “all things art, herb and wine” this past weekend in Bertram as the Bertram Chamber hosted the annual Bertram Art, Herb & Wine Festival. The downtown streets were lined with artisan and craft food vendors. 04/30/2025 03:40 AM

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