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In the top of the seventh Macke Calhoun applies the tag to a Mustang base runner attempting to steal to record out number two in the inning. Photos by Wayne Craig/Clear Memories

Baseball suffers district losses to Mustangs

The Bulldog baseball team opened district with a series versus Marble Falls. On Tuesday they traveled to face the Mustangs and fell short after allowing seven runs in the bottom of the second inning. Burnet didn’t post any runs until the top of the sixth and by that time Marble Falls had taken a 9-0 lead. 03/19/2025 02:57 AM

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Airport improvements enhance site

During the Burnet City Council meeting, the Burnet Municipal Airport presented its quarterly report, highlighting upcoming pavement maintenance, infrastructure enhancements and a status update on new hangar construction. 03/19/2025 02:57 AM

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Hummingbirds arrive on the scene

A hummingbird perched on a feeder ushers in the season for these colorful birds. Find more on Page 4. Contributed/ Sue Kersey 03/19/2025 02:57 AM

While placing his ball on the green Hays Bennett gets down to study the lie. Bennett finished the hole with a birdie and shot a team best 84. Photos by Wayne Craig/Clear Memories

Golfers host 20 annual Colin Clark Invitational

Last week the Burnet golf teams hosted the annual Colin Clark Invitational. This marked the 20 year for the event honoring Colin Clark, a former Bulldog golfer who was tragically killed in an auto accident in 2005. Burnet entered four for the Lady Dawgs, who played on Wednesday, and seven Bulldogs whose rounds were held on Thursday. 03/19/2025 02:57 AM

Used motor oil, oil filters and antifreeze are among items residents can bring to the BOPATE event April 26. File photo

County sets date for BOPATE waste collection

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. 03/19/2025 02:57 AM

JV Lady Bulldog, Lillian Barnard sends a corner kick to a teammate during district play on Tuesday. Burnet’s JV defeated Lago Vista 5-1 and earned an undefeated district championships last week.

Burnet High soccer program posts successes

The Burnet Lady Dawg soccer team wrapped up district play last Friday with a road win at Austin LBJ. The victory moved Burnet’s overall record to 20-21, and 17-0-1 in district. They earned their thirdstraight district championship and are looking forward to playing Fredericksburg in the Bi-District round of the state playoffs. 03/19/2025 02:57 AM

Varsity Lady Bulldog, Kalora Mcdonnell swiftly moves around the track in her anchor leg position for the 800 meter relay team. Photos by Wayne Craig/Clear Memories

Top finishes for Lady Dawg track at host meet

Burnet’s track program hosted the Bulldog Relays on Thursday and both teams did extremely well. The varsity division was won by Salado with 223 points, followed by Burnet, 106.5 in second; West, 99.50 in third; Gateway, 55 in fourth; and China Spring rounded out the top five with 40 points. The Lady Dawg JV team won their division with 198 points, followed by Salado, second, 158; China Spring, third, 65; Marble Falls, fourth, 64; and Gateway, fifth, 11. 03/19/2025 02:57 AM

Senior basketball standout Sydney Lough was recently named to the 4A Region III All Region team for her efforts in 2024-25. Photos by Wayne Craig/Clear Memories

Lough received prestigious award

If you are at all familiar with the Lady Bulldog basketball program it’s no doubt that you know the name Sydney Lough. The senior standout point guard for the Lady Dawgs has been making a name for herself over the past several years with her mix of aggressive and smooth play on the basketball court. 03/19/2025 02:57 AM 1

Varsity Bulldog, Braxton Ringstaff, sprints past some competitors in the boys’ 100 meter dash. Ringstaff took fourth place overall earning four points for his team.

Silver finishes for Bulldog track teams

The Burnet boys track teams hosted their annual meet on Thursday of last week and both squads captured silver as a team. The varsity division was won by Salado, 161, followed by Burnet, second, 144; West, third, 108; Marble Falls, fourth, 71; Gateway, fifth, 66; and China Spring, sixth, 56. 03/19/2025 02:57 AM

Tim Denton wished Vonnie Riddell Fox a happy birthday last August 29 in Burnet at the Old Historic Jail.

Vonnie Fox still smiles on all Burnet County

Many people fortunate to meet her called her Vonnie, pronounced “Voh-nee” just in case some of y’all don’t know. “Mrs. 03/19/2025 02:57 AM

Burnet was well represented at Friday’s 4A Division I State Powerlifting Championships at Bert Ogden Arena located in Edinburg. Pictured above, left to right, Josie Teague, Lily Rygaard, and Madeline Cardenas who all competed at the event.

Three Lady Dawgs powerlifters lift at State

Last week three Lady Dawg lifters traveled to Edinburg to compete in the 4A Division I State Women’s Powerlifting Championships. The three lifters including, Josie Teague, Lily Rygaard, and Madeline Cardenas took their seasons as far as they could go ending their 2025 campaigns on the state stage. 03/19/2025 02:57 AM

From providing fitness programs to youth sports, summer camps, and community outreach, the YMCA is a vital part of our community. Contributed/Burnet Chamber of Commerce

Chamber’s February member of the month

The Burnet Chamber of Commerce honors its members for growing our community and providing excellent service. Congratulations to the team at YMCA of the Highland Lakes, which has been named our February Member of the Month. 03/19/2025 02:57 AM

Burnet County Judge Bryan Wilson presided over his first meeting since being appointed. He is pictured here after that meeting March 17 at the Burnet County Courthouse. Raymond V. Whelan/Bulletin

County commissioners approve new voting devices

Since more than two months ago, the Burnet County Commissioners Court convened with five members present for a special meeting Monday, March 17. County Judge Bryan Wilson presided over the court, which also included Pct. 03/19/2025 02:57 AM

Community to celebrate Donald Fawcett Day

Community to celebrate Donald Fawcett Day

The Burnet City Council issued a proclamation honoring Donald Fawcett with a Day of Service and Fish Fry on Saturday, March 29, 2025, as Donald Fawcett Day of Service in recognition of his lifelong contributions to Burnet. 03/19/2025 02:57 AM

Desiree Lavigne introduced Dancer, a Great Horned Owl to an attentive crowd. She has been rehabbing and training raptors for 12 years. Contributed photos

HLBWS features live raptors at next meeting

Coming soon to Burnet – a live raptor presentation. Join the Highland Lakes Birding and Wildflower Society Thursday, April 3, for an engaging presentation featuring live raptors led by dedicated wildlife rehabilitators. 03/19/2025 02:57 AM

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Air of Patriotisim

At the Bluebonnet Air Show March 16, John Schwartz posed with proud little patriot Theodore Larson. Find more photos on Pages 14 & 16. 03/19/2025 02:57 AM

Bryan Wilson was selected March 11 to be the new Burnet County judge. Photos by Connie Swinney/Bulletin

Commissioners make county judge selection

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Suspected measles case prompts alert

Suspected measles case prompts alert

Burnet County officials are cautioning the community about a possible measles infection in the community. “There is a measles outbreak in the state, and Burnet County has one possible case that we’re currently testing,” said Burnet County Health Authority Dr. 03/05/2025 01:39 AM

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Law enforcement stats offer insight into patrols

David Vaughn City Manager At the Feb. 2 Burnet City Council meeting, Police Chief Brian Lee presented the department’s 2024 Traffic Stop Report, outlining the department’s compliance with state-mandated data collection on traffic stops. 03/05/2025 01:39 AM

Despite water restrictions, TCEQ grants permit

Despite water restrictions, TCEQ grants permit

Dear Editor We were surprised to read in the article “Groundwater district extends restrictions“ in your newspaper that the Texas Committee on Environmental Quality had approved the petition of Asphalt, Inc. of Austin Texas asking to create a rock crushing operation near Hoover Valley Park Road 4 and RR 3509 in Burnet County. I take this to mean that they found that the company would not release pollutions (dust) into the atmosphere surrounding the property and so not reduce the quality of the air in this corner of the county. 03/05/2025 01:39 AM

Burnet CISD Superintendent Aaron Pena highlighted the achievements of Elizabeth Claire Stires, the 2025 Burnet CISD Educator of the Year, when receiving her award from Mark Kincaid. Find more photos on Page 14.

Chamber honors Burnet businesses, educators, volunteers

On March 1st, the Burnet Chamber of Commerce held its 70th annual Awards Banquet at the Burnet Community Center, celebrating outstanding individuals and businesses that contribute to the community. BCISD Recognitions A highlight of the evening was the recognition of exceptional educators from the Burnet Consolidated Independent School District (BCISD). 03/05/2025 01:39 AM

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