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Stephens County moves to enforce wind farm lighting requirements following executive session
January 13, 2026
The red warning lights mounted on the wind turbines are part of an Aircraft Detection Lighting System (ADLS), which is supposed to be sensor-triggered.
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Local junior high kids don ‘drunk goggles’ to experience how alcohol can impair their vision, coordination
January 11, 2026
The Stephens County Extension Agent says junior high is a good age to start talking to kids about the dangers of abusing alcohol and drugs.
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BISD’s $39 million bond for new school passes in Nov. 4 election
November 05, 2025
The unofficial totals show 886 votes in favor of the bond and 638 votes against.
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Stephens County leaders launch emergency plan to aid SNAP recipients during federal shutdown
October 27, 2025
Local leaders from various churches, government agencies and assistance programs met in an emergency meeting upon learning the Texas Department of Health and Human Services will likely not be distributing SNAP benefits in November.
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In-depth look at BISD’s proposed $39 million bond for new elementary school
October 26, 2025
It’s been 65 years since Breckenridge has had a new public school built and 20 years since the last major renovation to a school.
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Local FFA, 4-H organizations collecting gift cards to help relief efforts for flood victims
July 07, 2025
At least one Breckenridge girl was at Camp Mystic and was safely evacuated Friday.
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Governor announces Film Friendly Texas designation for Breckenridge
December 12, 2024
Breckenridge joins more than 175 Film Friendly Texas Certified Communities that receive ongoing training and guidance from the Texas Film Commission on media industry standards, best practices, and how to effectively accommodate on-location filming activity in their community.
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Texas Rangers, Stephens County Sheriff’s Office solve 14-year-old murder case; suspect is deceased
October 11, 2024
The Texas Rangers Unsolved Crime Investigation Program (UCIP) assisted the Stephens County Sheriff’s Office, re-investigating the deadly shooting of Jimmy Earl Whitt.
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Local support shown for Trump after shooting at rally
July 13, 2024
At least one local man stood in front of the Stephens County Courthouse hours after the shooting that wounded former U.S. Pres. Donald Trump.
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Upcoming wrestling event in Breckenridge to benefit BISD
June 13, 2024
The 50/50 ticketing split for the Rampage Wrestling event will provide funding for the LiveStream Team at Breckenridge High School.
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Get to know the candidates: Breckenridge City Commissioner contenders answer profile questions
April 15, 2024
The election is scheduled for Saturday, May 4. Early voting is underway.
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Following an often-tense public hearing, Commissioners Court votes 4-1 to give tax abatements to wind farm project
March 11, 2024
One of the ongoing concerns about the location of the proposed wind farm is the impact it could have on the new state park located in eastern Stephens County and western Palo Pinto County.
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City Commission votes to continue with separate police, sheriff departments
February 26, 2024
The unanimous decision follows an active public hearing earlier this month during which several local residents weighed in on the potential merger.
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Stephens County Chronicles: Theaters offered entertainment for early Breckenridge residents
January 21, 2024
From live stage shows to silent films and cartoons shown at drive-ins, a historic look at the entertainment offerings in a quaint Texas town.
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Stephens County Commissioners vote to evict Thomas the Courthouse Cat, prompting County Treasurer’s resignation
October 23, 2023
Staff in the Justice of the Peace’s office wondered what the new policy would mean for Justice – the year-old sheepadoodle that JP Steve Spoon had hoped to get trained as a therapy dog to help out with court cases, especially those involving children.
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