City Manager Cynthia Northrop announced her resignation, effective Nov. 30, at the end of the Breckenridge City Commission meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 13.
With autumn officially underway, preparations are in full swing for Breckenridge’s annual Fall Festival and Halloween activities. Local organizers have put together a full slate of events designed to celebrate the season.
Stephens County commissioners voted today, Monday, Oct. 12, to establish an application process to distribute wind farm funds to nonprofit organizations, postponing decisions on which groups will receive money and how much.
Featuring the theme “Flashback to ’51,” Stephens Memorial Hospital will host its annual Stephens County Health Fair on Saturday, Oct. 17, from 7 to 11 a.m. at First Baptist Church, 301 S. Rose St.
The “B” on top of Clear Fork Bank was lit up in the October sky Friday evening and that could only mean one thing: the Breckenridge Buckaroos were victorious on the gridiron.
SRSUD implements Stage 1 Mild Water Shortage Conditions, asks for voluntary reduction in water usage
The rural water district has established voluntary guidelines for outdoor watering, vehicle washing, and other non-essential water uses.
In honor of the work that Jim Merson has done every Memorial Day weekend for the past 15 years, Copperleaf Properties presented him with the Hometown Heart Award.
The governor no longer believes in a bedrock conservative value.
The Breckenridge Police Department and the City of Breckenridge are inviting residents and families across Stephens County to gather for the annual National Night Out celebration on Tuesday, Oct. 6.
Obituaries
Kelly Lynn Sisemore, age 54, passed away on October 8, 2026. She was born to Bill and Geraldine (Geri) Love Sisemore on February 2, 1972. Kelly leaves behind many who
Lifestyles
Saturday, Oct. 17 Health Fair Stephens Memorial Hospital will host its annual Stephens County Health Fair from 7 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, held at the Family Life Center
- Artifact collector details arrowheads, stone tools of Stephens County at local DRT meeting
- Breckenridge Woman’s Forum kicks off new season, launches fundraiser
- BFAC to host closing reception for juried show and opening reception for Barbara Hack exhibit on Saturday, Sept. 26
- Breckenridge’s Bethel Baptist Church to celebrate 100th anniversary on Sunday, Sept. 20
- DRT’s Picketville Chapter to host presentation on arrowheads
- Analia Palacios crowned 2026 Buckaroo Homecoming Queen
- BFAC’s 34th annual Juried Art Show, photo exhibit on display
- Breckenridge Lions Club installs 2026-27 officers
Sports
The “B” on top of Clear Fork Bank was lit up in the October sky Friday evening and that could only mean one thing: the Breckenridge Buckaroos were victorious on the gridiron.
- Buckaroos wrap up pre-district schedule with 0-5 record, following loss to Anson
- Clyde leaves Breckenridge searching for first win, as Bulldogs beat Buckaroos 42-18
- Former Super Bowl Champion brings lessons of football, life to Breckenridge
- Buckaroos drop to 0-3 with 42-6 loss to Cisco Loboes
- Breckenridge selected for Gary Reasons’ Texas Football Dream program next week
- Early Longhorns spoil Buckaroo Homecoming game with 47-18 win over Breckenridge
- Breckenridge to take on Early Longhorns in tonight’s Homecoming game at Buckaroo Stadium
- Buckaroos drop season opener against Comanche
- Bucks to kickoff 2026 varsity football season tonight against Comanche
Texas News
Average gasoline prices in Texas have fallen 9.9 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.78/g on Monday, Oct. 12.
- Texas gas prices hold steady at $3.88 as national average drops
- Strait of Hormuz closure, Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil refineries lead to higher gas prices in U.S., Texas
- Texas and U.S. gas prices jump by double digits in past week
- Gas prices increase as U.S.-Iran ceasefire collapses
- Average gas prices fell in 46 states, including Texas, last week
- Gas prices have been dropping, but the future of the rates remains murky, according to GasBuddy’s expert
- GasBuddy forecasts most expensive summer at the pump in years amid strait closure
- Texas gas prices continue to rise amid geopolitical tensions, according to petroleum analyst
- Gas prices continue to rise, could reach $4/gal, petroleum expert says
Letters to the Editor
The paintings of Texas artist Steve Miller are on display in the Breckenridge Fine Arts Center’s main gallery through June 26.
- Letter To The Editor: Rylee Fuller thanks community for helping with FFA trip
- Letter to the Editor: Lynn McCoy’s family carries on her Christmas traditions
- 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
Celebrations
They will celebrate on Sunday, May 28.
