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Following an executive session Tuesday morning, the Brownwood City Council unanimously approved the hire of Ryan Ward as new Assistant…
The Brown County Historical Society will have a program April 16, 2026 at 4:00 PM at the Brown County Museum…
The following information was provided by the Brown County Sheriff’s Office: On Friday, April 10, 2026, at 0805 hours, I,…
Accounts of folks “pulling themselves up by their boot straps” warm hearts; when such is done without boots, it’s a whole…
Looking to climb back into the playoff hunt in District 6-4A with four baseball contests remaining, the Brownwood Lions dropped…
Needing to win their final two games of the season, and still receive help, to keep their postseason hopes alive,…
The Center for Life Resources shared the following information: Center for Life Resources CEO, Dion White, MBA, FAAIDD, has received…
Brownwood ISD issued the following press release Monday afternoon: This month’s spotlight teacher is Zoe Moss. Ms. Moss is a…
The Brownwood High School Lionettes host their annual Spring Show at 6 p.m. Saturday, April 18 at the high school…
The April 2026 sales tax allocations are higher than April 2025 in Brownwood and Early, according to data released this…
VFW Post 3278 and Auxiliary will host a fish fry fundraiser between 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Friday, April 17…
The Harris Ratings System, which originated around 1962, is not called that anymore. It’s called Harris Ratings Weekly. It still…
Monday, April 13 SOFTBALL Graham at Brownwood, 6:30 p.m. BASEBALL Glen Rose at Brownwood, 7 p.m. BOYS REGIONAL GOLF Brownwood…
COLLEGE STATION, Texas—Texas A&M Forest Service recognized participants of the Texas A&M Forest Service Leadership Institute (TFSLI) during a graduation ceremony held…
April 10, 2026 Friend, Welcome back to the Pfluger Fly-By, a weekly roundup of the work I am doing to…
AUSTIN – The Public Safety Commission (PSC), along with Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Colonel Freeman F. Martin, recognized…
More than 80 images, courtesy of special contributor Steve Nash, from Saturday morning’s portion of the event at the Brown…
Participates In Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Of Palo Pinto Mountains State Park AUSTIN — Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated the…
Ask me in October what I love best about the outdoors and I will probably say that nothing compares to…
STEPHENVILLE – The Brownwood Lady Lions dropped a fourth consecutive District 6-4A softball decision, 8-5 at Stephenville Friday night, and…
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Obituaries
Robert Richardson
Robert “Bob” Richardson, 90, of Brownwood, Texas, who departed this life on April 12, 2026, at the age of 90.…
Charles ‘Coach’ Brewster
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our dear Charles “Coach” Brewster of Rochelle, who left…
Martha Jo Bailey
Martha Jo Bailey, beloved mother, grandmother, and neighbor, passed away on April 10, 2026, at the age of 92. Born…
Tamara ‘Tammie’ Lynn Rodriquez
Tamara “Tammie” Lynn Rodriquez, a devoted wife, mother, and skilled homemaker, passed away peacefully surrounded by her cherished children and…
Willie James Strength
Willie James Strength, a devoted family man and cherished member of his community, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 5,…
Trending Stories
Good Samaritan Ministries hosts 17th Empty Bowls Project at Brownwood Coliseum
April 9, 2026
Story, photos courtesy of Steve Nash – Special Contributor to BrownwoodNews.com Brown County showed its generosity once again Thursday as
PHOTOS: Hendrick Health and Resource Fair
April 7, 2026
More than 50 photos of the some of the activities taking place at the annual event, hosted by Hendrick Medical
PHOTOS: Great Easter Egg Hunt in Early
April 4, 2026
Due to recent rains, the egg hunt at the Early Town Center was replaced by an egg giveaway, trick or
‘120 Years of Impact’ highlighted at annual Chamber banquet
April 2, 2026
Story, photos by Steve Nash – Special Contributor to BrownwoodNews.com With a theme of “120 Years of Impact,” the Brownwood
Fifteen months into the job, Emily Fulton making her mark as Early band director
April 3, 2026
Story, photos by Steve Nash – Special Contributor to BrownwoodNews.com EARLY – As a December 2024 graduate of Abilene Christian
Historic Lions soccer season ends in regional final, again against Bridgeport, 3-0
March 31, 2026
STEPHENVILLE – Competing in their first-ever regional championship game, the Brownwood Lions’ historic soccer season reached its conclusion with a
‘Out of the Box’ with Dallas Huston: The birth of the Harris Ratings System
The Harris Ratings System, which originated around 1962, is not called that anymore. It’s called Harris Ratings Weekly. It still has the same purpose. It ranks the power of every high school football team in…
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: Finally whole
Accounts of folks “pulling themselves up by their boot straps” warm hearts; when such is done without boots, it’s a whole ‘nuther thing. “Wholeness” was achieved in January when Brian Janak received a phone call he…
LUKE CLAYTON: Spring Turkey Season is Special
Ask me in October what I love best about the outdoors and I will probably say that nothing compares to the preparation before archery whitetail season and then settling into that blind on opening day…
Pfluger Fly-By: April 10, 2026
April 10, 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 is always an honor to represent the…
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Brown County 4-H News: April 10
April 2026 April 10th- Deadline to apply for Master Gardeners Scholarship April 15th- Entry deadline for Senior Photography…
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…
Brown County Sheriff’s Office Report: April 14
The following information was provided by the Brown County Sheriff’s Office: On Friday, April 10, 2026, at 0805 hours, I, Brown County Deputy Sheriff TJ Harrell, took a phone call from Jodi Lynn Hancock for an animal…
53rd Annual Brownwood Bass Club Open Tournament April 12
The Brownwood Bass Club’s 52nd Annual Open Tournament will take place Sunday, April 12 at Lake Brownwood. Hours will be 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. and the weigh-in line begins at 2:30 p.m. at the spillway. Contestants must…
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Statewide News
Texas A&M Forest Service celebrates sixth cohort of Leadership Institute graduates
COLLEGE STATION, Texas—Texas A&M Forest Service recognized participants of the Texas A&M Forest Service Leadership Institute (TFSLI) during a graduation ceremony held…
DPS Honors Heroic Actions at April Public Safety Commission Meeting
AUSTIN – The Public Safety Commission (PSC), along with Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Colonel Freeman F. Martin, recognized…
Governor Abbott Opens First New Texas State Park In Nearly Two Decades
Participates In Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Of Palo Pinto Mountains State Park AUSTIN — Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated the…
Texas Hits New Historic High For Total Jobs
AUSTIN ‒ Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated the strength and resilience of the Texas economy as the state gained 40,100…
New Texas Law Increases Difficulties for Smoke Shops and Hemp Facilities
Article written by Jake Lehrer The Texas Department of State Health Services has passed many new regulations to the consumable…
National News
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