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The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce held its biennial Economic Summit last week on Thursday, February 26. A large crowd…
Eight members of the Brownwood Lady Lions basketball team, which posted the second-most wins in a single season in program…
Story by Derrick Stuckly / Photos by Steve Nash Two of the races in the Republican portion of March 3…
Story by Derrick Stuckly / Photos by Steve Nash With 31 contested races on the Republican ballot for the Brown…
GATESVILLE – After placing fourth in the final District 5-4A soccer standings a year ago, the Brownwood Lions earned at…
No. 16 Lady Lions secure share of second straight district soccer title with a 5-0 win at Gatesville
GATESVILLE – The No. 16 Brownwood Lady Lions secured no worse than a share of their second consecutive District 5-4A…
The Brownwood Lady Lions exploded for a season-high in runs, walloping Class 3A Llano by a 21-3 count Tuesday night…
The following are the 21-A all-district basketball selections for the May Tigers and May Lady Tigers for the 2025-26 season.…
LIPAN – The Brownwood Lions ‘A’ golf team placed second at the Brock Battle at the Brazos Wednesday at Sugar…
Zoning Board of Adjustment Agenda Regular Meeting Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 4:00 p.m. Council Chambers, City Hall 501 Center Avenue,…
Howard Payne University will present a duo recital by Drs. Kent and In-Ja Eshelman on Thursday, March 5, at 7:30…
Early Lady Horns 18, Millsap 1 EARLY – The Early Lady Horns cruised to an 18-1 victory over Millsap Tuesday…
HAMILTON – The No. 21 May Tigers suffered the most brutal of defeats, falling by a single point to No.…
The Brownwood High tennis team hosted its own tournament Tuesday, where the Lions and Lady Lions earned one championship, three…
The Brownwood Art Association is inviting the public to attend the opening reception for a new exhibit at the Brownwood…
The following information was provided by the Brown County Sheriff’s Office: On 03/03/26, at approximately 0128 hours, Deputies Ethan Fox…
Azusa, Calif.—Azusa Pacific University President Adam J. Morris, PhD, named Brownwood, Texas, resident Dale Meinecke, PhD, as vice president for advancement following a…
The Lyric shared the following information on social media: This Saturday, March 7 at 7:30 p.m., experience an evening of…
The office of District Attorney Micheal Murray issued the following press release regarding felony cases heard in 35th District Court…
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Obituaries
Joe ‘Double’ Blair
Joe Edward “Double” Blair, 74, of Brownwood, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2026, surrounded by the love of his…
Jerry Marney
“When everything fails look up to Jesus” by Jerry Marney Jerry Dean Marney, age 86 of Bangs, Texas passed away…
Juel Ann Holtzclaw
A funeral service for Juel Ann Holtzclaw, 81, of Goldthwaite, will be held at noon Saturday, March 7 at First…
William Henry ‘Scotty’ Oliver
William Henry “Scotty” Oliver, 89, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 1, 2026, in San Saba, Texas. Born…
James Freddie Smith
Born in Oildale, California, James — known as “Chappy” to his classmates in Eagle Pass — made his way to…
Trending Stories
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
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
‘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
Wildfire preparedness encouraged as conditions remain warm and dry across Texas
We cannot control when disasters strike, but we can make sure we are prepared. Freeze-cured grasses, unseasonably warm temperatures and dry conditions will support increased potential for wildfire activity into early spring 2026. Texas A&M Forest Service urges all…
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 3
The following information was provided by the Brown County Sheriff’s Office: On 03/03/26, at approximately 0128 hours, Deputies Ethan Fox and John Geis were dispatched to CR 606, Brownwood, Tx 76801 regarding a Burglary. Deputies made contact…
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…
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