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The office of District Attorney Micheal Murray issued the following press release Wednesday afternoon: Troy Daniel Jr., 37, pled guilty…
The Brown County Water Improvement District #1 recently acquired a new boat for the Lake Patrol. It is a RogueJet…
LLANO – The Brownwood Lions golf team fired a composite score of 322 in their first tournament of the season,…
For many students, deciding on a college is a lot easier than picking a major. Maya Rivera, a senior from…
The Brownwood ISD (BISD) Board of Trustees met for a regular session meeting on Monday, February 9, 2026, at 6:30…
The following are the Brown County student-athletes selected to participate in the 2026 FCA All-Star Festival in June: BROWNWOOD Football…
The Culpepper & Merriweather Circus is coming to the Bangs Event Center, located on 103 Ray Barnes Drive, on Friday,…
William F. Britton II was born on May 10, 1964, in Brownwood, Texas, to the late William F. Britton Sr.…
Kimberly Britton was born and raised in Brownwood, Texas. She began her education at Coggin Elementary and later graduated from…
Story, photo by Steve Nash / Special Contributor to BrownwoodNews.com EARLY – Early City Council members approved a resolution Tuesday…
Brown County Elections Administrator Brenda Arp has issued a press release which encourages all voters to prepare for the upcoming…
Early Lady Horns 71, Dublin 32 EARLY – The playoff-bound Early Lady Horns wrapped up the regular season with a…
LITTLE RIVER – The Brownwood Lions extended their unbeaten streak to six matches with their second consecutive District 5-4A soccer…
BROCK – Trailing by five points early in the second half, the Brownwood Lions fell victim to an 18-0 run…
LITTLE RIVER – Tied at 1 at the end of regulation, the Brownwood Lady Lions converted three penalty kicks to…
BROCK – The No. 8 Brownwood Lady Lions did not record their first bucket until two minutes remained in the…
During Monday afternoon’s meeting, the Brownwood City Council authorized a resolution for the Brownwood Police Department to submit a grant…
During Tuesday afternoon’s meeting, the Brownwood City Council awarded a contract for Riverside Park Phase II renovations to UTZ Environmental…
The City of Brownwood and the Brownwood Municipal Development District (BMDD) announce their participation in ICSC@RED RIVER, taking place February 17…
Kayli DeVusser delivered an outstanding performance at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, capturing a win in the competitive shotgun…
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Obituaries
Janice Myrlene Reeves
Janice Myrlene Reeves, 76, of Brownwood, passed away on February 10, 2026. She was born on November 19, 1949, in…
Nick Poldrack
Nick Poldrack, age 86, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, in Burleson, Texas. Born on June 9, 1939,…
Lonnie Dale Copeland
Lonnie Dale Copeland, age 74, passed away on February 8, 2026 in Brownwood, Texas. The family will host a visitation…
Mary Wilder
Mary Wilder age 79 of May, Texas passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026. Her family will host a visitation…
Irene Solis
Irene Z. Solis, age 81, of Brady, Texas, passed away Sunday, February 1, 2026, in Odessa, Texas. Irene was born…
Trending Stories
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.
Brownwood lands in Region IV, District 13 of 4A Division II for football
February 2, 2026
After being projected to be placed in each of the four regions in Class 4A Division II, the Brownwood Lions
‘Out of the Box’ with Dallas Huston: Lions football schedule
Well the 2026 football schedule is out now. Jeryl Brixey, the Head Coach of the Brownwood Lions, released it in the past few days. Brixey starts his second season at Brownwood High School trying desperately…
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…
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…
THE IDLE AMERICAN: Now I’ve heard tell
Our sense of hearing is to be treasured. The sound of ships nearing shores, buzzers sounding at the end of victories and fireworks signaling a new year are but three examples. There are, however, pitfalls to…
LUKE CLAYTON: A Midwinter Squirrel Hunt
The plan was pretty simple and straight forth. A group of close friends and I were all suffering from a case of cabin fever, locked inside you know after the recent blast of freezing rain,…
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…
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Announcements, Events & Public Notices
Brown County 4-H News: Feb. 5
February 2026 February 6th: OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED February 9th: Shooting Sports Informational Meeting, 6:30pm, Extension Office February 10th: BCYF…
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…
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…
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…
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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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
National News
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- American Olympian Jordan Stolz sets Olympic record, captures gold in 1,000-meter race February 11, 2026 Ryan Gaydos
- Texas border officers arrest 3 fugitives wanted for alleged child sex crimes February 11, 2026 Louis Casiano
- Western Hemisphere defense chiefs convene after border drone scare prompts airspace closure February 11, 2026 Morgan Phillips