Breckenridge High School senior Kason Burchett is giving the city’s Birdhouse Park a fresh look as part of his Eagle Scout project, focusing on restoring pathways, repairing birdhouses and improving the park’s appearance for the community.
Breckenridge Independent School District honored the Students and Staff of the Month, at the Board of Trustees meeting on Monday, Oct. 13.
Last week, Breckenridge joined 412 other communities around the state in celebrating National Night Out, an event hosted by the Breckenridge Police Department, the City of Breckenridge and other local first responders.
Despite having the lead in the third quarter Friday night, Oct. 10, the Buckaroos varsity football team lost their district opener to the Clyde Bulldogs in Clyde, 22-14.
Glenn Rogers takes a closer look at social media attacks on public schools and teachers.
The Lee’s Legion Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution presented the Breckenridge Fire Department with “Hero Bags” filled with goodies.
The Breckenridge Buckaroos will officially open the district portion of the 2025 football season on Friday, Oct. 10, against the Clyde Bulldogs at 7 p.m. at Bulldog Stadium in Clyde.
On Saturday evening, as Ronnie Calsoncin’s family, friends and long-time customers gathered at Ernie’s Spanish Kitchen to celebrate the 50th anniversary of his family’s restaurant, Ronnie took a few minutes to sit down and talk about the milestone.
It’s that time of year, when the autumn and winter holidays inspire a variety of community activities.
Obituaries
Patty Walker, age 75, of Breckenridge, passed away Thursday, October 9, 2025. A private graveside service will be held Tuesday, October 14, 2025. Visitation will be held from 6 p.m.
Lifestyles
Breckenridge High School senior Kason Burchett is giving the city’s Birdhouse Park a fresh look as part of his Eagle Scout project, focusing on restoring pathways, repairing birdhouses and improving the park’s appearance for the community.
- Lee’s Legion Chapter of DAR delivers ‘Hero Bags’ to Breckenridge Fire Dept.
- Calendar of Events
- Breckenridge plans variety of events for upcoming holiday season
- Reid Bros. opens annual Performance Series for Breckenridge’s National Theatre
- National Theatre’s 2025-26 Performance Series to kickoff Saturday with Reid Bros. show
- Clear Fork Bank makes donation to Public Art Contest hosted by City of Breckenridge, Chamber of Commerce
- Reid Bros. to open Breckenridge National Theatre’s 2025-26 Performance Series on Sept. 20
- Breckenridge Fine Arts Center unveils awards for 33rd annual Juried Art Show
Sports
Despite having the lead in the third quarter Friday night, Oct. 10, the Buckaroos varsity football team lost their district opener to the Clyde Bulldogs in Clyde, 22-14.
- 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
- Homecoming parade celebrates Buckaroos; kickoff set for 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 19
- Activities planned throughout week for 2025 Buckaroo Homecoming
- Buckaroos drop Week 3 game to Loboes, turn focus to Homecoming game against Eastland on Sept. 19
- Buckaroos show improvement, despite 21-14 loss to Childress Bobcats
- Buckaroos fall to Holliday Eagles 43-0 in season opener
- Buckaroo coach Casey Pearce praises team’s competitiveness, effort as they prepare for opening game on Friday, Aug. 29
Texas News
The national average price of gasoline has fallen 6.4 cents per gallon in the 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
- Gas prices should continue to drop, according to petroleum analyst
- Texas bucks national trend as state’s average drops slightly
- National average price of gasoline drops while Texas rates raise slightly
- Texas gas prices jump as national rates remain unchanged
- Gas prices show slight drop after oil prices fall below $64/barrel
- Texas gas prices fall slightly while national average is up
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.
