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Rare white bison calf born in Burnet
A rare white bison calf was born late April 22 at Wagon Springs Ranch in Burnet. “I’ve been told it’s a one-in-10 million chance,” said ranch owner Carl Chambers. Chambers named the calf Untsi (pronounced Oon-chee) as an homage to his Native American heritage. “It means snow...
1 dead after plane crash at Spicewood Airport
SPICEWOOD, Texas — One person is dead after an airplane crash at the Spicewood Airport in Burnet County on Monday night. A small, single-engine aircraft went down and caught fire just before 6:30 p.m., the Burnet County Office of Emergency Management said. One person, identified as 74-year-old Wesley Perkins from Lakeway, was on board and was pronounced dead on the scene.
Pilot identified in fatal small plane crash at Spicewood Airport
SPICEWOOD, Texas — The pilot who was killed in a small plane crash at the Spicewood Airport Monday night has been identified. The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) says Wesley Perkins, 74, of Lakeway, died after crashing a single-engine Lancair Legacy FG plane near 100 Piper Lane in Burnet County at around 6:30 p.m. He was the sole passenger at the time of the crash.
Community news for the Lake Travis area
The Bee Cave Public Library is hosting a volunteer fair from 2-4 p.m. on Saturday, April 27, to allow patrons to learn more about some of the organizations in the community and to find out how you can give back. Students also can earn service hours just by attending the Volunteer Fair.
Marble Falls High athlete has shot in regional competition
Marble Falls High athlete has shot in regional competition Jennifer Fierro Special To The Highlander Tue, 04/23/2024 - 02:44 Image Marble Falls High School junior Tyler Hamblin ran his personal best April 19 in the 3,200 meters. Martelle Luedecke/Luedecke Photography ...
One Fatality Confirmed in Single-Engine Plane Crash at Spicewood Airport
Tragedy struck Spicewood, Texas, as a small plane went down in flames at the local airport, leaving one person dead on Monday evening. The incident occurred near 100 Piper Lane at around 6:30 p.m. when a single-engine plane met its demise, according to the KXAN. The unidentified victim was the...
Another strong season for Panthers powerlifters
In a first for the program since its inception, the Liberty Hill boys' powerlifting team had four athletes qualify for the state championships. Jayden Malone (123-pound division), Jayce Gonzalez (123), Eric Ontiveros (132) and Evan Neilson (181) all posted strong enough results at the regional meet in Joshua to earn the right to compete in Abilene on March 23.
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