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Story, photos courtesy of Steve Nash – Special Contributor to BrownwoodNews.com EARLY – The Early Chamber of Commerce hosted a…
No criminal cases were filed this week in the Brown County Clerk’s office. The following marriage licenses were filed from…
Nearly 100 images from Friday’s show that wrapped up three days of camp at the Brownwood Middle School gym.
Central Texas Farm Credit stockholders re-elected Steven Lehrmann of Sagerton and Robby Halfmann of Ballinger to the rural lending cooperative’s…
UPCOMING DATES June 2026 June 17th- Sheep/Goat Validation, 8:30am at the Extension Office June 22nd-26th- “4-H Explores Brown County” Camp June…
The Coleman PRCA Rodeo opened to a large family night crowd on Thursday night. The following times and scores are…
Brownwood’s own Matt McCrane and the reigning UFL champion DC Defenders are headed back to the United Bowl to face…
Beginning Sunday, June 14, weather permitting, TxDOT’s contractor will begin a roadway resurfacing project on US 377, US 67 and…
For the third consecutive year, multiple agencies – including the Brownwood Police and Fire Departments, Brown County Sheriff’s Office, Early…
After Steer Roping Wednesday morning and Slack Wednesday night, here are the current leaders and results at the 89th Coleman…
More than 40 images from Wednesday’s show that wrapped up the three-day camp at Brownwood High School’s Warren Gym:
Story, photo courtesy of Steve Nash – Special Contributor to BrownwoodNews.com EARLY – Early City Council members took action Tuesday…
Contributed images of this week’s camp with the Lady Horns coaches and players
The June sales tax allocations were released this week by the Texas Comptroller’s Office. Early had a large increase compared…
Story, photo by Steve Nash – Special Contributor to BrownwoodNews.com Brown County Water Improvement District directors approved the purchase Tuesday…
Story, photo by Steve Nash – Special Contributor to BrownwoodNews.com Brown County Water Improvement District directors were updated on incidents…
The Bangs Masonic Lodge recently presented scholarships to Brownwood High School Class of 2026 graduates Grant Gray and Will Stewardson.…
Howard Payne University (HPU) has named Wes Livesay to the position of vice president for advancement. He supervises HPU’s offices…
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Obituaries
Valna Elizabeth (Sauer) Cox
Valna Elizabeth Cox, 78, of San Angelo, Texas was born on October 23, 1947, in San Saba, Texas to Borden…
Amy Nan Schneider
In loving memory of Amy Schneider January 22, 1963 – June 8, 2026 A Viewing will be held at Blaylock…
Bobbie Ruth House Adams
Bobbie Ruth House Adams of Richland Springs passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2026. Bobbie was the daughter of Alexander Jefferson…
Ashton Earl Krueger
Ashton Earl Krueger, 30, of New Braunfels, Texas, passed away on June 05, 2026. He was a beloved brother, son,…
Martha Madeline Drake
Martha Madeline Drake, lovingly known as Martha, passed away peacefully after a life filled with creativity, compassion, adventure, and joy.…
Trending Stories
PHOTOS: Heartland Rod Run’s 50th Anniversary
June 6, 2026
More than 100 images, courtesy of Steve Nash, from the Heartland Cruisers’ annual first Saturday in June car show at
City of Brownwood Announces Summer Concert Series at the Brownwood Event Center
June 5, 2026
The City of Brownwood will host Live on the Lawn, a new free summer concert series at the Brownwood Event
Brixey announces new offensive coordinator, defensive line coach for Lions football
June 1, 2026
Brownwood Lions second-year head football coach Jeryl Brixey on Monday officially announced two new additions to the coaching staff for
PHOTOS: Brownwood 2026 graduation behind the scenes
May 29, 2026
More than 70 images prior to the Brownwood High School Class of 2026 walking the stage and receiving diplomas Friday
BISD Teachers of the Year receive free vehicle for a year
May 29, 2026
Brownwood ISD Teachers 2025-26 Elementary Teacher of the Year Jana Roan and Secondary Teacher of the Year Megan Norvil received
Munson elected Brown County Judge, Byars grabs Precinct 4 County Commissioner seat
May 26, 2026
There will be both a new Brown County Judge, as well as a new Precinct 4 County Commissioner, following Tuesday’s
‘Out of the Box’ with Dallas Huston: Graduation
I think pretty well, officially, everyone that was going to graduate this year has graduated. I’m proud of those seniors. I’m proud of the teachers. I’m proud of the schools. It makes me want to…
THE IDLE AMERICAN: Bob, Ray and Dog Nights
Readers with long memories yearn for more clean, creative humor. Sadly, folks in the first half of their lives are clueless about the golden years of radio. It featured 30-minute comedy shows with multiple thigh-slapping moments…
LUKE CLAYTON: Front Yard Pork
I’ve been a devout hunter and eater of wild pork for a long, long time. I’ve pursued wild porkers in remote river bottoms of east Texas and the brush country of South Texas and just…
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Announcements, Events & Public Notices
Brown County 4-H News: June 12
UPCOMING DATES June 2026 June 17th- Sheep/Goat Validation, 8:30am at the Extension Office June 22nd-26th- “4-H Explores Brown County” Camp June 23rd- Steer/Heifer Validation, 9am at Bob Clarks Pens June 24th-26th- D7 Leadership Lab June 30th– Deadline to register for…
Congressman, during Brownwood visit, shares thoughts on Iran war, rescue of two downed airmen
Story by Steve Nash – Special Contributor to BrownwoodNews.com “It’s just a miracle.” Those were the words U.S. Rep. August Pfluger used when asked his thoughts on the odds-defying rescue of two downed Air Force crewmen in…
Sentences of 20, 12 years handed down in 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. Jerry Wayne Nickerson, pled guilty to the felony offense of Aggravated Sexual Assault…
LUKE CLAYTON: Cattin’ the Red
There’s something very special about river fishing. I grew up a few miles from the Red River in Red River County and have fond memories of bank fishing along the river. I remember my dad telling me…
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Statewide News
Texas Rangers, Law Enforcement Solve 1997 Permian Basin Sexual Assault Case
AUSTIN – Authorities in the Permian Basin have now identified the man they believe violently raped a 49-year-old woman in…
Governor Abbott Deploys State Resources To Combat New World Screwworm
Issues Disaster Declaration for Zavala and Uvalde Counties AUSTIN — On Friday, Governor Greg Abbott received a briefing and updated…
What to know about New World screwworm in Texas
Article by Stephen Simpson and Berenice Garcia / The Texas Tribune An infestation of the flesh-eating flies has been confirmed in…
Funding Available Through Wildfire Mitigation Grants for Texas Landowners
COLLEGE STATION, Texas – Applications are open for Texas A&M Forest Service’s Mechanical Fuel Reduction and Prescribed Fire grants, offering…
Governor Abbott Halts College Tuition Increases In Texas
AUSTIN —This week, Governor Greg Abbott sent a letter to all Texas public institutions of higher education, halting increases in undergraduate tuition…
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