New Bertram water tank build underway
Construction of a new elevated water storage tank in Bertram is rapidly progressing, with large sections of the structure being erected throughout October.
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Spook-tacular Halloween events in the Highland Lakes
Highland Lakes communities are getting into the spirit of Halloween throughout October with festivals, pumpkin…
Groundwater district taps rock quarry permit as ‘contested matter’
Burnet County’s groundwater district has designated a permit for a proposed 715-acre rock quarry as a “contested matter,” setting the stage for further hearings and an independent review.
Marble Falls, Burnet marching bands advance to area contest
The Marble Falls and Burnet high school bands earned the highest ratings possible at the UIL Region Marching Contest last weekend, advancing them to the area contest at the end of the month.
Burnet rezones land for retail development on Texas 29
The city of Burnet recently changed the zoning of a parcel of land along Texas 29 from residential to commercial. The shift could create several new retail spaces and jobs.
Battle of Burnet County ends in Mustangs’ first victory in years
After four straight years of losses in one of the oldest high school football rivalries in Texas, the Marble Falls Mustangs secured a long-awaited victory at the Battle of Burnet County on Friday.
BIZ Brief: Burnet HTeaO nearly complete, opening expected next month
An HTeaO storefront in Burnet is wrapping up renovations after taking over a long-vacant Burger…
Home of the ‘hobo taco’ Junction Cafe to permanently close
After nearly a decade of operation in Bertram, and a much longer history in the…
Burnet completes first five closings in multimillion-dollar flood buyout program
Burnet has completed the first five property closings under a major, multimillion-dollar flood relief program,…
Burnet purchases new city vehicles, equipment
The city of Burnet recently bolstered its equipment fleet, authorizing several purchases of new heavy…
Galloway-Hammond concessions hub moving forward
A planned concession stand and seating hub at Galloway-Hammond Park in Burnet is one step closer to reality as city officials recently selected a contractor to spearhead the project. Learn more at DailyTrib.com
Burnet High School students to host community cake picnic
The Burnet High School chapter of the Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA)…
South tax office open while north annex closed for repairs
The Burnet County North Annex Tax Office will be temporarily closed through Friday, Oct. 16,…
Burnet County Sheriff’s Office to use temporary phone numbers this weekend
The Burnet County Sheriff’s Office will undergo building maintenance this weekend, leaving several of its…
Burnet County hazardous waste collection this Saturday
Burnet County’s next hazardous waste collection event is this weekend, providing residents the opportunity to…
Westside Park tree felled by lightning strike during storms
A large tree and popular photo spot at Westside Park in Marble Falls was struck…
Friday night football: Week 7 match-ups
Highland Lakes football action continues Friday, Oct. 9, for Week 7 of the 2026 season,…
National Night Out returns to the Highland Lakes
National Night Out is next week, connecting communities nationwide to the law enforcement agencies that…
Check your mailbox, the October issue of The Picayune Magazine is out now
The October issue of The Picayune Magazine is out now. Inside, read about a Llano…
2026 fall/winter 101 Fun Things to do in the Highland Lakes out now
The 2026 fall/winter edition of 101 Fun Things to do in the Highland Lakes is…
Highland Lakes school districts hosting canned food drives
The Marble Falls and Burnet Consolidated independent school districts are collecting canned and non-perishable goods…
Sharing the Harvest lands $25K matching grant
Sharing the Harvest could raise $50,000 or more for community programs and other needs after…
Tickets on sale for Highland Lakes Squadron Hangar Dinner and Dance
The Highland Lakes Squadron – Commemorative Air Force is hosting a hangar dinner and dance…
Bertram developing action plan for city-wide emergencies
The city of Bertram is developing an emergency action plan to safeguard residents from future…