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BIZ: Real New Orleans Style Restaurant moving to Moonie’s spot
The Real New Orleans Style Restaurant is moving from its location on RR 1431 to 2411 U.S. 281 in Marble Falls on May 2. The site is the former location of Moonie’s Burger House. “We’ve decided it’s time to expand, to get bigger and better,” chef Desmond Green said....
JOIN THE CLUB: Bluebonnet Quilt Club; Airing of the Quilts April 27
A pioneer tradition makes its debut in April with the Airing of the Quilts, an outdoor quilt show hosted by the Bluebonnet Quilt Club of Kingsland — new members welcome!. The show is April 27 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. in a tent outside of Kingsland House of Arts and Crafts, 112 W. Chamberlain St. Vendors include a scissor and knife sharpener and booths with gifts, fabrics, and quilts for sale.
Barbara Jane (Martin) Brandon
Barbara Jane (Martin) Brandon passed away March 18, 2024, in Kingsland, Texas, at the age of 75, surrounded by family and her puppy dogs. Barbara was born to Fay H. Martin and Esther Martin, May 25, 1948, in San Antonio, Texas. Barbara is survived by her long-time soulmate, Roy Seaton...
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.
$122K for ‘Great Ideas’ in Marble Falls schools, including book vending machine
The Marble Falls Education Foundation handed out over $122,000 in grant money to 36 different projects across the Marble Falls school district in early April. The money was awarded through the foundation’s annual Grants 4 Great Ideas program. The foundation has given more than $531,000 to teachers with creative...
Granite Shoals shines light on decision making with online offerings
Granite Shoals is putting recordings of City Council meetings online, sharing monthly city updates, and kicking off an online video series that introduces public servants to the community, all steps toward government transparency. The first council meeting to be posted online—from April 23—is on the city’s website and YouTube channel....
Post eclipse food glut benefits local food pantry
Post eclipse food glut benefits local food pantry Connie Swinney Associate Editor Tue, 04/23/2024 - 02:44 Image Helping Center volunteer Edna Dunger prepared donated plastic bags for the clients at the facility. The facility, 1016 Broadway in Marble Falls, is accepting donations of used plastic bags. ...
Tricks for treats when touring animal shelter fundraiser stops in Marble Falls
Jordan’s Way will be in Marble Falls in May to raise money for Highland Lakes Canine Rescue. The nonprofit travels the country, live-streaming shelter staff and volunteers taking part in fun challenges for donations. Canine Rescue is on the tour schedule on May 15 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. “We...
Voters to decide Kingsland MUD, SRBeach elections
Voters to decide Kingsland MUD, SRBeach elections Raymond V. Whelan Staff Writer Tue, 04/23/2024 - 02:44 Image Body The Llano County Joint General Elections slate is set. Voters may choose among several candidates during the early voting period and Election Day May 4, as well...
MFISD again aims to curb middle school misbehavior at H-E-B
Marble Falls school district officials are again looking to crack down on purported poor behavior by some of its middle school students at the Marble Falls H-E-B, which is across Pony Drive from the campus. The issue was previously addressed by the store in March 2023. The decision follows recent...
On the Front Page
On the Front Page News Staff Tue, 04/23/2024 - 16:42 Image Tuesday, April 23, 2024 Body Early voting is underway for school and city elections… A watchdog group warns about water scarcity… and artists descend on Marble Falls for Paint the Town.• Find these stories and more in the Tuesday, April 23, 2024 issue of The Highlander.Click here to subscribe or come by the office, 905 Third St. in Marble Falls, renew or start a subscription. Call 830-693-4367 with questions.Do you have a news tip or a story you would like us to cover? Email editor@highlandernews.com.
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