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Burnet County man sentenced to 29 years for child sexual assault

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Burnet County man sentenced to 29 years for child sexual assault

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A Burnet County jury's recommendation was upheld on Friday, May 23, 2025, when Judge Allan Garrett sentenced 70-year-old Roy Lee Guerrero to 29 years and four m See the Story

Proposed rock-hauling rail line in Texas placed on hold

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Proposed rock-hauling rail line in Texas placed on hold

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A plan for a 26.9-mile railroad to haul rock in the Burnet, Texas, area has been placed on hold, according to Texas Materials Group, which had proposed the project. Surface Transportation Board BURNET, Texas — An aggregates company’s proposal to build a 26.9-mile railroad to haul rock in Texas’ Hill Country is on hold in the wake of public opposition. Texas Materials Group had initiated the Surface Transportation Board’s environmental review pro…Read Article

Burnet County due for transportation plan update

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Burnet County due for transportation plan update

The Burnet County commissioners recently announced the county transportation plan is going to get an update. “We really have not done a thorough update to our transportation plan since 2010,” Pct.See the Story

Free Fishing Day in Texas - 101 Highland Lakes

Cast a line without a license on Free Fishing Day in Texas, which is the first Saturday in June. In 2025, that’s June 7. Everyone can fish recreationally on public waters without a state license or endorsement. The aim is to hook more people on the sport of angling. In the Highland Lakes, Inks Dam National Fish Hatchery, 345 Clay Young Road in Burnet, is hosting a special event June 7 from 9 a.m. to noon. Things to know, if you go: There’s a l…Burnet · Burnet Read Article

Fiocchi Pro Shooter Dianna Muller Earns Lady High at TX State 3-Gun

May 2025 – CSG Member, Fiocchi of America, a global leader in defensive, target, and hunting ammunition, proudly congratulates Pro Team member Dianna Muller for earning Hi-Lady Champion at the Texas State 3-Gun competition held at the Reveille Peak Ranchin Burnett, Texas April 11th-13th. This year’s event featured ten natural terrain stages in the beautiful Texas hill country. Stages are designed to be challenging to the most experienced and…Burnet · Burnet Read Article

Not Stock Photo’s Video From The Rally for Jeff: Custom Cars, Celeb Guests & a Community United for Jeff Stroh

John was back at it last weekend, shooting video at a cool show to share with all of us, while at the same time helping our friend Jeff Stroh who is incredibly well connected in the scene, and who needs our help with an incredibly rare health battle. Check out the video description below and then watch John’s video. If it touches you and you want to help support Jeff in his hours of need. Video Description: Here is a link to Jeffs Go Fund Me Pag…Health · Burnet Read Article

Burnet County homeowners among builder fraud victims

A Hill Country area builder was found guilty May 22 in Llano of bilking several property owners out of hundreds of thousands of dollars over a period of time. Following the verdict at the Llano County Courthouse, Wayne Alan Erickson, 58, was sentenced to a year in a state jail facility with a 10-year deferred prison sentence.Burnet · Burnet Read Article

Splish Splash - Plane and Pilot Mag

There’s something about a little yellow tailwheel airplane that has always ignited my soul. After all, a Cub sitting on a hangar pad was what initially drew me to walk into the Ron Alexander Youth Aviation Program, an experience that changed the course of my life at just barely 16 years old. As I’ve progressed through this decade-long aviation journey, Cubs still catch my eye, but there’s one of a different variety that I’ve been dying to get my…Burnet · Burnet Read Article

Burnet County commissioners pay respects to late sheriff

During their recent meeting, the Burnet County commissioners paid homage to the late William T. (W.T) Smith, the former county sheriff, longtime lawman and decorated U.S. Army Vietnam veteran who died May 5 at 84.Burnet · Burnet Read Article

Summer is Here So It’s Time to Cool Down and Have Fun – Welcome To Flicks and Food

Summer is Here So Let’s Find a Way to Cool Down and Have Fun Summer is here, which calls for cooling down on the porch! Some cool white wines from Wedding Oak Winery should start us off nicely! The Chenin Blanc 2024 is a nice start with flavors of key limes, fresh rainwater and cool Granny smith apples. Need a little sweeter, the Muscat Blanc Sec 2024 with an elegant perfume of white flowers, such as lilies and jasmine with soft notes no…Burnet · Burnet Read Article

2025 rodeos in the Highland Lakes - 101 Highland Lakes

It’s rodeo season in the Highland Lakes. The Western tradition has a tight grip on the Texas Hill Country with its bulls, barrels, bravado, and boss horsemanship. Whether it’s your first rodeo or you’re an old hand, make sure to grab a seat for at least one of the following rodeos in 2025: BURNET COUNTY RODEO WHEN: May 9-10 at 7 p.m. WHERE: Burnet County Fairgrounds, 1301 Houston Clinton Drive in Burnet WHAT: The 59th annual event opens rodeo se…Burnet · Burnet Read Article