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Richland Springs unable to prevent Jayton repeat, capture elusive 10th state title in 99-54 defeat

ARLINGTON – A historic performance kept the Richland Springs Coyotes from expanding on their record number of six-man state championships as the quest for No. 10 was derailed by the Jayton Jaybirds, who instead earned a second

Drawings held for ballot order placement for March 3 Primary Election

Ballot drawings were held Wednesday, Dec. 17 for the March 3 Primary Election in Brown County. Candidates listed below are in the order that they will appear on the ballot. Brown County Judge Patrick Howard- County Judge

Brown County Commissioners to hold Dec. 22 meeting

Uzor Named Juror of 2026 Stars of Texas Juried Art Exhibit

The 28th Annual Stars of Texas Juried Art Exhibit planning committee has selected renowned artist Austin Uzor as juror of this year’s exhibit. Entries will be accepted on Friday, January 30th and Saturday, January 31st, 2026, for

HPU men’s basketball to host inaugural Dallas Huston Classic this weekend

The Howard Payne Yellow Jackets basketball team, which is off to a 6-2 start in the 2025-26 season, will host the inaugural Dallas Huston Classic Friday, Dec. 5 and Saturday, Dec. 6 at the Brownwood Coliseum. The

Revitalizing Our Community’s 2nd Annual Holiday Blessing set for Dec. 6

Revitalizing Our Community (ROC) is again bringing a Holiday Blessing to the community. For the second year in a row, ROC along with sponsors Wal-Mart, United Supermarket, Brookshire’s, A Breath of Praise Church, Hardwick Nursery, Draco’s Janitorial,

THE IDLE AMERICAN: When ignorance is bliss

Since when do I feel the freedom to “lump” more kinfolks into the bin already spilling over with “we-should-have-known-better” contents? Regrettably, we must make room for one more–my wife’s cousin. Paula Ward–wedded to Jason Ward of Christchurch, New

Lady Lions ascend to No. 13 in latest TABC Class 4A girls rankings

The Brownwood Lady Lions continue to vault in the state rankings, as Monday’s most recent Texas Association of Basketball Coaches Class 4A poll finds head coach Heather Hohertz’s squad at No. 13. Brownwood (7-1), which is in

Cheryl Jones announces re-election bid, seeks fourth term as Brown County District Clerk

Brown County District Clerk, Cheryl Jones has filed her candidacy for re-election seeking a fourth term. Jones said she is running to continue promoting public confidence and goodwill by providing the very highest level of courteous, efficient

Masonic Cornerstone Laying Ceremony performed at Brownwood ISD’s MAC

Monday afternoon at the Brownwood ISD Multi-purpose Athletic Center, The Grand Lodge of Texas A.F.&A.M. conducted a Masonic Cornerstone Laying Ceremony. Chip Green Jr., Grand Junior Warden of the Grand Lodge of Texas, shared the history regarding

Downtown Brownwood to Host Christmas Tree Lighting, Kick Off Holiday Season & Encourage Shopping Local

Downtown Brownwood Inc., in partnership with the City of Brownwood, invites the community to gather in the heart of downtown for the Downtown Christmas Tree Lighting on Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 6:30 pm at Pat Coursey Park. The evening will open

Beekeeping Beginners Class offered Dec. 6

If you’re planning to start beekeeping in 2026, or if you’re just curious about what’s inside those bee boxes (besides the bees), then mark your calendar for this Saturday’s beekeeping class, Head Start for Beginners. Brownwood beekeeper Daniel

Brownwood ISD announces upcoming Christmas programs

Christmas is quickly approaching, and in the spirit of the season, Brownwood ISD has released a list of several upcoming Christmas programs. Be sure to visit the websites and social media pages for each campus to check