Teen pilot Amaris Mitchell-Ochoa’s high school aspirations soar
(EDITOR’S NOTE: This story was originally published in the August 2023 issue of The Picayune…
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Life savers: Journals heal souls and hold heartfelt moments
They come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors, and, like a best friend…
Volunteers revitalize Granite Shoals parks
After years of smoldering, the flame of volunteerism in Granite Shoals has reignited. The city’s…
THAT’S MY JOB: It’s all laws and lassos for Eddie Shell
Eddie Shell grew up on the back of a horse, beginning on a ranch in…
Young equestrians still tall (though small) on Texas rodeo circuit
Not once during the entire interview for this story did 7-year-old Austyn Shell of Marble…
THAT’S MY JOB: Wildlife biologist Erin Wehland keeps nature in check
Wildlife has been a guiding light for Erin Wehland ever since she was a young…
Burnet plumbing family’s history includes toilet work for Al Capone and fooling the KKK
Flushing toilets are not to be taken for granted. Just ask Lucas and Adam Brandenburg…
Highland Lakes Metal Detecting Club unearths treasure, trash and history
Tom Ashworth of Burnet has collected 96 solid silver Spanish coins from 1535, one worth…
Invasive hydrilla explodes across the Highland Lakes
The Highland Lakes are under attack. A widescale invasion of slimy, green proportions has made…
Fourth Fests in the Highland Lakes
Highland Lakes towns light up with fireworks and red, white, and blue celebrations every Independence…
Artifact hunter Ryan Murray has unearthed ancient tools, sea creatures, and a whole bison in Burnet County
The radical geology of the Texas Hill Country makes it one of the best artifact…
Dig out your casserole recipes to help feed families this summer
Summer snack bags for stay-at-home kids now come with a family-size casserole prepared by Highland…
Everyone belongs at Pride Fest
The entire community is invited to celebrate inclusion, acceptance, and Pride Fest. The Highland Lakes…
That’s My Job: Marble Falls Police Department therapy dog Brody
The latest member of the Marble Falls Police Department to be pinned with his first…
Freedom Day: Celebrate Juneteenth at St. Frederick’s
St. Frederick’s Baptist Church in Marble Falls invites everyone to join them on Saturday, June…
Hive minds: Family-owned Fain’s Honey thrives in Llano County
Clinton Walker represents the fourth generation of Walkers who have been slinging honey in Texas…
Dig into June Picayune’s treasure trove of stories
The June 2023 issue of The Picayune Magazine is packed with treasure, including stories on…
Burnet County Area Fair highlights handiwork from every generation
Three generations of Kerry McDonald’s family spend all year sewing, woodworking, and crafting for the…
With or without training, animals are good medicine for human mental health
Recently, a teen client at the Phoenix Center in Horseshoe Bay was feeling suicidal. Mabel,…
That’s My Job: Landscaper John Wagner is in the beauty business
John Wagner has been transforming lawns into works of art for over 35 years. The…
Picayune People: Granite Shoals minister Jeff Garner takes his job to heart
Ask Jeff Garner about his children, and he will quote Psalm 127:5. “Happy is…
Artistic reflections: Catherine Hicks embroiders portraits on mirrors — without glue or magic
Marble Falls artist Catherine Hicks paints portraits with a needle and thread on antique mirrors,…
OARS reaching out to ‘orphaned elderly’
A 95-year-old woman living on her own in Sunrise Beach Village had six rehabilitation appointments…
Mental Health Awareness Month: Counselor shares tips on mind matters
During Mental Health Month each May, community advocates nationwide battle the stigmatization of mental illness…