Backyard Chicken Mama Michelle Hernandez touts recuperative coop benefits
Michelle Hernandez is a self-proclaimed “Backyard Chicken Mama.” For over 20 years, she has raised…
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Helping hands after the flood
Rain was still falling and rivers and creeks were rising when the first of thousands…
JOIN THE CLUB: Lift your voice with Highland Lakes Men’s Chorus
The Capitol Rotunda in downtown Austin reverberated on a March weekday with the deep baratone…
IN THE GARDEN: Tree-planting time
Fall is a great time to plant a tree or shrub, symbolizing new beginnings. A…
New history book in Burnet County’s future
Work has begun on “Burnet County History, Volume III” to include people who settled in…
IN THE GARDEN: Helpful hints for August heat
August in Central Texas can be a challenging time for gardeners. The summer heat is…
Two Burnet churches ‘love thy neighbor’ with hot meals most Thursdays—no questions asked
On a recent Thursday, a man bounced through the door of Vanderveer Street Church of…
Literacy Highland Lakes needs volunteers
Literacy Highland Lakes addresses a big need in the area, but it also has a…
Groundwater expert Reno Lamb urges people to look up for water needs
Ceferino “Reno” Lamb wants residents to rethink their relationship with water, especially the water that…
PICAYUNE PEOPLE: Blogger Eric Siegmund preserves Hill Country vibe on The Fire Ant Gazette
Long before Twitter taught us to truncate our thoughts and Instagram filtered our reality, blogs…
F1 powerboats ‘fly’ into Marble Falls for Battle on the Colorado
EDITOR’S NOTE: The Battle on the Colorado is still scheduled to take place following Fourth…
Beyond Books: Marble Falls Library connects community, builds support
EDITOR’S NOTE: “Beyond Books” is a story series by The Picayune Magazine that features local…
IN THE GARDEN: Ideal mowing heights for different grasses
Maintaining your lawn at the correct height is crucial for the health and appearance of…
Burnet’s LACare food pantry faces growing need to feed
Demand for food at the Lakes Area Care emergency pantry in Burnet tripled over the…
W.C. Jameson’s terrific, terrifying, and true tales of unearthing hidden treasures
W.C. Jameson of Llano is a rare find. He’s a successful treasure hunter who, at…
IN THE GARDEN: Poisonous plants; pollination push
Venomous snakes and spiders aren’t the only things to be mindful of when outdoors. Some…
Highland Lakes communities celebrate Independence Day
Highland Lakes communities light up the night on America’s 249th birthday on Friday, July 4,…
HIGHLAND LAKES HELPERS: Rita Marquess heeds a biblical call to feed the hungry
But Jesus said, “They need not go away; you give them something to eat.” —Matthew 14:16, English Standard…
Marble Falls celebrates Juneteenth on June 21 in Westside Park
Juneteenth is a celebration for all people, not just the Black community, said the Rev….
Former Burnet mayor writes book on Bertram doctor who helped stop deadly virus
Diphtheria immunization in the United States began in Austin through the efforts of Bertram native…
Button culture, aesthetics and utility on display at Burnet County Area Fair
Roll call at a Bluebonnet Button Club meeting has nothing to do with attendance and…
1800s Texas Rangers at Smithwick Cemetery get their crosses
Seven Texas Rangers who served during and after the Civil War received graveside recognition at…
IN THE GARDEN: Protecting plants from heat; killing kitchen gnats; natural itch-relief ideas
As summer approaches in Texas, it’s crucial to take preventive measures to protect your garden…
Kiwanis Club turns Highland Lakes red, white, and blue for patriotic holidays
“’Tis the star-spangled banner—O long may it wave, O’er” memorials to veterans and solemnly marked graves…