Burnet council members sworn in
The Burnet City Council swore in three members at its May 12 regular meeting: incumbents…
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Pools to remain closed in near future
Despite Gov. Greg Abbott allowing public pools to reopen starting May 8, many Highland Lakes…
Burnet, Marble Falls housing authorities receive federal funds
Two Highland Lakes housing authorities are receiving funds thanks to the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief,…
City of Burnet getting two new ambulances
Burnet City Council authorized the purchase of two new ambulances during its April 28 meeting….
Bluebonnet Airshow returns in spring
Over the years, the Burnet Bluebonnet Airshow mesmerized crowds each spring. But, in March 2016,…
Burnet Whataburger closes after employee tests positive for COVID-19
Burnet Whataburger management confirmed one of its employees tested positive for COVID-19 and has closed…
Burnet Municipal Airport receives $30,000 grant, part of coronavirus aid
The Federal Aviation Administration on April 15 awarded the Burnet Municipal Airport a $30,000 grant,…
Burnet Police Department’s K-9 team hits the streets
After several weeks of intense training, the Burnet Police Department K-9 unit of Sgt. Jeremy…
H-E-B offering same-day grocery delivery to Highland Lakes seniors
H-E-B is making it easier for Highland Lakes residents 60 and older to stay safe…
Highland Lakes first responders adapt to evolving COVID-19 crisis
Among the essential services still in operation are police departments, emergency medical services, and fire…
Burnet City Council, EDC move to provide financial relief
The Burnet City Council and Economic Development Corporation held regular meetings March 24, and the…
Public meetings in the age of COVID-19
Texas Governor Greg Abbott’s call to limit public gatherings to 10 people and a temporary…
Highland Lakes cities change office hours and operations
City business goes on across the Highland Lakes, but how residents interact with their municipality…
Burnet Police Department appoints new K9 officer
Burnet Police Department’s canine officer, Kuso, has a new partner. On March 16, the department…
Burnet Bluebonnet Festival canceled due to COVID-19
The Burnet Chamber of Commerce announced the cancellation of the 2020 Bluebonnet Festival due to…
Burnet OKs $25,000 for purchase of new bulletproof vests
Burnet City Council members unanimously approved the purchase of new bulletproof vests and vest components…
Burnet to pay $7,500 fine for fish kill in Delaware Creek
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality on March 4 approved an agreement with Burnet for…
Burnet to hold State of the Community on March 4
Burnet residents can get the lowdown on what their city and school district are up…
Burnet OKs purchase of spare gear for fire department over cancer concerns
The Burnet City Council unanimously approved the purchase of 12 sets of spare bunker gear…
On the Agenda: Government meetings for the week of January 27
Local governments and boards hold weekly public meetings to discuss issues and make decisions. Here…
UPDATE: Missing woman found dead in Burnet
UPDATE 11 A.M. JANUARY 13: Authorities confirmed Nancy Lord, 75, was found dead January 10…
Burnet police officer died of heart attack; service December 23
A service for a Burnet police officer who died is December 23 at St. John…
Burnet OKs new and upgraded fire training tower
During the Burnet City Council meeting December 10, councilors voted unanimously to approve the installation…
Texas AG office arrests Burnet man on child porn charges
The Texas Office of the Attorney General arrested a 47-year-old Burnet man after investigators found…