English

www.brownwoodnews.com

Today News

06

May Lady Tigers throttle 5A Abilene Cooper, 46-19

www.brownwoodnews.com

ABILENE – The May Lady Tigers improved to 2-1 on the basketball season with a 46-19 road victory over Class 5A Abilene Cooper Tuesday night. May led 11-4 after one quarter, 22-11 at halftime and 33-19 through

One-vehicle accident in Coleman County claims life of Abilene man

www.brownwoodnews.com

The Texas Department of Public Safety shared information late Tuesday on a one-vehicle fatality accident that took place at 7:52 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8 on County Road 108 in Coleman County. A 2013 Mazda 3 passenger car,

Lions basketball nets 61-47 victory at Dublin in season opener

www.brownwoodnews.com

DUBLIN – The Brownwood Lions opened the 2024-25 basketball campaign Tuesday night with a 61-47 road victory over the Dublin Lions. Brownwood (1-0) trailed 20-19 after one quarter, opened a 35-30 lead at halftime, and carried a

04

Lady Lions collect third straight win to start the season, 39-33 at Sweetwater

www.brownwoodnews.com

SWEETWATER – The Brownwood Lady Lions found another win away from home as they moved to 3-0 on the season with a 39-33 triumph over the Sweetwater Lady Mustangs Tuesday night. Brownwood shot 31 percent (15 of

Tuesday, Nov 12

00

Construction continues on numerous BISD Bond projects

www.brownwoodnews.com

Around almost every turn, work continues on the improvements approved by voters during the Brownwood ISD Bond election of May 2023. The multi-purpose indoor facility has recently started its rise as it will be used for football,

21

City Council OKs change orders for Riverside Park, sewer and water lines near Coliseum

www.brownwoodnews.com

After lengthy discussion regarding both items, the Brownwood City Council Tuesday morning approved changes orders not to exceed $120,000 for Riverside Park construction, electrical, and lift station improvements, as well as $15,636.25…

20

Helen Harkey

www.brownwoodnews.com

Helen Claire Harkey, a devoted family member and a friend to all, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2024 at 83 years old. Visitation will begin at 2:00 PM on Sunday, November 24th, at the First Presbyterian

19

Brownwood Lions Varsity Players presentation of Macbeth this weekend

www.brownwoodnews.com

The Brownwood Lions Varsity Players presentation of Macbeth will take place this weekend at the Dorothy McIntosh Fine Arts Center at Brownwood High School. Showtimes are 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14, 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16, and

15

Countryside Home in Early, Texas

www.brownwoodnews.com

2985 County Road 336, Early, Texas 76802 Listing: $389,900 Details: 12+ Acres, 3,600 sq ft metal home and a 1,050 sq ft metal shop. 3 beds, 3 baths. The insulated shop is equipped with a mini-split system.

13

THE IDLE AMERICAN: When boredom seems terminal

www.brownwoodnews.com

Now that the election is over, my ancient Uncle Mort and his domino-playing buddies down in the thicket can resume their usual mostly-minutia confabs that too often lack authenticity. This reminds me of the annual extravaganza birthed

05

BISD Board of Trustees members sworn in to new four-year teams, officers remain same

www.brownwoodnews.com

At Monday night’s Brownwood ISD Board of Trustees meeting, Place Two Trustee Diane Thompson, Place Four Trustee Tim Wilson and Place Five Trustee Codie Smith were sworn in to new four-year teams. Also, after an hour and

03

November Sales Tax Up in Brownwood & Bangs, Down in Early

www.brownwoodnews.com

The November sales tax allocations were up in the cities of Brownwood and Bangs, but down in the city of Early, according to data released by the Texas Comptroller’s Office. The November sales tax allocation reflects taxable

Monday, Nov 11

00

Mary Keele

www.brownwoodnews.com

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mary Lou Adkins Keele, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend who departed this life on Monday, November 11, 2024, at the age of 77. She

23

Brookesmith students honor veterans

www.brownwoodnews.com

Monday morning, 60 PK-5 students and approximately 90 family members gathered to pay homage to American veterans. The students marched around the gym to the tune of Lee Greenwood singing “God Bless the USA”. After the Pledge

Gareth E. Howard

www.brownwoodnews.com

Gareth E. Howard, age 81, of May, passed away with his family by his side on Friday, November 8, 2024. A memorial service for Gareth will be held at a later date. Gareth was born on July

AJ Anderson

www.brownwoodnews.com

AJ Anderson, age 75, of Bangs, passed away on Saturday, November 9, 2024 in Abilene with his family by his side. A Celebration of Life for AJ will be held at 10:00AM on Saturday, November 23, at

Cathy Lynn Abel-Vaughn

www.brownwoodnews.com

Funeral service for Cathy Lynn Abel-Vaughn, 73 of Brownwood, Texas is pending with Brownwood Funeral Home. She died on Sunday, November 10, 2024, in Brownwood, Texas. Services entrusted to Brownwood Funeral Home. Online condolences may be…

Stanley Curtis Hartman

www.brownwoodnews.com

Stanley Curtis Hartman, a beloved member of the Santa Anna community, peacefully passed away at his home in Santa Anna, Texas, on Sunday, November 11, 2024, surrounded by his family. Born on April 15, 1946, in Santa

Roseboom, Venegas named Brownwood ISD Spotlight Employees

www.brownwoodnews.com

Brownwood ISD issued the following press release Monday: This month’s spotlight teacher is LaPlesa Roseboom, a Special Education teacher at Coggin Elementary, where she works with 6th-grade students. She earned her Bachelor of Applied Arts…

15

Lions basketball begins season Tuesday against Dublin

www.brownwoodnews.com

The Brownwood Lions are looking to redeem themselves during the 2024-25 basketball campaign after finishing with a 10-24 overall record and 0-8 league mark a year ago. The same four teams from the last two seasons –

14

Cross Plains Band #2 in State

www.brownwoodnews.com

The Cross Plains High School Buffalo Marching Band recently competed in the Texas UIL State Marching Band Contest event, and finished #2 in the state in Class 1A. The Cross Plains band is not a stranger to

13

‘Out of the Box’ with Dallas Huston: Football playoffs

www.brownwoodnews.com

Well, congratulations and a long awaited good game for the Brownwood Lion Varsity. They played really well down the stretch when they get a game that gave them third place in Burnet and then got blown out

Sunday, Nov 10

19

Commercial Listing in Brownwood

www.brownwoodnews.com

209 Main, 306 E Lee Main, Brownwood, TX Listing: $375,000 Details: This shop specializes in auto repair, and customizing of all types of vehicles. Includes all inventory, tools owned by owner, 2 vehicle lifts, compressors. View property

15

WEEKLY SPORTS SCHEDULE – Nov. 11-17

www.brownwoodnews.com

** Tuesday, Nov. 12 PLAYOFF VOLLEYBALL Richland Springs vs. Bluff Dale (at Brownwood), 6 p.m. GIRLS BASKETBALL Brownwood at Sweetwater, 6:15 p.m. Coleman at Early, 5 p.m. Mason at Bangs, 6:15 p.m. May at Abilene Cooper, 6:15

Brownwood ISD 4th Grade Veterans Day Program set for Nov. 11th at the Event Center

www.brownwoodnews.com

The Brownwood ISD 4th graders will celebrate and honor our Veterans with a special program on November 11, 2024 at 9:30 am at the Brownwood Event Center. Join students from Woodland Heights, East, Coggin & Northwest elementary

14

Increased Reward Offered in Teenager’s Cold Case Murder

www.brownwoodnews.com

AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is seeking information in the 1987 murder of Veronica Taylor. The reward for information leading to the arrest of those responsible for her death is now increased to

Texas Ramps Up Border Security Efforts To Repel Potential Mass Migration

www.brownwoodnews.com

Governor Abbott: Drone Technology Continues To Assist In Border Security Efforts This Wednesday on X, formerly known as Twitter, Governor Abbot shared photos of Texas National Guard soldiers preparing drones for flight operations along the…

01

Lady Lions improve to 2-0 with 51-46 victory at Merkel

www.brownwoodnews.com

MERKEL – The Brownwood Lady Lions improved to 2-0 on the young season with a second straight five-point road victory, 51-46 over Merkel Saturday afternoon. The Lady Lions overcame a 25 percent (15 of 60) shooting performance