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South Elementary’s Turkey Trot ushers in Thanksgiving holiday

    South Elementary’s Turkey Trot ushers in Thanksgiving holiday

The Thanksgiving  holidays got off to a running start for the students and staff at Breckenridge’s South Elementary when the school held its annual Turkey Trot race in the neighborhood around the school on Thursday, Nov. 16.

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Stephens County Chronicles: Breckenridge area has rich lake history

    Stephens County Chronicles: Breckenridge area has rich lake history

In the latest installment of “Stephens County Chronicles,” Jean Hayworth takes a look at the lakes of Stephens County, Texas.

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Mary Capps has time of her life on trip to ‘The Price Is Right’

    Mary Capps has time of her life on trip to ‘The Price Is Right’

At age 80, Mary Capps is a firm believer in the idea that you’re never too old to follow your dreams. And, she did just that in September when she flew — with a few family members — to California and went to a taping of “The Price Is Right.”

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Lee’s Legion Chapter of DAR honors Billie O’Neal with 2023 Historical Preservation Award

    Lee’s Legion Chapter of DAR honors Billie O’Neal with 2023 Historical Preservation Award

The Lee’s Legion Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) presented the 2023 Historical Preservation Award to Billie Walker O’Neal of Breckenridge.

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Lady Buckaroo Zaea Ragle scores 1,000th career point in victory against Clyde Lady Bulldogs

    Lady Buckaroo Zaea Ragle scores 1,000th career point in victory against Clyde Lady Bulldogs

Zaea Ragle, a senior on the Lady Buckaroo varsity basketball team, achieved a significant milestone by scoring her 1,000th career point during the Tuesday evening, Nov. 14, game against the Clyde High School Lady Bulldogs.

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Mingle and Jingle, downtown Christmas tree lighting scheduled for Friday, Nov. 17

    Mingle and Jingle, downtown Christmas tree lighting scheduled for Friday, Nov. 17

Downtown Breckenridge will be filled with holiday spirit Friday evening as the Breckenridge Chamber of Commerce hosts the annual Christmas tree lighting and the Mingle and Jingle shopping event.

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National Rural Health Day to honor local health care providers

  National Rural Health Day to honor local health care providers

The Stephens County Commissioners approved a proclamation naming Nov. 16 as National Rural Health Day in Stephens County.

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Quilt Show on exhibit at Breckenridge Fine Arts Center

  Quilt Show on exhibit at Breckenridge Fine Arts Center

The BFAC’s 2023 Quilt Exhibition features 50 quilts and will be on display through Nov. 30.

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Annual Craft Show slated for Saturday, Nov. 18; Sunday, Nov. 19

  Annual Craft Show slated for Saturday, Nov. 18; Sunday, Nov. 19

The Breckenridge Craft Guild will host its annual Craft Show next weekend, Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 18 and 19, at the Breckenridge First Methodist Church’s Christian Life Center, 419 W. Walker St.

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Letter to the Editor: Local resident explains why she’s ashamed of Stephens County in wake of courthouse animal policy

In a letter to the editor, Stephens County resident Dana McKelvain explains why she’s upset about the new courthouse animal policy.

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SMH Auxiliary discusses fundraising for new ultrasound machine at recent Woman’s Forum meeting

  SMH Auxiliary discusses fundraising for new ultrasound machine at recent Woman’s Forum meeting

The Breckenridge Woman’s Forum recently hosted a program by Stephens Memorial Hospital Auxiliary President Niki Aldridge and Vice President Glenda Knight.

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Breckenridge church members fill Christmas Shoeboxes for children around the world

  Breckenridge church members fill Christmas Shoeboxes for children around the world

Breckenridge church members have filled dozens of Christmas boxes that will be sent to children around the world.

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Lady Buckaroo varsity basketball team faces early challenges

  Lady Buckaroo varsity basketball team faces early challenges

The Breckenridge High School Lady Buckaroos varsity basketball team had a tough start to their season, facing off against the Merkel High School Maidens and the Abilene High School Lady Eagles.

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World Waterpark Association inducts Amusement Today’s Gary Slade into Hall of Fame

  World Waterpark Association inducts Amusement Today’s Gary Slade into Hall of Fame

Gary Slade, owner and publisher of Amusement Today, was recently inducted into the World Waterpark Association (WWA) Hall of Fame.

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Community creates fun Halloween for Breckenridge families

  Community creates fun Halloween for Breckenridge families

On Halloween last week, the Breckenridge Chamber of Commerce, City of Breckenridge and Stephens County teamed up to offer a new activity downtown for local families.

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Brian Kight named Citizen of the Year at annual Breckenridge Chamber of Commerce banquet

  Brian Kight named Citizen of the Year at annual Breckenridge Chamber of Commerce banquet

On Saturday evening, Nov. 4, the Breckenridge Chamber of Commerce held its annual banquet and awards ceremony, celebrating the community’s history and achievements.

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Stephens County Commissioners appoint Kelsey Cornwall as new county treasurer

  Stephens County Commissioners appoint Kelsey Cornwall as new county treasurer

In a special-called meeting this morning, Nov. 6, the Stephens County Commissioners voted to rescind the appointment of Mary O’Dell as County Treasurer and, after conducting interviews, voted to appoint Kelsey Cornwall to the position.

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Election for proposed Texas constitutional amendments to take place Tuesday, Nov. 7

  Election for proposed Texas constitutional amendments to take place Tuesday, Nov. 7

On Tuesday, Nov. 7, Texas citizens will have a chance to vote on 14 proposed state constitutional amendments. The polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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