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Rogers: Fed up with the two-party system; we need independent candidates

    Rogers: Fed up with the two-party system; we need independent candidates

To fix the stalemate, voters and thinkers should get to work.

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Man found deceased with gunshot wound to head in Breckenridge apartment

    Man found deceased with gunshot wound to head in Breckenridge apartment

UPDATE: Breckenridge Police Chief Blake Johnson confirmed this afternoon that an autopsy was conducted on the shooting victim who died this weekend. But, at this time, the autopsy report is still listed as “pending” and will be released to Johnson once the cause and manner of death are determined.

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Kason Burchett works to revitalize Bird House Park for Eagle Scout Project

    Kason Burchett works to revitalize Bird House Park for Eagle Scout Project

Breckenridge High School senior Kason Burchett is giving the city’s Birdhouse Park a fresh look as part of his Eagle Scout project, focusing on restoring pathways, repairing birdhouses and improving the park’s appearance for the community.

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Breckenridge school board honors students, staff of the month

    Breckenridge school board honors students, staff of the month

Breckenridge Independent School District honored the Students and Staff of the Month, at the Board of Trustees meeting on Monday, Oct. 13.

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Breckenridge celebrates a safe community with National Night Out

    Breckenridge celebrates a safe community with National Night Out

Last week, Breckenridge joined 412 other communities around the state in celebrating National Night Out, an event hosted by the Breckenridge Police Department, the City of Breckenridge and other local first responders.

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Buckaroos suffer ‘disappointing loss’ against Clyde Bulldogs

    Buckaroos suffer ‘disappointing loss’ against Clyde Bulldogs

Despite having the lead in the third quarter Friday night, Oct. 10, the Buckaroos varsity football team lost their district opener to the Clyde Bulldogs in Clyde, 22-14.

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Rogers: Texas partisans bully teachers for political gain

  Rogers: Texas partisans bully teachers for political gain

Glenn Rogers takes a closer look at social media attacks on public schools and teachers.

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Lee’s Legion Chapter of DAR delivers ‘Hero Bags’ to Breckenridge Fire Dept.

  Lee’s Legion Chapter of DAR delivers ‘Hero Bags’ to Breckenridge Fire Dept.

The Lee’s Legion Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution presented the Breckenridge Fire Department with “Hero Bags” filled with goodies.

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District Preview: Buckaroos to start district play against Clyde Bulldogs on Friday, Oct. 10

  District Preview: Buckaroos to start district play against Clyde Bulldogs on Friday, Oct. 10

The Breckenridge Buckaroos will officially open the district portion of the 2025 football season on Friday, Oct. 10, against the Clyde Bulldogs at 7 p.m. at Bulldog Stadium in Clyde.

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Breckenridge community joins Calsoncin family in celebration of Ernie’s Spanish Kitchen’s 50th anniversary

  Breckenridge community joins Calsoncin family in celebration of Ernie’s Spanish Kitchen’s 50th anniversary

On Saturday evening, as Ronnie Calsoncin’s family, friends and long-time customers gathered at Ernie’s Spanish Kitchen to celebrate the 50th anniversary of his family’s restaurant, Ronnie took a few minutes to sit down and talk about the milestone.

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Breckenridge plans variety of events for upcoming holiday season

  Breckenridge plans variety of events for upcoming holiday season

It’s that time of year, when the autumn and winter holidays inspire a variety of community activities. 

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Paula Grissom hosts ribbon cutting ceremony for her Farmhouse Threads business

  Paula Grissom hosts ribbon cutting ceremony for her Farmhouse Threads business

Last Wednesday, Paula Grissom held a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Breckenridge Chamber of Commerce for her new business, Farmhouse Threads, a sewing and alterations business.

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Breckenridge’s National Night Out event planned for Tuesday, Oct. 7

  Breckenridge’s National Night Out event planned for Tuesday, Oct. 7

The local 2025 National Night Out event, hosted by the City of Breckenridge and the Breckenridge Police Department, will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7, at the Stephens County Law Enforcement Center, 210 E. Dyer St.

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Realtor Jonathan Rangel hosts ribbon cutting ceremony

  Realtor Jonathan Rangel hosts ribbon cutting ceremony

Jonathan Rangel, a Realtor with Keller Williams Brazos West, held a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Breckenridge Chamber of Commerce office on Tuesday, Sept. 30.

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District judge issues default judgment for City of Breckenridge against City Commissioner Akers in dispute over dog park fence

  District judge issues default judgment for City of Breckenridge against City Commissioner Akers in dispute over dog park fence

Phillip Gregory, 90th Judicial District Judge, ruled in favor of the City of Breckenridge this morning, Oct. 2, granting the City’s request for a default judgment against local businessman Greg Akers, who is also a City Commissioner, in a case involving a dispute over an agreement to build a fence for a proposed dog park.

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Elks Lodge #1480 donates grant to Dr. Goodall’s House

  Elks Lodge #1480 donates grant to Dr. Goodall’s House

The Breckenridge Elks Lodge #1480 presented a $4,000 grant to Dr. Goodall’s House/Virginia’s House in Breckenridge to help support foster children in the area.

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Local Scouts work on golfing merit badge

  Local Scouts work on golfing merit badge

Several Scouts of Breckenridge’s Troop 63 were at the Breckenridge Country Club recently, working on their Golf Merit Badge.

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Deadline to register to vote is Monday, Oct. 6

  Deadline to register to vote is Monday, Oct. 6

The election will include a proposed bond to build a new elementary school in Breckenridge, as well as 17 proposed amendments to the Texas Constitution.

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Ninth annual Sloan Everett Pure Country Pedal Memorial Bike Ride scheduled for Oct. 11 in Breckenridge

  Ninth annual Sloan Everett Pure Country Pedal Memorial Bike Ride scheduled for Oct. 11 in Breckenridge

The ninth annual Sloan Everett Pure Country Pedal Memorial Bike Ride is scheduled to begin with on-site registration at 8 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 11, in the Breckenridge City Park, offering five routes, lunch, live entertainment and a chance to help support local volunteer fire departments.

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