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Radio stations receive nearly $18,000 in donations, over 2,000 toys for Toys for Kids
Tuesday marked the annual toy drives for KOXE/KBWD and Wendlee Broadcasting as the radio stations combined to gather over 2,000 toys and nearly $18,000 in monetary donations for Brown County Toys for Kids. The 20th annual Two-Steppin’
Brownwood-native Annie-Klein Allgood enjoys great opportunities as a nursing student at HPU
Charts, intravenous lines, and caring for patients are all a typical day of work for Howard Payne University student Annie-Klein Allgood. Allgood is a junior nursing major from Brownwood. Along with her classes and clinical rotations, she
District projections trickle in as Lions will compete in Class 4A Division II in football
The University Interscholastic League on Tuesday afternoon released its cutoff numbers for football classifications for the 2026 and 2027 seasons and, as anticipated, the Brownwood Lions have dropped to Class 4A Division II. Brownwood turned in an
Early football moves up to Class 3A Division I, Comanche slides to Class 3A Division II
Early football moves up to Class 3A Division I, Comanche slides to Class 3A Division II With the release of the UIL classification cutoffs for the 2026 and 2027 seasons, two additional schools in the BrownwoodNews.com coverage
SIDELINE SCENES: Brownwood at Burnet
This week’s additional photo gallery spotlights candid scenes from the sidelines – the Mighty Maroon Marching Band, BHS Cheerleaders, Lionettes, Lion Crew, etc. – from the Brownwood Lions football game the night before.
Ezra Fest donates $10,000 to San Saba flood victims
The Ezra Fest Facebook page posted the following Friday: This morning we were honored to present a cashiers check to the long-term recovery group in San Saba Flood victims for $10,062. All of YOU made this possible!
THE TRUTH WILL SET YOU FREE: False Narratives Surrounding Government Shutdown
The U.S. Federal Government has now been shut down for weeks, with 12 failed votes to reopen and pass a Congressional budget. Both Republican and Democrat politicians have taken to the news, pointing blame for the shutdown
Court Records 10/24/25
The following cases were filed in the Brown County Clerk’s office from October 17 through October 23: King, Collin Travis, Appeal – City of Early – Possession of Drug Paraphernalia King, Collin Travis, Appeal – City of
Dr. Loyd Allen emphasizes importance of spiritual formation at HPU’s inaugural Dr. James Shields Speaker Series
Dr. Loyd Allen, retired professor of church history and spiritual formation at Mercer University, presented three lectures on spiritual formation during the inaugural Dr. James Shields Speaker Series at Howard Payne University on October 21 and 22.
Brown County 4-H News: Oct. 24
October 2025 October 25th– Sheep/Goat Validation October 29th– Cen-Tex 4-H club meeting
UNDER THE STETSON: Step out of the boat
Peter was doing the unthinkable. He was walking on water! With every step he took, he got closer and closer to his goal. His whole life at that time revolved around Jesus of Nazareth. He wanted to
PHOTOS: JV, Freshman Lions defeat Burnet
Hutton Malone (7) rushes for a 91-yard touchdown in the JV’s 42-7 victory, while the Freshman Maroon Lions added a 27-6 victory Thursday night, with nearly 50 images included from Gordon Wood Stadium. The Freshman White Lions
Sweet Tips for a Safe Halloween
How can I have fun this Halloween while staying safe? What are some things I can do with my family to celebrate Halloween? 2020 has been a difficult year. We have had to adapt over and over
Brown County Sheriff’s Office Report: Oct. 23
The following information was provided by the Brown County Sheriff’s Office: On Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at approximately 0137 hours, I, Sergeant Francisco Valencia with the Brown County Sheriff’s Office, assisted Brown Count Deputy Sheriff Thomas Beloat
Contractor Vendor Fair slated for Nov. 6 at Brownwood Event Center
Looking to start a project, upgrade your home, or just get inspired? Brownwood’s first annual Contractor Vendor Fair will take place Thursday, Nov. 6 from 5 to 7:30 at the Brownwood Event Center. Admission is free and