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The Howard Payne University Women’s Club has announced Brandi (Maguire) Parrish ’96 as the keynote speaker at its annual Yellow…
The Howard Payne Yellow Jackets announced their 2023 football schedule on Monday, which will feature three non-conference games followed by…
AUSTIN – State Representative David Spiller has outlined the upcoming Texas House of Representatives floor schedule, introduced his first bill…
It’s time to get all fired up for spring by purchasing barbecue for the 3rd annual spring fund raiser for…
Brookesmith FFA is holding a fundraiser at POTTER’s PIZZA, 1107 Clement, in Brownwood on Monday, April 3 from 11AM until…
12u Glory Potts took first place at the Spring Fling one day event in Weatherford last weekend. Glory was undefeated…
Howard Payne University recently announced the first Robnett Founders Dinner, an annual event inviting alumni, friends, corporate partners, communities of…
On Thursday, March 23 at about 9:06 p.m., Deputy Chris Williamson was dispatched to a burglary call located at CR…
Brownwood City Hall, Landfill and Recycling Center and other non-emergency facilities will close Friday, April 7th. Regular operating hours will…
The Sandlot won the Brownwood Outlaws ‘Spring Shootout’ 7U tournament championship over the weekend.
Tenure has been a popular practice across institutions of higher education to attract talent and ensure academic freedom from persecution.…
The Santa Anna Cemetery Association’s will be having a Spring Workday to be held on Saturday, April 1, 2021 beginning…
Blanket ISD issued the following information regarding its Junior Rodeo coming up May 5-6: The Blanket High School Ag Department…
I’m not the greatest track and field man who has ever existed, but I do have a couple, well maybe…
Monday, March 27 BOYS AND GIRLS GOLF Brownwood at District 6-4A tournament (at Diamondback, Abilene), TBA WOMEN’S AND MEN’S COLLEGE…
Obituaries
Weldon Eugene Brown
Weldon Eugene Brown, 89, of Coleman went to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 26, 2023. The family will host…
Margaret Ann Boyd
Margaret Ann Boyd, age 72, of Brownwood passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Saturday, March 25th,…
Barbara Jean Sanders
Barbara Jean Sanders, age 87, of Blanket passed away on Friday, March 24, 2023, at her residence. Celebration of Life…
Jewell Lee Perry
Jewell Lee Perry of North Richland Hills passed away on March 23, 2023, at the age of 97. Jewell was…
Trending Stories
PHOTOS: Bluebonnet Relays – Big School Division
March 24, 2023
More than 100 photos of the Brownwood Lions and Lady Lions in action Friday at the Bluebonnet Relays at Gordon Wood Stadium. The Lady Lions placed sixth with 40.5 points in the Class 4A-6A Division while the
Good Samaritan Ministries’ 14th Annual Empty Bowls Project draws hundreds to Coliseum
March 23, 2023
The Good Samaritan Ministries’ 14th Annual Empty Bowls Project drew hundreds to the Brownwood Coliseum Thursday afternoon as the Brown County Community gathered together to fight hunger and food insecurity. Those participating in the fifth annual Professional
DIANE ADAMS: How a kid drove pigs to Fort Worth
March 23, 2023
Here’s a little snapshot into the life of an 11-year-old in Brownwood back in 1877 that can make you think. This boy was doing the job of a man at that age, rounding up livestock, driving the
BMDD: Asbestos abatement underway at OYO Hotel, demolition to follow
March 21, 2023
During Tuesday afternoon’s meeting of the Brownwood Municipal Development District, Executive Director Ray Tipton informed the Board of Directors of a number of updates, including one on the site of the former OYO Hotel. Tipton said the
BISD Board approves 2023-24 school year calendar
March 20, 2023
During Monday night’s meeting of the Brownwood ISD Board of Trustees, the 2023-24 school year schedule was unanimously approved. The 2023-24 school year will begin on Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2023 and conclude Friday, May 31, 2024. According
‘Out of the Box’ with Dallas Huston: Bluebonnet Relays
I’m not the greatest track and field man who has ever existed, but I do have a couple, well maybe three, highlights – actually two highlights and one low light since I first attended the Bluebonnet Relays.…
DIANE ADAMS: How a kid drove pigs to Fort Worth
Here’s a little snapshot into the life of an 11-year-old in Brownwood back in 1877 that can make you think. This boy was doing the job of a man at that age, rounding up livestock, driving the…
UNDER THE STETSON: Relationships
I attended a funeral several years ago for the father of a young man that pitched for me when I was coaching baseball at West Texas A&M University. His father was 52 years old and lost his…
THE IDLE AMERICAN: Higher education in Cowtown
Higher education gets news coverage in both mass and social media, and much, I’m sure, is true. Technology is changing it at warp speed, and the old descriptions we used to toss about no longer fit. We…
Bill Filed In Texas Senate Seeks To End Tenure In Texas Public Universities
Tenure has been a popular practice across institutions of higher education to attract talent and ensure academic freedom from persecution. However, in Texas, Lt. Governor Dan Patrick has been an outspoken member of the Texas Government against…
Pfluger Fly-By: March 24, 2023
March 24, 2023 House Committee on Energy and Commerce hear from Tik Tok CEO Yesterday, Tik Tok CEO Shou Chew testified under oath before Congress for the first time in a House Energy & Commerce Committee hearing.…
Sports
Announcements /Public Notices
Milder winter improves chances for spring turkey hunting
Hunters who plan to take advantage of the upcoming spring turkey season have a good chance of bagging a gobbler thanks to a wetter and milder-than-normal winter. “If you overlook the freeze we had, it’s been fairly…
Fishing Reports 3/23/23
The following fishing reports are provided by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for the week of March 22: LAKE BROWNWOOD SLOW. Water stained; 60-65 degrees; 8.70 feet below pool. Black bass to 7.23 pounds are excellent…
Brown County Sheriff’s Report – March 27
On Thursday, March 23 at about 9:06 p.m., Deputy Chris Williamson was dispatched to a burglary call located at CR 183, Bangs. A victim stated multiple musical instruments were stolen from her residence. Information was collected, and…
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Statewide News
Rep. Spiller Outlines Upcoming House Schedule
AUSTIN – State Representative David Spiller has outlined the upcoming Texas House of Representatives floor schedule, introduced his first bill…
Bill Filed In Texas Senate Seeks To End Tenure In Texas Public Universities
Tenure has been a popular practice across institutions of higher education to attract talent and ensure academic freedom from persecution.…
Texas Senate Approves New Property Tax Relief Package
The Texas Senate has approved their $16.5 billion property tax relief package signed by all 31 members of the state…
New Bill Filed in Texas Legislature Seeks To Close Down Texas’ 5 Juvenile Facilities
A bill filed in the Texas House by the young Democrat State Representative James Talarico (D-Round Rock) would seek to…
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