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When Taylor Smith learned The Picayune Magazine readers and KBEY 103.9 FM Radio Picayune listeners chose him as a 2021 Locals Love Us favorite volunteer, he was surprised. “It was unexpected to say the least,” Smith said. “I thought I Read more…

Martelle Luedecke shows up to Highland Lakes youth sports and events with camera in hand because she wants to make sure kids get recognition for what they do, whether that means a photo in the local paper, the school yearbook, Read more…

When Marble Falls High School head girls basketball coach John Berkman played basketball for the Mustangs, he was known for wearing down opponents. Now, he’s known for lifting up all students. “There’s a lot more to coaching than winning — Read more…

Over 21 years teaching physical education in the Llano Independent School District, the past 14 years at Packsaddle Elementary School, Misti Atkinson has shared her love for physical fitness with thousands of children. She’s even taught the children of former Read more…

When Marble Falls Middle School hired a new principal this year, students saw a familiar face in Ashley Bernard, and she wants them to know she’s there for them. “I just really try to not be holed up in the Read more…

While in the middle of her first year as the top campus leader, Oldaker is no stranger to the school. She spent 18 years at Packsaddle as a teacher, programs coordinator, and assistant principal before taking over as principal.  That Read more…