Austin R. Kelly, 2016 graduate of Breckenridge High School, has officially announced his candidacy for Texas Agriculture Commissioner in the 2026 election.
The 90th Judicial District Attorney’s Office has announced the following lists of cases that were pleaded in January 2026.
Stephens Memorial Hospital announced today that Dr. William E. Prater, MD., recently retired after more than 40 years as a physician and over 35 years of caring for his patients in Breckenridge.
With the new UIL district alignments for sports announced on Monday, Feb. 2, Breckenridge High School’s football and basketball teams will be facing new opponents next season, while the volleyball team will continue to play against the same schools as this year.
With Bailey Auditorium decorated in the theme of “A Royal Wonderland Adventure,” Lane Bartoskewitz was crowned the 2026 Buckaroo Queen by Great Lord Chamberlain Christian Flores on Saturday, Jan. 31.
After almost 30 years as a teacher, Robyn Brooks is taking on a new role, that of the Breckenridge Fine Arts Center director.
The charges against Shane Anthony of Breckenridge were upgraded to murder today, Wednesday, Jan. 28, in the death of Chyra Davis, who was found deceased yesterday at a property owned by Anthony.
Gov. Abbott’s plan would mean chaos, Glenn Rogers says.
The Breckenridge Police Department took Shane Anthony, 47, into custody this evening, Jan. 27, in connection with the death of Chyra Davis, whose body was found earlier today at a residence in Breckenridge.
Obituaries
Gary Ernest, age 79, of Owasso, Oklahoma, formerly of Breckenridge, passed away, Sunday, February 1, 2026. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, February 7, at St. Andrew’s
Lifestyles
With Bailey Auditorium decorated in the theme of “A Royal Wonderland Adventure,” Lane Bartoskewitz was crowned the 2026 Buckaroo Queen by Great Lord Chamberlain Christian Flores on Saturday, Jan. 31.
- Robyn Brooks brings her ‘teacher’s heart’ to Breckenridge Fine Arts Center as new director
- Clear Fork Bank makes donation to help with National Theatre expansion in downtown Breckenridge
- East Elementary wraps up holiday activities with mini-parade, Christmas carols
- Stephens Memorial Hospital to host fundraising gala on New Year’s Eve
- Downtown Breckenridge shines brightly during annual Christmas Parade
- Terry McCoy donates blankets, grabbers to Villa Haven residents; Rotary Club helps with donation
- Christmas Parade rescheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 17; other holiday events planned
- Christmas parade, other events on Breckenridge’s December calendar
Sports
With the new UIL district alignments for sports announced on Monday, Feb. 2, Breckenridge High School’s football and basketball teams will be facing new opponents next season, while the volleyball team will continue to play against the same schools as this year.
- Former Buckaroo Jerry Lawson transferring to Oklahoma State University
- Breckenridge youths sink their shots, advance to district Hoop Shoot competition
- Breckenridge Elks Lodge to host annual Hoop Shoot contest on Sunday, Jan. 4
- Buckaroo Nation mourns loss of longtime coach/athletic trainer Bill Pearce
- Covering a Buckaroo on the big stage: A Breckenridge reporter’s trip to see Jerry Lawson play DI 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
Texas News
Average gasoline prices in Texas have risen 1.1 cents per gallon in the last week.
- As oil prices rise, U.S. and Texas gas prices also increase
- Texas gas prices remain unchanged over the past week, but oil prices are inching higher
- For fifth week, national gas price average declines
- National average price of gasoline continues to drop as prices at some gas stations drop below $2/gallon
- Nation’s gas prices drop for third straight week
- As gas prices continue to drop, expert says rates likely to stay low into new year
- Falling gas prices offer holiday relief for Americans
- Texas gas prices rise slightly ahead of Thanksgiving holiday
- With gas prices steady, other factors lead to uncertainty around Thanksgiving travel
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.
