Competing in the UIL area concert and sight reading competitions Wednesday, Feb. 26, the Pride of Breckenridge Buckaroo Band scored division 1 ratings in both categories. Pairing those scores with the division 1 ratings they received in the marching contest in October, the Breckenridge band earns a “sweepstakes” honor.
Preserving history in Stephens County and Texas as a whole consistently tops the minds of important figures in the county, as well as its community members and historical authorities. Many county residents are adamant about preserving the vast history of a once-thriving boomtown and vital oil-producing region.
Stephens Memorial Hospital is closer to having a new CEO after a few months of Mike Easley serving in the interim since last Dec. 5.
At their latest meeting Monday, Feb. 24, Stephens County Commissioners discussed a resolution regarding the implementation of a historical piece into the county.
The city of Breckenridge saw a significant increase in their sales tax payment this month, compared to the same month last year. Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced Wednesday, Feb.
Stock show season continues as local 4-H and FFA students recently participated in the San Angelo and San Antonio Stock Shows. Both Breckenridge FFA and Stephens County 4-H brought home wins at both stock shows.
The Breckenridge Fine Arts Center is hosting Texas historic figures and art pieces downtown next Saturday. The Picketville Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas will be in costume with live demonstrations to guide attendees through history at 2 p.m.
The Texas Education Agency is looking for public suggestions for improvement to the A-F Accountability System. The changes will be considered for inclusion in the 2028 accountability refresh.
BISD Students of the Month
The Breckenridge Rotary Club will hold a blood drive next week. Donations can be given from 11 a.m.
