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FORMER WASHINGTON CO. ATTORNEY’S OFFICE EMPLOYEE CHARGED WITH THEFT

A former employee in the Washington County Attorney’s Office was booked into jail last week on accusations of stealing from a county pre-trial diversion program. 40-year-old Clara Jean-Marie Carroll was indicted on October 14th in 21st District Court for Theft of Property $2,500 - $30,000 Enhanced, a third degree felony. According to Washington County District Attorney Derek Estep, Carroll turned herself in on November 4th. Online jail records indicate she has bonded out.

Washington County, TX · 1d

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SHERIFF’S OFFICE MAKES ARRESTS FOR POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE, ASSAULT, THEFT WARRANT

The Washington County Sheriff’s Office reported five arrests between Friday and Sunday. At 12:30 p.m. Friday, Sergeant Corey Himebaugh initiated a traffic stop for speeding in the 13000 block of Highway 105. The driver, 28-year-old Raymond Von Williams of Brenham, was found to have an active warrant out of Jefferson County. Williams was transported to the Washington County Jail and charged with Theft of Property $2,500 - $30,000.

Washington County, TX · 2d

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Farwell Street right-of-way abandoned for restaurant parking expansion

BRENHAM — The Brenham City Council approved an ordinance on first reading Thursday to abandon a 0.06-acre portion of the Farwell Street right of way, clearing the way for a local Mexican restaurant to expand and pave its parking facilities. The request stems from recent predevelopment discussions between city...

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CITY OF BRENHAM REPORTS WATER SERVICE RESTORED, BUT SELECT AREAS REMAIN UNDER BOIL NOTICE

The City of Brenham says water service has been restored to all areas, following a water main leak reported on Saturday, but some places remain under a boil water notice. In an update this (Monday) morning, the city said the Liberty Village, Vintage Farms and Woodbridge neighborhoods are still under a boil water notice.

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Brenham High School students tape Principal Michael Watts to wall after crushing food drive goal

BRENHAM — Brenham High School students turned a charity challenge with their principal into thousands of meals for local families this holiday season. The drive was organized as part of Washington County’s annual food collection in partnership with KBTX. Every year, the Brenham Independent School District challenges its campuses to come up with creative ways to incentivize students to donate canned goods and other nonperishable items. For the past few years, Brenham High School ran a competition between classes to see which grade could collect the most food. This year, student organizers wanted to raise the bar.

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WASHINGTON CO. COMMISSIONERS AUTHORIZE PURCHASE OF TASERS WITH GRANT FUNDS

Washington County Commissioners moved today (Tuesday) to utilize state-allotted grant funding to purchase new equipment for the sheriff’s office. Commissioners agreed to spend $298,891 for 45 tasers from Axon Enterprise Inc. through the Rural Law Enforcement Grant Program, established by Senate Bill 22 during the 88th Legislature. The approval is contingent on confirming what it will cost to acquire the tasers via a lump sum payment compared to a five-year payment plan.

Washington County, TX · 1d

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Brenham Heritage Museum’s ‘Cisterns and Secrets’ gala tops $100K

BRENHAM — Dressed in sharp tuxedos, elegant evening gowns, and ornate masquerade masks, approximately 175 guests gathered for the Brenham Heritage Museum’s annual fall gala, embracing a dramatic secret-society theme dubbed “Cisterns and Secrets.”. The celebration marked a major fundraising milestone, officially crossing the $100,000 threshold to...

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"The Wagyu Olympics of North America" Set to Arrive in Brenham This November

BRENHAM — Cattle producers, breeders, and beef enthusiasts from across the continent will gather at the Washington County Expo in Brenham from November 12–15, 2026, for Wagyu Zenkyo North America. Known as "The Wagyu Olympics of North America," the multi-day gathering serves as the premier showcase for Wagyu genetics, cattle evaluation, and industry innovation.

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Lady Eagles headed to Region III Finals

Salado Lady Eagles will face the #8 Bellville Lady Brahmas in the Region III finals after sweeping the Livingston Jays on Nov. 7. They will face Bellville at 6 p.m Nov. 10 again at Leon High School. This is the fourth straight trip to the Region finals under coach Clint...

Salado, TX · 3d

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Brenham enters playoffs at No. 4 in DCTF/AP 5A-II state rankings

The Brenham Cubs will enter the playoffs as the No. 4-ranked team in Class 5A Division II, according to the latest Dave Campbell’s Texas Football/AP state rankings. Brenham maintains the No. 4 ranking for a sixth consecutive week. The Class 5A Division II rankings remained unchanged for a third week in DCTF’s final set of rankings before the playoffs.

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Brenham volleyball hands out team awards at banquet

BRENHAM — The Brenham volleyball program reflected on its 2026 season on Monday during its season-ending banquet at The Laundry Event Hall. The Cubettes honored their team award winners across the program with freshman, JV and varsity players recognized. Junior outside hitter Hannah Bush was recognized as the team's...

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Brenham subvarsity football teams bring home three district titles

BRENHAM — Brenham’s varsity football team was not the only group of Cubs celebrating district championships last week. The Cubs’ collection of high school subvarsity teams and junior high football teams earned three district championships in the last week of their seasons. “I could not be prouder...

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BRENHAM NATIONAL BANK LAUNCHES ANNUAL ‘STARS OF JOY’ CAMPAIGN

Brenham National Bank’s annual “Stars of Joy” campaign has returned. The community-wide effort provides Christmas gifts for children in foster care and children who are supervised by Child Protective Services. Community members are invited to make the holiday season brighter for local children by selecting a star...

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UNITY THEATRE TO PRESENT ‘A CHRISTMAS CAROL: A LIVE RADIO PLAY’ DEC. 3 – 20

The sights and sounds of a 1940s radio studio will come to Unity Theatre in Brenham this holiday season. “A Christmas Carol: A Live Radio Play”, adapted by Joe Landry, plays on Unity’s Main Stage December 3-20. Audiences will experience an old-fashioned radio production that brings Charles Dickens’...

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BRENHAM PD MAKES ARRESTS FOR FAMILY ASSAULT, CRIMINAL MISCHIEF WARRANT, INTOXICATION CHARGES

Brenham police made four arrests between Friday and Sunday. Around 6:30 p.m. Friday, Officers Derek Walker and Brayten Rolling were dispatched to a disturbance call in the 2000 block of Muscadine Trail. After investigation, 44-year-old Jessica Gayle Ramos of Brenham was taken into custody for Assault Causing Bodily Injury to a Family Member. Ramos was transported to the Washington County Jail and booked in.