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Marble Falls Fire Rescue Capt. Coy Guenter’s roots in the city run deep. In fact, he can’t imagine living anywhere else. Born and raised here, he cites the lakes, the countryside, the comfortable distance from Austin, and, of course, the people as reasons why he sticks around. “I know all the people since I’ve been…
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When Kingsland residents think of first responders, Danny Stone likely comes to mind. So, it’s no wonder The Picayune Magazine readers and KBEY 103.9 Radio Picayune listeners picked the Kingsland Volunteer Fire Department chief as a 2021 Locals Love Us favorite first responder. “I’ve won it before, but it’s always humbling,” he said. “I know…
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When Randy Mize applied for a job in the city of Granite Shoals water department, all he wanted was a chance. “I got a call from a friend, Ricky Roe. He said, ‘You’ll have a good opportunity,’ and I’ve been here ever since,” Mize said. That was 13 years ago, and Mize has worked his…
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Kim Wilson takes pride in her work as Burnet’s park supervisor, a job tasked with more than just taking care of the city’s parks. She and her team of eight tend the landscapes and facilities on all city-owned property. This means a lot of mowing and edging as well as making sure parks are set…
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Here are the 2021 Locals Love Us winners as voted on by The Picayune Magazine readers and KBEY 103.9 FM Radio Picayune listeners. AUTO & MARINE SERVICES AUTO BODY SHOP BURNET AREA: Bulldog Bodywerks Collision Center KINGSLAND/LLANO AREA:Mustang Paint & Body MARBLE FALLS AREA: Grease Monkey Oil Changes & More AUTO GLASS BURNET AREA: Hill…
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As a lifelong Burnet resident, Jeff Morris never really looked outside of the area for his calling. The biggest thing for the Burnet police officer is serving others, and if he can do that in the Burnet community, all the better. That service began with the Texas Department of Transportation. For 13 years, he helped…
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In the Burnet Ensemble Theatre Company's version of "Cinderella," the main character doesn't just wait for Prince Charming to save her. She realizes she can change her life herself, no matter the circumstances. The Burnet High School production last November resonated with audiences. “I feel like they responded to our hard work,” said student Madison…
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When Kingsland School Principal Meloni Puishes stepped into ninth-grade teacher Jacob Taylor’s class and asked his freshmen students what they liked about their teacher, the accolades poured in. “He’s funny.” “He’s supportive.” “He’s great at math.” “He’s hilarious.” “He’s awesome.” And, they meant it. Taylor’s dedication to his students and teaching is a big reason…
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Burnet Middle School sixth-grade science teacher Riki Campbell is in Room 612, which used to be grandmother Joan Mosley's classroom when she was a science teacher. Campbell's father, Frank Love, taught science in the adjacent classroom. Grandfather Paul Mosley was a Burnet High School teacher and coach. Her mother, Denise Love, was the Burnet High…
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Rich Powers called to make sure the information he received was correct. Yes, The Picayune Magazine readers and KBEY 103.9 Radio Picayune listeners voted him their Locals Love Us favorite school coach. “I was humbled,” he said about the news. “That was awesome.” The 17-year educator is in his second year as the head track-and-field…