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Brownwood moving forward in pursuit of possible $1 million grant for downtown
- February 24, 2026 10:50 am·
During Tuesday morning’s meeting, the Brownwood City Council adopted a resolution authorizing the submission of a Texas Community Development Block…

NJCAA Women’s Basketball National Championship Tip-Off Festival March 10
- February 24, 2026 10:20 am·
The NJCAA Women’s Basketball National Championship Tournament is inviting the public to the “Tournament Tip-Off Festival” being held at 6:00pm…

Lion golfers fire team score of 354 at Wimberley
- February 24, 2026 10:15 am·
WIMBERLEY – The Brownwood Lions posted a 354 team score Monday at the Rattler Spring Classic hosted by San Marcos…

THE IDLE AMERICAN: An Aggie who done good
- February 24, 2026 5:44 am·
He’s likely been a “forward thinker” since “diaper days” some 80 years ago. Glenn Dromgoole–my friend of almost 60 years–probably can…

Wheels That Move The World returns March 14
- February 24, 2026 12:44 pm·
The City of Brownwood and the Martin & Frances Lehnis Railroad Museum announce the return of the annual Wheels That…

Brown County Sheriff’s Office Report: Feb. 24
- February 24, 2026 12:09 pm·
The following information was provided by the Brown County Sheriff’s Office: On February 20, 2026, at 0916 hours, Deputy Hayden…

No. 21 May uses 28-2 run to demoralize Lingleville in 78-29 bi-district victory
- February 23, 2026 8:39 pm·
ZEPHYR – The No. 21 May Tigers owned a seven-point lead over the Lingleville Cardinals with 6:16 left in the…

Shaw places first, Musick second at Stars of Texas Paint-Off
- February 23, 2026 7:54 pm·
Saturday, Feb. 21, artists gathered to show their skills at the annual Paint-Off competition sponsored by the Arts Council of…

Chamber’s Economic Summit slated for Feb. 26
- February 23, 2026 3:08 pm·
The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce issued the following press release Monday afternoon: Join us for the 2026 Economic Summit…

‘Wild Adventures: A Smart Zoo Experience’ invades Brownwood Event Center
- February 23, 2026 3:03 pm·
On Monday afternoon, I Heart Cookies brought its “Wild Adventures: A Smart Zoo Experience” to the Brownwood Event Center. Based…

Zoning Board of Adjustment to meet March 10
- February 23, 2026 1:46 pm·
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING The City of Brownwood Zoning Board of Adjustment shall conduct a public hearing for the following…

American Legion Post 196 benefit event at Brownwood Claybird Club April 25
- February 23, 2026 1:18 pm·

Commissioners Discuss Which Offices to Move to New Building
- February 23, 2026 1:17 pm·
At today’s meeting of the Brown County Commissioners Court, discussion was held concerning the relocation of certain County offices. In…

City of Bangs receives $225,000 grant through Texas General Land Office’s Resilient Communities Program
- February 23, 2026 11:55 am·
The City of Bangs posted the following information on social media Monday morning: The City of Bangs is proud to…

Focus on Public Education in Texas at March 2 Spiritual Progressives Meeting
- February 23, 2026 10:59 am·
The Spiritual Progressives will hold their quarterly meeting at the Lyric Theater, 318 Center Ave. in Brownwood, Monday March 2,…

Information on How to Comment on Proposed New Oncor Electrical Power Line in Brown County
- February 23, 2026 10:09 am·
The Oncor Electric Delivery Company has proposed a new electricity transmission line called the Dinosaur-Longshore Transmission Line, which might cross…

Lions golf team places 15th at Region I-4A preview tournament
- February 23, 2026 7:24 am·
LUBBOCK – The Brownwood Lions golf team placed 15th in the field of 25 teams at the Region I-4A tournament…

1,578 ballots cast during first week of early voting for March 3 Primary
- February 23, 2026 7:16 am·
Through the first week of early voting in Brown County for the March 3 Primary election, 1,578 ballots have been…

Governor Abbott Urges Texans To Heed Federal Travel Warnings Amid Escalating Violence In Parts Of Mexico
- February 23, 2026 6:24 am·
Texas Department Of Public Safety Is Coordinating With U.S. Department Of State And FBI AUSTIN — Texas Governor Greg Abbott…

‘Out of the Box’ with Dallas Huston: Team USA Ice Hockey
- February 23, 2026 5:40 am·
Well, this isn’t supposed to be dated time wise, but I’ll be honest with you. I’m doing this on Sunday…
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Obituaries

Brenda Joyce Chamberlain
Brenda Joyce Chamberlain, 73, of Brownwood, passed away on February 23, 2026. She was born on June 2, 1952, to…

Donnie Lee Boatright
Donnie Lee Boatright, 92, passed away February 22, 2026, loved and surrounded by family in her home. A visitation will…

Frances Ann Baker
Frances Ann (Casey) Baker, 91, of Blanket passed away Thursday, February 19, 2026. A visitation will be held from 6:00…

Delena Shaw Hunt
Delena Shaw Hunt of Goldthwaite, TX passed away Wednesday, February 18th. Delena was born in Wharton, TX and grew up…

Harvey Joe Reynolds
Harvey Joe Reynolds (Joe), 75 of Brownwood, Texas passed away Thursday, February 19, 2026 after a brief illness. Harvey was…
Trending Stories

Lions outlast Lampasas in penalty kick shootout to stay perfect in district
February 20, 2026
The greatest threat to the Brownwood Lions’ flawless District 5-4A soccer record came in the form of the Lampasas Badgers

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

Brownwood powerlifters bring home six gold medals from Godley meet
February 13, 2026
GODLEY – The Brownwood Lady Lions and Lions combined for six gold medals Thursday at Godley’s powerlifting meet, and also

The Glamour Shop receives Legacy Award at Downtown Brownwood, Inc. banquet
February 12, 2026
The Annual Downtown Brownwood, Inc. Banquet, rescheduled from Jan. 27 due to winter weather, took place inside the Brownwood Event

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

‘Out of the Box’ with Dallas Huston: Team USA Ice Hockey
Well, this isn’t supposed to be dated time wise, but I’ll be honest with you. I’m doing this on Sunday morning. I didn’t go to church because I was sick and hopefully I’m close to…
- February 23, 2026 5:40 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: An Aggie who done good
He’s likely been a “forward thinker” since “diaper days” some 80 years ago. Glenn Dromgoole–my friend of almost 60 years–probably can trace his “can do” spirit back to pre-school tricycle races. A proud graduate of Sour…
- February 24, 2026 5:44 am·

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…
- February 22, 2026 9:33 am·

Pfluger Fly-By: Feb. 20, 2026
February 20, 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 great week representing the greatest…
- February 21, 2026 6:00 am·
Sports

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·

Brown County Sheriff’s Office Report: Feb. 24
The following information was provided by the Brown County Sheriff’s Office: On February 20, 2026, at 0916 hours, Deputy Hayden Donahoo was dispatched to a Found Property call at Main St in Brownwood, Tx 76801. Information and…
- February 24, 2026 12:09 pm·

American Legion Post 196 benefit event at Brownwood Claybird Club April 25
- February 23, 2026 1:18 pm·
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Statewide News

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…
- February 23, 2026·

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·
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