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Early Middle School students admire art demonstrators at Stars of Texas
- February 17, 2026 10:57 am·
The second of three days of artists demonstrations at the 28th Annual Stars of Texas Juried Art Exhibit is ongoing until…

Kayli DeVusser wins second consecutive stock show championship
- February 17, 2026 10:26 am·
Texas youth shooter Kayli DeVusser continues to make her mark on the shotgun sports world, claiming her second stock show…

THE IDLE AMERICAN: They met at a rodeo
- February 17, 2026 5:57 am·
The expression about an ill wind blowing no good goes back almost five centuries. Just 52 years ago, however, a true-life…

TxDOT partners with UIL on high school seat belt challenge
- February 17, 2026 1:10 pm·
Skipping seat belts isn’t a flex—it’s a deadly risk. The new “Saved by the Belt” competition challenges Texas teens to…

GIRLS BASKETBALL PLAYOFFS: May, Comanche, Cross Plains, Goldthwaite, San Saba, Priddy, Gustine advance
- February 16, 2026 11:15 pm·
May Lady Tigers 59, Lingleville 7 COMANCHE – The Class A No 20. May Lady Tigers, champions of District 21-A,…

Estacado buzzer-beater sinks No. 8 Lady Lions’ season, 48-46, in bi-district round
- February 16, 2026 10:36 pm·
ABILENE – Trailing by as many as 10 points in the second half, the No. 8 Brownwood Lady Lions clawed…

Lady Horns basketball earns second straight bi-district title, 51-40 over City View
- February 16, 2026 9:44 pm·
ALEDO – For the second year in a row, the Early Lady Horns secured a girls basketball bi-district championship, toppling…

Brownwood Community Library Receives $10,000 Gift from Carnegie Corporation of New York
- February 16, 2026 2:54 pm·
The Brownwood Community Library Association is honored to receive a $10,000 gift from Carnegie Corporation of New York, the foundation…

Artists Invited to Compete in Paint-Off at 2026 Stars of Texas Juried Art Exhibit Feb. 21
- February 16, 2026 2:34 pm·
Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 9 AM to 4 PM, Artists from across the state are invited to show their…

‘Stacking good days’ the key as new head coach Bright preps young Lions for 2026 baseball campaign
- February 16, 2026 1:52 pm·
With several new faces, including the head coach, comprising the Brownwood Lions baseball roster, the 2026 campaign will be a…

Former Early pitcher earns Division I win in Southern Indiana debut
- February 16, 2026 8:25 am·
In a journey defined by taking chances and steady climbs with big‑moment poise, right‑hander Caydon Laird added another milestone last night, earning…

‘Out of the Box’ with Dallas Huston: Football rivalries
- February 16, 2026 8:14 am·
Brownwood in football’s most heated rivalry is probably one you don’t think of. You could go down main street in…

WEEKLY SPORTS SCHEDULE – Feb. 16-22
- February 16, 2026 8:06 am·
Monday, Feb. 16 GIRLS BASKETBALL PLAYOFFS Brownwood vs. Lubbock Estacado (at McMurry), 6 p.m. Early vs. Wichita Falls City View…

Brownwood tennis shines at Stephenville tournament
- February 16, 2026 8:05 am·
STEPHENVILLE – The Brownwood High tennis team put forth a solid effort at the Stephenville tournament Friday, capturing one championship,…

LUKE CLAYTON: A Fishing Trip to Remember
- February 16, 2026 6:59 am·
What constitutes a banner fishing trip? Catching fish must rank as one of the primary ingredients but also camaraderie with…

Lions rout Gatesville, 7-0, extend unbeaten streak to seven matches
- February 14, 2026 12:56 am·
The Brownwood Lions needed less than two minutes to score, then continued to fill up the net throughout the contest…

Lady Lions enforce district mercy rule with 8-0 home victory over Gatesville
- February 14, 2026 12:37 am·
Seven different players found the back of the net as the Brownwood Lady Lions remained undefeated in District 5-4A girls…

No. 17 May Tigers win 11th consecutive district basketball game, 76-23 over Santa Anna
- February 13, 2026 10:56 pm·
SANTA ANNA – The No. 17 May Tigers inched closer to a flawless run through District 21-A boys basketball action…

Bangs softball topples Dublin, 12-8, for first victory
- February 13, 2026 10:44 pm·
BANGS – The Bangs Lady Dragons notched their first softball victory of the season Friday, defeating Dublin by a 12-8…

Lions tally final five points in 42-40 victory over Mineral Wells to complete district sweep
- February 13, 2026 10:25 pm·
The Brownwood Lions used a 5-0 closing run over the final 2:22 of the contest to rally past the Mineral…
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Obituaries

Ernest Rolland Chapman, Jr.
Ernest Rolland Chapman, Jr., affectionately known as Ernie, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2026, in Coleman, Texas, at the…

Emilio Zambrano Seballos, Jr.
Emilio Zambrano Seballos, Jr., a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 16, 2026, at Hendrick…

Kenneth Dale Whitley
Kenneth Dale Whitley, 77, of Brownwood, Texas, passed away surrounded by the love of his family. Kenneth was born on…

Hayes Brooks Mercer
A funeral service for Hayes Brooks Mercer, 1, of Temple, will be held at noon Friday, Feb. 20 at Crotty…

Ruth Gregory
Ruth Gregory, age 86, of Santa Anna, died Sunday, February 15, 2026, at Coleman County Medical Center. No formal service…
Trending Stories

Troy Daniel Jr. sentenced to life in prison for capital murder after guilty plea
February 11, 2026
The office of District Attorney Micheal Murray issued the following press release Wednesday afternoon: Troy Daniel Jr., 37, pled guilty

BISD Board unanimously approves Brian Harris as next athletic director
February 9, 2026
The Brownwood ISD Board of Trustees on Monday night unanimously approved current Brownwood High School assistant principal Brian Harris as

Stars of Texas Juried Art Exhibit Committee announces 2026 award winners
February 9, 2026
The Stars of Texas Juried Art Exhibit Committee presented its 2026 award winners on Saturday, February 7th at the Brownwood

Countdown is on for NJCAA Division III Women’s Basketball National Championship in Brownwood
February 5, 2026
The City of Brownwood, on March 11-14, will serve as the host for the NJCAA Division III Women’s Basketball National

Early’s Love, Ratliff, Wilson sign to play college football
February 4, 2026
EARLY – Three members of the 2025 Early Longhorns District 5-3A Division II tri-champion football team – the school’s first

County Judge candidates Munson, Howard share reasons for running, visions for county
February 3, 2026
Brown County Judge candidates Tom Munson and Patrick Howard held meet and greets with the public in the last week.

‘Out of the Box’ with Dallas Huston: Football rivalries
Brownwood in football’s most heated rivalry is probably one you don’t think of. You could go down main street in Brownwood, or let’s call it Center Avenue, or any street and just pick out people.…
- February 16, 2026 8:14 am·

DIANE ADAMS: FM 1467 – A pioneer route along Blanket Creek
“Farm to Market Road 1467 between Blanket and Zephyr is nine and one-tenth miles long. Part of this road was the old Zephyr — Brownwood road, over which covered wagons travelled for many years,” reads…
- September 18, 2025 5:35 am·

UNDER THE STETSON: Rudolph
What I am about to admit to may cost me some street cred and raise a few eyebrows, but I sat on my couch for ninety minutes last night with my dog Cash and watched…
- December 12, 2025 8:13 am·

THE IDLE AMERICAN: They met at a rodeo
The expression about an ill wind blowing no good goes back almost five centuries. Just 52 years ago, however, a true-life example occurred at what seemed to be an unlucky turn of event at a Justin,…
- February 17, 2026 5:57 am·

LUKE CLAYTON: A Fishing Trip to Remember
What constitutes a banner fishing trip? Catching fish must rank as one of the primary ingredients but also camaraderie with family and friends, possible the weather could play a part. Catching the biggest or most…
- February 16, 2026 6:59 am·

Pfluger Fly-By: February 6, 2026
February 6, 2026 Friend, Welcome back to the Pfluger Fly-By, a weekly roundup of the work I am doing to represent you and our communities in Congress. It was a busy week representing you in…
- February 7, 2026 6:54 am·
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Announcements, Events & Public Notices

Brown County 4-H News: Feb. 12
February 2026 February 15, 2026, by 11:59 PM – Deadline to Apply for Texas 4H Scholarship February 16th: Presidents…
- February 12, 2026 3:44 pm·

Honor Ranch, sponsored by American Legion District 21, hosts grand opening Jan. 15
The grand opening of Honor Ranch, a rescue ranch sponsored by American Legion District 21, will take place between 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 15. Honor Ranch is located at 3974 CR 104, between Brownwood…
- January 12, 2026 9:32 am·

Troy Daniel Jr. sentenced to life in prison for capital murder after guilty plea
The office of District Attorney Micheal Murray issued the following press release Wednesday afternoon: Troy Daniel Jr., 37, pled guilty to capital murder Wednesday for the murder of Nancy Sanchez in February 2024. Because Daniel pled guilty…
- February 11, 2026 1:41 pm·

Fishing Reports 2/4/26
The following fishing reports are provided by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for the week of February 4: LAKE BROWNWOOD SLOW. Water stained; 45 degrees; 3.10 feet below pool. Black bass to 8.33 pounds are excellent…
- February 4, 2026 8:43 pm·
Business
Statewide News

Texas Opens Applications For Texas Education Freedom Accounts
AUSTIN — Governor Greg Abbott recently highlighted that families can now apply for the Texas Education Freedom Account (TEFA) program. Administered…
- February 8, 2026·

Governor Abbott Provides Update On Texas’ Ongoing Response To Severe Winter Weather
AUSTIN — Governor Greg Abbott recently provided an update on Texas’ ongoing response to severe winter weather expected to impact…
- January 23, 2026·

Governor Abbott Activates State Emergency Response Resources Ahead Of Winter Weather Threat
AUSTIN — Governor Greg Abbott announced that he directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response…
- January 21, 2026·

DPS Highlights the Impact of the AMBER Alert Program on National AMBER Alert Day
AUSTIN – In recognition of National AMBER Alert Day, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) reminds Texans of the…
- January 18, 2026·

Governor Directs Investigations Into Potential Medicaid Fraud In Texas
AUSTIN — Governor Greg Abbott recently sent a letter directing the Texas Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Inspector General and…
- January 17, 2026·
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