FROM STAFF REPORTS BURNET — While not as “glamorous” as the major party primaries or the November gubernatorial election, local municipal and school district elections affect residents’ daily lives from property taxes to zoning ordinances. (more…)
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Municipal and school district elections in Burnet, Llano counties
Posted on 20 April 2018.
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PEC District 1 incumbent not running, 3 candidates vying for spot
Posted on 09 April 2018.
FROM STAFF REPORTS JOHNSON CITY — As the candidate nomination process for the Pedernales Electric Cooperative board of directors deadline came to a close, the eligible list revealed that the incumbent from District 1 has chosen not to run for re-election. (more…)
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PEC accepting director nomination applications for Districts 1, 6, 7
Posted on 09 March 2018.
FROM STAFF REPORTS JOHNSON CITY — Pedernales Electric Cooperative is accepting board of director nominations for three positions, but interested individuals only have until 5 p.m. Friday, March 30, to submit applications. (more…)
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ELECTIONS: Two Burnet County races headed to runoff elections
Posted on 06 March 2018.
BURNET — The two contested Republican Primary races for Burnet County offices are headed to May 22 runoff. (more…)
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ELECTIONS: Llano County judge decided; one race goes to runoff
Posted on 06 March 2018.
LLANO — Llano County is getting a new county judge after Republican voters gave the GOP nomination to a challenger during the March 6 primary elections. And the primary season isn’t over as one race is headed to a runoff. (more…)
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OPINION: Solving the property tax paradox in Texas
Posted on 28 February 2018.
In the March 6 primaries, both the Republican and Democrat ballots have an item proposing planks that deal with education and education finance. Before we vote on these proposals, let’s reflect on the history of public school finance and explore the challenges our current system faces along with the proposed changes. (more…)
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Texas Republican and Democratic primaries voting guide 2018
Posted on 23 February 2018.
BURNET — The race is on for Texas Democratic and Republican primary candidates. Election Day is Tuesday, March 6. Voters in the primary elections can narrow the field for the November general election. This year, the governor, lieutenant governor, and U.S. Senate seats are on both tickets, but there are several Congressional, state, and local […]
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Early voting underway in Republican, Democratic primaries
Posted on 20 February 2018.
FROM STAFF REPORTS LLANO — Early voting in the primaries for the Republican and Democratic parties got underway Tuesday, Feb. 20, and continues through Friday, March 2. Election day for the primaries is Tuesday, March 6. (more…)
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School, city candidate filing deadline is Feb. 16
Posted on 15 February 2018.
FROM STAFF REPORTS MARBLE FALLS — The filing deadline to run for a seat on a city council or school board is 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 16. Early voting is April 23 -May 1. The election is May 5. (more…)
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Donna Holland Wilcox announces candidacy for PEC District 1 director
Posted on 09 February 2018.
STAFF WRITER CONNIE SWINNEY JOHNSON CITY — In a bid to unseat a longtime incumbent, Burnet County resident Donna Holland Wilcox announced she will run for the Pedernales Electric Cooperative’s Board of Directors District 1 seat. (more…)
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Burnet County elections showcase newcomers in three-way races
Posted on 31 January 2018.
FROM STAFF REPORTS BURNET — With primary election season gearing up, two Burnet County Republican races feature three-candidate matchups while the incumbents for both positions have bowed out. (more…)
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Series of forums presents Llano County GOP candidates to voters
Posted on 23 January 2018.
FROM STAFF REPORTS KINGSLAND — A series of community forums and candidate meetings will provide Llano County residents with a chance to get to know who’s running for election in the March 6 Republican primaries. (more…)
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PEC accepting nominations for director candidates in districts 1, 6, 7
Posted on 16 January 2018.
SPECIAL TO DAILYTRIB.COM JOHNSON CITY — Pedernales Electric Cooperative is accepting nominations from eligible candidates in districts 1, 6, and 7 who are interested in running for the cooperative’s board of directors. (more…)
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Interested in running for local office? Filing period approaching
Posted on 09 January 2018.
FROM STAFF REPORTS MARBLE FALLS — If you’re upset or concerned with the way your local city or school district is going then maybe it’s time to get off the sidelines and into the mix this year. Maybe you like how things are going generally but want a few tweaks. Either way, if you want […]
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Filing deadline is today statewide for primary candidates
Posted on 11 December 2017.
FROM STAFF REPORTS AUSTIN — The filing deadline is Monday, Dec. 11, for those seeking the Republican or Democratic party nominations for the spring 2018 primaries. Typically closer to the end of the day, Republican and Democratic party leaders expect an onslaught of filings as candidates assess potential challengers. (more…)
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Longtime resident, community servant Tom Stephens seeks Pct. 2 commissioner spot
Posted on 13 November 2017.
FROM STAFF REPORTS BURNET — With three times the signatures he needed to get a spot on the March primary ballot, fifth-generation Burnet County resident Tom Stephens officially filed Nov. 11 for the Republican nomination for Burnet County Precinct 2 commissioner. (more…)
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Burnet County Judge James Oakley seeking re-election
Posted on 09 November 2017.
FROM STAFF REPORTS BURNET — Burnet County Judge James Oakley has announced his intention to seek re-election for that spot. He is running for the Republican nomination for the Burnet County judge seat in the March 6, 2018, primary. (more…)
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LCRA official Ryan Rowney seeks Burnet County Precinct 2 commissioner spot
Posted on 09 November 2017.
FROM STAFF REPORTS BURNET — Ryan Rowney, a longtime local rancher and community leader, has announced he is seeking the Republican nomination for the Burnet County Precinct 2 commissioner seat. (more…)
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Emergency management expert Jeff Sellers running for Burnet County Precinct 3 JP spot
Posted on 08 November 2017.
FROM STAFF REPORTS MARBLE FALLS — With an extensive background in emergency management and a number of other specialties, Burnet County resident Jeff Sellers has announced his intention to seek the Republican nomination for the Burnet County Precinct 3 Justice of the Peace office. (more…)
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Linda Bayless seeks re-election as Burnet County Court-at-Law judge
Posted on 08 November 2017.
FROM STAFF REPORTS BURNET — After a busy first term working to streamline Burnet County Court-at-Law procedures and reduce the court’s criminal caseload, Judge Linda Bayless has announced she will seek re-election for the position. (more…)
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Incumbents re-elected in Horseshoe Bay City Council race
Posted on 08 November 2017.
FROM STAFF REPORTS HORSESHOE BAY — Voters overwhelmingly re-elected two incumbents to the Horseshoe Bay City Council, according to results of the Nov. 7 election from election officials in Llano and Burnet counties. (more…)
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Texans approve all 7 proposed constitutional amendments
Posted on 08 November 2017.
FROM STAFF REPORTS AUSTIN — Texas voters approved all seven proposed state constitutional amendments during the Nov. 7 election, according to results from the Texas Secretary of State’s Office. (more…)
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Granite Shoals voters reaffirm road bonds for improvements
Posted on 07 November 2017.
FROM STAFF REPORTS GRANITE SHOALS — On Election Day, Nov. 7, Granite Shoals voters gave the go-ahead for city leaders to issue $3 million in bonds for road improvements. (more…)
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Burnet businessman Damon Beierle files for Precinct 2 commissioner seat
Posted on 07 November 2017.
FROM STAFF REPORTS BURNET — Damon Beierle, a longtime community leader and Burnet businessman, has announced he will seek the Republican nomination for the Burnet County Precinct 2 commissioner seat. (more…)
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Election Day voters have until 7 p.m. to cast their ballots
Posted on 07 November 2017.
FROM STAFF REPORTS BURNET — Election Day voters still have until 7 p.m. today, Nov. 7, to cast their ballots. The ballot features seven proposed statewide amendments for the Texas Constitution as well as local items for Granite Shoals and Horseshoe Bay. Early voting numbers reflected a low turnout compared to the number of registered […]
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Early voting numbers ‘anemic’ in Burnet County
Posted on 02 November 2017.
STAFF WRITER CONNIE SWINNEY BURNET — Election officials have reported meager voter turnout during the two-week early voting period for seven proposed state constitutional amendments as well as a couple of local options on the ballot. (more…)
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