ELECTION RESULTS: State props pass, ESDs form, Sunrise Beach rejects gov. change
Voters in Burnet and Llano counties made big decisions on the state and local levels…
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Granite Shoals kicks off Christmas toy drive and BBQ fundraiser
Granite Shoals’ annual Operation Fill the Boat toy drive is underway and runs through Nov….
Llano to host second-annual Wings, Wheels & Wine Airshow
The Wings, Wheels & Wine Airshow roars into Llano 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov….
Oncor and LCRA update transmission line timeline
A critical filing for a controversial state transmission line project has been delayed by an…
Horseshoe Bay Resort to host golf reality series ‘Big Break’
The Golf Channel reality series Big Break will make its long-awaited return in August 2026,…
2025 Picayune-KBEY Food Drive, Wednesday, Nov. 5
The 2025 Picayune-KBEY Food Drive runs 6 a.m.- 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 5. Now…
Kingsland food pantry finds a new home
After more than a month of uncertainty, Sharing the Harvest food pantry in Kingsland has…
Kingsland ‘town square’ development on track
Construction of Kingsland Commons is set to begin within “weeks,” according to the project’s developer….
Groundwater district addresses concerns over Hoover Valley Road quarry
Public concern for a proposed massive rock-crushing facility in Burnet County is growing, especially regarding…
Microsoft employees pick Bertram dog rescue for month of giving
Austin-based Microsoft staff partnered with Bertram-based Living Grace Canine Ranch for the company’s employee giving…
Give input on future of Burnet transportation
Burnet is plotting out a roadmap for its future transportation needs and city officials want…
New Kingsland marina seeks expansion permit from LCRA
By Maci Cottingham Marine Land Marina on Lake LBJ in Kingsland is seeking to expand…
UPDATE: Missing 80-year-old Buchanan Dam man found
The Llano County Sheriff’s Office announced at around 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 28 that…
Highland Haven voters to decide on $1M water bond
Highland Haven voters will decide on a $1 million water bond in the Nov. 4…
NEW BIZ: Chen China King restaurant opens in Granite Shoals
By Maci Cottingham Granite Shoals has a new dining option with the Oct. 25 grand…
Horseshoe Bay stargazing possible thanks to DarkSky effort
Horseshoe Bay’s DarkSky program is keeping the night skies clear over the lakeside city, and…
Burnet man who lied about church gunmen released from jail
The Burnet man at the center of a 2024 church threat hoax was recently released…
New wastewater plant in Granite Shoals on schedule for 2026 completion
The new Aqua Texas wastewater treatment plant in Granite Shoals is due to be completed…
Llano County man charged in 2024 traffic fatality in Kyle
David Dewayne Mann, 43, of Tow was arrested Tuesday, Oct. 21, on a charge of…
Granite Shoals to host citywide cleanup
Granite Shoals residents can help tidy their city during a cleanup event Nov. 15. Bring…
Large turnout for Marble Falls ‘No Kings’ protest
An estimated 400-500 people attended a “No Kings” protest Oct. 18 in Marble Falls on…
Granite Shoals invests in road repair equipment to save time and money
Granite Shoals is moving most roadway maintenance in-house to reduce long-term costs and accelerate repairs…
Major improvements set for Texas 29 east of Burnet
Work should begin soon on major improvements to a roughly 5-mile stretch of Texas 29…
GOVERNMENT MEETINGS: For the week of Oct. 20, 2025
Agendas for Highland Lakes governments are posted 72 hours before a meeting so are not…