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THING TWO There are very few excuses for missing a practice or game. One of the most important things a…
GOLDTHWAITE – After facing opponents mostly east of Interstate 35 in district and the postseason the past two seasons, UIL…
Written by Jake Lehrer We are 5 months away from the Texas Legislature meeting, and until then, residents and politicians…
CROSS PLAINS – Jared Sanderson begins his second year at the helm of the Cross Plains Buffaloes fresh off a…
Tuesday, Aug. 18 VOLLEYBALL San Angelo Central at Brownwood, 6 p.m. Early at Ballinger, 6 p.m. Cornerstone Christian at Zephyr,…
SANTA ANNA – The Santa Anna Mountaineers last competed in a playoff game in 2016. Now, the head coach that…
VALERA – With a new district, new region, and new head coach in 2026, the Panther Creek Panthers are eyeing…
ABILENE – The Brownwood Lady Lions concluded the Abilene Bev Ball Classic Saturday with their second victory of the season,…
ABILENE – The Brownwood Lady Lions made a triumphant 2026 cross country debut Saturday, winning the Jim Ned War Path…
The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce posted the following information on social media: The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce, alongside…
BRADY – The Early Lady Horns remained undefeated on the season, completing a flawless five-match run through the Brady tournament…
August 14, 2026 Friend, Welcome back to the Pfluger Fly-By, a weekly roundup of the work I am doing to…
I guess most of us outdoor types have equipment that we’ve become fond of over the years. For some, it…
RICHLAND SPRINGS – The Richland Springs Coyotes came one victory shy of their elusive 10th state championship in 2025. As…
MULLIN – The Mullin Bulldogs find themselves in a new district, with a new head coach, as Slater Isbell is…
Tyler Manning, Robert Stewart and Brian Smith will join Early ISD’s Longhorn Legends prior to the season-opening football game against…
ABILENE – The Brownwood Lady Lions split their two pool play matches Friday morning at the Abilene Bev Ball Classic,…
Brownwood Independent School District issued the following press release Friday: Brownwood Independent School District has earned an overall B rating…
The Brown County Fair Association has announced four major changes for the 2027 Youth Fair, which will be held Jan.…
The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce shared the following information on social media Friday morning: BUSINESS EXPO & Food Truck…
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Obituaries
Karen Robinson
Karen Lorene Kimbrell Robinson, 78, passed away on August 15, 2026, in Bangs, Texas. Karen was born on November 28,…
David Henderson
A funeral service for David Henderson, 80, of Brownwood, is pending with Brownwood Funeral Home. David Henderson passed away Sunday,…
Sharon Smith
Sharon Allene Smith, 77, of Brownwood, Texas formerly of Sweetwater, Texas passed away peacefully in her Brownwood home on August…
Lenora Larue Alexander
Lenora Larue Pate Alexander, 81, of Bangs, Texas, passed from this life on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at her home.…
Lionel Nicholas
Lionel Nicholas, 80, of Brownwood, Texas, passed away on August, 11, 2026. Visitation will be 6-8 pm, at Greater Faith…
Trending Stories
Lady Lions capture Jim Ned Warpath Invitational championship in cross country season debut
August 15, 2026
ABILENE – The Brownwood Lady Lions made a triumphant 2026 cross country debut Saturday, winning the Jim Ned War Path
Brown County Fair Association announces four major changes to 2027 Youth Fair rule book
August 14, 2026
The Brown County Fair Association has announced four major changes for the 2027 Youth Fair, which will be held Jan.
Highlights of Proposed New Budget for City of Brownwood
August 14, 2026
At this week’s meeting of the Brownwood City Council, a proposed new City budget for the upcoming 2026/2027 fiscal year
Brixey: Scrimmage between No. 24 Lions, No. 6 Brock a ‘win-win’ for both teams
August 13, 2026
The Class 4A Division II No. 24 Brownwood Lions entered the 2026 football campaign expecting a veteran defense to be
HPU announces Chris Tomlin concert Sept. 20
August 10, 2026
Howard Payne University (HPU) is excited to announce that Grammy Award-winning Christian artist Chris Tomlin will perform a free community
Authorities Seek New Tips in 1996 Brown County Cold Case
August 10, 2026
Press Release from Texas DPS AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is seeking information about the
‘Out of the Box’ with Dallas Huston: Saying goodbye
What a great time I’ve had reminiscing and sharing stories from “the good old days” with you, as well as some current issues and predictions! Unfortunately, my health is once again causing me to resign…
THE IDLE AMERICAN: Grahams and crackers
When my Uncle Mort draws a bead on topics, he redefines “random.” He’s as likely to converse about frogs “belly-bouncing” into his favorite fishing hole as he is about whether there’s life in distant galaxies. Recently,…
LUKE CLAYTON: The Trap
I guess most of us outdoor types have equipment that we’ve become fond of over the years. For some, it might be an old outboard motor that was acquired years ago that just refuses to…
UNDER THE STETSON: I Don’t Like Who I Was
In the 1991 movie, Regarding Henry, Harrison Ford plays the role of a slick haired, hot shot Manhattan attorney, Henry Turner. Ambitious, callous, narcissistic, and unethical, his obsession with his work and pursuit of fame and…
Texas Embraced the AI Boom. Now It’s Playing Catch-Up
Written by Jake Lehrer We are 5 months away from the Texas Legislature meeting, and until then, residents and politicians face uncertainty as to how to regulate the growing AI-driven data center industry. We invited…
Pfluger Fly-By: August 14, 2026
August 14, 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 serving Texas-11. I…
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Announcements, Events & Public Notices
Brown County 4-H News: Aug. 13
DATES TO REMEMBER: August 17th- RSVP due for Awards/Fun Day August 19th- Deadline to turn in your project award applications August 22nd– Save the Date: 4-H Fun Day & Awards, 10am-2pm August 22nd– Hunter Safety Course, Brownwood Claybird Club,…
American Legion Post 196 receives $700 donation from Humphrey Pete’s
The American Legion Post 196 recently received $700 donation from Humphrey Pete’s, which contributed a portion of its proceeds on July 30. The donation will assist American Legion Post 196 with initiatives for the future, veterans, community…
Two sentenced in 35th 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. Jasirah Thomas, aka Kyden Jones, on probation for the felony offense of Aggravated…
Texas hunting, fishing licenses on sale Aug. 15
AUSTIN – Summer is winding down and fall is on the horizon which means it’s time for hunters and anglers to renew hunting and fishing licenses. Before taking the boat out or hitting the field, the Texas…
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Statewide News
Texas Embraced the AI Boom. Now It’s Playing Catch-Up
Written by Jake Lehrer We are 5 months away from the Texas Legislature meeting, and until then, residents and politicians…
Authorities Seek New Tips in 1996 Brown County Cold Case
Press Release from Texas DPS AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is seeking information about the…
The Texas Stock Exchange Signals a New Era for American Capitalism
Written by Jake Lehrer The Texas Stock Exchange (TXSE) has launched with its own bell ringing in Dallas, TX, marking…
TxDOT Urges Drivers to Slow Down as School Zone Crashes Rise 12%
Press Release From TxDOT: Distracted driving and speeding put school children at risk After more than 3,200 traffic crashes in…
Pfluger Targets California’s Vehicle Emissions Rules with New Congressional Push
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 8/06/2026 CONTACT: Madelon Clark Pfluger, Palmer, and Obernolte Push Back on California’s EPA Waivers WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Congressman…
National News
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- Pro-life publisher facing demands to retract calling abortion ‘killing’ fires back: ‘The answer is No’ August 17, 2026 Jasmine Baehr
- GOP freshman firebrand targets global consulting giant over 'plainly illegal' DEI practices August 17, 2026 Elizabeth Elkind