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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,
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
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
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
Brown County Sheriff’s Office Report: Oct. 2
The following information was provided by the Brown County Sheriff’s Office: On 09/29/25, at approximately 1929 hours, Deputy Ethan Fox was dispatched to Lovers Lane, Brownwood, Tx 76801 regarding a terroristic threat. Deputy Fox arrived on scene
Week 6 Local Football Standings
The following are the standings, as well as upcoming schedules, for the 11 districts that contain the 19 local high school teams BrownwoodNews.com is following this season, as well as Howard Payne and the American Southwest Conference.
WEEK 6 GRIDIRON GLIMPSE: Light docket with one 11-man, eight six-man games on schedule
May (4-1) at Irion County (1-4) 7:30 p.m. Friday The Class A Division I No. 3 May Tigers set their sights on a fourth consecutive victory as they visit the Irion County Hornets Friday night. May is
Lions close pre-district action against Ingleside seeking back-to-back victories
Fresh off their second victory of the 2025 campaign, the Brownwood Lions look to build additional momentum ahead of the start of the District 4-4A Division I slate as they battle the Class 4A Division II Ingleside
HPU speech and debate places well at first tournament of the season
HPU’s Student Speaker Bureau speech and debate team competed in their season opener at the Mendoza Debates, held at Lee College in Baytown, finishing with significant honors. Earning top honors for the team was freshman Solomon Sabo, Guy D. New Honors Academy, public policy
Fishing Reports 10/1/25
The following fishing reports are provided by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for the week of October 1: LAKE BROWNWOOD GOOD. Water stained; 74 degrees; 1.81 feet below pool. Black bass to 4.69 pounds are excellent
Man who triggered Amber Alert in July indicted for attempted aggravated kidnapping
According to District Attorney Micheal Murray, during the September 2025 session of the Brown County Grand Jury, 17 true bills were returned against 14 persons. Among those indicted were Cody Louis Kille for attempted aggravated kidnapping, as
Feels Like Home Festival, Downtown Preview Night this weekend
The second annual Feels Like Home Festival hits Brownwood this Saturday, Oct. 4 – and now, Downtown Preview Night has been added on Friday with 20+ local businesses offering late-night shopping and in-store specials to create a full weekend experience. Festival
Brownwood tennis nipped by Stephenville, 10-9, in district finale
The Brownwood High tennis team suffered a narrow 10-9 home loss to Stephenville Tuesday in the District 7-4A and regular season finale. Picking up wins for Brownwood were the mixed doubles team of Blake Hutchins and Ashlyn
Lady Lions fall in straight sets at District 6-4A rival Glen Rose
GLEN ROSE – The Brownwood Lady Lions slipped to 0-3 in District 6-4A volleyball action and 14-14 on the season with a 25-7, 25-18, 25-3 loss at Glen Rose Tuesday night. Aniah Hines tallied six kills for