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The City of Burnet gave a big nod to 'Spirit, Pride, and Honor' - the motto of Burnet CISD - with the recent installation of an oversized topiary Burnet Bulldog on the Burnet County Courthouse historic square. Contributed/City of Burnet

Topiary installation promotes Burnet school district pride

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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

Work is coming along as the airport hangar at Burnet Municipal Airport is almost complete. Contributed photos

Work on hangar continues after bad weather delays

The new hangar at the Burnet Municipal Airport is now 90% complete. After delays from wind and rain, work is back on track. 05/14/2025 03:57 AM

May 10 at the Burnet County Rodeo, Cameron Poteet rolled clear of Ok Breakdown’s hooves during the bronc riding events. Find more photos on Page 12 and 14. Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

May 10 at the Burnet County Rodeo, Cameron Poteet rolled clear of Ok Breakdown’s hooves during the bronc riding events. 05/14/2025 03:57 AM

Burnet County Judge Bryan Wilson, pictured here reciting a resolution to oppose a rock quarry, presided over the May 13 commissioners court meeting. Raymond V. Whelan/Bulletin

Commissioners reject quarry operation with resolution

Burnet County commissioners May 13 approved a resolution to oppose the quarry development permit application Asphalt Inc. presented recently to the Lower Colorado River Authority. 05/14/2025 03:57 AM

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Burnet to receive grant for a Hwy 281 pedestrian bridge

I want to highlight for our residents an important project coming to Burnet. Pedestrian Bridge Thanks to the support of U.S. 05/14/2025 03:57 AM

From left, Burnet Chamber Executive Director Allison McKee, Juan Medina, ‘Pikachu’, owners Mandy and Blake Lowry, David Ramon, Dale Nuttall and Gloria Flores helped re-open the Itsy-Bit Arcade May 8 at its new location on Burnet square,124 S Main St. Contributed photos

Business Spotlight - Itsy Bit Arcade makes a move

Itsy Bit Arcade is packed with retro games, family-friendly fun, a snack bar, and refreshing sips to keep you going. 05/14/2025 03:57 AM

An investigation by an out-of-county attorney found that Burnet County Precinct 2 Commissioner Damon Beierle did not violate the law in documenting vote abstentions. File photo

Probe clears commissioner of conflict of interest

An investigation has cleared a Burnet County commissioner of failure to properly document conflict of interest reports in vote abstentions. San Saba Assistant County Attorney Russ Baker recently exonerated Burnet County Precinct 2 Commissioner Damon Beierle from allegations he may have violated local government conflict of interest laws during his ser- vice on the court last year. 05/14/2025 03:57 AM

Luke Rothermel, of the National Qualifying Burnet FFA BBQ team, participated in the Texas High School BBQ State Championship May 3 at Burnet High School. Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography

State HS BBQ competition a savory deal for participants

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Lower Colorado River Authority Water Quality Supervisor Kelly Vinson prepares to receive local comments related to the proposed rock quarry near Hoover Valley Road.

LCRA holds public meeting on proposed quarry

Lower Colorado River Authority officials in Burnet recently recorded public comments related to the proposed quarry on more than 700 acres near Hoover Valley Road and Inks Lake. About 40 locals appeared for the meeting around 8 a.m. 05/14/2025 03:57 AM

File photo Freedom Feast features silent and live auctions for firearms and merchandise as well as brisket, pork, sausage and more.

Freedom Feast to benefit recovery house

For the eighth year, His Joshua House will host its annual Freedom Feast Dinner and Auction June 21, from 4 p.m to 7 p.m. at the First Baptist Church, at a new location, 3435 RR 1431 W. 05/14/2025 03:57 AM

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BE FAST: Understand the signs and symptoms of stroke

According to theAmerican Stroke Association, stroke is the fifth cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the United States. One in four people will experience a stroke in their lifetime. 05/14/2025 03:57 AM

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