Early voting to begin Monday, June 29 for July runoff; includes health protocols
Early voting, by personal appearance, will begin on Monday, June 29, and will go through the fourth day before election day with a special election on Tuesday, July 14.
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Stephens County approves purchase to improve election security
Stephens County commissioners approved the purchase quote submitted for the election systems and software and will update the county’s election security for the upcoming Presidential election.
Palacios signs to play baseball at Schreiner University
Breckenridge High School student/athlete Gerardo Palacios has signed a letter of intent to play baseball at Schreiner University.
Gas price trickling back up
Texas gas prices have risen 2.1 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $1.83/g today, according to GasBuddy’s daily survey of 13,114 stations. Gas prices in Texas are 22.0 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand 52.5 cents per gallon lower than a year ago.
Information on Interregional Water Supply Projects due July 1
House Bill 1052 that passed during the 86th Legislative Session, the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) issued a request for information (RFI) to seek information and comments regarding water supply projects that would benefit multiple water planning regions. The purpose is to provide a means for stakeholders to share ideas regarding the types of interregional projects that could be considered for funding at a later date.
Farm Bureau offers scholarships to attend TSTC
Texas Farm Bureau members have a financial opportunity for family members
County Judge addresses race and equality
The issue of race and equality in America is a touchy subject for all, but the conversation must be a focal point to heal the racial tensions and division within our country.
BFD to receive new fire trucks
Stephens County has received and accepted a grant from the United States Agricultural Department to provide two new F-450 fire trucks to the Breckenridge Fire Department.
Stephens County purchases Breck Airways fuel farm
Stephens County has reached an agreement with the stakeholders at Breck Airways and the county has purchased the fixed based operator, and fuel farms.
BISD continues innovative use of programs to aid students
The Breckenridge Independent School District agreed to continue a partnership with the Communities in Schools of the Big Country to facilitate the success of students who may be experiencing the effects of at-risk environments.
The agreement was announced during the Monday, June 8 BISD board meeting and will provide high school students with a mentor to assist with mental health, grades, and attendance for economically disadvantaged students.
