Semi, pickup collide at intersection of Texas 71 and US 281
A collision between an 18-wheeler and a small pickup truck took place at approximately 8:45 a.m….
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Preliminary Granite Shoals budget predicts increases in city revenue, salaries
Staffing issues, taxes, and property values highlighted the Granite Shoals City Council’s preliminary budget during…
GOVERNMENT MEETINGS: For the week of July 18, 2022
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Burnet chamber needs donations for new teacher swag bags
The Burnet Chamber of Commerce wants to welcome the 100 or so new staff and…
Granite Shoals delays hiring process for new city manager
The Granite Shoals City Council once again delayed a decision on the process for hiring…
Sale of small piece of Granite Shoals parkland remains in limbo
The Granite Shoals City Council continued to deliberate on the sale of a small portion…
Burnet council equips police for active shooter situations
The Burnet City Council unanimously agreed to spend $25,000 on equipment designed to counteract active…
Spicewood pet resort owner fires two employees after dog’s death
Cary Morgan, the owner of the Spicewood boarding kennel where a 2-year-old golden retriever’s body…
Spicewood Crushed Stone inches closer to quarry in Double Horn
After nearly four years of quarreling with residents, Spicewood Crushed Stone LLC is once again…
Zebra on the loose in Spicewood
Law enforcement officials are urging the public to keep their distance from a zebra on…
New emergency services district for Sunrise Beach area on Nov. 8 ballot
The Llano County Commissioners Court approved a motion to put the creation of Emergency Services…
GOVERNMENT MEETINGS: For the week of July 11, 2022
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Cottonwood Shores crime prevention district adopts new programs
Three new programs, including wellness checks for the elderly and disabled, were approved by the…
Long-awaited patrol vehicles arrive at Granite Shoals Police Department
Four new vehicles were picked up by the Granite Shoals Police Department on July 5…
Marble Falls EDC approves Backbone Creek pedestrian bridge connecting parks
A new pedestrian bridge connecting Johnson and Lakeside parks was unanimously approved by members of…
Mom rescues kids and pets from Meadowlakes house fire
Kacey Tate had to get four children, three dogs, two cats, and a bearded dragon…
Marble Falls approves 5 percent pay raise for city employees
The Marble Falls City Council voted to increase city salaries by 5 percent, beginning in…
BCSO investigates missing dog found dead at boarding kennel
The Burnet County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 2-year-old…
Free certified medical assistant training starts July 11 in Llano
A free certified medical assistant training program in Llano will begin on July 11 thanks…
Water and wastewater rate increases part of new Cottonwood Shores budget
Water and wastewater rates could increase as much as 13 percent with passage of the…
GOVERNMENT MEETINGS: For the week of July 4, 2022
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PEC grants boost for Bertram Library, Highland Lakes Canine Rescue
A $5,000 grant from the Pedernales Electric Cooperative will benefit Bertram Library patrons taking advantage…
Burnet police getting cellphone forensic software for quicker investigations
The Burnet Police Department is adding another arrow to its crime-fighting quiver with forensic software…
Burnet council OKs new ambulance chassis, resuscitators for fire department
The Burnet City Council on Tuesday unanimously approved the purchase of two ambulances and five…