Burnet

Waco Man Receives Life Sentence for Grievous Child Sexual Assault in Burnet County Trial

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WACO, Texas — A Burnet County jury has sentenced a man from Waco to life in prison for the sexual assault of a child. The decision came after a trial during which disturbing evidence depicted the severity of the offenses committed against a minor. The jury reached its verdict following several days of testimony that illustrated the impact of the crimes. Prosecutors presented a compelling case, detailing the timeline of events and the emotional and psychological damage inflicted on the young victim. Witnesses, including family members and experts, shared insights that underscored the trauma experienced … Read more

Damon Beierle Takes Helm of Burnet County Commissioners in Interim Role Amid Judge Search

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BURNET, Texas — In Burnet County, following the resignation of County Judge James Oakley, Commissioner Damon Beierle of Precinct 2 has taken over as interim leader of the Burnet County Commissioners Court. The move comes after Oakley stepped down from his role due to a public reprimand by the State Commission on Judicial Conduct related to security infractions and sexual harassment allegations. Beierle, who will lead the court at least until an interim judge is appointed by the end of February, expressed his readiness to manage the court’s responsibilities efficiently. His tenure will primarily involve … Read more