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Climate change must be real, based on how hard it is to hunt turkeys these days | Leggett
I am convinced now, if I wasn’t before: Our Hill Country climate has changed. I don’t know why (I’m not egotistical enough to claim it’s for this reason or that). I just know that things are happening too early right now. For instance, wildflowers this spring...
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....
Burnet County commissioners praise collection event supporters
Burnet County commissioners praise collection event supporters Raymond V. Whelan Staff Writer Fri, 04/26/2024 - 02:46 Image Body The Burnet County Commissioners Court commended all donors and volunteers who participated during the Burnet County BOPATE waste collection event Saturday, April 20.“Their participation made the program...
KMUD moves forward on new wastewater plant
KMUD moves forward on new wastewater plant Raymond V. Whelan Staff Writer Fri, 04/26/2024 - 02:46 Image Kingsland Municipal Utility District, 100 Ingram St., is taking steps towards building a new wastewater treatment plant. ...
A Good Read
A Good Read News Staff Fri, 04/26/2024 - 02:46 Image Contributed photo Marble Falls Independent School District Superintendent Jeff Gasaway visited Marble Falls Elementary School campus this week and read to students. The book, 'Big Test Jitters' by Julie Danneberg, helped put students at ease over upcoming exams. Body Marble Falls Independent School District Superintendent Jeff Gasaway visited Marble Falls Elementary School campus this week and read to students. The book, 'Big Test Jitters' by Julie Danneberg, helped put students at ease over upcoming exams.
Bee Cave OKs police services contract with Lakeway
Editor's note: This article has been updated to reflect that Council Member Andy Rebber was attending his final council meeting after opting to not run for reelection. A mutual police services agreement between the cities of Bee Cave and Lakeway was codified in a new resolution that the Bee Cave City Council approved on April 23.
Pedernales Electric Cooperative Offers Camp Save-A-Watt
Parents looking to keep kids busy this summer can get them registered for PEC’s Camp Save-a-Watt — a free, online summer camp put on by Pedernales Electric Cooperative. Celeste Mikeska with Pedernales Electric Cooperative (PEC) joined Studio 512 to tell us more. Camp Save-a-Watt is back, and y’all...
Mustang earns chance to run at Class 4A state meet
Mustang earns chance to run at Class 4A state meet Tracy Goggans Special To The Highlander Fri, 04/26/2024 - 02:46 Image Photos by Martelle Luedecke/ Luedecke Photography Marble Falls junior runner Tyler Hamblin stays with the pack during the 3,200 meters at the Class 4A Region III meet April 20. ...
PEC celebrates National Lineman Appreciation Day
JOHNSON CITY — Pedernales Electric Cooperative celebrated National Lineman Appreciation Day on April 18 while also honoring its crews and investing in their training, education and career growth throughout the entire month. As part of PEC’s commitment to provide safe and reliable power, for more than a decade, the co-op has focused on cultivating a top industry training program to attract and train the next generation of lineworkers. The crews will help power PEC’s members and growing communities into the future. To reinforce the co-op’s focus on safety and training, in 2020, PEC opened a dedicated facility to house its Department of Labor-certified apprenticeship program in Marble Falls, an expansion of its apprenticeship program that began in 2012, according to a news release. This year, the first PEC apprentices to complete their training at the facility are graduating, reaching the highest level of linework as journeyworkers. “Seeing our lineworkers learn, grow, and perfect their craft over the past four years has been an incredible journey,” said PEC’s Director of Safety and Technical Training James Vasquez. “They have mastered skills at an extraordinary level and with a commitment to safety. Our members and communities can count on the service from these lineworkers for their power needs and we’re proud to promote this group to the next level in their career.” Those listed below are part of PEC’s inaugural class graduating from its apprenticeship program at the Marble Falls safety and technical training center. The group first began the program in 2020, when PEC opened the facility.
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...
Work together to conserve and pray for rain
Let’s talk water – or water conservation, to be more specific.It’s that time of year when we’re enjoying the fantastic spring weather and hoping it lasts through July. (Wouldn't that be great.)Nonetheless, experience tells us it may continue into May and then summer will start show- ing up.Most of us have noted that the big lakes above and below, Travis and Buchanan, are not nearly at capacity as…
GOVERNMENT MEETINGS: For the week of April 29, 2024
Agendas are posted 72 hours before a meeting so are not always ready by the time this list is published. Check links for more information. Marble Falls Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 1 Board. Noon regular meeting. Council Chambers, City Hall, 800 Third St., Marble Falls. On the agenda:. downtown...
Flames baseball team season ends in playoff loss
Flames baseball team season ends in playoff loss Jennifer Fierro Special To The Highlander Fri, 04/26/2024 - 02:46 Image Faith Academy's Seth Jones got an RBI during the loss to Houston St. Francis Episcopal April 23. ...
Granite Shoals profits from sales tax
Granite Shoals profits from sales tax Phil Reynolds Staff Writer Fri, 04/26/2024 - 02:46 Image Body Granite Shoals city council members got some good news at their regular meeting Tuesday, April 23.City finances showed a profit in March of $2,040.82 over February.Figures showed the city...
$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...
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