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Brookesmith ISD hosts ‘Lil’ Shopper’s Shoppe’
The holidays are here! As a special service for kids, Brookesmith ISD is hosting the “Lil’ Shopper’s Shoppe.” Children in grades Kindergarten through 12 have the opportunity to choose and purchase low-cost, high-quality gifts for mom, dad,

Brown County Sheriff’s Office Report: Dec. 18
The following information was provided by the Brown County Sheriff’s Office: On December 12, 2025, I, Deputy Saydie Bradley, took a walk-in regarding Forgery. I spoke with the victim, information was gathered, and a report was made.

Bangs Dragons well represented on 5-2A Division I all-district football roster
The Bangs Dragons, who finished third in the District 5-2A Division I football standings, were well represented on the all-district roster, which was released Thursday after district champion Hamilton went on to capture the Class 2A Division

City of Early announces Christmas, New Year’s schedule alterations
All City of Early non-emergency offices will be closed on December 24 & 25, 2025, and January 1, 2026. Sanitation services will run as follows: • Tuesday, December 23: Residential collection will operate as usual. • Thursday,

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

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

Frank E. Griffin assigned Brown County Judge’s role through Feb. 28
The State of Texas Seventh Administrative Judicial Region of Texas on Nov. 25 issued an order of assignment by the presiding judge, which was posted at the Brown County Courthouse. Pursuant to Section 74.056, Texas Government Code,

Comanche receives 16 all-district football accolades
The Comanche Indians earned 16 spots on the 3-3A Division I all-district football roster. Comanche’s Dallas Gillette was named the Special Teams Player of the Year while landing on the first-team offense were running back Zaden Tello,

Zephyr, Blanket dominate District 13-A Division II All-District football selections
Both the District 13-A Division II champion Zephyr Bulldogs and runner-up Blanket Tigers each earned 20 all-district football accolades by the coaches of the league for their performances during the 2025 campaign. The honorees are as follows:

‘Out of the Box’ with Dallas Huston: Texas vs. Texas A&M
Well, the other night I watched what I thought was the best football game of the year. Man alive, I loved it! I especially loved the Longhorns winning because so many of the fans of the other

Jackets snap two-game skid with 81-79 road victory over Texas Lutheran
SEGUIN – The Howard Payne Yellow Jackets snapped a two-game skid and picked up an 81-79 road win over Texas Lutheran Sunday afternoon. The Yellow Jackets (6-2), who also defeated Texas Lutheran (2-3) by a 99-90 count

WEEKLY SPORTS SCHEDULE – Dec. 1-7
*** Tuesday, Dec. 2 GIRLS AND BOYS BASKETBALL Brownwood at Jim Ned, 6:15 p.m. Priddy at Blanket, 6 p.m. GIRLS BASKETBALL Early at May, 6:15 p.m. Cherokee at Bangs, 5:15 p.m. Brookesmith at Bangs JV, 4 p.m.

Third time’s the charm as Richland Springs eliminates Oglesby, 72-22
DUBLIN – For the past two seasons, the Richland Springs Coyotes’ path to a 10th six-man state championship has been blocked by the Oglesby Tigers. In Saturday’s latest meeting for the Class A Division II Region IV

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

Art Center Hosts Chili Supper and Art Sale Fundraiser Dec. 5
Indulge in homemade chili, cornbread, and all the fixings while supporting local artists, at the annual Chili Supper and Art Sale on Friday, Dec. 5, from 4:30-6:30 at the Brownwood Art Center, 215 Fisk. Tickets are $10,