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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

Two BHS Students Advance to State Competition in Congressional Debate
The Brownwood High School (BHS) Congressional Debate team recently celebrated a dominant performance in the regional tournament in Mason, TX, on November 5, 2025, securing two spots in the State Congressional Debate Contest. Led by science teacher

Young takes reins of Lions basketball, seeking playoff berth after two-year drought
Former Howard Payne player and assistant coach Jorden Young is returning to Brownwood, following a head coaching stint at Santo, to take over a Lions program seeking its first trip to the playoffs since the 2022-23 campaign.

Pick ‘Em Panel – Final Week
New for the 2025 football season, BrownwoodNews.com presents its Pigskin Pick ‘Em Panel, as 14 Brown County residents each week will give their best guesses at 40 high school, college and pro football games:

Jesse Mares appointed as Brownwood Assistant Chief of Police
The City of Brownwood announces the appointment of Jesse Mares as Assistant Chief of Police for the Brownwood Police Department. Mares, a Brownwood native and Brownwood High School graduate, has served with the department since 2011. During

WEEK 12 GRIDRON GLIMPSE: Seven local teams set sights on bi-district title
Class 1A Division II Region IV Bi-District Zephyr (9-1) vs. Evant (5-5) 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13 at Priddy Fresh off their fourth consecutive district championship, the Zephyr Bulldogs – winner of 13-A Division II – battle

Bangs’ ability to overcome adversity could play a factor in playoff tilt with Tom Bean
BANGS – After prevailing in another nail-biter to secure the No. 3 playoff seed from District 5-2A Division I a week ago, Bangs second-year head coach Colton Buzzard hopes the close calls the Dragons have survived this

District champ Early eyes another gold ball in first round against Holliday
EARLY – The District 5-3A Division II tri-champion Early Longhorns have already added to their trophy case this season, picking up a share of the league championship and the No. 1 seed for the postseason a week

Lions start 17th straight postseason run seeking 4th straight bi-district title against Big Spring
A familiar foe awaits the Brownwood Lions, who begin their 17th consecutive postseason run and quest for a fourth straight bi-district championship, as the Big Spring Steers return to the schedule for the fourth year in row.

Kayli DeVusser qualifies for Pro Class and wins two National Titles at Sporting Clays Championship
Rising sporting clays competitor, Kayli DeVusser achieved an extraordinary milestone at the National Sporting Clays Championship held at the National Shooting Complex in San Antonio, Texas. Competing against some of the nation’s top shooters, Kayli not only

Fishing Reports 11/12/25
The following fishing reports are provided by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for the week of November 12: LAKE BROWNWOOD EXCELLENT. Water stained; 67 degrees; 2.62 feet below pool. Black bass to 9.25 pounds are excellent