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State Rep. Glenn Rogers reflects on his first legislative session

    State Rep. Glenn Rogers reflects on his first legislative session

The 87th Texas Legislative Session has officially drawn to a close. Looking back on this first term, I am proud of what my team and I have been able to

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Falling flag causes minor damage to Stephens County Courthouse

    Falling flag causes minor damage to Stephens County Courthouse

There was a little excitement this evening at the Stephens County Courthouse when the large American flag that had been displayed on the front of the building apparently fell down, taking some of the upper edge of the building with it.

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Fine Arts Center to host reception for PACT artists on Saturday, June 12

    Fine Arts Center to host reception for PACT artists on Saturday, June 12

The Breckenridge Fine Arts Center will host a reception for the artists in the current PACT exhibit from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 12, at the BFAC, 207 N.

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Breckenridge’s National Theatre shines brightly with new lighting system

    Breckenridge’s National Theatre shines brightly with new lighting system

Breckenridge’s National Theatre will be able to offer its guests a new experience in illumination now that the lighting system has been upgraded for the first time since the theater was renovated almost 20 years ago.

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Annual ceremony honors deceased Stephens County veterans

    Annual ceremony honors deceased Stephens County veterans

Although heavy rains in the early morning hours and afternoon of Monday, May 31, led to localized flooding, there was a temporary halt in the rainfall just in time for family, friends and others to gather with members of VFW Post 7767 and its auxiliary on the southwest corner of the Stephens County Courthouse lawn to honor the local U.S. military veterans who passed away last year.

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U.S. Rep. Pfluger to hold town hall meeting in Breckenridge on Monday

    U.S. Rep. Pfluger to hold town hall meeting in Breckenridge on Monday

U.S. Representative August Pfluger (TX-11) will hold a town hall meeting in Breckenridge on Monday, June 7.

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BISD swears in new school board members

  BISD swears in new school board members

The Breckenridge Independent School District recently swore in four members of the Board of Trustees, two incumbents and two new members.

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Local business leaders attend BEDC’s Lunch and Learn workshop

  Local business leaders attend BEDC’s Lunch and Learn workshop

The Breckenridge Economic Development Corporation hosted a Lunch and Learn event for local businesses, an event that BEDC Executive Director Colton Buckley says may be offered quarterly if there’s enough interest.

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Pearce looks back on first year as BISD Athletic Director

  Pearce looks back on first year as BISD Athletic Director

For Breckenridge Athletic Director Casey Pearce, his first year after returning home to his alma mater was nothing short of a challenge.

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Jury Duty canceled for Friday, June 4

  Jury Duty canceled for Friday, June 4

Jury Duty for the 90th Judicial District Court in Stephens County has been canceled for Friday, June 4, according to

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King Donuts holds ribbon-cutting with Breckenridge Chamber of Commerce

  King Donuts holds ribbon-cutting with Breckenridge Chamber of Commerce

Andy Kim and Crystal Gang, center, with King Donut & Coffee, located at 201 E. Walker, had a ribbon cutting

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Rotary Club of Breckenridge honors long-time members

  Rotary Club of Breckenridge honors long-time members

The Rotary Club of Breckenridge was joined at their regular Tuesday meeting by organizations District Governor for District 5790, Roger Paschal, and his wife, Linda Jean, as they recognized three long-time members of the local club.

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BHS Class of 2021 graduates

  BHS Class of 2021 graduates

The Breckenridge community showed up in force Friday night, May 28, for Breckenridge High School’s Class of 2021 Commencement Ceremony at the BISD Athletic and Fine Arts Center.

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Two Breckenridge men arrested on Manslaughter charges from separate vehicle accidents

  Two Breckenridge men arrested on Manslaughter charges from separate vehicle accidents

By Tony Pilkington and Carla McKeown/Breckenridge Texan Earlier this month, Breckenridge police arrested two local men on manslaughter charges in

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Emergency Dispatch Report for Breckenridge and Stephens County for May 17-23, 2021

  Emergency Dispatch Report for Breckenridge and Stephens County for May 17-23, 2021

Editor’s note: The weekly emergency dispatch report for Breckenridge and Stephens County is compiled from the daily logs of the local

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County Judge to issue disaster declaration for Stephens County due to flooding

  County Judge to issue disaster declaration for Stephens County due to flooding

Following heavy rain in the area, some Breckenridge residents were evacuated from their homes this evening, Monday, May 31, and more evacuations could be in store for the community as rainwater from around the area continues to flow into local creeks, rivers and lakes.

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Vietnam War helicopter pilot speaks to Breckenridge history students

  Vietnam War helicopter pilot speaks to Breckenridge history students

Last Wednesday, some of Breckenridge High School’s history classes had a chance to learn about the Vietnam War from a man with first-hand experience: Doug Petersen, who flew an air ambulance for the U.S. Army in Vietnam.

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Memorial Day activities continue today with ceremony on courthouse lawn

  Memorial Day activities continue today with ceremony on courthouse lawn

The Memorial Day weekend started off locally with a group of volunteers placing flags on veterans’ graves in the Breckenridge

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BISD needs contact information on Buckaroo football season ticket holder

  BISD needs contact information on Buckaroo football season ticket holder

BISD needs current contact information for all season ticket holders for the 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 Buckaroo Football seasons.

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