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Breckenridge Buckaroos earn 3-3A all-district honors

    Breckenridge Buckaroos earn 3-3A all-district honors

With the final team of District 3-3A (Jim Ned) eliminated from the Class 3A football playoffs last week, the official post-season all-district honors were announced by Buckaroo head coach Casey Pearce shortly after Jim Ned defeat.

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Local Toys for Tots coordinator continues 36-year mission to support community children

    Local Toys for Tots coordinator continues 36-year mission to support community children

For 36 years, U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Doug Beaty (ret.) has been working to ensure children in Stephens County receive toys during the holiday season through the Marine Corps Reserves’ Toys for Tots program.

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Local holiday activities planned for December

    Local holiday activities planned for December

The December calendar is quickly filling up with holiday-related local events. Check out some of the activities planned for this month.

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‘Spirit in the Sky’ exhibit, featuring work of Shalon Wilson on display at Breckenridge Fine Arts Center

    ‘Spirit in the Sky’ exhibit, featuring work of Shalon Wilson on display at Breckenridge Fine Arts Center

The “Spirit in the Sky” exhibit will be on display at the BFAC through Dec. 28.

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City of Breckenridge to host Citizens Academy next year, offering behind-the-scenes look at local government

    City of Breckenridge to host Citizens Academy next year, offering behind-the-scenes look at local government

Participants will visit various city facilities and build relationships in an interactive environment.

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Rotary Club to host blood drive on Thursday, Dec. 5, at TSTC

    Rotary Club to host blood drive on Thursday, Dec. 5, at TSTC

The Rotary Club of Breckenridge will host its final blood drive of 2024 on Thursday, Dec. 5, at Texas State Technical College.

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Breckenridge Fine Arts Center to host reception tonight for Shalon Wilson exhibit

  Breckenridge Fine Arts Center to host reception tonight for Shalon Wilson exhibit

The Breckenridge Fine Arts Center will host a reception from 5 to 7 p.m. this evening, Saturday, Nov. 30, for the opening of the “Spirit in the Sky” exhibit, featuring the artwork of the late Shalon Wilson.

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Balancing Justice: Understanding bail, bond conditions, and constitutional rights

  Balancing Justice: Understanding bail, bond conditions, and constitutional rights

In light of recent discussions and misunderstandings surrounding bail and “no bond” decisions, Stephens County Judge Michael Roach clarifies how those determinations are made and the constitutional considerations involved.

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County Judge appoints Wade to Pct. 4 Commissioner position

  County Judge appoints Wade to Pct. 4 Commissioner position

County Judge Michael Roach appointed Tanner Wade to the office of Stephens County Commissioner for Precinct 4, effective Jan. 1, 2025.

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Logan Bills arraigned on First Degree Murder charge Monday afternoon, Nov. 25

  Logan Bills arraigned on First Degree Murder charge Monday afternoon, Nov. 25

Logan Scott Bills, age 25, was arraigned on a First Degree Murder charge by Stephens County Judge Michael Roach at the courthouse this afternoon, Monday, Nov. 25. Bills is being held on a $400,000 bond.

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South Elementary’s annual Turkey Trot kicks off Thanksgiving holiday for local schools

  South Elementary’s annual Turkey Trot kicks off Thanksgiving holiday for local schools

In Breckenridge, it’s not time for the Thanksgiving holiday break until South Elementary hosts its annual Turkey Trot.

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Local FFA students make presentation to BISD school board during regular meeting

  Local FFA students make presentation to BISD school board during regular meeting

Enrollment changes, facility updates and student achievements took center stage at the Breckenridge Independent School District board meeting on Nov. 18, where trustees also approved key purchases and heard a presentation by members of the Breckenridge High School FFA Public Relations team.

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District Attorney’s office announces list of plea deals for September, October

  District Attorney’s office announces list of plea deals for September, October

The 90th Judicial District Attorney’s Office recently released the list of cases that were pleaded in September and October.

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BISD honors November 2024 Students and Staff of the Month

  BISD honors November 2024 Students and Staff of the Month

The Breckenridge Independent School District honored the Students and Staff of the Month at the school board meeting on Monday, Nov. 18.

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TSTC Welding Technology student feels at home on Breckenridge campus

  TSTC Welding Technology student feels at home on Breckenridge campus

Osbaldo Pacheco, 17, graduated one year early from Graham High School so he could start studying for a certificate of completion in Welding Technology at TSTC.

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Police Chief: Suspect in Breckenridge shooting death in custody in Eastland County

  Police Chief: Suspect in Breckenridge shooting death in custody in Eastland County

The shooting took place at a residence on South Stoker Avenue Friday afternoon.

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Law enforcement investigating local shooting death; suspect detained

  Law enforcement investigating local shooting death; suspect detained

A Breckenridge man was shot and killed on South Stoker Avenue on Friday afternoon, Nov. 22.

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County commissioners certify election results, appoint new emergency management coordinator

  County commissioners certify election results, appoint new emergency management coordinator

In recent meetings, the Stephens County Commissioners Court addressed a diverse agenda, including certifying election results, tightening burial assistance requirements, and recognizing veterans.

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Stephens County Commissioners honor hospital administrator, staff in Rural Health Day proclamation

  Stephens County Commissioners honor hospital administrator, staff in Rural Health Day proclamation

National Rural Health Day is Nov. 21.

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