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Brown County Commissioners Court members accepted the resignation Wednesday of Precinct 4 Constable Michael Isbell, who said he is stepping…
Brownwood ISD is proud to announce that current staff members Graylon Brown and Brandon Florey will be taking on new…
Third place in the world. Not bad, not bad at all, Early High School Future Problem Solving team. The seven-member…
Districtwide seal coat project to start in Lampasas next week. June 17, 2026 BROWNWOOD – Beginning Monday, June 22, 2026,…
CITY OF BROWNWOOD Council Agenda – Regular Called Meeting 9:00 a.m., Tuesday, June 23, 2026 Council Chambers, City Hall 501…
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) welcomed 69 new Texas Highway Patrol Troopers from Recruit Class D-2025…
After months of raising concerns directly with the Public Utility Commission (PUC), Spiller signs amicus brief urging Commission to evaluate…
WACO, Texas – Texas State Technical College (TSTC) welcomes Governor Greg Abbott’s appointment of Frank Denton to the TSTC Board…
The Brownwood High School Cheerleaders earned the following accolades at the UCA – Grapevine 6 Camp at Great Wolf Lodge.…
The Lyric Theatre’s production of “Shrek the Musical” opens at 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 26 for a three-weekend run, and…
COUNCIL MEETING – SPECIAL CALLED Workshop City Hall – 960 Early Blvd. MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026 3:00 PM AGENDA A.…
Recent rains gave Lake Brownwood a modest boost, raising water levels slightly while adding much-needed runoff to the area. According…
Producers, landowners, hay growers, and agricultural professionals are invited to attend the Heart of Texas New World Screwworm & Pasture…
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) announces two leadership changes, which were confirmed by the Public…
Registration is now open for Kids Summer Art Camps with Joy Ferguson at the Brownwood Art Center, located at 215…
The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce will host its June Business After Hours today, Tuesday, June 16, from 4:00 to…
Pre-registration deadline for Howard Payne University’s Summer and Young Scholars program is June 27 BROWNWOOD – June 12, 2026 The…
Most practical jokes are funny unless they happen to you. Back in the ‘60s, Gordon Wood and Morris Southall were…
Final Results from the 2026 Coleman PRCA Rodeo courtesy of Colemantoday.com. All-around cowboy: Dalton Walker, $309, steer wrestling and steer roping.…
AUSTIN — On Saturday, Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced the launch of a free online course to expand the number of certified…
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Obituaries
Donald Hayes Riley, Sr.
Donald Hayes Riley, Sr., age 88, passed away peacefully while surrounded by family onSaturday, June 13, 2026, at his residence…
Charles “Coach” Brewster
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our dear Charles “Coach” Brewster of Rochelle, who left…
David Hefner
David Hefner, 78, of May, Texas, passed away on June 13, 2026, following a long and courageous battle with cancer.…
Larry and Bobbie Hounshell
Larry and Bobbie Hounshell of Brownwood, Texas passed away on June 9, 2026. Larry was born on June 27, 1956…
Pamela Anice Davis
Pamela Anice Davis, a beloved schoolteacher known for her kind and giving spirit, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2026,…
Trending Stories
PHOTOS: Brownwood Mini-Cheer Camp
June 12, 2026
Nearly 100 images from Friday’s show that wrapped up three days of camp at the Brownwood Middle School gym.
Operation Safe Lion III allows first responders chance to sharpen advanced training techniques
June 11, 2026
For the third consecutive year, multiple agencies – including the Brownwood Police and Fire Departments, Brown County Sheriff’s Office, Early
PHOTOS: Muddy Saturday at the 62nd Brown County Rodeo
June 6, 2026
Nearly 100 images from the rainy, soggy, and muddy final night of the Brown County Rodeo at the Earl Q.
PHOTOS: Heartland Rod Run’s 50th Anniversary
June 6, 2026
More than 100 images, courtesy of Steve Nash, from the Heartland Cruisers’ annual first Saturday in June car show at
City of Brownwood Announces Summer Concert Series at the Brownwood Event Center
June 5, 2026
The City of Brownwood will host Live on the Lawn, a new free summer concert series at the Brownwood Event
Brixey announces new offensive coordinator, defensive line coach for Lions football
June 1, 2026
Brownwood Lions second-year head football coach Jeryl Brixey on Monday officially announced two new additions to the coaching staff for
‘Out of the Box’ with Dallas Huston: Practical jokes
Most practical jokes are funny unless they happen to you. Back in the ‘60s, Gordon Wood and Morris Southall were leaving town to scout a playoff football game. The Lions had won on Friday night…
THE IDLE AMERICAN: Bob, Ray and Dog Nights
Readers with long memories yearn for more clean, creative humor. Sadly, folks in the first half of their lives are clueless about the golden years of radio. It featured 30-minute comedy shows with multiple thigh-slapping moments…
LUKE CLAYTON: The Summer Crappie Bite is On!
This past week, Cedar Creek guide Chris Webb, Jeff Rice and I met at the boat ramp just as the sun was beginning to light up the eastern sky. Our goal was to film a…
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Announcements, Events & Public Notices
Heart of Texas Program to Provide Updates on New World Screwworm and Pasture Mealybug
Producers, landowners, hay growers, and agricultural professionals are invited to attend the Heart of Texas New World Screwworm & Pasture Mealybug Update on Wednesday, June 24, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Adam Street Community…
Congressman, during Brownwood visit, shares thoughts on Iran war, rescue of two downed airmen
Story by Steve Nash – Special Contributor to BrownwoodNews.com “It’s just a miracle.” Those were the words U.S. Rep. August Pfluger used when asked his thoughts on the odds-defying rescue of two downed Air Force crewmen in…
Sentences of 20, 12 years handed down in district court
The office of District Attorney Micheal Murray issued the following press release regarding felony cases heard in 35th District Court by Judge Mike Smith. Jerry Wayne Nickerson, pled guilty to the felony offense of Aggravated Sexual Assault…
LUKE CLAYTON: Cattin’ the Red
There’s something very special about river fishing. I grew up a few miles from the Red River in Red River County and have fond memories of bank fishing along the river. I remember my dad telling me…
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Statewide News
DPS Graduates New Class of Texas State Troopers
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) welcomed 69 new Texas Highway Patrol Troopers from Recruit Class D-2025…
Rep. David Spiller Joins 42 Texas Legislators in Calling for Full Review of Proposed 765-kV Transmission Projects
After months of raising concerns directly with the Public Utility Commission (PUC), Spiller signs amicus brief urging Commission to evaluate…
Governor Abbott appoints Frank Denton to Texas State Technical College Board of Regents
WACO, Texas – Texas State Technical College (TSTC) welcomes Governor Greg Abbott’s appointment of Frank Denton to the TSTC Board…
DPS Announces Leadership Changes at June PSC Meeting
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) announces two leadership changes, which were confirmed by the Public…
Texas Launches Free NWS Inspector Training To Keep Texas Livestock Moving
AUSTIN — On Saturday, Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced the launch of a free online course to expand the number of certified…
National News
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- Trump defends war deal in marathon presser, using semantics on why Iran is getting $300 billion June 18, 2026 Howard Kurtz
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