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A passion for children led to a career change for Heather Bowers, who after spending 17 years as a nurse…
KERRVILLE — Governor Greg Abbott and First Lady Cecilia Abbott today joined President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania…
ColemanToday.com reported Sunday that 63-year-old Pamela Jean Stanley of Coleman was recently arrested by the Parker County Sheriff’s Special Crimes…
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has added Benjamin Song to the Texas 10 Most Wanted Fugitives…
According to the Texarkana Gazette and KSLA-TV, a man was arrested on a kidnapping charge after allegedly being found Wednesday…
After spending one year teaching at Brownwood ISD, Haylee Brown is returning to her roots in Rising Star for the…
July 11, 2025 Friend, Camille and I are immensely grateful that we were reunited with our two daughters, who were…
The Early Chamber of commerce and the Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce will host the Education in Brown County Luncheon…
Texas State Rep. Brian Harrison will be the speaker On Tuesday July 15 at Underwood’s BBQ at the monthly meeting…
The Howard Payne University athletic department today announced the hiring of Aaron Siekmann as head strength and conditioning coach. Aaron Siekmann comes to…
Brown County Medical Reserve Corps and the Brownwood/Brown County Health Department Hosts Stop the Bleed Training. The Brown County MRC…
No criminal cases were filed in the Brown County Clerk’s office this week. The following marriage licenses were filed from…
Tragedy has struck on behalf of an uncontrollable disaster in Central Texas, leaving over a hundred dead and families forever…
The Brownwood High School Rising Star Teacher for the 2024-25 school year, Simone Morris is just three years into her…
Whether talking ranch and farm leases, or family estates, undocumented pacts leave individuals unprotected, as evidenced by the countless testimonies…
Are you looking for something new to add to the grill this year? Try grilling your favorite fruit! According to…
DONATIONS BEING ACCEPTED FOR KERR COUNTY FLOOD RELIEF FUND The recent flooding in the Hill Country has left us devastated.…
Looking for the perfect summer snack? A ripe, sweet watermelon is hard to beat — if you know how to…
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Obituaries
Holly Oliver
Holly Edward Oliver, Jr, age 59, of Brownwood, passed away on Tuesday July 8, 2025. A memorial service will be…
Rodolfo Villarreal
Rodolfo Villarreal, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 11, 2025, at Coleman…
Ronald Wayne Kellam
Funeral service for Ronald Wayne Kellam, 73 of Brownwood, Texas is pending with Brownwood Funeral Home. He died on Thursday,…
Laura Davis
Laura Y. Davis, age 35, of Austin, Texas passed away on July 7, 2025. A visitation will be held on…
Oscar Roque Jr.
Oscar “Wolf” Roque, Jr., age 47, of Brady, Texas, passed away Wednesday, July 9, 2025, in Brady. Oscar was born…
Trending Stories
PHOTOS: Brownwood Lady Lions Volleyball Camp
July 10, 2025
Nearly 40 photos from the morning session during the final day of Brownwood Lady Lions Volleyball Camp.
Baked Artisan Goods, Lucille + Mabel Restaurant Join Forces
July 9, 2025
Baked Artisan Goods, in downtown Brownwood, has been acquired by Christian Nance, owner of the Lucille + Mabel Kitchen and
Brownwood police officer wounded multiple times, suspect deceased after overnight shooting incident
July 8, 2025
The Brownwood Police Department issued the following information Tuesday morning: On Monday, July 7, 2025, at approximately 11:50 p.m., officers
Charles “Coop” Cooper, PA, Announces New Family Practice Location in Brownwood
July 4, 2025
Charles “Coop” Cooper, PA, Announces New Family Practice Location in Brownwood with Focus on Primary Health Care and Veterans Health.
Independence weekend events at Lake Brownwood, Zephyr, Richland Springs, San Saba
June 30, 2025
The 14th annual Fireworks Bash, hosted by Wild Duck Marina, is scheduled to take place Saturday, July 5 near the
7-on-7 Lions eliminated in opening round of bracket play by Tyler Chapel Hill
June 27, 2025
COLLEGE STATION – The Brownwood Lions’ stay at the 7-on-7 Division II state tournament ended in their opening game of
‘Out of the Box’ with Dallas Huston: Halftime of the Astros’ season
Well, it’s almost halftime of the baseball season. It’s always kind of baffled me why they don’t have halftime. Half of the season you go to the All Star game. Anyway, that’s my gripe on the baseball…
DIANE ADAMS: Notes on the Williams Massacre
“In the fall of 1873, the Indians made one of the worst raids into our country that had ever been made since we lived there. There was a family named Williams who lived farther down Mud Creek,…
UNDER THE STETSON: Silence
I read an article about a high school football coach who was fired at halftime of a game for abusive profanity. Apparently, this was an ongoing problem, and the Athletic Director had enough and fired him on…
THE IDLE AMERICAN: Bleeps and no-bleeps
The late George Carlin is best remembered for poking holes in the policy implemented to eliminate the foulest of words on radio and television. He essentially made a living with his TV “bit” entitled “Seven Words You…
THE TRUTH WILL SET YOU FREE: Mitigating the Politics of Kerr County Floods
Tragedy has struck on behalf of an uncontrollable disaster in Central Texas, leaving over a hundred dead and families forever torn apart. As rescue crews continue searching for those missing, some people have taken this as an…
Pfluger Fly-By: July 11, 2025
July 11, 2025 Friend, Camille and I are immensely grateful that we were reunited with our two daughters, who were attending Camp Mystic at the time of the floods. While we rejoice in their safety, we are…
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Announcements /Public Notices
Beyond the Handshake: 6 Legal Documents That Matter
Whether talking ranch and farm leases, or family estates, undocumented pacts leave individuals unprotected, as evidenced by the countless testimonies out there. Here are six documents we urge producers and landowners to have in writing: 1. Farm…
Haynes, Looby Speak at Memorial Day Ceremony
The annual Memorial Day Ceremony was held today in the Central Texas Memorial Park. Featured speakers were Navy Commander Chaplain (Retired) Jim Looby and Brownwood Mayor Stephen Haynes. Master of Ceremonies was Bill Yeager, Commander of the…
Coleman woman indicted for solicitation for murder against ex-husband
ColemanToday.com reported Sunday that 63-year-old Pamela Jean Stanley of Coleman was recently arrested by the Parker County Sheriff’s Special Crimes Unit in connection with a solicitation for murder case investigation and was indicted July 10. ColemanToday.com further…
Fishing Reports 6/11/25
The following fishing reports are provided by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for the week of June 11: LAKE BROWNWOOD GOOD. Water slightly stained; 81 degrees; 0.48 feet above pool. Black bass to 6.19 pounds are…
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Statewide News
Suspect in Attack on ICE Detention Facility Added to Texas Top 10 Most Wanted List
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has added Benjamin Song to the Texas 10 Most Wanted Fugitives…
Governor Abbott, President Trump Visit With Impacted Texans In Kerrville
KERRVILLE — Governor Greg Abbott and First Lady Cecilia Abbott today joined President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania…
Governor Surveys Flood Damage, Provides Update On Continued Response To Texas Flooding
HUNT – Governor Greg Abbott held a press conference on Tuesday at the Hunt Store following an aerial tour of…
Governor Abbott Provides Update On State’s Ongoing Response To Severe Flooding In Texas
Urges Texans To Remain Weather Aware As Heavy Rain Continues AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today held a press conference at…
Governor Abbott Provides Update On Texas’ Response To Hill Country Flooding
Issues Disaster Declaration For 15 Counties KERRVILLE – Governor Greg Abbott today provided an update during a press conference at the…
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- Noem says criticism of federal response to Texas flooding is ‘all politics’: ‘Disservice to our country’ July 13, 2025 Stephen Sorace
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