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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

THE IDLE AMERICAN: Behind the masks
If all the COVID-19 stories were laid end to end and submerged, it might be a good thing. Most of us think of this acronym (Corona Virus Disease-2019) in negative terms. However, just as some first century Christians wondered

East Elementary, second-grade teachers recognized for Bluebonnet curriculum performance at BISD Board meeting
During Monday night’s meeting of the Brownwood ISD Board of Trustees, East Elementary and second-grade teachers Mary Salazar and Emily Justice were recognized for their performances regarding the state-adopted Bluebonnet curriculum. Deputy Superintendent Liesa Land told those

Tom Munson announces candidacy for Brown County Judge
BrownwoodNews.com received the following press release Monday afternoon: Tom Munson has entered the race for the Republican nomination for Brown County Judge in the March 3rd Primary. Munson stated, “I have lived in Brown County with my

Gov. Abbott announces Brownwood designation as Music Friendly Texas Certified Community
Governor Greg Abbott on Monday announced that the City of Brownwood has been designated by the Texas Music Office (TMO) as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community after completing the multi-step certification process. The Music Friendly Texas

Lady Lions stay at No. 13, Brookesmith girls debut at No. 22 in TABC state rankings
Following a 3-2 week, the Brownwood Lady Lions remained ranked No. 13 in Class 4A by the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches for the week for Dec. 8. The Lady Lions (10-3) defeated Class 6A Hutto (43-41),

BISD announces Spotlight Employees for December
Brownwood ISD issued the following press release Monday afternoon: This month’s spotlight teacher is Reed Ellett. Mr. Ellett is a Life Academics teacher at Coggin Elementary. He holds an Associate of Applied Science degree in Public Health

Brown County Grand Jury Indictments November 2025
According to District Attorney Micheal Murray, during the November 2025 session of the Brown County Grand Jury, 30 true bills were returned against 23 persons. Those indicted were: Collin Travis King: Possession of a controlled substance Justin

Five sentenced in 35th District Court
The office of District Attorney Micheal Murray issued the following press release regarding felony cases heard in 35th District Court by Judge Mike Smith. Gidget Diane Lawson aka Gidget Diane Stewart, on probation for the felony offense


Wreaths Across America ceremony Dec. 13 at Greenleaf Cemetery
The Welcome W. Chandler Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas proudly announces that this Christmas season all 2,000 veterans buried at Greenleaf Cemetery will be revered with lovely, fresh, handcrafted balsam wreaths from Maine.