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Breckenridge EDC, Chamber of Commerce to host local job fair Aug. 11-13

    Breckenridge EDC, Chamber of Commerce to host local job fair Aug. 11-13

The Breckenridge Economic Development Corporation and Chamber of Commerce will host a three-day job fair on Aug. 11 – 13. During those days, members of the public can stop by and fill out employment applications for positions that are available at local businesses.

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Local traffic stop leads to suspected human smuggling investigation

    Local traffic stop leads to suspected human smuggling investigation

A traffic stop by a Stephens County deputy sheriff earlier this week, resulted in the apprehension of 11 people inside a vehicle that appeared to involve the human smuggling of immigrants who were illegally in the United States.

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BHS Head Baseball Coach Kevin Bartley resigns amid police investigation

    BHS Head Baseball Coach Kevin Bartley resigns amid police investigation

Breckenridge ISD Superintendent Bryan Allen confirmed today that Breckenridge High School Head Baseball Coach Kevin Bartley II resigned last week, and Breckenridge Police Chief Bacel Cantrell said that his department is actively investigating  Bartley concerning an alleged improper relationship with a student.

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BISD investigating allegations of improper employee conduct

    BISD investigating allegations of improper employee conduct

According to a statement from Breckenridge Independent School District Superintendent Bryan Allen, the school district is investigating concerns regarding alleged improper electronic communications between an employee and a student.

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BHS grad shares insights from his journey as Eagle Scout to flying combat missions in the Air Force  

  BHS grad shares insights from his journey as Eagle Scout to flying combat missions in the Air Force  

On Saturday, Breckenridge Scout Troop 63 learned just how far the skills they’re learning in the Boy Scouts can take them in life when Aric Holly, 1995 BHS graduate, retired U.S. Air Force pilot and Eagle Scout, spoke at the troop’s Court of Honor.

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BFAC hosts artists’ reception, gears up for Juried Art Show

  BFAC hosts artists’ reception, gears up for Juried Art Show

The Breckenridge Fine Arts Center hosted a reception on Saturday for the artists featured in the center’s most recent exhibit, and now BFAC Director Shalon Taylor Wilson will spend the next few weeks getting ready for the 3oth annual Juried Art Show.

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Pearce looks back on first year as BISD Athletic Director

  Pearce looks back on first year as BISD Athletic Director

For Breckenridge Athletic Director Casey Pearce, his first year after returning home to his alma mater was nothing short of a challenge.

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Two Breckenridge men arrested on Manslaughter charges from separate vehicle accidents

  Two Breckenridge men arrested on Manslaughter charges from separate vehicle accidents

By Tony Pilkington and Carla McKeown/Breckenridge Texan Earlier this month, Breckenridge police arrested two local men on manslaughter charges in

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Elaine Evers

  Elaine Evers

Elaine Evers, age 76, of Breckenridge, passed away February 28, 2021. A celebration of her life will be held at

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Breckenridge’s Cub Scout Pack 81 presents year-end awards, names new Cubmaster at Blue and Gold Banquet

  Breckenridge’s Cub Scout Pack 81 presents year-end awards, names new Cubmaster at Blue and Gold Banquet

Breckenridge Cub Scout Pack 81 held its annual Blue and Gold Banquet awards ceremony Saturday, May 22, at the Woman’s Forum.

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