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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
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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
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
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
Above, the program honors seniors Cydney Robison (left), Faith Green, Presley Crawford, Emma Pelky, Bri Barrios and Cora Everett for all they’ve done for Burnet softball. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography
Softball team chalks up win, loss at season’s end
The Lady Dawgs beat Taylor but suffered a defeat to Lampasas to end their regular season. The Burnet High School softball team lost to Lampasas 10-7 April 17 in the District 24-4A regular season finale. 04/23/2025 03:34 AM
Sophomore Hays Bennett represented the Burnet community at the Class 4A Region III tournament. Photos by Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography
Golfers show their talents region tournament
Two Burnet High School golfers competed at the Class 4A Region III tournament at Bearkat Golf Course in Huntsville. 04/23/2025 03:34 AM
Head coach Russell Houston (left) will honor senior shortstop Noah Crawford and the rest of his class before the final home game of the regular season Tuesday, April 22, against Georgetown Gateway. Jennifer Fierro/ TexasChalkTalk.com
Baseball team preps for Georgetown this week
Bulldogs had the chance to re-energize during the bye week. The Burnet High School baseball team returns to District 24-4A play after enjoying that time away from competitive play. 04/23/2025 03:34 AM
Ball in hand and perched atop her donkey, McKenzie Evans sized up the play during Donkey Basketball on April 17 at Burnet Middle School, supporting Project Graduation 2025. Martelle Luedecke/ Luedecke Photography
Donkey Basketball raises funds for Project Graduation
Ball in hand and perched atop her donkey, McKenzie Evans sized up the play during Donkey Basketball on April 17 at Burnet Middle School, supporting Project Graduation 2025. 04/23/2025 03:34 AM
Another 2024 Teacher Spotlight award winner was Valerie Ullmann, standing between Brent Neal and Cindy Cox, both assistant principals at Burnet CISD. Contributed photos
PEC seeks teacher Spotlight Award nominations
Pedernales Electric Cooperative is searching for teachers who go above and beyond to support their students in and out of the classroom. The cooperative is launching its spring round of Teacher Spotlight Awards to celebrate topnotch educators for their hard work and dedication. 04/23/2025 03:34 AM
Lady Dawg Halle Maxwell and a Bertram Little League player high fived Coach Ali Tippie at Burnet High School senior softball night April 15. Find more photos on Page 7. Martelle Ludecke/Luedecke Photography
Softball Senior Night
Lady Dawg Halle Maxwell and a Bertram Little League player high fived Coach Ali Tippie at Burnet High School senior softball night April 15. Find more photos on Page 7. 04/23/2025 03:34 AM
County talks personnel changes; grant protocols
County talks personnel changes; grant protocols
The Burnet County Commissioners met April 22 to handle issues ranging from personnel updates to federal grant mandates. Commissioners approved matching funds “as required” on future Burnet County applications for U.S. 04/23/2025 03:34 AM
This enthusiastic crowd showed up April 17 to help Lee Reissig cut the ribbon on his new place, Flee’s Antique Market, located at 500 Buchanan Dr. in Burnet. Contributed photos
Thirsty Penguin, Flee’s Antiques enjoy enthusiastic support
Burnet Chamber of Commerce The Burnet chamber is proud to recognize the Thirsty Penguin as the Member of the Month. It is located at 700 Water St., in Burnet. 04/23/2025 03:34 AM
Lake Area Rods and Classics hosted their annual car show in Hamilton Creek Park for the Bluebonnet Festival.
More Bluebonnet Festival Fun!
Lake Area Rods and Classics hosted their annual car show in Hamilton Creek Park for the Bluebonnet Festival. 04/23/2025 03:34 AM
Waste Collection Event for the spring is scheduled for Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 2411 FM 963 (2 miles east of U.S. 281) outside of the city of Burnet.
County waste collection event, April 26
The Burnet County BOPATE (batteries, oil, paint, antifreeze, tires, electronics) Waste Collection Event for the spring is scheduled for Saturday, April 26, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 2411 FM 963 (2 miles east of U.S. 281) outside of the city of Burnet. 04/23/2025 03:34 AM
Locals garner support for quarry hearing, April 24
Locals garner support for quarry hearing, April 24
A second aggregate operation control bill could gain traction in a state committee hearing this week. Texas House Bill 5151, sponsored by State Rep. 04/23/2025 03:34 AM    1
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Fire department reports many miles, much work, new equipment
City of Burnet City Manager At the April 8 city council meeting, Chief Mark Ingram presented the Burnet Fire Department’s 2024 Annual Report. This report highlights how hard our firefighters and medics work every day to keep our community safe. 04/23/2025 03:34 AM
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County auditor leaves for job in Tyler
Burnet County has posted help wanted signs for two key openings now within its electronic window. During the April 22 meeting, the Burnet County Commissioners Court announced they’re trying to fill positions for county auditor and court administrative director. 04/23/2025 03:34 AM
Early voting underway in city elections
Early voting underway in city elections
The city of Burnet will hold a general election May 3 for one mayor and three council members. Early voting began April 22. 04/23/2025 03:34 AM
Statistics show success of this year’s Bluebonnet Festival
Statistics show success of this year’s Bluebonnet Festival
The city manager reports that the Bluebonnet Festival drew significant attendance over the four-day period. Foot traffic patterns, visitor demographics, and behavioral insights were tracked through location analytics technology to provide actionable data for planning and marketing. The key findings include: 04/23/2025 03:34 AM
With a triumphant celebration, Victor Aviles capped off his triple crown victory at the Region 3-4A track and field meet April 19 at Bullard High School, claiming his third gold medal with a time of 4:20.31 in the 1600m. Find the story on Page 10. Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography
Top tracksters earn chance at state competition
With a triumphant celebration, Victor Aviles capped off his triple crown victory at the Region 3-4A track and field meet April 19 at Bullard High School, claiming his third gold medal with a time of 4:20.31 in the 1600m. 04/23/2025 03:34 AM
Fueled by cheers from Kelsey Werner, Marcus Pimentel rode his donkey across the finish line during Donkey Basketball on April 17 at Burnet Middle School, an event supporting Project Graduation 2025. Allison Morrow/ Luedecke Photography
Project Graduation Donkey Basketball a win for seniors
Fueled by cheers from Kelsey Werner, Marcus Pimentel rode his donkey across the finish line during Donkey Basketball on April 17 at Burnet Middle School, an event supporting Project Graduation 2025. 04/23/2025 03:34 AM
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