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After consultation with public safety officials regarding the weather forecast, Howard Payne University (HPU) will reschedule the Chris Tomlin concert…
No. 14 Early Lady Horns 3, Eastland 0 EASTLAND – The No. 14 Early Lady Horns wrapped up the District…
The Penatuhkah Comanche Trails Partnership is thrilled to announce the grand opening of the Penatuhkah Comanche Trails, a landmark celebration…
The City of Brownwood is inviting families to gather for a new Family Movie Night series with its first event scheduled…
STEPHENVILLE – The Brownwood Lady Lions dropped a fourth consecutive District 6-4A softball decision, 8-5 at Stephenville Friday night, and…
BROCK – The Brownwood Lions were unable to slow down the buzz-saw that is the No. 4 Brock Eagles, who…
Fourteen Brookesmith ISD students (12 boys, 2 girls) participated in the Texas High School Welding Series Event Friday at the…
Article by Brae Foust What begins as a look into the mind of a struggling playwright quickly twists into something…
The following cases were filed in the Brown County Clerk’s office from April 2 through April 9: Ortiz, Arturo Gonzalez,…
The results for the District 25-1A track and field meet, which featured both Zephyr and Brookesmith student-athletes, can be found…
The results for the District 21-1A track and field meet, which featured both May and Blanket student-athletes, can be found…
The following information was provided by the Brown County Sheriff’s Office: On Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at 20:38 hours, Brown…
DUBLIN – The Early Lady Horns finished second as a team at the District 8-3A track and field meet, which…
GRAHAM – For the third year in a row, the Brownwood Lady Lions secured a track and field district championship,…
The office of District Attorney Micheal Murray issued the following press release regarding felony cases heard in 35th District Court…
It’s time for incoming Fall 2026 Howard Payne University students to take the next step toward enrollment through SWARM, an exciting…
Story, photos courtesy of Steve Nash – Special Contributor to BrownwoodNews.com Brown County showed its generosity once again Thursday as…
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Obituaries
Willie James Strength
Willie James Strength, a devoted family man and cherished member of his community, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 5,…
Dorothy Louise Cooper
Dorothy Louise Cooper, 75, of Brownwood, passed away on April 4th, 202, in Brownwood, Texas. A visitation will be held…
Carolyne Faz
Carolyne Faz, 48, of Early, Texas, passed away on April 6th, 2026, in San Antonio, Texas. A visitation will be…
Tommy Edineo Parson
Tommy Edineo Parson, 68 years old from Bangs Tx, peacefully passed away on April 3, 2026, in Abilene, surrounded by…
Hendrix Wheeler
Hendrix “Hank” Wheeler, 89, of May, Texas, passed from this life on Sunday, April 5, 2026, Easter Sunday. The family…
Trending Stories
PHOTOS: Hendrick Health and Resource Fair
April 7, 2026
More than 50 photos of the some of the activities taking place at the annual event, hosted by Hendrick Medical
PHOTOS: Great Easter Egg Hunt in Early
April 4, 2026
Due to recent rains, the egg hunt at the Early Town Center was replaced by an egg giveaway, trick or
‘120 Years of Impact’ highlighted at annual Chamber banquet
April 2, 2026
Story, photos by Steve Nash – Special Contributor to BrownwoodNews.com With a theme of “120 Years of Impact,” the Brownwood
Fifteen months into the job, Emily Fulton making her mark as Early band director
April 3, 2026
Story, photos by Steve Nash – Special Contributor to BrownwoodNews.com EARLY – As a December 2024 graduate of Abilene Christian
Historic Lions soccer season ends in regional final, again against Bridgeport, 3-0
March 31, 2026
STEPHENVILLE – Competing in their first-ever regional championship game, the Brownwood Lions’ historic soccer season reached its conclusion with a
HPU women’s basketball national championship coach Kielsmeier taking over at Texas State
March 31, 2026
Chris Kielsmeier, who guided the Howard Payne Lady Jackets to the 2008 NCAA Division III women’s basketball national championship with
‘Out of the Box’ with Dallas Huston: 1982 Brownwood vs. Cleburne at TCU
I think on an October night in Fort Worth in 1982, Brownwood football fortunes took a hit and I’m not sure we ever fully recovered. You see, from 1960 until 1981, a span of 21…
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: Oh, for another chance
On occasion, I’ve been in the presence of the rich and/or famous. Usually, though, I am lost among hundreds–maybe thousands–turning out for political rallies or tent shows. At one, I blathered excitedly upon winning a box…
LUKE CLAYTON: Outdoor Folks Make Friends Fast
Our Seventh Annual Outdoor Ron-de-Voux took place at the Top Rail Cowboy Church in Greenville this past weekend and, as the saying goes, a good time was had by all. The idea for the event…
Pfluger Fly-By: April 3, 2026
April 3, 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. After a few busy weeks in Washington, I…
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Brown County 4-H News: April 10
April 2026 April 10th- Deadline to apply for Master Gardeners Scholarship April 15th- Entry deadline for Senior Photography…
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: April 10
The following information was provided by the Brown County Sheriff’s Office: On Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at 20:38 hours, Brown County Deputy Sheriff TJ Harrell spoke with an individual over the phone, who had money stolen out…
53rd Annual Brownwood Bass Club Open Tournament April 12
The Brownwood Bass Club’s 52nd Annual Open Tournament will take place Sunday, April 12 at Lake Brownwood. Hours will be 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. and the weigh-in line begins at 2:30 p.m. at the spillway. Contestants must…
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Statewide News
Texas Hits New Historic High For Total Jobs
AUSTIN ‒ Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated the strength and resilience of the Texas economy as the state gained 40,100…
New Texas Law Increases Difficulties for Smoke Shops and Hemp Facilities
Article written by Jake Lehrer The Texas Department of State Health Services has passed many new regulations to the consumable…
DPS Graduates 122 New Texas State Troopers
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) welcomed 122 new Texas Highway Patrol Troopers from Recruit Class C-2025…
Governor Abbott Statement On Cesar Chavez Allegations
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott this week released the following statement regarding the allegations against Cesar Chavez: “The State of…
Authorities Arrest Multi-State Rapist in Oklahoma After Years-long Investigation
AUSTIN – The man whom law enforcement believes raped two different women in Texas and Oklahoma in 2021 has been…
National News
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- New York Times investigating NFL reporter Dianna Russini after photos with Patriots coach Mike Vrabel emerge April 11, 2026 Jackson Thompson
- Artemis II astronauts splash down after first moon mission in more than 50 years April 11, 2026 Brie Stimson