On Wednesday morning, the staff of Graham Savings and Loan in Breckenridge presented a check to Doug Beaty for the 2025 Toys for Tots program in Stephens County.
It’s not every day that a small town sportswriter gets the chance to cover a hometown kid at the collegiate level, especially NCAA Division I football.
Stephens Memorial Hospital is hosting its annual Stockings for Seniors drive to provide gifts for home-bound senior citizens in Breckenridge and Stephens County.
A traveling exhibit offering an immersive look at the people and events of the Revolutionary War is now on display at the Myrtle Wilks Community Center in Cisco through Dec. 6, hosted by the Lee’s Legion Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution.
The Hubbard Creek Volunteer Fire Department received a $20,000 grant from the Oncor Cares Foundation on Nov. 10.
Breckenridge Independent School District honored the Students and Staff of the Month, at the Board of Trustees meeting on Monday, Nov. 10.
Stephens Memorial Hospital joins communities across the country in celebrating National Rural Health Day on Thursday, Nov. 20.
ResourceCare Healthcare announced on Tuesday, Nov. 18, the appointment of Patrick Butler as its new Chief Executive Officer.
The Breckenridge Craft Guild will host its annual Holiday Craft Extravaganza, a local tradition for over 30 years, this weekend.
Obituaries
Maria Monroy, age 68, of Breckenridge, passed away Tuesday, November 25, 2025. Funeral mass will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, November 29, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father
Lifestyles
A traveling exhibit offering an immersive look at the people and events of the Revolutionary War is now on display at the Myrtle Wilks Community Center in Cisco through Dec. 6, hosted by the Lee’s Legion Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution.
- Breckenridge Craft Guild to host annual Holiday Craft Extravaganza on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 22-23
- Breckenridge scout builds prayer garden for Eagle Project
- Texas Tamale Championship set for Nov. 22 in downtown Breckenridge
- Boot House to host ‘Young at Art Show & Sell’ featuring student creations
- Breckenridge’s National Theatre to host ‘3 Fools on 3 Stools’ concert tonight, Saturday, Nov. 8
- TSTC staff, students gather at retirement party to thank Lisa Langford for her service
- Local brands featured on quilt for museum fundraiser
- Pumpkin spice and plenty of team spirit fill First Methodist kitchen in preparation for annual Turkey Dinner
Sports
It’s not every day that a small town sportswriter gets the chance to cover a hometown kid at the collegiate level, especially NCAA Division I football.
- Buckaroos wrap up 2025 football season with 55-0 loss to Paradise Panthers
- Buckaroos wrap up regular football season with win over SA-TLCA, prepare for playoffs
- Bucks fall to Sweetwater in the Mustang Bowl
- Buckaroos’ victory in Comanche secures playoff spot for first time since 2022
- Buckaroos lose to Jim Ned in district home opener
- Buckaroos suffer ‘disappointing loss’ against Clyde Bulldogs
- District Preview: Buckaroos to start district play against Clyde Bulldogs on Friday, Oct. 10
- Buckaroos spoil Rattlers’ homecoming game with 19-12 win
- Buckaroos dominate Mavericks for first win of season
Texas News
Average gasoline prices in Texas have risen 4.9 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.63/g today.
- With gas prices steady, other factors lead to uncertainty around Thanksgiving travel
- Gasoline prices edge higher as refinery issues, drop in supplies affect prices
- U.S. and Texas gas prices fell last week
- Possibility of U.S.-China trade deal could lift oil prices
- Gas prices continue to drop across Texas, U.S.
- Texas’ average gas prices drop 12 cents per gallon in last week
- Nation’s gas prices fluctuate, according to GasBuddy expert
- Texas gas prices continue to drop, along with the national average
- Texas gas prices drop as seasonal driving tapers off
Letters to the Editor
Lynn McCoy, my momma, passed away November 6, 2024. Christmas was her favorite time of the year. She spoiled everyone she loved at this time of year. And she always
- Letter to the Editor: SMH Auxiliary thanks donors and sponsors of Bunco Night Fundraiser
- Letter to the Editor: Beatitudes in every classroom
- Letter to the Editor: Mike Olcott endorsement
- Letter to the Editor: Voucher Lobby Lies
- Letter to the Editor: Rural School Association supports Glenn Rogers
- Letter to the Editor: Readers support Mike Olcott for Texas State Representative District 60
- Letter to the Editor: Readers say Mike Olcott is wrong for House District 60
- Letter to the Editor: Thanks and gratitude to the Breckenridge community
- Letter to the Editor: Local resident explains why she’s ashamed of Stephens County in wake of courthouse animal policy
Celebrations
They will celebrate on Sunday, May 28.
