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Fifteen months into the job, Emily Fulton making her mark as Early band director
EARLY – As a December 2024 graduate of Abilene Christian University, Emily Fulton knew she eventually wanted to be a head band director. She didn’t expect it to happen so soon. The 23-year-old Forney native was hired
Lady Lions 4×200, 4×400 relays advance to finals of Texas Relays, 4×100 to compete Saturday
AUSTIN – The Brownwood Lady Lions 4×200 and 4×400 relay teams on Friday qualified for the Division I High School Girls finals of the 98th Clyde Littlefield Texas Relays, which will be run Saturday at Mike A.
Multi-talented Connor Benoist finds home as Early assistant band director
EARLY – When Connor Benoist was a Florence High School student, Benoist got paid for helping tutor his classmates. Sort of. “I used to tutor my friends in math,” said Benoist, who is in his first year
ROC Black History Spotlight: William F. Britton II
William F. Britton II was born on May 10, 1964, in Brownwood, Texas, to the late William F. Britton Sr. and Betty J. Britton. He is the youngest of four children, with two siblings, Micheal J. Britton
ROC Black History Spotlight: Kimberly Britton
Kimberly Britton was born and raised in Brownwood, Texas. She began her education at Coggin Elementary and later graduated from Brownwood High School. An avid lover of sports, she spent her youth playing division league softball, along
Early City Council gives support for affordable rental housing development for seniors
Story, photo by Steve Nash / Special Contributor to BrownwoodNews.com EARLY – Early City Council members approved a resolution Tuesday night to show their support for a future affordable rental housing development for residents over the age
Elections Administrator Arp Encourages Voters to Prepare for Election Day
Brown County Elections Administrator Brenda Arp has issued a press release which encourages all voters to prepare for the upcoming election day. The 2026 Primary Election will be held on March 3rd, with early voting beginning next
HOOPS ROUNDUP: Early girls, Blanket boys, both Zephyr teams victorious
Early Lady Horns 71, Dublin 32 EARLY – The playoff-bound Early Lady Horns wrapped up the regular season with a 71-32 Senior Night victory over the Dublin Lady Lions Tuesday. Early (24-10, 11-3) led 19-9 after one
Lions push unbeaten streak to six behind second straight district win, 4-0 at Little River Academy
LITTLE RIVER – The Brownwood Lions extended their unbeaten streak to six matches with their second consecutive District 5-4A soccer victory, 4-0 at Little River Academy Tuesday night. The Lions (5-1-2, 2-0) led Academy (2-10-4, 0-3) by
Lions fall victim to 18-0 run in third period of 67-41 loss at Brock
BROCK – Trailing by five points early in the second half, the Brownwood Lions fell victim to an 18-0 run by Brock, who reclaimed the District 6-4A boys basketball lead with their 67-41 victory Tuesday night. The
Lady Lions take PK shootout over Little River Academy for second district win
LITTLE RIVER – Tied at 1 at the end of regulation, the Brownwood Lady Lions converted three penalty kicks to two by Little River Academy in an overtime shootout to earn a District 5-4A girls soccer win
Frigid shooting plagues No. 8 Lady Lions in 42-19 loss at No. 3 Brock
BROCK – The No. 8 Brownwood Lady Lions did not record their first bucket until two minutes remained in the first half, as their worst offensive outing of the season resulted in a 42-19 loss to No.
Council OKs police department’s grant submission for new body worn cameras
During Monday afternoon’s meeting, the Brownwood City Council authorized a resolution for the Brownwood Police Department to submit a grant application to the Office of the Governor for new body worn cameras. Assistant Police Chief Jesse Mares
City Council awards contract for Riverside Park renovations to UTZ Environmental Services
During Tuesday afternoon’s meeting, the Brownwood City Council awarded a contract for Riverside Park Phase II renovations to UTZ Environmental Services of Austin for $1,997,204.34. Council authorized an additional $52,046 for additional expenses outside of the awarded
City of Brownwood and BMDD to Participate in ICSC @RED RIVER 2026
The City of Brownwood and the Brownwood Municipal Development District (BMDD) announce their participation in ICSC@RED RIVER, taking place February 17 through 18 at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio. This premier event provides a