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Fourth lottery fraud suspect arrested
The fourth and final suspect in a Lampasas lottery fraud case has been arrested.Lorena Anne Hamilton, 43, of Kempner, was arrested on charges of claiming a lottery prize by fraud, between $200 and $10,000, and engaging in organized criminal activity. The charges are a third-degree felony and a statejail felony, respectively.Hamilton was arrested by Lampasas County Sheriff’s Department officers…
Marble Falls freshmen read original books to Colt students
Thirty original books written, illustrated, and designed by Marble Falls High School ninth-grade honors students were read aloud to groups of first- and second-graders at Colt Elementary School on Tuesday, May 14. The cross-campus reading day was the culmination of three weeks of work. The high school students recorded podcasts...
Horseshoe Bay gets first big check to expand broadband
The city of Horseshoe Bay received a big boost to its broadband service on Tuesday, May 14. Llano County presented city officials with a ceremonial check for $550,000, the first payment of a $1 million interlocal agreement between the county and city to expand internet access for Horseshoe Bay residents.
Marble Falls city councilors sworn in
Former Mayor Richard Westerman is officially back on the Marble Falls City Council after being sworn in as the Place 5 councilor on May 14. Incumbents Griff Morris and Lauren Haltom, who ran unopposed for their seats, also took oaths of offices during the Tuesday special meeting of the council.
YMCA of the Highland Lakes announces summer camp programs for all ages
YMCA of the Highland Lakes is thrilled to announce its exciting lineup of outdoor activities for this year’s summer camp, promising a season filled with adventure, learning, and fun for kids of all ages.Nestled in the heart of Burnet, our summer camp offers a unique blend of traditional and innovative outdoor activities designed to engage young minds and bodies.From classic games like kick ball…
Tornado watch north of Austin is in effect until 10 p.m. Wednesday
The tornado watch has expired. The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for the area north of Austin until 10 p.m. Wednesday. The watch area includes Williamson and Burnet counties. A tornado watch means that conditions are favorable for tornadoes, and you should go over your emergency plans...
Buc Days BBQ on the Bay Competition heats up a sizzlin' good time
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Buc Days Barbeque on the Bay competition took place on the Seawall outside the American Bank Center. The smokin' tradition allows local pit masters to battle it out as they raise money for the Buccaneer Scholarship Fund. Dozens of folks, from around the Bend...
Bertram wants more groundwater
The city of Bertram wants to bump up its allowable annual groundwater use by 13 percent after more than doubling it in 2023. The Central Texas Groundwater Conservation District is holding a public hearing on the matter on May 23. Bertram is 100 percent dependent upon groundwater drawn from the...
Major wreck in Burnet County kills two people, SH 71 reopened
BURNET COUNTY, Texas — A major wreck in Burnet County left two people dead and temporarily shut down State Highway 71 in both directions on Thursday. Burnet County ESD 9 Spicewood Fire Rescue and the Texas DPS responded to the scene. It happened at around 4 p.m. in Marble...
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