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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
Class of 2025 takes its place in Gordon Wood Hall of Champions
The Gordon Wood Hall of Champions Class of 2025 was inducted Friday at the First Methodist Church Christian Life Center, as the late Rockne Allen, Joey Ellis, Chad Evans, Bryan Allen, and Draco Miller Jr. marked the
Dallas Huston to be inducted in Texas High School Football Hall of Fame on May 9
During Friday’s Gordon Wood Hall of Champions induction ceremony, it was announced that Dallas Huston “Voice of the Lions” for 58 years, will be inducted into the Texas High School Football Hall of Fame on Saturday, May
Brown County Grand Jury Indictments October 2025
According to District Attorney Micheal Murray, during the October 2025 session of the Brown County Grand Jury, 26 true bills were returned against 22 persons. Those indicted were: Cindy Waggoner aka Cindy Jo Waggoner: Possession of a
THE TRUTH WILL SET YOU FREE: Who is Zohran Mamdani?
New York State Representative Zohran Mamdani has made headlines in the news regarding his campaign in the NYC mayoral race. A member of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), Mamdani has captured the hearts of young New
Court Records 10/31/25
The following cases were filed in the Brown County Clerk’s office from October 24 through October 30: Womack, Erin Raye, Declaration of Nolle Prosequi Womack, Erin Raye, Theft of Property >=$750 <$2,500 Goodwin, Parker Alan, Declaration of
City announces announces Veterans Day closure, adjusted trash schedule
Brownwood City Hall, Landfill, Recycling Center, and other non-emergency facilities will close on Tuesday, November 11th. Regular operating hours will resume on Wednesday, November 12th for all non-emergency facilities. Brownwood curbside trash routes for the week will
Brownwood High announces October 2025 Students of the Month
Brownwood High School (BHS) has announced their October 2025 Students of the Month. BHS is proud of these students and their accomplishments. The following students were recognized: 9th Roman Delgado Makenna Collier 10th Christian Gray Emily Diaz
HPU’s Rylie Burden takes top speaker at Rocky Mountain Moot Court Invitational
Howard Payne University’s Moot Court team competed at the Rocky Mountain Moot Court Invitational at Colorado Christian University in Denver on October 16-18. Sophomore Rylie Burden, of Nederland, won top speaker at the competition. She and her
