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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
WEEKLY SPORTS SCHEDULE – Dec. 15-21
Monday, Dec. 15 GIRLS BASKETBALL Brownwood vs. La Vernia (at Junction), 6:30 p.m. *** Tuesday, Dec. 16 GIRLS BASKETBALL Early at Peaster, 6:15 p.m. Bangs at Ballinger, 6:15 p.m. Brookesmith at Priddy, 6 p.m. Sidney at Blanket,
HOOPS ROUNDUP: Brookesmith girls, Zephyr boys and girls, and May boys and girls finish weekend with wins
Zephyr Lady Bulldogs 35, Gorman 31 ZEPHYR – The Zephyr Lady Bulldogs captured the championship of their own tournament Saturday with a 35-31 victory over Gorman. The Lady Bulldogs led 9-7 after one quarter, 22-16 at halftime,
Lions conclude Brady tournament with 65-55 victory over San Angelo Central JV
BRADY – The Brownwood Lions concluded their stay at the Brady tournament Saturday with a 65-55 triumph over the San Angelo Central JV. Brownwood jumped out to a 21-13 advantage after one period, which stood at 34-31
2,000 wreaths placed on veterans’ graves at Greenleaf Cemetery
The Welcome W. Chandler Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas held a Wreaths Across America observation at Greenleaf Cemetery Saturday morning, followed the placement of 2,000 wreaths on the graves on military veterans. Matthew
HOOPS ROUNDUP: Early girls open district with win; Brookesmith girls hang on to perfect record
Early Lady Horns 45, Millsap 14 EARLY – The Early Lady Horns opened District 8-3A action Friday night with a 45-14 home victory over Millsap. Early (12-4, 1-0) led 10-3 after one period, 17-7 at the midway
Yellow Jackets again eclipse century mark in 103-82 home victory over Centenary
For the sixth time this year, the Howard Payne Yellow Jackets reached triple figures in points, improving to 9-3 overall with a 103-82 home victory over Centenary Friday night at the Brownwood Coliseum. The Yellow Jackets –
Lady Jackets notch third victory in a row, 85-40 over Centenary
The Howard Payne Lady Jackets stretched their win streak to three games with an 85-40 victory over Centenary Friday night at the Brownwood Coliseum. The Lady Jackets (5-6) led Centenary (2-7) by a 15-8 count after one
Defense fuels No. 13 Lady Lions’ 35-17 home victory over Hamilton
The No. 13 Brownwood Lady Lions held the Hamilton Lady Bulldogs without a point the first 5:11 of the contest, then pitched another shutout for an 11:29 span during the second half en route to a 35-17
Lions defeat Eldorado, fall to Abilene High JV at Brady tournament
Jordan Gilbert (24) scored 16 points in the win over Eldorado for Brownwood (7-6), which concludes tournament action SaturdayBRADY – The Brownwood Lions stand at 2-1 heading into the final day of the Brady tournament after splitting
Sentence handed down for Possession, Injury to Elderly
According to the office of District Attorney Micheal Murray, a felony case was recently heard in Brown/Mills County District Court, Judge Mike Smith, presiding. Derek Lynn Cochran, on probation for the felony offense of Possession of a