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Artists Invited to Compete in Paint-Off at 2026 Stars of Texas Juried Art Exhibit Feb. 21
Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 9 AM to 4 PM, Artists from across the state are invited to show their skills at the annual Stars of Texas Juried Art Exhibit’s annual Paint-Off. The Paint-Off is a contest
Brownwood Community Library Receives $10,000 Gift from Carnegie Corporation of New York
The Brownwood Community Library Association is honored to receive a $10,000 gift from Carnegie Corporation of New York, the foundation established by Andrew Carnegie. The award is part of Carnegie Libraries 250, a special initiative celebrating the
‘Stacking good days’ the key as new head coach Bright preps young Lions for 2026 baseball campaign
With several new faces, including the head coach, comprising the Brownwood Lions baseball roster, the 2026 campaign will be a work in progress. By May, however, Chris Bright fully expects his first Brownwood squad to be competing
Former Early pitcher earns Division I win in Southern Indiana debut
In a journey defined by taking chances and steady climbs with big‑moment poise, right‑hander Caydon Laird added another milestone last night, earning his first Division I win for the University of Southern Indiana. The former D2 pitcher needed just two‑thirds of an inning with
‘Out of the Box’ with Dallas Huston: Football rivalries
Brownwood in football’s most heated rivalry is probably one you don’t think of. You could go down main street in Brownwood, or let’s call it Center Avenue, or any street and just pick out people. One, two,
WEEKLY SPORTS SCHEDULE – Feb. 16-22
Monday, Feb. 16 GIRLS BASKETBALL PLAYOFFS Brownwood vs. Lubbock Estacado (at McMurry), 6 p.m. Early vs. Wichita Falls City View (at Aledo), 6:15 p.m. May vs. Lingleville (at Comanche), 7 p.m. San Saba vs. Charlotte (at Comfort),
Brownwood tennis shines at Stephenville tournament
STEPHENVILLE – The Brownwood High tennis team put forth a solid effort at the Stephenville tournament Friday, capturing one championship, earning a pair of runner-up finishes, and securing a consolation title as well. For the second tournament
LUKE CLAYTON: A Fishing Trip to Remember
What constitutes a banner fishing trip? Catching fish must rank as one of the primary ingredients but also camaraderie with family and friends, possible the weather could play a part. Catching the biggest or most fish of
Lions rout Gatesville, 7-0, extend unbeaten streak to seven matches
The Brownwood Lions needed less than two minutes to score, then continued to fill up the net throughout the contest in a 7-0 triumph over Gatesville in District 5-4A soccer action Friday night at Gordon Wood Stadium.
Lady Lions enforce district mercy rule with 8-0 home victory over Gatesville
Seven different players found the back of the net as the Brownwood Lady Lions remained undefeated in District 5-4A girls soccer action behind their sixth in a row overall, 8-0 over the Gatesville Lady Hornets Friday at
No. 17 May Tigers win 11th consecutive district basketball game, 76-23 over Santa Anna
SANTA ANNA – The No. 17 May Tigers inched closer to a flawless run through District 21-A boys basketball action with a 76-23 victory over Santa Anna Friday. May (21-8, 11-0) led Santa Anna 19-4 after one
Bangs softball topples Dublin, 12-8, for first victory
BANGS – The Bangs Lady Dragons notched their first softball victory of the season Friday, defeating Dublin by a 12-8 count. The Lady Dragons (1-1) trailed 3-0 after half an inning, but grabbed a 6-3 advantage in
Lions tally final five points in 42-40 victory over Mineral Wells to complete district sweep
The Brownwood Lions used a 5-0 closing run over the final 2:22 of the contest to rally past the Mineral Wells Rams, 42-40, for a District 6-4A boys basketball sweep in Friday night’s home finale at Warren
Lady Horns bounce back with Stephenville tournament wins over 4As Brock, Big Spring
STEPHENVILLE – The Early Lady Horns bounced back from a pair of losses to open the Stephenville tournament Thursday with two victories over Class 4A foes Friday. First, in an 8-1 victory over Brock, the Lady Horns
Lady Lions knock off reigning 5A district champion Bastrop, 8-6, for fourth win in a row
KILLEEN – The Brownwood Lady Lions remained undefeated at the Killeen softball tournament Friday afternoon and extended their win streak to four games with a 8-6 triumph over reigning District 24-5A champion Bastrop. Tied at 4 heading