Government Meetings: For the week of Oct. 26, 2026
Agendas for Highland Lakes governments are posted 72 hours before a meeting so are not…
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Mustang Nation – Before the Lights Episode 8: “Battle Tested”
Tune in to Episode 8 of DailyTrib’s 2026 series, “Mustang Nation – Before the Lights,” to hear what players and coaches have to say about their win at the Battle of Burnet County and the road ahead.
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.
Marble Falls approves guidelines for potential City Hall partnership
Marble Falls recently approved guidelines to explore a private partnership for a permanent City Hall. Learn more at DailyTrib.com.
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.
Cottonwood Shores plans 2027 improvements
Cottonwood Shores plans for capital improvements in 2027, including street repairs, drainage work, water upgrades, and park improvements. Get details at DailyTrib.com.
Window on the Highland Lakes: Marble Falls loves music and musicians
Gary P. Nunn spoke at a FiestaJAM event on Oct. 20 in Lakeside Park. The…
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.
Granite Shoals Airport Open House Oct. 24
Highland Lakes residents can explore private aircraft, emergency response equipment, and recent airport development during…
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.
Marble Falls scraps plans for record-breaking Christmas tree
Plans for a 250-foot, world-record Christmas tree in Marble Falls will not move forward this year. Find out more at DailyTrib.com.
Early voting begins in the Highland Lakes
Early voting runs Oct. 19-30 and Election Day is Nov. 3. Visit DailyTrib.com for local election guides.
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.
Burnet High School athletics preview for the week of Oct. 19, 2026
Below is the weekly schedule of sporting events for Burnet High School for the week…
BREAKING: Propane truck accident causes shutdown on U.S. 281 north of Marble Falls
A motor vehicle accident involving a propane truck shutdown traffic on U.S. 281 north of…
WINDOW: 9th annual Pink Out Marble Falls
Harmony Park was packed for Pink Out Marble Falls on Thursday, Oct. 15. The annual community block party raises awareness for those impacted by cancer in the Highland Lakes. Photo by Martelle Luedecke
Cottonwood Shores allows 24-hour boat launch access, fishing
Cottonwood Shores has opened its boat launch and adjacent dock area at 3729 Lakeview Drive…
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…
Horseshoe Bay to host fourth annual stargazing party Nov. 12
Horseshoe Bay will celebrate its commitment to preserving dark skies with its fourth annual Stargazing…
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,…
Horseshoe Bay memorial gardens expand with second mausoleum
The Horseshoe Bay Memorial Association will celebrate the completion of a second mausoleum with a…
Horseshoe Bay names Paul Nelson police chief after months-long search
Horseshoe Bay has appointed Paul Nelson as its official police chief, ending a months-long search…
Burnet purchases new city vehicles, equipment
The city of Burnet recently bolstered its equipment fleet, authorizing several purchases of new heavy…