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Lions earn 23 All-District 4-4A Division I football accolades
The District 4-4A Division I runner-up Brownwood Lions earned 23 all-district football accolades, as the roster was released following league champion Stephenville’s appearance in the Class 4A Division I state championship game Friday against Kilgore. Leading the
LUKE CLAYTON: This Week in the Outdoors
Winter weather has finally arrived in the Lone Star State and with it came that long awaited influx of waterfowl that has been a bit slow in arriving. Those fat mallards and pintails that have been eating
No. 12 Lady Lions knock off 5A No. 10 Abilene Wylie, 50-35, for sixth straight win
The Class 4A No. 12 Brownwood Lady Lions pushed their win streak to a season-best six games with a 50-35 home victory over Class 5A No. 10 Abilene Wylie Friday afternoon at Warren Gym. Tied at 5
LETTERS TO SANTA: Coggin Elementary
The BrownwoodNews.com annual holiday tradition continues as Brown County students share their Christmas wishes with Santa Claus:
HPU Announces Office Closure for Christmas and New Year Holidays
Howard Payne University will be closed from Monday, December 22, 2025 through Friday, January 2, 2026, in observance of the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays. Offices will reopen on Monday, January 5, 2026. HPU’s Office of
Court Records 12/19/25
The following cases were filed in the Brown County Clerk’s office from December 12 through December 18: Keith, Jacob Paul, Theft of Property < $100 Keith, Jacob Paul, Assault Causes Bodily Injury Maxwell, Lily Katelin, Failure to
TxDOT approves nearly $285 million for pedestrian and bicycle projects
The Texas Transportation Commission has approved more than $284.8 million for bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure that will help improve safety, mobility, access and quality of life for people across the state. These federal Transportation Alternative funds will
David Becktold announces candidacy for Brown County Treasurer
David Becktold officially announced his candidacy for Brown County Treasurer today, bringing eight years of dedicated service and institutional knowledge from within the Treasurer’s office to the race. As the Chief Deputy who has worked closely with
Lady Horn Aislin McCleery commits to Texas Lutheran to compete in track and field
Early Longhorns Athletics posted the following information on its Facebook page: Early Longhorn Athletics is proud to announce that Aislin McCleery has committed to continue her academic and athletic career at Texas Lutheran University, where she will
Seven from Bangs receive all-district volleyball accolades
Seven members of the Bangs Lady Dragons volleyball team earned all-district accolades from the coaches of District 5-2A. The lone first-team selection for Bangs was Justice Baker, while second-team choices included Ashlynn Sliger and Cloey Petty. Receiving
City announces Thanksgiving Day closure, adjusted trash schedule
Brownwood City Hall, Landfill, Recycling Center, and other non-emergency facilities will close on Thursday, November 27th and Friday, November 28th. Regular operating hours will resume Saturday, November 29th for the Landfill and Recycling Center and Monday, December
UNDER THE STETSON: Love Protects
I’m an Ordained Minister, how about them apples! There is really not much to it. You go online, type in some personal information, pay a small fee and presto! You can marry and bury people in about
Despite plethora of injuries, Zephyr presses on to second round with 53-8 bi-district win over Evant
PRIDDY – Missing seven members of the roster due to injury, including three starters, the Zephyr Bulldogs first persevered to a fourth consecutive district championship, then on Thursday night claimed a second straight bi-district crown. In a
HPU celebrates Texas Arbor Day 2025 with a memorial tree planting ceremony
Howard Payne University recently held activities to celebrate Texas Arbor Day. The university hosted the planting of a Texas Red Oak involving HPU students from different campus organizations. Aaron Diaz, HPU’s grounds supervisor, organized and led the
City of Brownwood Honors Employees at Annual Service Awards Banquet
The City of Brownwood recognized the dedication and longevity of employees at the Annual Service Awards Banquet held Friday, November 7, 2025, at the Brownwood Event Center. The event honored employees marking milestone years of service and