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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
Lions halt two-game skid, down Comanche for second time, 52-26, at Dublin
DUBLIN – The Brownwood Lions returned to the win column Friday, snapping a two-game skid with their second victory over Comanche this season, 52-26, in Dublin tournament action. The Lions (4-4) owned a 12-7 advantage after one
Seven Brown County fire departments receiving $25,000 as part of Forest Service’s assistance program
Thanks to a historic investment by the 89th Texas Legislature, Texas A&M Forest Service approved an additional $17.6 million in funding to award 687 fire and rescue equipment grants and 66 dry hydrant grants to Texas volunteer fire
Court Records 12/5/25
The following cases were filed in the Brown County Clerk’s office from November 21 through December 4: Harwell, Bobby Gene Jr., Declaration of Nolle Prosequi Harwell, Samuel Wesley, Declaration of Nolle Prosequi Patrick-Curl, Colleen, Declaration of Nolle
Volunteers sought for Dec. 13 Wreaths Across America program at Greenleaf Cemetery
Volunteers are being sought to help place approximately 2,000 wreaths on the graves of veterans at Greenleaf Cemetery from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 13 as part of the annual Wreaths Across America program. The
City of Early invites community, visitors to experience expanded Holly Jolly Tree Trail
EARLY – The City of Early is happy to announce the return of the Holly Jolly Tree Trail at Early Town Center Park, located at 109 Kelcy Way, with exciting updates for its second annual celebration! This
Strawn stands between Richland Springs, chance to play for 10th state championship
The Richland Springs Coyotes are two victories shy of state championship No. 10 in program history, and their first since the 2019 campaign. Standing in the way at 5 p.m. Saturday at Art Briles Stadium is a
UNDER THE STETSON: Gift Giver
I will never forget one Christmas many years ago when my sister and two brothers, along with our spouses, were exchanging and opening gifts. None of us had any kids at the time, today there are 12
UPON REVIEW: Hey, unto you, the children in ‘The Best Christmas Pageant Ever’ steal the show
Article by Brae Foust “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” is one of those pieces of media you could put into the rotation of Christmas stories to show every year next to “A Christmas Story,” “How the Grinch