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LETTERS TO SANTA: Bangs JB Stephens Elementary
The BrownwoodNews.com annual holiday tradition continues as Brown County students share their Christmas wishes with Santa Claus:
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
Brookesmith Theater Arts students perform OZ
At 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 1, the Brookesmith Theater Arts students delivered their final performance of OZ by Don Zolidis at the Howard Payne University Theater—and it was nothing short of spectacular. Emma Slayton shone as Beth, joined
Annual Community Thanksgiving lunch to be hosted at HPU
Area residents and visitors are invited to attend the annual Community Thanksgiving Feast at Howard Payne University, to be held on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 27, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The event is free, but
Weekend vehicle accident on 377 South claims life of Coleman 18-year-old
The Texas Department of Public Safety on Monday released the following information regarding a two-vehicle accident on US 377 South, near the intersection of FM 45, that claimed the life of an 18-year-old Coleman male. According to
Brown County Sheriff’s Office Report: Nov. 3
The following information was provided by the Brown County Sheriff’s Office: On November 1, 2025, at approximately 1054 hours, Deputy Alexandria Sanchez was dispatched to Diamond R at North 183 in reference to disorderly conduct. The general
Spiritual Progressives invite public to first meeting Nov. 13
“Uniting Across Faiths, Respecting Differences” is the theme of the first meeting of the Spiritual Progressives, a new interfaith group in Brown County. The meeting will be at the Brownwood Event Center, 601 E. Baker St. at 6
Stop the Bleed Training set for Nov. 6
The Brown County Medical Reserve Corps and the Brownwood/Brown County Health Department will host a Stop the Bleed training on Thursday, November 6th from 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM at the Health Department. Stop the Bleed training
Commissioners Approve Tax Exemption for Child Care Facilities
At Monday’s meeting of the Brown County Commissioners Court, approval was given to a partial tax exemption for child care businesses. In 2023 an amendment to the Texas Constitution was approved which allows for child care businesses
Nominations sought for Grand Marshal of Dec. 4 Lighted Christmas Parade
The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce shared the following information Monday: It’s that time of year again for festivities, shopping and fun friends and family time with the ones we love. Our annual Christmas Parade is coming
