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During Tuesday morning’s meeting, the Brownwood City Council ratified the Brownwood Municipal Development District board action to approve a Building…
The Kiwanis Club of Brownwood is holding a raffle for a Bad Boy Rambler 42-inch mower with a 20.5 horsepower…
As spring unfolds in full color and the Central Texas hillsides come alive with bluebonnets, paintbrushes, firewheels, yucca, and fresh…
My Uncle Mort is committed to establishing a “Go Fund Me” campaign for postal workers of America, retroactive to whenever early…
The Mullin Cemetery Association is inviting the public to our March 12th board meeting. We would like to share some…
BANGS – A seven-run lead slipped away from the Bangs Lady Dragons, as the Cross Plains Lady Buffaloes rallied for…
HOUSTON – The Early High School FFA Tractor Team won the state competition at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo…
Hendrick Health announced today that it has been honored with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) for the 20th consecutive…
Story, photos by Steve Nash / Special Contributor to BrownwoodNews.com Since October, the Early Police Department has operated its own…
EARLY – The Early Lady Horns remained unbeaten in District 8-3A softball action Monday afternoon with a 9-2 home victory…
Basketball week to me is where you get all the teams and you put them in order, the NCAA, therefore…
Brownwood’s own BC Elite on Sunday won the high school portion of the 2026 Premier Cup in Round Rock, not…
The Early FFA Tractor Tech team is currently competing in the state contest in Houston. Team members Tommy Groom, Jeremiah…
Monday, March 9 SOFTBALL Comanche at Early, 1 p.m. Cross Plains at Bangs, 11 a.m. *** Tuesday, March 10 BOYS…
IRA – The May Tigers baseball team picked up a pair of Saturday victories, first knocking off Westbrook, 10-1, before…
EARLY – The Early Longhorns varsity and JV track and field squads both finished first in the final team standings…
The Brownwood Art Association is pleased to announce a new series of free art classes for children 6-12 years old…
March 6, 2026 Friend, Welcome back to the Pfluger Fly-By, a weekly roundup of the work I am doing to…
Early Lady Horns 13, Peaster 3 WEATHERFORD – The Early Lady Horns improved to 13-4 on the season and 2-0…
Facing the Gatesville Lady Hornets for the second time this season, the Brownwood Lady Lions were unable to duplicate the…
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Obituaries
Homer Carriger
Homer Taylor Carriger, age 89, of Brady, passed away peacefully Friday, March 6, 2026, surrounded by loved ones at his…
Sue Ann Smith
With thankful hearts for a life devoted to faith and family, we celebrate the life of a beloved Christian, devoted…
Glenn Dale Jones
On March 7, 2026, Glenn Dale Jones of Brownwood was called home to be with the Lord. At the age…
Joy Dillard
Joy Dillard was born on March 20, 1933, and passed peacefully to her heavenly home on March 6, 2026, at…
Billy Shan Cumba
Billy Shan Cumba, 53 passed away on March 5, 2026 with his wife and family by his side. Service will…
Trending Stories
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
County Judge Shane Britton remains suspended without pay by State Commission on Judicial Conduct
February 25, 2026
The Brown County Courthouse shared with media outlets on Wednesday afternoon the following release from the State Commission on Judicial
‘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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