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Breckenridge’s National Theatre to host ‘3 Fools on 3 Stools’ concert tonight, Saturday, Nov. 8

    Breckenridge’s National Theatre to host ‘3 Fools on 3 Stools’ concert tonight, Saturday, Nov. 8

The National Theatre of Breckenridge will present the musical trio 3 Fools on 3 Stools as the second show of its 2025-2026 Performance Series season. The group is scheduled to perform at 7 p.m. this evening, Saturday, Nov. 8, with doors opening an hour earlier.

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BISD’s $39 million bond for new school passes in Nov. 4 election

    BISD’s $39 million bond for new school passes in Nov. 4 election

Breckenridge Independent School District voters approved a $39 million bond Tuesday to build a new elementary school, according to the preliminary results released by the Stephens County Elections Office on Tuesday evening, Nov. 4.

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Community comes to aid of local SNAP recipients; second round of food card distribution set for Saturday, Nov. 8

    Community comes to aid of local SNAP recipients; second round of food card distribution set for Saturday, Nov. 8

Stephens County residents who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will have another opportunity to get help this weekend as the community continues to assist families affected by the federal government shutdown.

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TSTC staff, students gather at retirement party to thank Lisa Langford for her service

    TSTC staff, students gather at retirement party to thank Lisa Langford for her service

After more than 16 years at Texas State Technical College, Lisa Langford retired last week, and many of her co-workers and students that she’s worked with over the years joined her for a retirement party on Friday to let her know how much she’ll be missed.

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Tuesday, Nov. 4, is Election Day for BISD bond proposal, state amendments

    Tuesday, Nov. 4, is Election Day for BISD bond proposal, state amendments

Tuesday, Nov. 4, is Election Day in Texas, and the local ballot 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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Bucks fall to Sweetwater in the Mustang Bowl

    Bucks fall to Sweetwater in the Mustang Bowl

The Sweetwater Mustangs that had the upper hand for the majority of the game Friday night and finished up with a 44-0 win over the Bucks.

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Local brands featured on quilt for museum fundraiser

  Local brands featured on quilt for museum fundraiser

A quilt featuring the brands of dozens of Stephens County families is helping to raise funds for the Swenson Memorial Museum.

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Pumpkin spice and plenty of team spirit fill First Methodist kitchen in preparation for annual Turkey Dinner

  Pumpkin spice and plenty of team spirit fill First Methodist kitchen in preparation for annual Turkey Dinner

Bright and early Wednesday morning, Oct. 22, a group of local volunteers gathered at First Methodist Church to start baking for the upcoming Turkey Dinner, scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 13.

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Family Fun Festival scheduled for this evening, other Halloween events planned throughout week

  Family Fun Festival scheduled for this evening, other Halloween events planned throughout week

The third annual Family Fun Fest will take place this afternoon, Tuesday, Oct. 28, in downtown Breckenridge.

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Stephens County leaders launch emergency plan to aid SNAP recipients during federal shutdown

  Stephens County leaders launch emergency plan to aid SNAP recipients during federal shutdown

Community leaders gathered at the Stephens County Courthouse this afternoon to discuss emergency plans for helping local residents who will not be getting their SNAP benefits (aka “food stamps”) this month, due to the federal government shutdown.

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Buckaroos’ victory in Comanche secures playoff spot for first time since 2022

  Buckaroos’ victory in Comanche secures playoff spot for first time since 2022

It took nearly 24 hours and two different days to complete the game, but the Breckenridge Buckaroos were victorious against the Comanche Indians, 26-22.

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In-depth look at BISD’s proposed $39 million bond for new elementary school

  In-depth look at BISD’s proposed $39 million bond for new elementary school

Breckenridge Independent School District has a request for a $39 million bond on the Nov. 4 ballot. If approved by the voters, the bond will be used to build a new elementary school.

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Breckenridge under city-wide Boil Water Notice, effective Oct. 26

  Breckenridge under city-wide Boil Water Notice, effective Oct. 26

The entire city of Breckenridge is under a Boil Water Notice, effective Sunday, Oct. 26. According to a news release from City Manager Cynthia Northrop, the Boil Water Notice is due to a water line repair.

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City of Breckenridge and SRSUD rural water issue Boil Water Notices

  City of Breckenridge and SRSUD rural water issue Boil Water Notices

Two local areas are under boil water notices after both the City of Breckenridge and the Stephens Regional Special Utility District (rural water) issued notices.

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Stephens Memorial Hospital to host annual Health Fair on Saturday, Oct. 25

  Stephens Memorial Hospital to host annual Health Fair on Saturday, Oct. 25

Stephens Memorial Hospital will host its annual Stephens County Health Fair on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 7 to 11 a.m. at First Baptist Church, 301 S. Rose St.

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Buckaroos lose to Jim Ned in district home opener

  Buckaroos lose to Jim Ned in district home opener

The Breckenridge Buckaroos continued their District 3-3A campaign by hosting the Jim Ned Indians and hoping to rebound from last week’s loss to the Clyde Bulldogs, but it was the Indians that came out with the win, 49-7.

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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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