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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

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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

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

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

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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

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

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

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

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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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

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

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Iva Dean Kirkland Buchhorn

Iva Dean Kirkland Buchhorn April 7, 1943 - May 6, 2025 Iva Dean Kirkland Buchhorn, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, after a long and courageous journey with Alzheimer’s disease. She was 82 years old. 05/21/2025 04:04 AM

Bill aims to require ‘credible’ proof of water for developers

Bill aims to require ‘credible’ proof of water for developers

If a state bill prevails, groundwater districts may have more power to halt development if they can show evidence of lack of water supply. Central Texas Groundwater Conservation District (CTGCD) heard a report May 20 about the progress on potential legislative activities in the 89th Legislative Session. 05/21/2025 04:04 AM

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From the cool crooners to library decor, much to cheer about

A ribbon cutting was held at the new Bertram Community Cupboard this past Tuesday. Board members, volunteers and Bertram citizens, and Bertram Chamber members gathered to celebrate this new non-profit that will focus on serving the underprivileged in the community. The Bertram Community Cupboard is open every Tuesday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at 112 Grange Street to distribute food items to those who need assistance. 05/21/2025 04:04 AM

Fran Jones, Briggs/Oakalla News

Honey is a sweet way to celebrate World Bee Day

Tuesday, May 20, was World Bee Day. The United Nations designated May 20 as World Bee Day. 05/21/2025 04:04 AM

Defeat of quarry bill does not end the fight

Defeat of quarry bill does not end the fight

Dear Editor; We are disappointed but not defeated about what happened in the State House last Thursday regarding HB 5151 co-sponsored by Rep. Terry Wilson and Rep. 05/21/2025 04:04 AM

Klein Stanley (Burnet 4-H) won the gold in his age division for air rifle (U15s), and the gold for the small-bore competition. Contributed Photo

4-H rifle team qualifies for Junior Olympics

“It was a golden spring for Burnet County 4-H Youth Rifle Team,” said coach Guy Taylor. The Burnet County 4-H Youth Precision Rifle Team once again has made the national stage for awards and excellence. 05/21/2025 04:04 AM

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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William Thomas Smith, Jr.

November 19, 1940 —May 4, 2025 William Thomas Smith, Jr. (aka W.T., “Wild Thing,” and Bill to some) was born November 19, 1940 to Opal and William Thomas Smith, Sr. 05/14/2025 03:57 AM

Fran Jones, Briggs & Oakalla News

Founding families honored on Oakalla Old Home Day

Oakalla Librarian Tricia Pratt invites everyone to learn about the history of Oakalla and its founding families. The library will be celebrating Oakalla’s Old Home Day on Saturday, May 17, with a wide variety of activities. 05/14/2025 03:57 AM

Desserts of all varieties were available at the plant and bake sale. Contributed/Betty Predmore

Spring is sweet in Bertram with flowers and treats

Bertram’s Prairie Flower Garden Club hosted its annual Plant & Bake Sale this past Friday at the Bertram Community Center. They had a great crowd of plant lovers who shopped the wide assortment of indoor and outdoor plants. 05/14/2025 03:57 AM

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