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Live music will take center stage at Pat Coursey Park during this year’s Spring Art Stomp in downtown Brownwood on…
The real estate market in Brown County has been strong in the first two months of 2026, according to data…
We have all heard about the growth of Artificial Intelligence, but what really is it and how does it affect…
BUILDING & STANDARDS COMMISSION AGENDA Council Chambers, City Hall 501 Center Avenue, Brownwood, Texas 4:00 p.m., Thursday, March 19th, 2026…
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…
The Texas Department of Public Safety issued the following details regarding recent fatality accidents in Comanche and Callahan counties. On…
The sales taxes received this month in all three cities in Brown County were lower than March 2025. This information…
Story by Steve Nash / Special Contributor to BrownwoodNews.com EARLY — A drone show featuring 200 drones flying over the…
Story, photo by Steve Nash / Special Contributor to BrownwoodNews.com EARLY – Early City Council members approved agreements Tuesday that…
Story, photo by Steve Nash / Special Contributor to BrownwoodNews.com EARLY – Early City Administrator Tony Aaron introduced at Tuesday’s…
BANGS – The Bangs Dragons baseball team logged its second victory of the 2026 campaign with a 7-6 home victory…
Nearly 40 images from opening night at the Brownwood Event Center. Games for the 12 teams across the country begin…
Central Texas Farm Credit is proud to announce the promotion of Andrew Young to Branch Manager II, recognizing more than…
EARLY – The Early Longhorns baseball team stretched its win streak to five games, capturing its District 8-3A opener at…
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Obituaries
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…
Joe Donald Hopkins
Joe Donald Hopkins, 86, passed away peacefully on March 1, at his home in Brady, Texas surrounded by his family…
Leonard Charles Westra, Sr.
Leonard Charles Westra, Sr., age 82, of Lohn, Texas, passed away Thursday, March 5, 2026, of congestive heart failure at…
Michael Owens
Michael Leslie Owens, age 73, of Voca, passed away Friday, March 6, 2026 at his residence in Voca. Michael, son…
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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- Maryland teen charged as adult for alleged stabbing in high school bathroom March 12, 2026 Eric Mack
- US Army offers up to $5,000 reward for information after 4 drones stolen from Fort Campbell in Kentucky March 12, 2026 Alex Nitzberg
- Dems vote to keep DHS closed despite airport chaos, Iranian sleeper cell threat March 12, 2026 Alex Miller
- Cruise line jacks up mandatory gratuities for travelers as 9 in 10 Americans blast tipping March 12, 2026 Ashley J. DiMella
- NYPD heroes, inspired by 9/11, ran toward danger as suspected terrorists targeted NYC March 12, 2026 Taylor Penley
- Pentagon estimates Iran war cost $11.3B in the first six days in closed-door congressional hearing: report March 12, 2026 Alex Nitzberg
- Journalist loses nearly $10,000 in year-long NFL gambling experiment March 12, 2026 Brian Flood
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