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Work continues at the new Common Grounds Coffee House and Deli, located at the former Central Fire Station at the…
The Brownwood Police Department provided the following information regarding a vehicle accident on Coggin Avenue early Friday: “At approximately 12:20…
Trey Toft, a 10th-grade student from Brookesmith, and his partner Hayden Blevins of Talpa competed in Team Roping at the…
The Brownwood/Brown County Health Department received 107 positive COVID-19 test results. Of the 107 positives, 54 were PCR, and 53…
The Brownwood-Brown County Health Department will host a COVID-19 vaccination clinic for ages 12 years old and older on August…
A story on the American Rescue Plan recommendations can be found here.
On Wednesday, July 21, Deputy Mason Fabbiani was dispatched to an address on County Road 291. This was in regard…
The following cases were filed in the Brown County Clerk’s office from July 16 through July 22: Pineda, Juan Miguel…
The state has provided funding to assist individuals in Brown Country and Cornerstone Community Action Agency is available to help residents.…
DATES TO REMEMBER July 26 – Deadline to Apply for Star Awards (Bronze, Silver, & Gold Star) 27 – Hunter…
A new hog contraceptive is available in Texas to help control the growth of the feral hog population over time.…
Obituaries
Jerry Thompson
Funeral service for Jerry Thompson, 70 of Balch Springs, Texas is pending with Brownwood Funeral Home. He died on Friday,…
Fred Boshers
Fred Boshers, 85, of Brownwood, Texas, went home to be with the Lord surrounded by family Thursday, July 22, 2021.…
Tate Austin Crawford
Tate Austin Crawford, 11 years old, fell into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, July 22, 2021 in Big Spring,…
Archie Lancaster, Sr.
Archie Lancaster, Sr., age 63, of Coleman, died Thursday, July 22, 2021, at Coleman County Medical Center. Funeral arrangements are…
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Harris Broadband purchased by Grande Communications
July 21, 2021
According to multiple media outlets, Harris Broadband was purchased by Grande Communications on Tuesday. Harris Broadband serves approximately 6,000 customers in Brownwood and Early. According to an article on nexttv.com, the deal – terms of which were
Brownwood resident 20 days, 200-plus miles into hike from Canada to Mexico
July 19, 2021
Brownwood resident Christopher Gaston gave an update early Monday morning on Facebook regarding his 2,653-mile trek from Canada to Mexico along the Pacific Crest Trail. Gaston posted, “I am alive. I have been on the trail 20
Black vulture depredation permits available in Texas
July 15, 2021
More ranchers are finding their livestock, particularly newborn or young animals, falling victim to black vultures. Although the birds are primarily carrion scavengers, they’re also a predatory species that kill kid goats, calves and lambs when the
Zephyr’s Local Cuts Meat Co. prepping for August opening
July 14, 2021
ZEPHYR – “Your way is our way.” That’s the slogan of Local Cuts Meat Co., a 12,000 square foot federal USDA facility located at 3024 FM 1467 South in Zephyr that is set to open in August
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Brown County 4-H News – July 22
DATES TO REMEMBER July 26 – Deadline to Apply for Star Awards (Bronze, Silver, & Gold Star) 27 – Hunter Education Classroom Course 8:00am – 5:00pm at Brownwood Claybird Club at Brownwood Country Club August 2 –…
Fishing Report 7/22/21
The following fishing reports are provided by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for the week of July 22: LAKE BROWNWOOD Fishing is fair. Water lightly stained; 88 degrees; 0.01 feet low. Largemouth bass are fair with…
Brown County Sheriff’s Report – July 23
On Wednesday, July 21, Deputy Mason Fabbiani was dispatched to an address on County Road 291. This was in regard to animal cruelty. Contact was made with the owner of the horse. Pictures were taken and options…
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Statewide News
Abbott won’t impose new mask mandate despite increasing COVID-19 cases
Gov. Greg Abbott says he will not impose another statewide mask mandate, despite COVID-19 cases being on the rise again. “There will…
Jeff Bezos Launches Into Space From Texas
From a launch pad in West Texas, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos launched into space today with three other civilian astronauts.…
Abbott pleased with state’s job numbers for June
Governor Greg Abbott on Friday issued a statement following the Texas Workforce Commission’s (TWC) release of June employment numbers showing…
Texas A&M Forest Service sends additional personnel to help fight wildfires burning in western states
More than 70 Texas A&M Forest Service personnel are currently deployed to wildfire incidents across multiple western states including Arizona,…