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County Commissioners vote to create a new independent elections administrator position
Following a lengthy executive session during their meeting last Monday, Stephens County Commissioners voted to create an independent elections administrator position for the county. County Judge Michael Roach said the person’s job would be to administrate all elections that the county is responsible for hosting. “After an extended conversation...
Breck Walker Bungalow celebrates grand opening with ribbon cutting ceremony
Jeannine Herrington was joined by friends and community members on Thursday afternoon, April 25, to celebrate a ribbon cutting for the Breck Walker Bungalow, located at 1112 W. Walker St. The Breckenridge Chamber of Commerce hosted the event at the 1920s bungalow that Herrington has listed on Airbnb. The two-bedroom...
Search continues for 19-year-old missing since last Monday
Search continues for 19-year-old missing since last Monday News Staff Tue, 04/30/2024 - 10:18 am (GPD | CONTRIBUTED PHOTO) The family of Ashton Broderick Castle and Graham Police Department are continuing their search for the 19-year-old who went missing last Monday in Graham. ...
Frontier Days set to open at 11 on Friday morning; chuckwagon lunch tickets available
The Breckenridge Chamber of Commerce is busy this week, getting ready for the annual Stephens County Frontier Days, scheduled to take place in the Trade Barn area of the City Park on Friday and Saturday, May 3 and 4. This year’s event is bringing back some traditional events, adding some...
City of Breckenridge to host welcome reception on Monday, April 29, for new Police Chief Blake Johnson
The City of Breckenridge will host a welcome reception and meet-and-greet for new Police Chief Blake Johnson, who started the new job on Monday, April 22. The event will be open to the public, offering community members a chance to meet Johnson. The reception is scheduled from 5 to 6 p.m. Monday, April 29, at the Breckenridge Chamber of Commerce, 100 E. Elm St.
City discusses amended park camping ordinance
City discusses amended park camping ordinance News Staff Tue, 04/30/2024 - 10:18 am (THOMAS WALLNER | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Kindley Park which has been part of a discussion recently by the Graham City Council to prohibit camping. The city made significant changes which were presented Thursday, April 25 during a second reading of the ordinance amendment. ...
Early Voting continues through April 30 in City Commission election; Election Day set for May 4
Early Voting in the City of Breckenridge’s election continues today and tomorrow, Monday and Tuesday, April 29 and 30, at City Hall, 105 N. Rose Ave. Election Day will be Saturday, May 4. During Early Voting, registered voters may cast their ballots from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. On...
Policy for food trucks downtown closer to completion
Policy for food trucks downtown closer to completion News Staff Tue, 04/30/2024 - 10:17 am (THOMAS WALLNER | THE GRAHAM LEADER) Graham City Council Member Jack Little speaks to the council regarding a draft policy for food trucks on the downtown square. The council approved a 90-day trial period for the draft policy which still must be presented to the council for approval at a later meeting. ...
Young woman killed in Stephens County crash
STEPHENS COUNTY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – A young woman was killed in a crash in Stephens County Monday night. Shayden Ramsey, 22, of Breckenridge, was pronounced dead at the hospital following the crash on US Highway 180 inside Breckenridge city limits just after 10:00 p.m., according to a press release from the Texas Department of Public […]
HIGHLIGHTS & SCORES: Day 2 of softball playoffs, baseball and more!
Iowa Park vs Breckenridge: Class 3A Bi-District Playoffs The Iowa Park Lady Hawks defeated the Breckenridge Lady Buckaroos in the Bi-District playoff series. Raylee Huse scores first for Iowa Park after Rowan Pike sends a ball to the wall at the top of the 5th inning. Heading into the 6th, Raylee Huse with a sacrifice […]
East Elementary hosts art show to display students’ work
Parents, grandparents, siblings and others joined Breckenridge’s East Elementary students on Wednesday, April 17, for Art Gallery Night at the school. The guests strolled the halls of East Elementary, viewing the students’ artwork, which lined the walls. Most of the art was two-dimensional — drawings, watercolor paintings, etc. — but there were a few three-dimensional pieces, including paper sculptures inspired by artist Charles McGee.
TSTC graduates honored during Spring 2024 Commencement
ABILENE Eighty Texas State Technical College students were celebrated as graduates during the Spring 2024 Commencement at the Abilene Convention Center on Friday, April 26. Students from TSTC’s West Texas locations in Abilene, Breckenridge, Brownwood and Sweetwater were awarded Associate of Applied Science degrees or certificates of completion, a news release said.
American Legion Post 34 installs officers, looks to future
American Legion Post 34 installs officers, looks to future News Staff Tue, 04/30/2024 - 10:12 am (THOMAS WALLNER | THE GRAHAM LEADER) American Legion Post 34 had its officers installed Saturday, April 27 at the Young County Warrior Ranch by American Legion District 13 Vice Commander Chris Garcia (at right). Shown from left to right are Jim Dorgan, David Gann, Chris Hunnewell, Stan Burnett, Sarah Curd and Bud Lowrance. (THOMAS...
Monday night wreck claims life of Breckenridge woman; fundraisers organized for family
An account has been set up to collect donations for the family of Shayden Ramsey of Breckenridge, who died in a car wreck Monday night. Other fundraisers are also being organized. Ramsey, 22, was killed in a two-vehicle crash in the 3800 block of U.S. Highway 180 West (West Walker...
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