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Lions soccer nabs 16 all-district selections, including 5 superlative honors
The regional finalist and district, bi-district and area champion Brownwood Lions soccer team earned 16 postseason accolades from the coaches of District 5-4A, including five superlative awards. Chosen as the MVP of District 5-4A boys soccer was

Hendrick accepting applications for summer Junior Volunteers in Brownwood, Abilene
Hendrick Health is now accepting applications for its Junior Volunteer program, which offers teenagers the chance to engage in meaningful community service while exploring career options in healthcare. Opportunities are available at the healthcare system’s campuses in

Reigning 4A state champion Lady Lions to compete in six events at Texas Relays
The defending Class 4A track and field state champion Brownwood Lady Lions will be competing in six events this weekend at the 98th annual Clyde Littlefield Texas Relays on the campus of the University of Texas at

Brownwood splash pads now open for the season
The City of Brownwood posted the following information on social media Wednesday: The community splash pads are now open for the season! Each splash pad is located at a park near an elementary school, making these locations

Lady Lions settle for share of district soccer title, fall in PK shootout to Stephenville
Facing their third penalty kick shootout of the District 5-4A campaign, the No. 16 Lady Lions were unable to pull off the hat trick Friday night at Gordon Wood Stadium, falling to the rival Stephenville Honeybees to

Lions procure outright 5-4A soccer championship with PK shootout victory over Stephenville
The last time the Brownwood Lions secured an outright district soccer championship, Michael Westerman was on the field, but as a player. Friday night at Gordon Wood Stadium, the fifth-year head coach for the Lions guided the

Spiller Requests More Time For Electrical Line Project
State Representative David Spiller has requested more time for the selection of the route of a proposed electrical power line that would run through the District 68 that he represents in the Texas Legislature. Oncor Power has

Library partners with nonprofit to offer classes in 3D printing
The Brownwood Public Library, in partnership with a local nonprofit organization called Soldier’s Cross, is offering classes on beginner, intermediate advanced levels in 3D Design and Printing. The first session of beginner classes was recently completed, and


Bangs’ Dr. Josh Martin named lone finalist for Maypearl ISD Superintendent
After a final interview earlier this week, the Maypearl ISD Board of Trustees voted to name Bangs ISD Superintendent Dr. Josh Martin as the lone finalist for the district’s Superintendent position. Texas law requires school districts to

Court Records 3/6/26
No criminal cases were filed this week in the Brown County Clerk’s office. The following marriage licenses were filed from February 27 through March 5: Hazael Alvarado and Vega Barron Barron Hunter Scott Doud and Deanna Christine

Brown County Sheriff’s Office Report: March 6
The following information was provided by the Brown County Sheriff’s Office: On 3/5/26, at approximately 1513 hours, Deputy Hopson responded to Blarney Dr for a Theft report. The victim advised approximately 120 feet of AWG 3/0 wire


Bangs Lady Dragons place third, Dragons come in fifth at Hico Relays
HICO – The Bangs Lady Dragons placed third as a team, while the Bangs Dragons came in fifth in the final team standings at the Hico Relays on Thursday. Leading the effort for the Lady Dragons was

Lions foiled by 6A foes San Angelo Central, Copperas Cove at Abilene baseball tournament
ABILENE – Facing a pair of Class 6A opponents to start the Abilene baseball tournament Thursday, the Brownwood Lions twice came up on the short end of the final tally. The Lions began tournament play Thursday with