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Free Fishing Day Saturday
The annual Free Fishing Day across public waterways in the state of Texas returns this Saturday for state residents and out-of-state visitors without a fishing license.
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department said the state has six million acres of public waterways which support recreational opportunities for two million licensed anglers spending an estimated $9 billion annually on fishing-related expenditures.
BEDC approves $150,000 for RE Dye Manufacturing
As part of the primary job creation initiative that new CEO and executive director Michael Paris has emphasized during his first month, the Breckenridge Economic Development Corporation recently approved a $150,000 incentive package for a local business.
Lawson earns Master’s degree
After already earning two Bachelor’s degrees since graduating from Breckenridge High School in the Class of 2020, Aaliyah Lawson recently earned a Master’s degree, as she pursues a healthcare career.
SMH taking final steps for critical access conversion
Stephens Memorial Hospital is currently taking the final steps to convert to a Critical Access Hospital (CAH) from a Prospective Payment System (PPS) facility. The hospital is currently on track to officially receive that designation in July and they are currently in the process of switching over their billing processes to critical access billing.
City shares strategic plan, zoning updates
Community members were invited to the Breckenridge City Hall for a strategic planning and zoning open house Tuesday, May 27. During the come and go event, updates were given on the city’s strategic plan that was implemented two years ago, as well as a proposed future land use map being on display regarding the zoning ordinance updates.
2025 Boomfest to feature drone show, no fireworks
A decision was made by the Breckenridge Chamber of Commerce to do a drone show for this year’s Boomfest, instead of the traditional fireworks show. Factoring into the decision was the cost and having a more PTSD and animal-friendly show.
Gleitz introduced as new CNO at SMH
Stephens Memorial Hospital recently underwent a search for a new Chief Nursing Officer to fill the vacancy left by former CNO Gena Speer, who was promoted to the hospital’s CEO in March. Hired in late April, Stephen Gleitz was officially introduced as the new CNO to the SMH Board of Directors at their Thursday, May 29 meeting.
Library summer reading, art camp programs commence soon
The 2024-25 school year has come and gone and now begins the hot summer months. The Breckenridge Library and Breckenridge Fine Arts Center are getting set to begin their summer programs, to help create fun in the cool indoors, while encouraging students to open a book and participate in other stimulating activities.
