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JUNCTION – The No. 12 Brownwood Lady Lions held on down the stretch to defeat No. 15 La Vernia, 40-39,…
At today’s meeting of the Brown County Commissioners Court, approval was given to the reinstatement of a burn ban in…
The Richland Springs Coyotes’ bid to extend their record of six-man state championships to 10 takes them to AT&T Stadium…
First responders were on the scene shortly before 3:30 p.m. Monday, where a two-vehicle accident occurred on Austin Avenue just…
We are at that time of year that we should be communicating with the local Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts…
Sunday evening, Brown County Toys for Kids revealed the following special requests for Christmas gifts. Trampoline Push Car Dollhouse LOL…
December 12, 2025 Friend, Welcome back to the Pfluger Fly-By, a roundup of events and updates to keep you informed…
I want to give credit where credit is due. I’ve known of the Army-Navy game since day one. I mean,…
As an outdoors writer for the past forty years and a lifelong outdoors person, I have more than my share…
Monday, Dec. 15 GIRLS BASKETBALL Brownwood vs. La Vernia (at Junction), 6:30 p.m. *** Tuesday, Dec. 16 GIRLS BASKETBALL Early…
Zephyr Lady Bulldogs 35, Gorman 31 ZEPHYR – The Zephyr Lady Bulldogs captured the championship of their own tournament Saturday…
BRADY – The Brownwood Lions concluded their stay at the Brady tournament Saturday with a 65-55 triumph over the San…
The Welcome W. Chandler Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas held a Wreaths Across America observation at…
Early Lady Horns 45, Millsap 14 EARLY – The Early Lady Horns opened District 8-3A action Friday night with a…
For the sixth time this year, the Howard Payne Yellow Jackets reached triple figures in points, improving to 9-3 overall…
The Howard Payne Lady Jackets stretched their win streak to three games with an 85-40 victory over Centenary Friday night…
The No. 13 Brownwood Lady Lions held the Hamilton Lady Bulldogs without a point the first 5:11 of the contest,…
Jordan Gilbert (24) scored 16 points in the win over Eldorado for Brownwood (7-6), which concludes tournament action SaturdayBRADY –…
According to the office of District Attorney Micheal Murray, a felony case was recently heard in Brown/Mills County District Court,…
The annual KOXE-KBWD Two-Steppin’ for Toys event, along with the Wendlee Brodcasting Toy Drive, will both take place during normal…
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Obituaries
Pablo Santiago Ramirez
Pablo Santiago Ramirez, 10, of San Antonio, Texas passed away December 13,2025. Funeral Arrangements are pending with Blaylock Funeral Home,…
Robert Lee McKissack Jr.
Funeral service for Robert Lee McKissack Jr., 55, of Brookesmith, Texas, is pending with Brownwood Funeral Home. He died on…
Lewis Lavan Bowland
Lewis Lavan Bowland, a beloved figure in the hearts of those who knew him, passed away peacefully on Friday, December…
Marilyn Weaver
Marilyn Joyce Berg Weaver, 93 of Goldthwaite, Texas passed away Saturday, December 13, 2025. Visitation will be Saturday, December 20,…
Barbara Collins
A funeral service for Barbara Collins, 88, of Mullin, will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 17 at Oakview…
Trending Stories
2,000 wreaths placed on veterans’ graves at Greenleaf Cemetery
December 13, 2025
The Welcome W. Chandler Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas held a Wreaths Across America observation at
City Council moves forward with Riverside Park Phase II renovations
December 9, 2025
During Tuesday morning’s meeting, the Brownwood City Council voted to authorize staff to solicit competitive sealed bids for Riverside Park
PHOTOS: Early’s Holly Jolly Tree Trail Grand Opening
December 7, 2025
Images from Sunday night’s event that included cookies, cocoa, and Christmas carols at the Early Town Center. This year, the
ROC gives away more than 200 free food boxes during 2nd annual Holiday Blessing
December 6, 2025
For the second year in a row, members of Revitalizing Our Community (ROC) packed more than 200 food boxes which
PHOTOS: Christmas Under the Stars Downtown Parade 2025
December 5, 2025
More than 150 images from Thursday night’s annual holiday event, courtesy of Dee Hail – Be Okay Photography. If you
PHOTOS: Brownwood, Early Christmas Tree Lightings
December 2, 2025
More than 70 images from events in Brownwood and Early Tuesday night to kick off the holiday season:
‘Out of the Box’ with Dallas Huston: Army-Navy Game
I want to give credit where credit is due. I’ve known of the Army-Navy game since day one. I mean, since I was a little kid and I couldn’t tell you who won the game or who…
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 an entry…
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 Rudolph the…
THE IDLE AMERICAN: Behind the masks
If all the COVID-19 stories were laid end to end and submerged, it might be a good thing. Most of us think of this acronym (Corona Virus Disease-2019) in negative terms. However, just as some first century Christians wondered…
THE TRUTH WILL SET YOU FREE: Professional vs. Graduate Degrees – higher education returns to 1965
Legacy news and social media have exploded into a panic with the Department of Education’s recent announcement about reinstating amendments made to the 1965 Higher Education Act. Included in the legislation text of the One Big Beautiful…
Pfluger Fly-By Newsletter: December 12, 2025
December 12, 2025 Friend, Welcome back to the Pfluger Fly-By, a roundup of events and updates to keep you informed about everything I’m doing week by week to represent you in Congress. It was another busy week…
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Announcements, Events & Public Notices
Ask an Expert: Six Tips for Holiday Spending
According to The National Retail Federation, American consumers spent $655.8 billion on the holidays (excluding automobiles, gasoline and restaurants) in 2016. Consumer spending is expected to increase by up to 4 percent this holiday season. Determining how…
American Legion Post 196 donates $2,400 to 10 furloughed Federal Civil Service workers
Your local community American Legion Post 196 from Brownwood has provided financial assistance to 10 Federal Civilian Workers from Camp Bowie during the first week of November 2025. Recently, American Legion Post 196 made an inquiry as…
Sentence handed down for Possession, Injury to Elderly
According to the office of District Attorney Micheal Murray, a felony case was recently heard in Brown/Mills County District Court, Judge Mike Smith, presiding. Derek Lynn Cochran, on probation for the felony offense of Possession of a…
LUKE CLAYTON: Comical Occurrences in the Outdoors
As an outdoors writer for the past forty years and a lifelong outdoors person, I have more than my share of downright comical things that occurred while spending time hunting, fishing, and kicking around the outdoors. I’m…
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Statewide News
Child Predator from Cuba Named Featured Fugitive for December
AUSTIN – Texas 10 Most Wanted Criminal Illegal Immigrant William Herrera Zamora – a convicted child sex offender from Cuba…
A slate of new Texas laws go into effect December and January
By Alex Nguyen / Texas Tribune Dozens of new Texas laws will take effect in December and January, bringing wide-ranging…
Child Sex Offender from Cuba Named Featured Fugitive for November
AUSTIN – Texas 10 Most Wanted Criminal Illegal Immigrant Ismael Arias – a convicted child sex offender from Cuba –…
Texas Increases Opportunities For Kinship Foster Families
HHSC Streamlines Regulations For Kinship Foster Care AUSTIN — Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Health and Human Services Commission…
Texas Celebrates Over 3 Million Active Texas Business Entities
AUSTIN — Governor Greg Abbott and Secretary of State Jane Nelson this week announced that Texas has exceeded 3 million…
National News
- SOUTHCOM says 8 narco-terrorists killed in latest Eastern Pacific lethal kinetic strikes December 16, 2025 Bonny Chu
- Pentagon launches full command investigation into Sen. Mark Kelly over ‘serious misconduct’ allegations December 16, 2025
- Jake Tapper suggests he covers Trump's age to make up for overlooking Biden December 16, 2025 Lindsay Kornick
- Ilhan Omar lashes out at 'sick' Republicans for investigating her alleged marriage to brother December 16, 2025 Alec Schemmel
- DHS arrests 'worst of the worst' illegal migrants, including murderers and pedophiles, in weekend operation December 16, 2025 Preston Mizell
- Erika Kirk shares update after private in-person meeting with Candace Owens December 16, 2025 Bonny Chu
- Whoopi Goldberg eulogizes Rob Reiner as 'standup guy' following director's death December 16, 2025 Cortney O'Brien
- Jets fire defensive coordinator Steve Wilks after giving up 48 points to Jaguars December 16, 2025 Scott Thompson
- South Carolina legend Steve Taneyhill, known for iconic 'home run' touchdown celebration, dead at 52 December 16, 2025 Scott Thompson
- DC police accused of manipulating crime stats as federal probe finds thousands of misclassified cases December 16, 2025 Michael Sinkewicz