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No criminal cases were filed in the Brown County Clerk’s office this week. The following marriage licenses were filed from…
The Brownwood High School Rising Star Teacher for the 2024-25 school year, Simone Morris is just three years into her…
Tragedy has struck on behalf of an uncontrollable disaster in Central Texas, leaving over a hundred dead and families forever…
Whether talking ranch and farm leases, or family estates, undocumented pacts leave individuals unprotected, as evidenced by the countless testimonies…
Nearly 40 photos from the morning session during the final day of Brownwood Lady Lions Volleyball Camp.
Brownwood City Manager Marshall McIntosh handed out lunch at the Senior Citizens Center on Thursday afternoon. Regarding his day at…
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…
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…
The following was provided by the Brown County Sherif’s Office: On July 5, 2025, I, Deputy Saydie Bradley, responded to…
The recent flood has brought unimaginable loss and heartache to Kerrville and the surrounding Hill Country areas. Homes, lives, and…
Sales tax allocations for July 2025 were higher than July 2024 in all three Brown County Cities, according to information…
Named the Rising Star Teacher at Coggin Elementary for the 2024-25 school year, Ashley Foust will be working with older…
The following fishing reports are provided by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for the week of July 5: LAKE…
Baked Artisan Goods, in downtown Brownwood, has been acquired by Christian Nance, owner of the Lucille + Mabel Kitchen and…
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Obituaries
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…
Robert Lynn Sartain
Robert Lynn Sartain, age 69, of Coleman, died peacefully on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at Methodist Hospital in San Antonio.…
Frances Diane Lee
Frances Diane Lee, 80, passed away July 1, 2025, in Fort Worth, Tx. Diane was born February 28, 1945, to…
Trending Stories
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
City Council approves incentive package for the Preserve on Mustang Ridge housing development
June 24, 2025
Following an executive session Tuesday morning, the Brownwood City Council ratified a Brownwood Municipal Development District incentive package and approved
‘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 3, 2025
July 3, 2025 Friend, Welcome back to the weekly 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. This week was one…
Sports
Announcements /Public Notices
A Sweet and Safe Grilling Season
Are you looking for something new to add to the grill this year? Try grilling your favorite fruit! According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020-2025, over 80% of the U.S. population does not eat the recommended…
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…
Brown County Sheriff’s Office Report: July 7
The following was provided by the Brown County Sheriff’s Office: On Thursday, 7-3-2025, at about 11:16 hours, Sgt Byron Langley arrived at the Zephyr Water Supply, located at S US 183, Zephyr, TX, regarding harassment. Sgt Langley…
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…
Business
Statewide News
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…
North Texas Child Predator Added to Most Wanted List
North Texas Child Predator Added to Most Wanted List AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has added…
Overview of the 89th Regular Texas Legislative Session
COLLEGE STATION, Texas—Texas legislators allocated approximately $630 million in new funding, above current base funding, for Texas A&M Forest Service…
National News
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- Mets star Brandon Nimmo rips All-Star game selections: 'The process is broken' July 12, 2025 Ryan Canfield
- Trump grants 'total authorization' to ICE agents to protect themselves after violent California clashes July 12, 2025 Louis Casiano
- Country star's ex gets 'reality check' about Trump's popularity across America July 12, 2025 Rachel del Guidice
- Pennsylvania officials report intermittent failures in statewide 911 service July 12, 2025 Brie Stimson
- Texas Trump threat suspect arrested after allegedly writing 'I won’t miss' in social media post July 12, 2025 Jasmine Baehr