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The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet posted the following information on its Facebook page: The Brownwood Area Chamber…
No criminal cases were filed this week in the Brown County Clerk’s office. The following marriage licenses were filed from…
The District 5-4A soccer champion Brownwood Lions will head into postseason play with a 13-match unbeaten streak following Thursday’s 2-0…
In their final action before the start of postseason play, the District 5-4A soccer co-champion Brownwood Lady Lions got back…
SAN ANGELO – The Brownwood Lions’ two-game win streak came to end with a pair of losses at Class 6A…
The 12-team NJCAA Division III Women’s Basketball National Championship tournament rolled on Thursday with five contests at the Brownwood Coliseum,…
COMANCHE – The Early Longhorns remained undefeated in the month of March and in District 8-3A baseball competition, notching their…
FaithWorks Legacy and Prophetess Aila, are Hosting an Open Heaven Praise & Worship Gathering this Saturday March 14th @ 12pm. A City-Wide Praise & Worship…
We have all heard about the growth of Artificial Intelligence, but what really is it and how does it affect…
Live music will take center stage at Pat Coursey Park during this year’s Spring Art Stomp in downtown Brownwood on…
BUILDING & STANDARDS COMMISSION AGENDA Council Chambers, City Hall 501 Center Avenue, Brownwood, Texas 4:00 p.m., Thursday, March 19th, 2026…
The real estate market in Brown County has been strong in the first two months of 2026, according to data…
The 12-team NJCAA Division III Women’s Basketball National Championship tournament tipped off Wednesday at the Brownwood Coliseum, as teams from…
GOLDTHWAITE – The Bangs Dragons baseball team notched a second consecutive victory, upending the Goldthwaite Eagles, 5-2, Wednesday night. Bangs…
EARLY – The Early Lady Horns improved to 4-0 in District 8-3A softball action and stretched their win streak to…
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Obituaries
Miguel Perez
Miguel Perez, 68, of San Saba, Texas, passed away on March 12, 2026. He was born to Eugenio and Josephine…
Ingrid Westmoreland
Ingrid Proksch Westmoreland, 80, passed away March 9, 2026. A graveside service will be held at Lost Creek Cemetery in…
Winnefred Earl Briggs
Winnefred Earl Briggs, 60, passed away on March 9, 2026. He will be interred at the Coleman City Cemetery where…
William Darrell Ellis
William Darrell Ellis, 87, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2026. Darrell’s family will host a visitation at 1 PM…
Annis Walker
Mrs. Annis Walker, who was honored at Brownwood’s 2024 Juneteenth celebration as the city’s oldest living Black citizen, has passed…
Trending Stories
Early High School FFA Tractor Tech Team takes top prize at state competition in Houston
March 9, 2026
HOUSTON – The Early High School FFA Tractor Team won the state competition at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
Lions procure outright 5-4A soccer championship with PK shootout victory over Stephenville
March 6, 2026
The last time the Brownwood Lions secured an outright district soccer championship, Michael Westerman was on the field, but as
Spiller Requests More Time For Electrical Line Project
March 6, 2026
State Representative David Spiller has requested more time for the selection of the route of a proposed electrical power line
Bangs’ Dr. Josh Martin named lone finalist for Maypearl ISD Superintendent
March 6, 2026
After a final interview earlier this week, the Maypearl ISD Board of Trustees voted to name Bangs ISD Superintendent Dr.
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
‘Out of the Box’ with Dallas Huston: NCAA Basketball Tournament
Basketball week to me is where you get all the teams and you put them in order, the NCAA, therefore you have a one, two, three and four all the way down to sixteen. Then…
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: Mort and his mailbox
My Uncle Mort is committed to establishing a “Go Fund Me” campaign for postal workers of America, retroactive to whenever early voting began. He suggests joint beneficiaries–directing one-half of the proceeds to whichever “save the trees”…
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: March 6, 2026
March 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 another fantastic week representing 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…
Early Town Center Boardwalk Grand Opening and MLF BASS Pro Tour Watch Party set for March 26-29
The Early Town Center Boardwalk Grand Opening and MLF BASS Pro Tour Watch Party is scheduled for the weekend of March 26-29 The Grand Opening is sponsored by 3M, Texas Bank, Solaris Energy Infrastructure, Early Municipal Development…
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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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- GOP lawmakers would strip citizenship from terrorists after attacks tied to naturalized citizens March 13, 2026 Peter Pinedo
- Trump says US ‘obliterated’ military targets in strike on key Iranian oil hub: 'Powerful bombing raids' March 13, 2026 Amanda Macias
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