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The Brown County Courthouse shared with media outlets on Wednesday afternoon the following release from the State Commission on Judicial…
All five tenants at the future Shops on Commerce have officially registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation…
The District 5-4A front-running Brownwood Lady Lions soccer team is ranked No. 17 in Class 4A this week by the…
The office of District Attorney Micheal Murray issued the following press release regarding felony cases recently heard in 35th District…
The Kiwanis Club of Brownwood invites members of the community to their weekly meeting 2/26 to hear from Dr. Joan…
Charles Cooper is a certified Physician Assistant with more than 25 years of clinical experience in internal and family medicine.…
Marisha Stidom is a Brownwood native and has been married to Ronald Stidom for 15 years. She has a seven-year-old…
Harold E. Hogan is a Brownwood native; he graduated from Brownwood High in 1984. He immediately went to work for…
No stranger to the Brownwood community, Renee Carrathus is a philanthropist, entrepreneur and giver to so many. Renee was born…
Story, photo by Steve Nash / Special Contributor to BrownwoodNews.com The City of Early has received a $200,000 state grant…
Story, photo by Steve Nash / Special Contributor to BrownwoodNews.com EARLY – The Early Fire Department will begin the process…
Story, photo by Steve Nash / Special Contributor to BrownwoodNews.com EARLY — For the first time, the Early Police Department…
SAN ANGELO – The Brownwood Lady Lions softball team was dealt a third consecutive defeat Tuesday night, falling at Class…
AZLE – The No. 20 May Lady Tigers bowed out of the playoffs in the Class A Division I Region…
HICO – The District 25-A champion Zephyr Bulldogs opened their postseason run with a 67-50 victory over the Abbott Panthers…
SAN ANGELO – Competing in the playoffs for the first time since 2015, the Bangs Dragons captured their first bi-district…
According to District Attorney Micheal Murray, during the February 2026 session of the Brown County Grand Jury, 23 true bills…
The City of Brownwood and the Martin & Frances Lehnis Railroad Museum announce the return of the annual Wheels That…
The following information was provided by the Brown County Sheriff’s Office: On February 20, 2026, at 0916 hours, Deputy Hayden…
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Obituaries
Johnny Lee Nye
Johnny Lee Nye, born February 10, 1970 in Hemet, California, went to be with our Lord and Savior on February…
Max Lee Stabel
Max Lee Stabel, age 78, of Menard, Texas, passed away peacefully on the afternoon of Friday February 20th in Menard.…
Rev. C.H. ‘Butch’ Airheart
Reverend Chester Henry “Butch” Airheart, age 85, of Brady, Texas, passed away Monday, February 23, 2026, in Brady. “Butch,” as…
Wilma Dee Neal
Wilma Dee Neal, age 94, of McCulloch County, Texas, left her earthly home on her way to her eternal home…
Delbert Hutchings
Delbert Hutchings, age 89, of Brownwood, passed away on February 23, 2026, in Brownwood. A memorial service will be held Saturday,…
Trending Stories
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
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
‘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…
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: 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…
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: 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…
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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…
8-year sentence handed down in 35th District Court for Online Solicitation of a Minor
The office of District Attorney Micheal Murray issued the following press release regarding felony cases recently heard in 35th District Court by Judge Mike Smith. Frank Ross Greenwood, on probation for the felony offense of Online Solicitation…
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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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
National News
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