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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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Pigeon racers fly east to DFW Metroplex area after Breckenridge start on Saturday

  Pigeon racers fly east to DFW Metroplex area after Breckenridge start on Saturday

The “cross country sprinters” left Breckenridge on Saturday morning and were expected to be back in the Metroplex in less than two hours.

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Buckaroos wrap up 2023 football season with 34-14 loss to Clyde

  Buckaroos wrap up 2023 football season with 34-14 loss to Clyde

After a 14-14 tie score at halftime, the Buckaroos came up empty-handed in the second half, and Clyde won the game, 34-14.

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Stephens County Commissioners to rescind County Treasurer appointment

  Stephens County Commissioners to rescind County Treasurer appointment

The appointment made on Oct. 30 violates the Texas nepotism law.

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SRSUD issues Boil Water Notice for most of its rural water customers

  SRSUD issues Boil Water Notice for most of its rural water customers

UPDATE: This Boil Water Notice was rescinded by the SRSUD on Friday, Nov. 3, 2023. The Boil Water Notice was required after a loss of pressure as a result of a power outage that occurred at approximately 5:30 pm on Oct. 31.

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Breckenridge’s Buffalo RV Park celebrates KOA campground status with ribbon-cutting ceremony

  Breckenridge’s Buffalo RV Park celebrates KOA campground status with ribbon-cutting ceremony

The RV park/KOA campground is located on West Walker Street in Breckenridge.

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O’Dell appointed, sworn in as new County Treasurer

  O’Dell appointed, sworn in as new County Treasurer

Mary O’Dell was appointed to serve as Stephens County Treasurer through the end of 2024, following the resignation of Sharon Trigg last week.

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