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Native plants program May 11 at Falls museum

The beautiful and drought-tolerant Texas sage. Adobe Stock image The Falls on the Colorado Museum of Marble Falls is hosting a public presentation on the importance of using native plants in landscaping at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 11. Admission is free, but donations are appreciated. The museum is located at 2001 Broadway. Paula Richards, a […]

ROUNDUP: Local election results

Voters went to the polls on Election Day, Saturday, May 4, to decide on city, school, and utility board races in Burnet and Llano counties. DailyTrib.com will have full stories on the following results in the coming days.  All vote totals are unofficial. BURNET COUNTY Marble Falls City Council Place 5 councilor Richard Westerman 181 […]

More storms and heat on the horizon

Weekend storms are in the forecasts for Burnet and Llano counties, which could both see highs in the 90s by Tuesday, May 7, according to the National Weather Service. “Strong to severe thunderstorms and locally heavy rain are possible from late this afternoon (Friday, May 3) through tonight,” reads a NWS hazardous weather outlook issued […]

Marble Falls EDC deals out $25K to museum

The Falls on the Colorado Museum secured a $25,000 community leverage grant from the Marble Falls EDC on May 1. Staff photo by Nathan Bush The Marble Falls Economic Development Corp. Board of Directors approved a $25,000 community leverage grant for The Falls on the Colorado Museum on Wednesday, May 1. The money will help […]

Burnet County Jail bookings for April 26-May 2, 2024

The following people were arrested and booked into the Burnet County Jail during the period of April 26-May 2, 2024, according to Burnet County Sheriff’s Office logs. City of residence and release information are listed when available. This list does not constitute an official court document, and all persons are innocent until proven guilty in […]

Rivers rise with heavy rainfall, which could boost low lakes

The Llano River rushes on a gray May 3 morning after heavy rainfall across its watershed caused a 19-fold increase in flow overnight. Staff photo by Dakota Morrissiey The Colorado and Llano rivers are rising following heavy rainfall across their watersheds over the past 48 hours starting Wednesday, May 1. Both rivers could deliver badly […]

New wellness center offers free mental health services

A new ministry at Lake Travis United Methodist Church, 1502 RR 620 in Lakeway, is offering free mental health resources to Highland Lakes residents. Courtesy photo Finding Hope Wellness Center is offering free mental health assistance to Highland Lakes residents of all ages. Its grand opening is at noon May 5 on the Lake Travis […]

GOVERNMENT MEETINGS: For the week of May 6, 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. Tuesday, May 7 Marble Falls City Council 6 p.m. regular meeting Council Chambers, City Hall, 800 Third St., Marble Falls On the agenda: update from Waste Management discussion and action […]

Get the dirt on potting soil from scientist

The Llano County Master Gardener Association is hosting a free presentation on “How to Make the Best Potting Soil” at 5:30 p.m. May 16 in the Llano County Library, 102 E. Hayne St. in Llano. According to the experts, healthy soil is the bedrock of a healthy garden. The presentation will come from Dr. Lloyd […]

Marble Falls board recommends $2M bond with vague meeting agenda

The Marble Falls Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone Board No. 1 unanimously approved a $2 million bond for pedestrian improvements to the city’s downtown district despite failing to clearly list the item on its April 30 meeting agenda. Meeting agendas by government bodies, boards, and commissions are legally required to inform the public of all planned […]