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After a final interview earlier this week, the Maypearl ISD Board of Trustees voted to name Bangs ISD Superintendent Dr.…
The Brownwood Public Library, in partnership with a local nonprofit organization called Soldier’s Cross, is offering classes on beginner, intermediate…
State Representative David Spiller has requested more time for the selection of the route of a proposed electrical power line…
No criminal cases were filed this week in the Brown County Clerk’s office. The following marriage licenses were filed from…
The following information was provided by the Brown County Sheriff’s Office: On 3/5/26, at approximately 1513 hours, Deputy Hopson responded…
HICO – The Bangs Lady Dragons placed third as a team, while the Bangs Dragons came in fifth in the…
ABILENE – Facing a pair of Class 6A opponents to start the Abilene baseball tournament Thursday, the Brownwood Lions twice…
BURLESON – Soggy conditions couldn’t slow down the reigning Class 4A track and field state champion Brownwood Lady Lions Thursday,…
COMANCHE – The Brownwood Lions finished fourth in the final team standings at the Comanche Tribe Relays Thursday, generating 80…
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will offer a two-part professional food manager certification training on May 18th and 19th in…
ALBANY – The Early Longhorns baseball team opened the Albany tournament Thursday with a second consecutive victory, 10-1 over the…
As spring storm season approaches, the Brown County Office of Emergency Management is reminding all residents that the county’s emergency…
COLORADO CITY – The May Tigers opened their baseball season Thursday afternoon with a 7-3 neutral site victory over the…
The NJCAA Division III Women’s Basketball National Championship tournament teams have been announced. The NJCAA selection show for the tournament…
Opportunities remain for organizations in the Brown County area to submit project requests for Howard Payne University’s William B. Dean,…
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Obituaries
James Earnest Hicks
James Earnest Hicks (Jim) passed away February 28, 2026 at Scott & White Hospital in Temple, Tx. at the age…
Marylee Nurmi
Marylee Nurmi, age 94, passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, in Coleman, Texas. She was born in Dailey, Colorado…
Dorothy Perkins
Dorothy Elizabeth “Goldie” Perkins, 79, passed away on March 3, 2026. The family will host a visitation on Friday, March…
Joyce Middleton Burt
Joyce Middleton Burt, 92, of Brownwood passed away March 4, 2026. The obituary is currently being prepared by the family.…
Ronald Max Wilkinson
Ronald Max Wilkinson, 74, of Early, passed away on March 5, 2026. The obituary is currently being prepared by the…
Trending Stories
Kelton, Becktold, Hunter, Jenkins and King among primary winners
March 3, 2026
Story by Derrick Stuckly / Photos by Steve Nash With 31 contested races on the Republican ballot for the Brown
County Judge, Precinct 4 County Commissioner races headed for runoffs
March 3, 2026
Story by Derrick Stuckly / Photos by Steve Nash Two of the races in the Republican portion of March 3
County Judge Shane Britton remains suspended without pay by State Commission on Judicial Conduct
February 25, 2026
The Brown County Courthouse shared with media outlets on Wednesday afternoon the following release from the State Commission on Judicial
Construction at Shops of Commerce anticipated to be complete in October
February 25, 2026
All five tenants at the future Shops on Commerce have officially registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
Brownwood moving forward in pursuit of possible $1 million grant for downtown
February 24, 2026
During Tuesday morning’s meeting, the Brownwood City Council adopted a resolution authorizing the submission of a Texas Community Development Block
Information on How to Comment on Proposed New Oncor Electrical Power Line in Brown County
February 23, 2026
The Oncor Electric Delivery Company has proposed a new electricity transmission line called the Dinosaur-Longshore Transmission Line, which might cross
‘Out of the Box’ with Dallas Huston: Basketball upsets
Rather than going backward like I normally do in this column and try to do something that‘s going on now or will be going on, instead what I would really like to do is go…
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: My Uncle Mort and bat houses
My Uncle Mort sometimes has “bats in his belfry.” Fact is, he’s heard such second, third and fourth-hand opinions so many times that he’s begun research about these flying mammals. Now, he swells with pride when…
LUKE CLAYTON: Wild Pork Can Be Great Eating
Most folks that read my column, listen to my radio shows or watch my outdoor adventures on A Sportsmans Life TV show probably know I absolutely love hunting wild hogs and enjoying the pork from…
Pfluger Fly-By: February 27, 2026
February 27, 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 another rewarding week serving the best…
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Announcements, Events & Public Notices
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: March 6
The following information was provided by the Brown County Sheriff’s Office: On 3/5/26, at approximately 1513 hours, Deputy Hopson responded to Blarney Dr for a Theft report. The victim advised approximately 120 feet of AWG 3/0 wire…
Fishing Reports 2/25/26
The following fishing reports are provided by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for the week of February 25: LAKE BROWNWOOD SLOW. Water stained; 58 degrees; 3.22 feet below pool. Black bass to 8.23 pounds are excellent…
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Statewide News
Gov. Abbott comments on mass shooting in Austin
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today released the following statement on the tragic attack in Austin that occurred early Sunday morning:…
Governor Abbott Statement On Iranian Action
AUSTIN — Governor Greg Abbott released the following statement on President Trump’s decisive action against the Iranian regime: “Texas stands…
Governor Abbott, President Trump Highlight Texas Energy Dominance
CORPUS CHRISTI — Governor Greg Abbott and President Donald J. Trump recently highlighted the strength of Texas’ booming economy at…
Two of Texas’ Most Wanted Captured in Houston and Waco
AUSTIN – Two of Texas’ 10 Most Wanted are back in custody following their recent arrests. Authorities captured Carl Hegert…
Governor Abbott Urges Texans To Heed Federal Travel Warnings Amid Escalating Violence In Parts Of Mexico
Texas Department Of Public Safety Is Coordinating With U.S. Department Of State And FBI AUSTIN — Texas Governor Greg Abbott…
National News
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- NPR reporter stunned by Venezuela visit, locals say 'a weight has been lifted' after Maduro's removal March 6, 2026 Joseph A. Wulfsohn
- Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III is poised for free agency after the Seahawks' franchise tag decision March 6, 2026 Chantz Martin