The City of Breckenridge approved the budget for the 2020-2021 fiscal year and includes a 4.89% tax increase for the upcoming year. The new budget was adopted during the Tuesday, September 1 meeting inside the City Offices Chamber.
Gasoline prices this Labor Day are set to be the lowest since 2004 according to GasBuddy, the travel and navigation app used by more North American drivers to save money on gas. The company predicts a national average of $2.19 per gallon, down nearly 37 cents from last year and the lowest priced Labor Day since 2004’s $1.82 per gallon average.
Stephens Memorial Hospital District, Stephens County, and the City of Breckenridge have entered an interlocal agreement, and SMH will provide a venue for senior citizens.
With the November General Election upcoming, Stephens County has released dates for the last day to register to vote and dates for the start of early voting.
Unemployment claims filed in Stephens County has hit 573 after a review of the Texas Workforce Commission.
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Breckenridge, Texas 76424
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