Brown County Living Vol II 2020

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REVITALIZING BROWNWOOD Matthew McCrane has a winning formula to revitalize the downtown area of Brownwood.

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SPOTLIGHT: TUESDI TIDWELL Tuesdi Tidwell, from Blanket, has her sights set on winning a NCAA pole vaulting championship.

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HEROES IN BLUE Brown County Law Enforcement Officers are putting themselves between you and danger.

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Revitalizing Brownwood

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Brown County Fair Association Queen

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Spotlight on Tuesdi Tidwell

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Heroes in Blue

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Spotlight on Dilan Johnston

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The Early Spirit of Texas Winery

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Kids Activities

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Christmas Under the Stars Festival 2020

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Brown County Community Guide 2020

FROM THE EDITOR

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ur first edition this year was all about the strength to keep going.

We focused on those that had academic excellence and those with entrepreneurial innovation. It’s incredible to me that we had that focus, not having any idea of what was in store for 2020.

This year has been a test of that strength, to say the least. As people, as a community, as business owners, as parents, as individuals navigating through the unknowns and uncertainties of 2020, we have each needed to draw on that strength to persevere more than ever before.

Our theme of this edition is hope. The hope of what’s to come.

The hope of what is on the horizon. From the downtown area being revitalized to incredible individuals that have pushed through with their eye's laser focused on the future, the community of Brown County has amazed us with their ability to stay focused. The continued effort of this community to focus on the hope of the future is inspiring.

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We hope that as you read through these pages, that you, too, would be inspired to look to the future, to believe in what is coming. None of us knows what's in store for 2021, but we know that as a community, we will continue to hold onto hope.

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BROWNWOOD Words by Rick Mauch

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"I have always wanted to give back to the community in some way.

Growing up, I witnessed community leaders, including my dad, strive for a better Brownwood"

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atthew McCrane has traveled plenty in his football career, enjoying many victories.

Now, he's back home with a winning formula to revitalize the downtown area of his beloved Brownwood.

"I have always wanted to give back to the community in some way. Growing up, I witnessed community leaders, including my dad, strive for a better Brownwood," Matthew said. "With the Brownwood Reunion Celebration and many other events in the early 2000s, Brownwood was trending in the right direction. There are many people to thank that led us to where we are today.

"Over the last few years, the revitalization as some call it, has had a major impact on the local economy. In downtown specifically, we have seen an appreciation for local history."

Matthew, a placekicker, attended Brownwood High School and Kansas State University. He kicked the longest field goal in Brownwood Lions history, 52 yards. As a Wildcat at KSU from 2014-17, he converted 133-of-134 extra point attempts and 57-of-66 field goal attempts.

He ranks second in Big XII Conference history and seventh in NCAA history for career field goal percentage (86.4).

Following college, he entered the professional ranks. He had two stints with the Arizona Cardinals, along with stops with the Oakland (now Las Vegas) Raiders, the Pittsburgh Steelers and Cleveland Browns of the NFL. His most recent team was the New York Guardians of the XFL. However, his contract ended when the league suspended operations in April because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

"My wife (Megan) and I lived in Manhattan, Kansas while I traveled to three NFL teams my rookie season. We ultimately decided to make the move to Fort Worth to be closer to her family as I stayed ready to get a call from another organization," he said. "The call came late in the year and I had been drafted to the XFL New York Guardians in November of 2019. We were ready for the adventure and made the road trip to New York state, where we lived until March of 2020 when the XFL got shut down.

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which led us back to the family ranch.

"After about four months, we decided to find our 'landing spot.' We looked at quite a few properties in downtown Brownwood, but loved the potential of 323 Brown St, formerly the A-1 Locksmith Shop."

Among his work to revitalize downtown was the restoration of the Green Room, the starting point.

"I have always been interested in the architectural arcade detail (or arches) of our block on Brown Street. We believed it was the most historically significant building available at that time," he said. "Brown Street has a rich past in local retail, but unfortunately all have left that section of downtown."

"We just completed the renovation. We kept the original pressed tin ceiling, Florentine glass windows, and recreated a 1918 advertisement on the back alley wall. Currently its use is residential."

The McCranes' most recent project is the Shaw’s Laundry building, now Shaw’s Marketplace.

They just announced a Spring 2021 opening.

"Shaw’s Marketplace is a family endeavor that we are excited to take on together. Each one of us has a specific role in our business plan. With an opening date in Spring 2021, we are all hard at work for the launch," he said.

"My ultimate goal is to see Hotel Brownwood restored. That will complete the revitalization for me."

Both sides of the McCrane family have connections to the downtown area of Brownwood, Matthew said. Heart of Texas Advertising Speciality was located on Center Avenue for 20-plus years. Notably, Harper Hotel and Grocery (1904-1942) was located at 108 S. Broadway.

Matthew noted that, coincidentally, a 1922 newspaper places a Shaw’s Laundry advertisement next to the Harper Grocery advertisement.

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1800s. With deep history to Brownwood, we couldn’t be more excited about the most recent project," he said.

Matthew said his experience as a professional athlete, the determination and hard work that goes with that, is an asset when it comes to the downtown project.

"Throughout my professional career, I have been released five times. I say this as an example of how important it is to keep your mind positive and focused while working towards your goal," he said. "From making a roster to completing a remodel, I have lived by 'proper planning and preparation prevents poor performance.'"

He's also not given up on continuing his pro football career, having spent the past couple

months in Cleveland as part of the Browns' practice squad - even as he continues the restoration work in his hometown.

"Before signing with the Browns, I was hard pressed on a few projects downtown. With the help of family, I am working remotely and advising as needed. We are eager to return back to Brownwood in the offseason to complete this project," he said.

"My goal is to continue the movement for a better Brownwood. As we receive advice from current business owners, we can understand the dynamic of our local economy and its needs. We have enjoyed helping others nearby with their renovations and hope for continued success in our historic downtown."

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Queen Words by Kelsey Wallen

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he Queen's committee is pleased to announce the 2021 Brown County Fair Association Princess and Junior Miss contest.

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contest is an opportunity for third through eighth-graders in Brown County who are participating in the 2021 Brown County Youth Fair to achieve, learn, lead, and serve as role models and ambassadors for the youth fair and the association. The fair association is pleased to offer this opportunity for young ladies to develop their speaking and poise so that they can be future leaders and the future of agriculture. These young ladies will represent the fair association at marketing events, speak at the Queen's tea, and walk the runway on January 10th during the fashion show which culminateas with crowning the princess and junior miss for 2021.

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Our reigning Junior Miss Hannah Deen is the daughter of Cody and Annalyn Deen. She is a 7th grader in Brownwood. Her motto is "never hope for it more than you work for it because hard work pays off." For the 2021 youth fair, she will be showing market and breeding sheep and goats. She will be busy with her home ec projects creating clothing, crafts, food, and canning.

Our reigning Princess Hutsyn Hohertz is the daughter of Harlan and Lori Hohertz. She is a sixth-grader at Early. Hutsyn lives by her Bebe’s motto, “Carpe Diem” and she strives to instill her seize the day attitude into others through her actions. She looks forward to showing her sheep and pigs, mentoring the princess contestants, as well as creating sewing projects for the 2021 youth fair.

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Hutsyn Hohertz - Princess My passion for the youth fair began by watching my older sister, who is my role model, show sheep.

The BCFA has impacted me because all of the committee members working to help me to feel more confident.

I would encourage youth to show and create projects for the fair because showing helps you with your future.

My family works together in the barn, and by working together we have better sheep.

My favorite show ring moment was winning Reserve Grand Supreme Dorper at the State Fair, it showed me I have made progress since I first started.

"Put the time in with your animals every day, and always be confident on how your animal works."

Hannah Deen - Junior Miss Favorite Show ring moment: When my little brother won Grand, and I won Reserve with my Southdown.

Showmanship advice: No matter who you are up against, no matter how big or small you are, and no matter how experienced you are, never give up, no matter what.

Our reigning queen, Miss Emma Connelly, is the daughter of Jennifer Connelly-Behringer and the late Clint Connelly of Early. She is a Senior at Early High School where she has participated in volleyball, basketball, cheerleading, track, cross country, softball, the National Junior Honor Society, judging teams, and she is a leader in the Fellowship of Christian Athletes.

In high school, she has pursued her passion for rodeo by participating in barrel racing.

Emma has been an active participant in the Brown County Youth Fair and this year she will be showing pigs and goats. Showing has taught her many life lessons like setting goals for things that make her better, working hard, and always giving above and beyond what is asked of her.

As a Brown County Fair Association Queen candidate, Emma enjoyed learning how to help people who are in need. She was able to encourage and be a role model for younger kids. When Emma was asked about her experience running to become the queen she said it was extremely fun, she enjoyed the environment and being around the other girls. Emma earned $7,000 in scholarships from the queen's race which she will use to attend firefighting school.

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Family time: Stock shows have brought my family closer because we have to work together. You can’t show alone.

Lessons from the youth fair: Confidence and Respect.

"Never look down on someone unless you are helping them up"

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Haunted Trail Brownwood, TX

Stagecoach Station Venues with the Early Band Boosters put on the Spooktacular Fall Festival and Haunted Trail.

A cakewalk, pumpkin bowling, pumpkin painting, face painting, bean bag toss, balloon pop, fishing for candy, caramel apple bar, s'mores pit, and much more! Fun was had by all!

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his coming track season for the Baylor Bears, a small town girl has big plans to avoid the Monday blues that accompanied a sudden end to the 2020 campaign, thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Tuesdi Tidwell, from Blanket, has her sights set on winning a NCAA pole vaulting championship in both the indoor and outdoor seasons. The senior might have been the reigning title holder this season were it not for the NCAA calling off the finals of the

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indoor season and the entire outdoor season once COVID-19 turned into a pandemic.

Tuesdi was ranked fourth in the nation with her Baylor record indoor vault of 14 feet, 9 inches as she prepared for the national championship meet. In fact, she and her teammates were in New Mexico, all set to compete, when a day later they found themselves sent back home.

"The sudden end to the season has been something we have all had to learn to deal with and use for the future. This sudden end

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" I want to put it all on the track and be thankful for every opportunity i get considering i now know what it feels like not to have that."

has given me a chance to realize every moment that I get to prepare is important, and every meet coming up this season needs to be taken as if it was my last for the year," Tuesdi said.

"I want to put it all on the track and be thankful for every opportunity I get considering I now know what it feels like not to have that."

Tuesdi has five of the top 10 vaults in Baylor history, yet one thing that has eluded her has been a national championship.

As a senior this would normally be her last opportunity, but the NCAA has granted extra eligibility for those who want to take it - and indeed she does.

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"It is almost like I have two senior years now. I still have this year and the following year for full eligibility. I am determined to take advantage of this opportunity and not let this extra year go to waste," she said.

"My goal this season is to really dial in my form to get as high of a mark as I can. Last year, I had made a lot of bars without using my best form or worrying about poles.

This year I have a new mindset, and I am focusing on cues and being flexible with whatever pole is working for me that day.

"This will be the only way for me to be a competitor for the national championship, and I am willing to do whatever it takes to get me to that point."

Tuesdi began pole vaulting in the seventh grade after being talked into trying it by her mom. Neither had any prior knowledge of the sport, but her mom thought it would be something fun to try, and it turned out that Tuesdi felt the same way.

After all, being upside down was nothing new to Tuesdi, a power tumbler and cheerleader.

"She thought another sport with throwing my body around would be a perfect match," Tuesdi said with a laugh.

Her parents drove her to Hico three days each week to practice with her pole vault club, in addition to her high school practices. She qualified for state every year she

was in high school, winning a silver medal as the state runner-up her sophomore and senior years.

At Baylor she also qualified for the cheerleading squad, but ultimately had to make a choice between it or track.

"My heart was so much farther into pole vaulting, and it was such an easy choice for me. I definitely miss cheer, especially when watching the BU cheerleaders that I made the team with, but I would choose track every time," she said.

Though she chose track, that didn't guarantee a spot on the team roster. She had to work harder than she ever had to earn that place, and now she's a part of school history.

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"I spent my entire freshman year trying to prove my worth at Baylor.

It was stressful some days, but I had people around me that never let me doubt my worth on the team,"

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"I spent my entire freshman year trying to prove my worth at Baylor. It was stressful some days, but I had people around me that never let me doubt my worth on the team," she recalled. "I looked around and saw so many talented girls around me, and I did everything I could to be on their level. I have always done what my coach asks of me and more on top of it.

"The Baylor pole vault coach (Brandon Richards) is one of the greatest people I have ever met. He really cares about his athletes on and off the track. I am a very stressful person, but he reassures me almost daily that I don’t need to stress. He believed in me before I believed in myself.

"Coming into college I thought 13-6 would be a good overall goal for me. Now I have opened up at a height higher than that, and I never would have been able to mentally if it wasn’t for him."

Tuesdi comes from an athletic family.

Both of her parents ran track in high school, but neither knew anything about pole vaulting. Still, they worked with her, also learning the technique and the way the poles worked to help her reach her goal.

"I can honestly say that I would not be where I am today without their support in helping me to learn and love this sport," she said.

Tuesdi also qualified for national as a sophomore at Baylor. She admits she was frightened upon arrival.

"I was honestly scared looking at all the talent I had to compete with," she said, adding, "Having the experience competing with them has given me confidence in realizing

that I was one of the talents in the competition and had just as much right of being there as they did."

Tuesdi is majoring in communication, science, and disorders with concentration of speech pathology.

"This major has such a wide range of people I can work with and help," she said.

She is also considering competing professionally and hopefully representing the United States in the Olympics.

"I am very open to competing professionally in pole vaulting for a few years. I would have never imagined that would even be close to an option for me, but I am now getting so close to that becoming a reality, and it basically depends on how the next few years go," she said. "I definitely plan on making the Olympic Trials, but I have a long road ahead if I want to compete for the Olympics since the USA is filled with so many amazing women pole vaulters."

And when she looks back at being from the small town of Blanket, she still gets emotional. No matter how big her success becomes, she will always be a small town girl.

"There are so many people in that town and surrounding towns that have helped me in my athletic journey. I have had coaches from Blanket, Early, Brownwood, and Hico that have welcomed me with open arms to anything I needed, and that’s something you don’t get everywhere," she said tearfully. "I am one of the hardest people on myself, and I have to stop and think sometimes of the big picture and how blessed I am to be given the situation that I was placed in."

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Rod Run ​ The Heartland Cruisers are a fun group of people that enjoy incredible cars and amazing company! The Rod Run is a favorite event among many. The cars do not disappoint! Watch their website www.heartlandcruisers. org for events all throughout the year, and come enjoy these beautiful cars!

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HEROES IN

BLUE Words by Peggy Freeman

The first of three articles to highlight Brown County law enforcement officers who put themselves between you and danger.

Every Brown County officer is willing to risk their life for a total stranger.

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hey drive through the midnight blue to keep you safe. They rescue children in need with a smile and warn about the dangers of drugs and alcohol. Some wear blue, some wear brown and some wear white hats—all place themselves between you and danger.

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The sheriffs and deputy sheriffs, police department, DPS, Texas Rangers, river authorities, lake patrol, constables, and deputy constables— all peace officers are licensed by the state of Texas and all are given certain powers throughout the state. They all share one important attribute.

They proactively protect the people they serve in an ever-changing world, while always remaining faithful to the U.S. and State of Texas Constitutions.

The Brown County Sheriff's Office employs thirty-one licensed peace officers. Chief Deputy James Stroope has served in law enforcement for seventeen years. “I started my career at the Comanche Police Department before coming back home to Brownwood in 2006. We have a great group of officers serving the citizens of this county. There have

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been many great memories. One that comes to mind was when we used cell phone technology and training, provided by this office, to obtain a conviction on a murder case that may not have been solved otherwise.

“The COVID shutdown has made it difficult to be proactive and interactive, leaving a void.

Good interactions between the majority of citizens and law enforcement is critical to avoid a divided community.”

Chief Deputy Stroope shared his thoughts on the law enforcement officer’s family. “Officers put their lives aside while performing their duties, oftentimes neglecting their own families to ensure the safety of strangers. Our families are there for us when we do get down time and we welcome each moment we can spend with them...never knowing if it will be the last. It takes a special person to be in law enforcement, but even more so to be the spouse of an officer.

“We are a servant organization and want everyone to know that we are approachable, from the Sheriff down to the midnight patrol. We welcome the citizens to visit with us and we strive to maintain transparency. We are extremely lucky to have such a supportive community, especially in this day and time.”

The Brownwood Police Department strives to partner with the citizens of Brownwood to provide a safe environment and enhance their quality of life through professional police practices. Thirty-nine sworn officers, sixteen dispatchers, two animal control officers, one city marshal, and other supporting civilian staff serve under the leadership of Chief Ed Kading in the Brownwood Police Department. Chief Kading has spent twenty-seven years in law enforcement.

“Having done this job for so long, knowing the commitment I’ve had to public service, I’m proud, impressed and in awe of the dedication these officers have for each other, this community, and the courage and professionalism they exhibit on a

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daily basis. I take such enjoyment and pride in seeing my people succeed and working together to solve problems in our community. The law and police procedures are complex things and they do it very well.”

Seeing employees go through tough times, tragedy and pain is probably the most difficult thing for Chief Kading. “I want people to know that every officer in this department is committed to keeping you safe and is willing to risk their life for a total stranger.”

Each family in law enforcement deals with a great deal of stress, handling a hectic schedule of shift work. “They strive to be supportive as officers deal with the things they witness in this profession.” Chief Kading added. “But more than anything, our families come together for other families in times of need or celebration.

Times are tough in this country for everyone. As you know, law enforcement is under attack literally and figuratively. I want people to know that community support is appreciated more than you will ever know. Police officers don’t pursue or enjoy the spotlight, but a simple “thank you for your service” goes a long way to improve morale.”

Early Police Department’s Chief of Police David Mercer marks his thirty-fifth year in Early Police Department in February, 2021, the last thirteen years as Chief. “We always strive to hire the best officers. The group we have now is a great bunch of men and women who are dedicated to serving their community and keeping them safe. They all believe strongly in being fair, honest and treating everyone with the greatest amount of respect possible. There have been so many successful moments over the years, from officers finding missing children or missing elderly people, to saving a baby who wasn’t breathing, to officers finding a house fire during

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the night while people inside were sleeping and then getting the families out before tragedy struck.”

Chief Mercer talked of the sad situations law enforcement deals with, including child victims of physical and sexual abuse, sexual assaults, deaths, and much more. “The loss of some of our friends and citizens has always been difficult. Plus, having to deal with the loss of our brothers and sisters in blue is especially hard.

All the officers are very family oriented, almost all have children and all spend time with family and school activities. I love it when the officers bring the kids and families by the office to visit.

The quality of the families says a lot about the officer themselves.”

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The Early Police Department spends time at school activities to support and meet the kids.

Chief Mercer continued, “With all the bad press going on today, we want the kids to understand that police officers are not always there to arrest someone and we truly are there to help. We have the DREAM (Drugs, Resistance, Education and Mentoring) program, which is similar to the old DARE program, but with the DREAM program we can make it fit our needs in our community. Sergeant Brandon McMillian has been our DREAM teacher in the past. Officer Tasha Tobias is currently stepping into that role. We teach the class to the 3rd graders for 12 weeks in the first semester of each year. We end the 12-week class with a pizza party and some type of activity like skating, bowling or extreme jump. We believe this program is one of the best programs we have ever had to connect officers with the kids.�

The next time you see one of these law enforcement officers, tell them thank you and pray for the heroes who put themselves between you and danger.

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Fun N Sun Fishing Tournament ​ Couples came together this October to participate in the annual Fun N Sun Fishing Tournament on Lake Brownwood! Robert and Rachel Brown took first place. We had an amazing turnout with 55 couples participating! Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the beautiful weather and great company!

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Spotlight on Dilan Johnston

By Rick Mauch

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ife took away Dilan Johnston's leg, but not his desire to compete.

Dilan lost his left leg in an automobile accident on Aug. 26, 2019. The result was an above the knee amputation.

But, ever the competitor, Dilan refused to let the unfortunate incident keep him down. Instead, he has continued to participate in athletic events, including the 2020 Southwest Amputee Golf Association Tournament in Brownwood, along with a nationally televised Life Hunt with the Buckmasters American Deer Foundation.

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"My inspiration for fighting back was my family, friends, and community," Dilan said. "My mom and dad (Jason and Stephanie Johnston) were the ones who took care of me in the hospital even though I was a little grouchy towards them. Their support made me say to myself, 'I will overcome this and show them that their son is strong and that I appreciate their support.'"

Dilan admits that the life-changing situation was overwhelming. At first he wondered if he would be able to walk across the stage to accept his diploma at his May High School graduation ceremonies. Would he ever be able to play sports again.

Then, he took a deep breath, looked at the challenge before him, and pushed himself to do what he knew he must in order to continue enjoying the life he was used to.

"I realized I can do anything I use to do. I just had to work for it," he said. "The reason I have such a positive outlook now if because of the community and my family. They were there for me so much that there is no way to have a negative outlook."

At May High School, Dilan competed in football, basketball and baseball, enjoying success in each. He had a great relationship with his coaches, and said if he had to choose a favorite sport, he simply could not.

And he was good, which only adds to the great memories of his days playing for the Tigers.

"My favorite memory in football is when we were playing Zephyr, and I juked the great athlete Mason Rogers out," he recalled. "Baseball was my sport though. I was a DH (designated hitter) my sophomore year and was really good at it. That

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was my favorite season because I got to play with my big brother Preston Johnston."

Dilan said participating in the SWAGA Tournament and doing the Life Hunt played a big role in his life. He said they helped give him a better attitude towards life and what happened to him.

"Seeing all the people like me at the SWAGA showed me that I wasn’t the only one. The Buckmasters Foundation showed me no matter what happened to you, you can do anything that you put your mind to. These associations made my life a whole lot better.

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"The SWAGA Tournament gave me the chance to show the community how excited I was to give back to them and show no matter what, nothing is impossible. I wanted everyone to see how far along I’ve come."

Dilan said he thought hunting, one of his favorite activities, was a thing of the past following the amputation. Then, one day he was on Facebook and Buckmasters tagged him in a post.

"I teared up reading it. The Buckmasters Foundation is great and helps a lot of people in need, and shows them no matter what nothing

is impossible, even hunting," he said. "It was also amazing to be able to meet the Beal family. They were such great people. The owner of Circle Bar B, Steve Beal, walked up to me when I arrived and said 'I have good news and bad news. The good news is you're hunting with me. The bad news is you're hunting with me.'

"I was like, 'How is that bad news?' It meant a lot to me to be able to hunt with the owner. Do not ever call Steve and me the C team, like his son did, because Steve goes for the win."

"In the Buckmasters event I shot the biggest deer I will ever shoot in my lifetime. I wasn’t expecting to get one that big. Getting the one I got made my whole life."

And the entire nation had a chance to see it.

"It was amazing to be on national TV. I like to think of myself as famous now," Dilan said with a chuckle. "It just meant a lot to know that everyone could see that smile on my face and see that nothing is impossible."

Along with his love of hunting, Dilan loves golf for a special reason.

"Those are my two favorite things to do. I got into golfing because of my dad. I love it because it’s something I get to do with my dad and I know he enjoys it," he said.

Dilan is attending Tarleton State University and majoring in physical therapy and minoring in coaching. As of the moment, he is not competing in any sports connected to the school.

"I chose these two (subjects) because I want to be able to help people and have a positive impact on their life like my coaches and physical therapists had on mine," he said.

"I would like to add that would not be here today without the grace of God and him watching over me. Also, I would like to add that the people that really impacted my life other than my mom and dad, were my best friend Ethan Self, my cousin Seth (Johnston) and my other best friend Roberta (Robinette). They (Seth and Roberta) are the ones who taught me how to walk.

"I was at school one day and Seth and Roberta

were walking with me, and Roberta took my crutches and said, 'Walk this far and I’ll give you your crutches back.' As I would get closer she would back up, and did this the whole way to one class."

She and Seth were close enough to make sure he didn't fall, he said. But that help made a great impact on his life.

"Was I mad at first that they took my crutches?

A little bit, but I know they were just trying to help me. They will never know the true amount of how much I love them," he said.

Dilan realizes his fighting back is also an inspiration to others, and he likes knowing that.

"Many people have told that I am a inspiration to them, which makes my day," he said. "The wreck changed my outlook to don’t take your life for granted, and it made me want to be able to inspire and help others."

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HOMETOWN HAPPENINGS

Women's Summit ​ The Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce and Brownwood Municipal Development District hosted their 2nd Annual Professional Women’s Summit, November 18.

The Professional Women's Summit was open to all women.

It was an opportunity to network, make connections, ask questions, and gain insight on topics such as time management, communication, and overall health & wellness.

Our goal was to equip, encourage, educate, and support women in the Brownwood area and throughout the state.

An incredible time was had by all and we're all looking forward to our next time together!

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The Early Spirit of Texas Winery Come Relax & UnWINEd Words by Peggy Freeman

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estled in the hills near beautiful Lake Brownwood, the Spirit of Texas Winery cajoles visitors to come and enjoy. Sit under the stars by a roaring fire and sip award-winning wine with someone you love or invite your family and friends to celebrate special events or holiday gatherings. Sip, sing and celebrate the spirit of life.

Moira and Brian McCue host their winery with a laid back, relaxed vision. Both grew up in the Houston area and married right after college.

Within that first year of marriage, Moira started teaching and gave birth to their first son, Ben. About four years later a second son, Conrad, came along.

Moira taught for over thirty years in several different districts throughout the state of Texas. Brian’s work

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in the credit union industry led the couple from Houston to Lubbock and then to Round Rock.

“After working for more than thirty years apart, we decided to work together. In 2016, Moira retired from teaching and I left the credit union industry.”

Moira added, “We decided to pursue a business in something we both loved wine.”

“By chance, I noticed that there was a grape grower’s field day in Fredericksburg, Texas,” Brian added.

“While attending it, I learned that Texas Tech has an on-campus wine-making certification program. I attended my first class that May and the next class in June. Since Moira was off for the summer, we visited about thirty wineries that week and connected with people in the industry. The Texas wine industry is very supportive. Everyone wants to see Texas wine

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get the recognition it deserves.”

Moira and Brian looked all over the state for a location to purchase an existing winery. “When we saw the property in Early, we knew we had found our place,” Moira said. “It’s right on the highway and the only winery in Brown County.”

“We closed on the property in July of 2016 and we opened on April 6th, 2017. After clearing four hundred mesquite trees off the property, we worked on converting the existing pole barn into a beautiful tasting room using 100% reclaimed/repurposed materials that were on the property. There is a booth made from a ‘58 Ford truck bed and tables made from old barn wood. We wanted a rustic, friendly

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place where everyone feels welcome,” says Moira.

The outside seating for over one hundred guests under the large covered patio and a new 1,000 sq ft steel pergola adds to the charm of the winery. Brian finds the winemaking process most rewarding. “The blend of science and craftsmanship. The amount of chemistry involved is almost mind boggling and the amount of time it takes to master the craft is incredible. When you’re making hundreds of gallons of wine, it takes years of experience to produce a consistently high-quality product. We’re blessed to have that for our wines.”

Moira shared the different events people can expect at the winery. “Surprisingly enough, our

most popular events are baby showers. We also do corporate gatherings and great parties to celebrate birthdays and anniversaries.”

“Spirit of Texas wines are made 100% from Texas grapes.” Brian explained, “We felt that was important since Texas is in our name. The wines we bottled this year all have vineyard designations on the labels. We’re happy to promote the Texas vineyards that grow our Texas grapes.”

In 2019 Spirit of Texas wines were selected as a Go-Texan-Blue-Ribbon-Wine-Selection, one of twelve wines featured at the Texas State Fair. It also won a Gold Medal & Best in Category at the 2019 Lone Star International Wine Competition and the 2020 Texas International Wine Competition.

When Brian talks wine, it’s difficult not to taste them all. Evidently, a lot of people enjoy Spirit of Texas wines. They just released the third bottling of the crowd favorite Blush and the new 100% Picpoul Blanc (tropical bouquet but a wonderfully clean finish). “Upcoming releases include a second bottling of the Welcome White, a blend of Malvasia & Viognier.

This dry white has a lovely floral bouquet and a finish that leaves you wanting more.” Brian said. “We’re excited to release Aged to Reflection. Comprised of Montepulciano, Aglianico, Tempranillo, Dolcetto, and a few others, this dry red blend will surprise you with its complexity. We had a trial run of Peached Up last December and have been getting requests for more ever since. It’s a sweet white with natural peach flavorings.”

“We also have a 100% Texas Roussanne,” Moira added. “It’s a dry white that we plan on releasing in the fall. We’re bottling three more dry reds this month.

We’re excited about our 100% Texas Sangiovese. We hope to release it in December. The others are Aged to Reflection and a 100% Texas Aglianico that will be released in 2021.”

The secret is out all over the country. Tammy Travis of Austin, Texas, commented on her great evening at Spirit of Texas Winery. “Awesome Fun!!

The owners are extremely friendly and remember your name after the first introduction!”

The Haggards of Manchester, Tennessee, added, “It was such a surprise to find this winery on my way to see my sister in San Angelo! Wonderful hospitality! I can’t wait to drink my Rip Roarin’ Red!” The Spirit of Texas Winery is a member of the Cross Timbers Wine Trail, currently with over thirty wineries, stretching from Early to north of Saint Jo, Texas. Cross Timbers Wine Trail offers entertaining wine events. Brian and Moira plan to be active in promoting Texas wines.

The McCues’ love goes beyond wines. They also love to support local non-profits. They work closely with Good Samaritan Ministries (GSM), donating over six-hundred cans of tuna to the Brownwood non-profit and GSM’s food pantry in 2020. They also support The Ark shelter, CASA in the Heart of Texas, local volunteer fire departments, and more.

“We truly hope our guests enjoy the winery as much as we do,” Moira said. “We invite everyone out to our tasting room located at 6037 County Road 291 in Early. To book a party, call 325-455-3232 or visit SpiritofTexasWinery.com. Our tag line is Come Relax & UnWINEd with Us!

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Activities

by Kelsey Wallen

Train museum

The Lehnis Railroad museum offers a fun and educational atmosphere for children of all ages. The museum displays different railroad equipment, photos, and stories of the history of railroads and early American life. The museum also has a children’s play area and a mini-train that operates every Saturday.

SKATE PARK

The Brownwood skate park is a fun and free activity to get your children outside and active. The skate park is great for both experienced and inexperienced participants.

AQUATIC CENTER

Camp Bowie Aquatic Center is a water park that has a waterslide, lazy river, and beach area. This aquatic center provides a safe environment for children of all ages. This is a great all-day activity for your family in the summertime.

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GATOR FUN FACTORY

Gators Fun Factory is a great place for kids! They offer many different games and activities for the whole family. From roller skating to rock climbing and even mini bowling, this will keep any child entertained all day. You can even book parties at Gators Fun Factory and pick whatever party package fits what you want to do.

HARVEST HOUSE

The Harvest House is an outreach of Harvest Family Life Ministries. The Harvest House is a mentoring program that helps students with career assessment and development, money management, and community engagement. This program helps children and young adults garner new skills and tools they can use to help succeed.

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BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB

The Boys and Girls Club of Brown County is an organization that helps students achieve academic success, build good character, and how to practice healthy lifestyles. The Boys and Girls Club offers so many different programs for children to be involved in to reach their full potential.

XTREME JOB

Xtreme Jump is an indoor trampoline park that has a foam pit, rock climbing wall, a ninja course and many other attractions. This trampoline park offers great family fun all year round. Xtreme jump has weekly specials that will guarantee fun for the whole family.

MCDONALD PARK

McDonald Park is a city park where people of the community can enjoy the many features it provides. The park has a quarter mile walking track, a full length basketball court, a GaGa pit, and a sand volleyball court. The most popular attraction of this park is the sound garden where you can create music with fun and different instruments.

LAKE BROWNWOOD STATE PARK

Lake Brownwood State Park is 537.5 acres of public land surrounded by Lake Brownwood.

This state park has many activities in and around the lake. Hike the six miles of trails, go fishing in the 7,300 surface acre lake, or go swimming in the designated swimming areas. The lake has plenty to offer for the whole family!

BROWNWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY

The Brownwood public library has been serving Brown County since 1966. The library holds approximately 59,000 books and also offers audiobooks that can be downloaded onto Kindles, IPads, and other digital devices.

Along with books, the library has 25 publicaccess computers that include language courses, test preparation classes, citizenship courses, computer skills classes, and much more. There are also programs for children that include Story Time and a Summer Reading Program.

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By Meg Arlen A holiday tradition making memories for the decade.

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njoy a crisp December night under a star-studded sky, twinkling Christmas lights and neighbors greeting neighbors. Add an abundance of funfilled activities, Christmas carols, hot chocolate, yummy treats, and that very special someone.

Stir in families bustling from shop to shop, searching for the perfect gifts and anticipating a lighted parade. Christmas Under the Stars Festival in Riverside Park ensures plenty of space to spread out. Christmas Under the Stars Festival brings a much-needed gift to the community after a year of social distancing.

The Brown County Chamber of Commerce has served up this recipe for holiday delight

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since 2009. Executive Director Sunni Modawell recalls that history. “In 2009 the Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce staff, ambassadors, members, volunteers, and city employees worked diligently to create a festival that would grow. Eleven years later that creative focus continues with non-profit organizations preparing to entertain children of all ages with activities, crafts, treats, and more.

Brownwood’s quaint downtown opens the Christmas season on the first Thursday night of December with over one hundred floats during the annual lighted Christmas Under the Stars parade. In the past, thousands of folks lined the streets to watch the illuminated creations

Festival Parade

Thursday, December 3rd at 6:30 pm

Festival:

Friday, December 4th from 4 pm to 6 pm Saturday, December 5th from 2 pm to 6 pm

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come to life as it would slowly wind from one side of downtown to the other. “This annual lighted parade has been taking place for decades and this year’s parade performs a switch that can only happen because of the amazing creativity of event planners.

With a focus on preventing large crowds, 2020’s Christmas parade may be the best ever, as the floats and all other parade entries line the streets, remaining stationary, and the spectators drive-through.”

Families will cruise down streets lined with vintage cars, old tractors, uniquely decorated trailers, music, and entertainment, all bringing joy to brighteyed boys and girls both young and old. The suspense and anticipation will build as parade watchers pass each float with hopeful anticipation. Near the end of the parade route, what to their wondering eyes shall appear but a sleigh carrying the one and only jolly Saint Nick. Families will want to slow down when they reach the Santa Stop and you might drop your letter off to make sure he gets it in time. Get your place on the route early.

Past Christmas Under the Stars Festivals have featured holiday games, crafts, food, and attractions for all ages. Key attractions have included Big Wheel Races, Treats for Santa Contest and more. Big Wheel Races have consistently ranked high on the Christmas Under the Stars list, where kids and adults have enjoyed races on one of the greatest, all-time Christmas gifts. Big Wheel Races are held during both nights of the festival and are sponsored by Matthew Williams/State Farm Insurance, Sonic Drive-in, and Smile Doctors Braces.

“Even with the uncertainty of 2020, many Brown County non-profit organizations have prepared to entertain children of all ages with activities, crafts and treats over the two-day events,” Sunni explained.

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“Activities in our history have passed down countless memories. The ice skating rink was a hit in 2013, so much so that it was brought back for three more years. The adult-sized Big Wheels made its debut in 2014 along with the Christmas Scavenger Hunt, Photo Contest, Christmas Tree Auction, Choir Performances, Just Dance Competition, Frosty’s Village Building Contest, Treats for Santa Bake-Off, Live Entertainment, and Elfie Selfies.

“Vendors have done a variety of activities with the kids over the years,” Sunni added. “The Chamber continues to surprise the community with an

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Brown County loves those who protect us. Plans are being made to thank our First Responders and Veterans. The Cards for the Military has always been a favorite. This activity gives joy on both sides of the gift and can be done safely.

Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, Sunni Modawell, and her staff, Kim Springfield, Martha Faetche and Kandice Harris, invite you and yours to celebrate the season in Brownwood. “Many events may be too risky for health matters in 2020,” Sunni explained, “however, we can promise a Christmas festival for the family. Check the Chamber website for more details and updates.

Christmas Under the Stars Festival has grown and evolved, allowing families to create lasting memories for generations. Peace and joy to the world!”

Call the Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce at 325-646-9535 for more information.

amazing festival. Christmas projects for your pets, like food bowl decorating, reindeer food making, or photos. In the past, we’ve offered picture frame decorating, cookie decorating, marshmallow shooters, cross building, toy car building, gingerbread house decorating, and, of course, Letters to Santa.”

Sipping Under the Stars 2020, a wine tasting and shopping event for adults will be as enjoyable as last year, if not more. Stroll from shop to shop and enjoy the seasonal good cheer. Tickets are available by visiting Brownwoodchamber.org or through the link on Facebook. Wineries will be set up at different locations throughout downtown. Participants receive tasting tickets, a commemorative wine glass and a wine bag. Retailers like Teddy’s Brewhaus, Pioneer Taphouse and The Turtle Enoteca offer excellent specials as well.

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B ROWN COU NT Y

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BROWNWOOD

ACCOMMODATIONS

GreenFox Marketing Solutions

Brownwood Inn and Suites

(817) 330-9015 www.greenfoxmarketing.net

504 W. Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 641-8085

Comfort Inn 204 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

(325) 641-3400 www.comfortinn.com

Executive Inn

303 W. Pearl St., Granbury TX 76048

Lamar Advertising Company 1112 W. Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-0241 www.lamar.com

TXPAGES LLC. 13433 Hwy. 22, Cranfills Gap, TX 76637

(325) 643-5611

(325) 646-1010 www.txpages.com

Gate 1 Inn

Sweet Line Media

4410 Hwy 377 South, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 200-5741

1204 CC Woodson, Early, TX 76802

(325) 643-5463 www.gateoneinn.com

Hampton Inn 1103 Riverside Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 641-1122 www.hamptoninn1.hilton.com

La Quinta Inn & Suites 103 Marketplace Blvd., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 641-1731 www.laquintabrownwood.com

Morelock Properties

(325) 646-4128 extendedstayapartmentsbrownwood.com

Star of Texas Bed & Breakfast

P.O.Box 1001, Brownwood, TX 76804

CHAMBER DIRECTORY

APARTMENTS

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

377 Villas of Brownwood Apartments, LLP

Brownwood Art Association

4235 Hwy 377 S., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 200-4894

(325) 641-2916 www.brownwoodart.com

Brownwood Apartments I & II

Chill Well

322 Bluff view Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 641-1393

Brownwood Housing Authority 1500 Terrace Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

215 Fisk Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

Brownwood, TX 76804

(512) 522-5365 http://chillwell-llc.com

Gobo Entertainment Brownwood, TX 76804

(325) 646-0790

(512) 522-5365

Brownwood Manor

KG Dance Studio

300 Center Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

3610 Durham Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-6611

AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING

(325) 998-4500

Brownwood Retirement Village

Lyric Performing Arts Company

1 Source Technical Services, Inc

(325) 641-1123 integrapeak.com

11934 E. Highway 84, Zephyr, TX 76890

318 Bluff view Dr., Brownwood, TX 76801

318 Center Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 998-2801 www.brownwoodlyrictheatre.com

(325) 641-8811

Camelot Apartments

Air Temp Refrigeration

1801 & 2001 Slayden St., Brownwood, TX 76801

ASSISTED LIVING & RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES

Good Shepherd Apartments

Redstone Park Retirement & Assisted Living Community

300 Main St., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-3000 www.airtemprefrigeration.com

Heart of Texas Mechanical Contracting 203 Cordell, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-1655 www.hotmechanical.com

(325) 643-4591 www.camelotaptsbrownwood.com

1700 Good Shepherd Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-5182

Market Place Apartments

2410 Songbird Circle, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-9056 www.redstonepark.com

340 Marketplace Blvd., B rownwood, TX 76801

The Chatfield Assisted Living

(325) 752-1020 www.tongateservices.com

(325) 641-2579 www.wilhoitproperties.com

(325) 247-8631 www.lockinghornsranchlodge.com

AIRPORTS

Oakwood Apartments

Vicksburg Retirement Community

Warren Ranch

Abilene Regional Airport

(325) 646-4128 www.star-of-texas.com

The Lodge at Locking Horns Ranch 3735 CR 270, Richland Springs, TX 76871

2949 PR 1342, Santa Anna, TX 76878

(325) 624-5531 www.warrenranch.net

ADVERTISING SERVICES Good2CUtexting 1955 W. South Loop, Stephenville, TX 76401

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Tongate Services 809 E. Hall St., Bangs, TX 76823

2933 Airport Blvd. Suite 200, Abilene, TX 79602 (325) 734-5316 www.iflyabi.com

Brownwood Regional Airport 6240 Airport Road, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-1482 www.ci.brownwood.tx.us

3501 Rhodes Road, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-4723

Wildwood Trails Apartments 1500 Davis Lane, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 641-1200 www.wilhoitproperties.com

1605 Calvert Road, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 200-4904 creativesolutionsinhealthcare.com

3020 4th St., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-6938 www.vicksburgretirementcommunity.com

AUTO PAINT & BODY Blevins Body Shop 207 N. Main St., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-2571

Quality Body Works

Longoria’s Repair All

405 W. Austin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

1507 Austin Avenue, Brownwood, TX 76801

AUTO DEALERS

Lonestar Truck Outfitters

Barron’s Auto Enterprise Inc

(325) 641-8528

(325) 643-1397

415 E Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 641-2771 www.barronsautoent.com

Big Country Ford Lincoln Mercury 500 West Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-1651 www.bigcountryflm.net

Bostick’s Auto & Truck Sales 2210 Belle Plain, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 641-1150

Bruner Auto Group 224 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

(325) 646-9511 www.brunerauto.com

Bruner Toyota 224 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

(325) 646-9511 www.brunerauto.com

Car Corral 1200 Coggin Avenue, Brownwood, TX 76804

(325) 646-8159 www.carcorraltexas.com

Lee Hoffpauir Chevrolet Buick 1260 US Highway 84 W., Goldthwaite, TX 76844

(325) 648-2273 www.lhchevy.com

Longhorn Auto Sales Inc 903 W. Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 203-4777

Prosperity Bank 1221 Austin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

BUILDING SUPPLIES

(325) 641-1714 www.prosperitybankusa.com

Home Depot

828 W. Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801

Texan Credit Corp.

(325) 643-1381 www.homedepot.com

Quick Lane

(325) 643-1999 www.texancredit.com

518 W. Commerce St., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-7000

Trans Texas Tire, Inc.

222 Center Avenue, Brownwood, TX 76801

McCoy’s Building Supply Center 3605 Highway 377 South, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-2638 www.mccoys.com

TexasBank 400 Fisk Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-1541

(325) 649-9200 www.texasbank.com

BAKERIES

TexasBank - Bangs Banking Center

109 S. Broadway, Brownwood, TX 76801

100 Market Place, Brownwood, TX 76801

Sweetwater Steel Co., Inc. 1047 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

(325) 641-1345

CAMPS

501 E. Hall St., Bangs, TX 76823

Shipley Donuts 305 W Commerce Street, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 998-5862

Tr3s Leches Bakery 201 E. Baker St. Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 200-1205

BANKS & CREDIT UNIONS Citizens National Bank 1 Carnegie, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-3545 www.cnb-brownwood.com

F & M Bank

118 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

(325) 646-4000 www.fmbank-tx.com

(325) 752-6331 www.texasbank.com

Lake Brownwood Christian Retreat

TexasBank - Camp Bowie Banking Center

(325) 784-5133 www.lbcr.org

3802 Hwy 377 South, Brownwood, TX 76801

Lake Brownwood State Park

9030 Retreat Road, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 649-9270 www.texasbank.com

200 State Highway Park Road 15, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 784-5223 www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/ parks/lakebrownwood/

TexasBank - Marketplace Banking Center 1111 Clements, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 649-9257 www.texasbank.com

CAR WASH

TexasBank - Motorbank

Main Street Car Wash 410 Main St., Brownwood, TX 76801

500 Carnegie, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-5001

(325) 649-9285 www.texasbank.com

CARPET & RUG CLEANING

Western Bank 1110 Clements St., Brownwood, TX 76801

RG’s Pro Floors

(325) 646-2265 www.westernbankonline.com

PO Box 2355, Brownwood, TX 76804 (325) 784-5904

BED & BREAKFAST

Breze Carpet Cleaning

(325) 643-2994 www.longhornautosalesbwdtx.com

First Central Credit Union

Stanley Dodge Brownwood

(325) 641-2943 www.firstcentralcu.com

Star of Texas Bed & Breakfast

(432) 312-6434

First National Bank Mortgage

BEVERAGE & FOOD DISTRIBUTORS

CATERING

Ben E. Keith Company

(325) 739-2068

1003 W. Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-2616 www.stanleybrownwood.com

1602 Austin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

301 N Fisk Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

AUTO SERVICE, REPAIR & PARTS

(325) 600-4653 Pamhastheloan.com

Brownwood Glass & Alignment

3101 Austin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

106 N. Main, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-0435

Da Shop 1005 W. Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 998-4136

Hi-Way Auto Parts, Inc. 2805 Hwy 279 , Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-8254 www.hiwayauto.com

Kwik Kar Oil & Lube 212 E. Commerce St., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-6415

MCBank (325) 646-1798 www.mcbanktx.com

MCBank - Early 411 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

(325) 646-4128

P.O. Box 549, Llano, TX 78643

T Double C Catering

(325) 247-4224 www.benekeith.com

Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 998-3219

Dr. Pepper Bottlers, Brownwood, Inc. 3321 Milam Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-9583

Keg 1 O’Neal, LLC

Mid-Tex Federal Credit Union

(940) 325-6971 www.keg1llc.com

(325) 646-4571 www.mtfcu.org

Diamond R Store & Cafe 11801 HWY 84E, Zephyr, TX 76890

(325) 646-0313 www.mcbanktx.com

3808 Hwy. 377 S., Brownwood, TX 76801

308 S.E. Ave B, Andrews, TX 79714

Tr3s Leches Bakery 201 E. Baker St. Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 200-1205

104 E. Industrial Blvd. #10, Early, TX 76802

CELLULAR AT&T

BOAT SALES & SERVICE

210 W. Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-2355 www.att.com

NB’s Boat Repair 5817 Hwy 279, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 437-6543

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Mobilelink-Cricket Wireless

CHIMNEY SWEEP

That Crane Store

1208 Looney St., Brownwood, TX 76801

Chimney Pro and Pool Pro

(325) 998-9682

(325) 600-4944 www.cricketwireless.com

West Central Wireless 300 W. Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801

1902 Bundrant Drive, Killeen, TX 76543-3255

(325) 673-7899

CHIROPRACTORS

Common Grounds Coffee House & Deli

Diamond P Aggregates, Ltd.

2208 Austin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 203-0046

T-mobile

(325) 641-2541 www.325BACK.com

801 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

(954) 793-1751

CHURCHES

CEMETERIES

Brownwood Community Church

1921 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

2911 Ave. E, Brownwood, TX 76801

325-203-5303 www.cogginchurch.org

(325) 643-3354

COMMUNITY GARDEN Brownwood Area Community Garden 1514 Dublin St., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 430-3894

Cross Community Church

Apollo Computers Inc.

(325) 998-1567

Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce 600 E. Depot St., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-9535

Coleman County Chamber of Commerce 218 Commercial Ave., Coleman, TX 76834

(325) 625-2163 www.colemantexas.org

Early Chamber of Commerce 104 E. Industrial Drive, Early, TX 76802

(325) 649-9317 www.earlychamber.com

Mills County Chamber of Commerce 1003 Fisher St., Goldthwaite, TX 76844

(325) 648-3619 www.goldthwaite.biz

Santa Anna Chamber of Commerce 704 Wallis Ave., Santa Anna,TX 76801

(325) 348-3535

CHILD CARE Little Dude Ranch 1601 Stewart St., Brownwood, TX 76801

511 E. Adams St., Brownwood, TX 76801

Harvest Family Life Ministries 610 Beaver Street, Brownwood, TX 76801

325-642-7332

Union Presbyterian Church (PC U.S.A.) 700 Fisk Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-8569 www.unionpresbrownwood.org

CLOTHING STORES Bloomers & Boots 11650 Hwy. 84 Zephyr, TX 76890

(325) 203-2445

Dazzling Diva’s 1601 Coggin Avenue, Suite C, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-2564 www.shopdazzlingboutique.com

Factory Connection 300 Early Blvd., Ste 34, Early, TX 76802

(325) 646-4218 www.factory-connection.com

Glamour Shop 405-411 Center Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-2633

(325) 646-8877 www.littledudeonline.com

Leon River Mercantile

Pearl Griffin Memorial Latch Key Program

(325) 646-8700 www.leonriver.com

2411 Coggin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-2138 www.latchkeyprogram.org

420 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

MaChee’s Memories 603 3rd Street, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 200-2120

Saturdays 410 Center Ave, Brownwood, TX 76801

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BRO WN CO UNTY LI V I N G

(325) 748-3090 www.tunnellconstruction.com

Waldrop Construction Co. Inc.

CONTRACT SERVICES

CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE

(325) 998-4415 www.theafterhoursit.net

www.crosscommunitychurch.net

716 Main, Brownwood, 76801

AfterHours I.T.

(325) 646-1506 www.cogginchurch.org

Bangs, TX 76823

Tunnell Construction, Roofing, Water/Fire Restoration

3208 4th, Brownwood, TX 76801

Coggin Avenue Baptist Church 1815 Coggin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

22900 HWY 183 N. Rising Star, TX 76471

COMPUTERS SALES & SERVICE

(325) 646-9125

Bangs Business Association

3317 N. Chadbourne, San Angelo, TX 76442

COFFEE SHOPS

Heartland Chiropractic

Eastlawn Memorial Park, Inc.

Concho Valley Foundation Repair

(254) 519-3435

(325) 646-0972 www.westcentral.com 300 W. Commerce St., Brownwood, TX 76801

504 Center Avenue, Brownwood, Texas 76801

(325) 646-2529 www.waldropconstruction.com

Texas Rock Crusher Railway 204 W. 8th St., Brownwood, TX 76801

611 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

(325) 643-5105 www.tnwcorporation.com

Cloud Training Services

CONVENIENCE STORES & GAS STATIONS

(325) 643-8184 www.acisolution.com

PO Box 94686, Lubbock, TX 79493

(806) 793-3301 www.cloudtraining.com

Legacy IT, LLC 231 Parkway Drive, Suite 500, Early, TX 76802

(325) 643-1961 www.legacyit.net

CONCRETE & PAVING Ingram Concrete, LLC

7-Eleven 3262 Chimney Rock Road, Abilene, TX 7960

(325) 692-8200 www.scstores.com

COUNSELING Taylor Clinic, The 205 Center Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 649-4357 www.thetaylorclinic.com

4301 Danhil Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

CPA’S & TAX SERVICES

Ribble Concrete and Land Construction

H&R Block

(325) 646-6518 www.ingramconcrete.com

301 N Center Ave #100, Brownwood, Tx 76801

(325) 642-3271

CONSTRUCTION AAA House Leveling 1617 10th St, Brownwood, Tx 76801

(325) 641-0660

Avalon Custom Homes 3002 Asbury, Brownwood, TX 76801

(214) 707-6957 www.avalonhomestx.com

Brown County Event Fencing 2801 CR 180, Brownwood, TX 76804

(325) 203-3479

517 W Commerce Square, Suite A, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-7255

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service 1419 Austin Avenue, Brownwood, Texas 76801

(855) 816-1040 www.jacksonhewitt.com

JDR CPA, LLC 309 S Fisk, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-2573

Krischke CPA, PC 201 Center Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-6576

CRAFT BEER

DRY CLEANERS

Teddy’s Brewhaus

Comet Cleaners & Laundry

102 Fisk, Brownwood, TX 76801

1514 Austin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 203-5283 www.teddysbrewhaus.com

Pioneer Tap House 1803 12th St., Brownwood, Texas 76801

(325) 203-3083 facebook.com/pioneertaphouse

CULTURAL & EVENTS Arts Council of Brownwood P.O. Box 489, Brownwood, TX 76804

(325) 643-3410 www.brownwoodartscouncil.org

DAY SPA

(325) 646-8248

Stieber Enterprises, Inc. Wilson Cleaners & Laundry 907 N. Fisk, Brownwood, Texas 76801

(325) 646-9627 www.wilsoncleanersandlaundry.com

EDUCATION & TRAINING Brownwood ISD 2707 Southside Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-5644 www.brownwoodisd.org

Cloud Training Services PO Box 94686, Lubbock, TX 79493

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS & FARM & RANCH PRODUCTS SUPPLIES AND SERVICES 4300 Danhil Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

2400 Highway 377 South, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-6566

(325) 643-3636

Grimsley Electric, Inc.

Burns Ranch

2104 Fisk, Brownwood. TX 76801

15000 Hwy 183 N, May, TX 76857

(325) 641-0564

(512) 965-3907

Pecan Valley Electric Company, Inc.

Richmon Farm Supply, Inc.

(325) 646-3566

Weldon Wilson Electric, Inc. 4507 Danhil Drive,Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-3110 www. weldonwilsonelectric.com

(806) 793-3301 www.cloudtraining.com

(325) 641-9106 www.fancysdayspa.com

Cross Classical Academy

Air Evac Lifeteam

402 Center Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

5600 FM 45 South, Brownwood, TX 76801

3500 HWY 279, Brownwood, TX 76801

EMERGENCY SERVICES

Fancy’s Day Spa

Ag-Mart/Nelson Wholesale

Elliott Electric Supply Co.

(325) 646-3833

Tractor Supply Company 315 A East Commerce St., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-2256 www.tractorsupply.com

Wildfire Truck Sales & Outdoors 3002 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

(325) 641-2890 www.wildfiretrucksalestx.com

700 Fisk Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

122 South Park Dr, Brownwood, TX 76801

DENTISTS

(325) 646-8560 www.crossclassicalacademy.com

(325) 641-8988 www.lifeteam.net

FINANCIAL & INVESTMENT SERVICES

Avenue Dental

Education Service Center - Region 15

Brown County Sheriff ’s Office

Easyfinancial Services

1206 Looney St., Brownwood, TX 76801

P.O. Box 1671, Brownwood, TX 76804

(325) 649-9600

(325) 998-5237

Evans, Rick, DDS

Heart of Texas Christian Women’s Job Corps

2601 Austin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-1561

Goodwin, Robert, DDS

3004 Coggin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-3755 www.robertgoodwindds.com

Johnson, Robert, DDS 105 Southpark Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-7823

Smile Crafters 3709 Austin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-0516 www.smilecrafterstexas.com

Smile Doctors Braces 2414 Crockett Drive, Brownwood, TX 76804

(325) 646-2515 www.smiledoctors.com

DEVELOPERS LeeCo Properties Inc. 3501 Billy Hext Road, Odessa, TX 79765

(432) 550-0073

2410 Coggin Ave.,Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-1788

Howard Payne University 1000 Fisk St., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 649-8020 www.hputx.edu

Premier High School 819 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

(325) 643-3735 www.responsiveed.com

Ranger College 300 Early Blvd., Ste. 105, Early, TX 76802

(325) 641-5726 www.rangercollege.edu

Tarleton State University - Small Business Development Center 105 N. Stockton St., Granbury, TX 76048

(254) 592-1994 www.tsusbdc.org

Texas Massage Academy 400 Center Ave., Brownwood, TX 76804

(325) 646-4272 www.texasmassageacademy.com

DISCOUNT STORES

Victory Life Academy

Wal-Mart #813

(325) 641-3420

401 W. Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801

901 CC Woodson Road, Brownwood, TX 76801

1214 Looney, Brownwood, TX 76801

1050 W. Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-5510

Brownwood Police Department 1050 W. Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-2525

(325) 643-6500

Edward Jones – Barnes 500 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

(325)641-9263

Edward Jones – Kothman

Lifeguard Ambulance Service 1611 Coggin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-8170

EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES Demand Staff, Inc. 1200 Looney St., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 641-8583 www.demandstaff.com

500 Main St., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-2544 www.edwardjones.com

Edward Jones – Osbourn & Reagan 500 Main St., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-2544 www.edwardjones.com

Edward Jones – Seidenberger 1105 Riverside Drive,Brownwood, TX 76801

Personnel Services of Brownwood 3665 US Hwy. 377 South, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-1238 www.psstaffing.com

(325) 641-2777 www.edwardjones.com

Painter & Johnson Financial 201 W. Adams, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-2959

Workforce Solutions of West Central Texas

2202 Hwy 377 S., Brownwood, TX 76801 (325) 646-1591 www.workforcesystem.org

Insurance Specialists/ Voya Financial Advisors 201 N. Fisk Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-5080 www.brownwoodadvisors.com

EVENT PLANNING

Strong Business Solutions, LLC

Brown County Event Fencing

(325) 646-8969

310 Center Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

2222 US-377, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 203-3479

(325) 643-9727

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FIRE/WATER DAMAGE RESTORATION FLOOR COVERING Brownwood Decorating 2627 Austin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-8123

Heart of Texas Flooring 400 S. Broadway, Brownwood, TX 76801

FUNERAL HOMES

GLASS - AUTO

Blaylock Funeral Home

Auto Glass Magic

1914 Indian Creek Road, Brownwood, TX 76801

100 N. Main St., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 203-4027

Brownwood Funeral Home 2512 Belle Plain St., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-5551 www.brownwoodfuneralhome.net

(325) 646-4928 www.heartoftexasflooring.com

Davis Morris Funeral Home

Service Master by A-Town Hi-Tech

(325) 646-5555 www.davismorrisfuneralhome.com

4402 S. Danville Dr., Abilene, TX 79605

800 Center Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 692-0500

Heartland Funeral Home & Cremation Service

FLORISTS

303 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

Davis Floral Co. 505 Fisk Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-9595 www.davisfloralco.com

Early Blooms & Things 99 West St., Early, TX 76802

(325) 641-1803 www.earlybloomsandthings.com

Petal Patch 115 E. Adams, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-0820 www.thepetalpatch.net

FOSTER CARE A World for Children 1309 Early Blvd, Early, TX 76802

(325) 641-1055 www.awfc.org

Daybreak Community Services 209 Garmon Drive, Early, TX 76802

(325) 643-1919 daybreak-hcs.com

New Horizons Ranch and Center, Inc. 2222 HWY 377, Suite 5, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-9424 www.heartlandfuneralhome.net

FURNITURE & APPLIANCES Mattressville 1003 US 183 N, Early, TX 76802

(325) 203-5167 www.mattressvilletx.com

Pierce Furniture 600 N. Center, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-5828

Southwest Appliance 100 CC Woodson Road, Brownwood, TX 76801

Overhead Door Company 608 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

(325) 643-4996

GIFT SHOP Double H Mercantile 504 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

(325) 643-4444

3805 Hwy 377 S., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-1584 www.pfeoil.com

115 E. Adams, Brownwood, TX 76801

Saturday’s

(512) 916-5834

GROCERY STORES

The Hideout Golf Club

(325) 643-2234 www.brookshires.com

185 Hideout Lane, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 784-4653

www.thehideoutgolfclub.com

GOVERNMENT & CITY OFFICES 35th District Court Judge 200 South Broadway St., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-1987

Brown County Commissioners Court 200 S. Broadway, Suite 322, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-1985

Brown County District Attorney 200 S. Broadway St., Suite 323, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-0444

200 S. Broadway St., Room 111, Brownwood, TX 76801

Brownwood Municipal Development District 501 Center Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-9600 www.brownwoodbusiness.com

City of Brownwood

501 Center Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801 (325) 646-5775 www.brownwoodtexas.gov

City of Early P.O. Box 3100, Early, TX 76803

1400 Austin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

United Supermarkets 300 East Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 510-3370

HAIR & NAIL SALONS Gade Shine 1801 Slayden St. Apt. 33, Brownwood, TX 76801

(254) 485-6974 stephaniedawngade.arbonne.com

Great Clips 420 E. Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 203-5326

Hair Nation The Barber Beauty Shop 201 Adams Street Suite D, Brownwood, TX 76804

(325) 430-5944

Hometown Spa & Salon 2909 Coggin Avenue, Brownwood, TX 76804

(325) 643-5301

Shear Envy Salon 1028 W Commerce St, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 203-7750

The Rage - Salon and Day Spa 1601-A Coggin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-3920

HARDWARE Pate’s Hardware, Inc. 1104 Early Blvd. Early, TX 76802

(325) 646-0668 www.pateshardware.com

Congressman Mike Conaway

The Brownwood Store

(325) 646-1950 www.conaway.house.gov

(325) 646-0536

State Representative Mike Lang

HEALTH & NUTRITION

(325) 320-8157

600 E. Depot St., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-9535 www.brownwoodchamber.org

Texas Crafts and Gifts (325) 348-3211

BRO WN CO U NTY LI V I N G

300 E. 8th, Suite 961, Austin, TX 78701

410 Center Ave, Brownwood, TX 76801

602 Wallis, Santa Anna, Tx 76878

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US Senator Ted Cruz

Brookshire’s Food Store

(325) 643-2828

2INgage

P. F. & E. Oil Company

5875 CR 225, Brownwood, TX 76801

800 FM 3254, Brownwood, TX 76801 (325) 641-4240 www.tjjd.texas.gov

(325) 643-1023 www.brownwoodcountryclub.com

GARAGE DOORS

(325) 646-0820 www.thepetalpatch.net

FUEL & OIL DISTRIBUTORS

Brownwood Country Club

Brown County Judge

Petal Patch

(325) 721-2652 www.2ingage.org

GOLF & COUNTRY CLUBS

(325) 646-8773 www.brownwoodsouthwestappliance.com

(325) 643-2264 www.newhorizonsinc.com

618 Commercial St., Emporia, TX 66801

(325) 646-9789

Texas Juvenile Justice Department

501 Centar Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

1400 Congress Ave., Austin,TX 78701 (512) 463-0656

Weakley-Watson Ace Hardware 1414 Austin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

Gade Shine 1801 Slayden St. Apt. 33, Brownwood, TX 76801

(254) 485-6974 stephaniedawngade.arbonne.com

Honey Bee Natural Foods

CMS Health Care Inc.

909 North Fisk, Brownwood, TX 76801

1102 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

(325) 646-7017

Innovation Wellness Health Spa 919 Early Blvd. Suite 2B, Early, TX 76802

(325) 641-2796 www.earlyivw.com

HEALTHCARE AccelHealth 3804 Hwy 377 South, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-5167 www.accelhealthcare.org

Brownwood Dermatology 2504 Crockett Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-2929

Hendrick Surgery Center 2401 Crockett Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 203-5106 www.hendricksurgerycenter.com

Lee HealthCare PO Box 766, Hamilton, TX 76531

(254) 386-8971

One Source Express Care Clinic 302 E. Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76804

(325) 643-1983 www.BRMC-Cares.com

River Crest Hospital 1636 Hunters Glen Road, San Angelo, TX, 76901

(325) 949-5722 www.rivercresthospital.com

UnitedHealthcare 2933 Savannah Court, Waco, TX 76710

(254) 227-7934

West Texas Rehabilitation Center 4601 Hartford, Abilene, TX 79605

(325) 793-3400 ww.westtexasrehab.org

HOME BUILDERS, CONTRACTORS & IMPROVEMENTS

(325) 643-4900 www.cmshomehealth.com

Hill Country Home Care 1000 N CR 310, Early, TX 76802

325-220-2273 (CARE) www.hillcountryhomecare.net

Jordan Health Care 3657 HWY 377 S., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-4999 www.bradyhealthcareservices.com

Kindred at Home Home Health 118 Southpark Drive, Suite D, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-5525 www.kindredathome.com

HOME INSPECTION Center Point Inspection Services, PLLC 309 Main St., Blanket, TX 76432

(325) 642-2576 www.centerpointinspection.com

HOSPICE CARE Alpha Omega Hospice 817-238-0770 alphaomegahospice.com

Comanche County Medical Center

AFLAC

10201 Highway 16 North, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 641-2255 www.aflac.com

105 W. Anderson St., Brownwood, TX 76801

254-879-4900 Ext# 4468

Farmers Insurance Dustin Larremore Agency

Oceans Behavioral Hospital Abilene

400 CC Woodson Road, Brownwood, TX 76801 (325) 646-4765,

4225 Woods Place, Abilene, TX 79602

(325) 691-0030

farmersinsurance.com

HUNTING

Farmers Insurance - Harriss Insurance Agency

3 Springs Ranch

2421 Austin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-1600 www.farmersagent.com/eharriss

8222 CR 261, Zephyr, TX 76890

(325) 642-2727 www.3springsranch.com

Landmark Life Insurance Co.

Warren Ranch

5750 South CR 225, Brownwood, TX 76801

2949 PR 1342, Santa Anna, TX 76878

(325) 624-5531

(325) 646-6579 www.landmarklife.com

ICE CREAM

Larry Holder Insurance

Erma Jean’s Place

1203 Coggin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

510 Cordell St., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-7526 www.larryholder.net

INDUSTRIAL SUPPLIES & SERVICES

Lenzi Insurance Agency, LLC

Centex Hydraulic Service & Supply

www. agents.farmers.com/tx/brownwood/ kelli-lenzi

(325) 642-3284

2800 Austin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801 (325) 643-1583

1403 A Blake Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

Interim Healthcare Hospice

(254) 638-3215

Matthew Williams State Farm Agency

120 South Park Drive, Suite B, Brownwood, TX, 76801

Ratliff Steel Company

(325) 646-6288

Kindred at Home Hospice

(325) 600-4264 www.ratliffsteel.com

200 Crockett Drive, Ste. 300, Brownwood, TX 76801

Starr Sales

(325) 643-1113 www.interimhealthcare.com

(325)643-5718 www.kindredathome.com

Rapid Response Life Support Training Center 325-273-0799

Solaris Hospice

2607 Hwy 377 S., Brownwood, TX 76801

2910 Stephen F Austin, Brownwood, TX 76801

Porter Insurance Agency 100 N. Fisk, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-9586 www.porterins.com

Robnett Integra Insurance Services

1511 Drisco Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

508 Main St., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-2524 www.starrsales.com

(325) 646-2886 www.robnettintegra.com

VRC Technologies, Inc.

Smith & Sharpe Agencies

1412 Custer Road, Brownwood, TX 76801

201 W. Adams, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-4578 www.smithandsharpeins.com

(325) 784-5904

413 Center Ave Brownwood, Texas 325-648-5574 www.solarisfamily.com

(325) 643-8038 www.vrctexas.com

INDIVIDUAL MEMBERS

State Farm Insurance - Mike Hall Agency

Texas Custom Interiors

HOSPITALS

Kim Atkinson

Brownwood Regional Medical Center

(757) 416-8790

Brownwood, TX 76804

(325) 646-8600 www.mikehallinsurance.com

1501 Burnet Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

INSURANCE

Texas Farm Bureau Insurance Co.

Allstate - Shane Oliver Insurance Agencies Inc.

(325) 646-5516 www.txfb-ins.com

RG’s Pro Floors

PO Box 2355, Brownwood, TX 76804

3510 Hwy. 377 S., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 203-2443 www.texascustominteriors.com

HOME HEALTH CARE Clear Path Home Care 2222 Hwy. 377 S., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 430-0151 www.clearpathhomecare.com

(325) 646-8541 www.brmc-cares.com

807 Center Ave Suite C, Brownwood, TX 76801

2450 Hwy. 377 S, Brownwood, TX 76801

3663 Hwy 377 S., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-4243

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Willis Insurance

Brasher & Co.

Central Texas Farm Credit

Superior Essex

600 Fisk Avenue #134, Brownwood, TX 76801

508 Garmon Drive, Early, TX 76802

1026 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

2900 Morris Sheppard Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 642-7119

(325) 642-2415 www.brasherco.com

(325) 643-5563 www.ranchmoney.com

INTERIOR DESIGN

Quality Grass Guys

First National Bank Mortgage

Joe Sheppard Designs

(325) 721-6248

500 Center Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

8027 CR 604, Brownwood, TX 76804

301 N Fisk Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 600-4653 Pamhastheloan.com

(325) 646-8591 www.superioressex.com

Vulcan Materials Co. 3709 US 377 Brady Hwy, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-8526 www.vulcanmaterials.com

(325) 646-3399

Top Cut Lawn Care

INTERNET SERVICE PROVIDERS

(325) 647-6703

LIBRARY

Wright Asphalt Products Co., LLC

LEGAL SERVICES

Brownwood Public Library

(325) 646-7175

Haynes Law Firm, P.C.

(325) 646-0155 www.brownwoodpubliclibrary.com

Echo Wireless Broadband 1018 W. Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801 1-800-643-3246 www.echowibb.com

IRRIGATION AND LAWN CARE B20 Irrigation and Lawn Care, LLC 1001 Early Blvd Early, Texas 76802 325-647-8930

Harris Broadband L.P.

500 Fisk Ave., Brownwood TX 76801 (325) 646-4696 www.harrisbb.com

NextLink Enterprises

95 Parker Oaks Lane, Hudson Oaks, TX 76087 (817) 304-5428 www.nextlinkinternet.com

JANITORIAL SERVICE & SUPPLIES Brownwood Janitorial & Fire Extinguisher Supply 1200 CC Woodson Road, Brownwood, TX 76801

Diligent Suds & Exterior Cleaning 2210 Ave C, Brownwood, TX 76804

(325) 430-2253 (325) 643-6278

Lone Star Janitorial

P.O. Box 102, Brownwood, TX 76804

309 N. Fisk, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-2821 www.haynesfirm.com

115 S. Broadway, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-3500

Lappe & Lappe Attorneys at Law 404 N. Fisk, Brownwood, TX 76801

1010 Early Blvd Early, Texas 76802 325-647-8930 70

BRO WN CO U NTY LI V I N G

3501 US-377 STE S, Brownwood, TX 76804

(325) 641-2421

Law Offices of Jason M. Johnson

4501 Highway 377 South, Brownwood, TX 76801

315 Center Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-2777 www.jasonjohnsonlaw.com

Mark T. Bessent, Attorney at Law 205 N. Center Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 641-1677

Morelock, Scott A., Attorney 207 N. Fisk, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-9795

Tom F. Duren, Attorney at Law 211 South Broadway, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-5877

LENDERS Affiliated Bank 305 N. Center, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 642-8347 www.affiliatedbank.com

3145 W. Washington, Stephenville, TX 76401

B20 Irrigation and Lawn Care LLC

Hometown Liquor

MANUFACTURERS

Texas-Clean

LAWN CARE

1001 Vine St., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-3322 www.lappelaw.com

AgTexas Farm Credit Services

(325) 642-2779 www.texas-clean.com

LIQUOR STORES Depot Liquor Beer & Wine

(325) 646-9800 www.jwblawyer.com

(254) 965-3151

Cash Store 310 W. Commerce St., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-1757

MAPS Texas Trails Maps

Jennifer W. Broughton Attorney at Law

(325) 203-2620

601 Carnegie, Brownwood, TX 76801

600 Carnegie St., Brownwood, TX 76801

1505 Custer Road, Brownwood, TX 76801

3M Company (325) 646-3551 www.mmm.com

Airtite Products 4008 S. Treadaway, Abilene, TX 79602

(325) 672-5774 www.airtiteproducts.com

Barr Fabrication 4501 Danhil Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-2277 www.barrfabrication.com

DanHil Containers II, Limited 4500 Danhil Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-2009 www.danhilcontainers.com

Diamond P Enterprise 3300 Milam Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-5629 www.diamondpenterprises.com

Ethos Pet Nutrition 3101 Stephen F. Austin, Brownwood, TX 76801

207 E. Main, Llano, TX 78643

(325) 247-5183

MARINAS US Dock’s Wild Duck Marina 320 High Top St., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 784-7100 www.us-dock.com

MARTIAL ARTS Chouwa No Uchi Dojo 1607 Coggin Ave, Brownwood, TX 76801 (325) 203-5174

MESSAGE THERAPY Recharge 2222 US-377, Brownwood, TX 76801 (325) 998-7033

MEDIA KTAB KRBC TV 4510 S. 14th St., Abilene, TX 79601

(325) 692-4242 www.bigcountryhomepage.com

KTXS(ABC) Television / KTXE (San Angelo) / NTXS(CW) / KTES(MeTV) 4420 N. Clack St., Abilene, TX 79601

(325) 677-2281 www.ktxs.com

KXVA-TV 4127 S. Danville, Abilene, TX 79605

(325) 600-4202 www.ethospet.com

(325) 672-5606 www.myfoxzone.com

Kohler Company

MEDICAL SPA

4601 Hwy 377 S, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-2661

Performance Pipe, Inc. 1400 Drisco Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-6561 www.performancepipe.com

Creative Image Laser Solutions 3661 Hwy. 377 South, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 641-1927 www.creativeimagelasersolutions.com

Timeless You

Move-Rite & Transport

Trees Forever Nursery, LLC

101-A Southpark Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

2301 Cottage St., Brownwood, TX 76801

3803 Hw. 377 South, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-1616 www.timelessyou.net

(888) 343-MOVE move-rite.com

MUSEUMS

Choice Medical Supply

Brown County Museum of History

(325) 641-9411

Hendrick Medical Supply

2371 Crockett Drive, Suite 101 Brownwood, Texas (325) 203-5130 www.hendrickmedicalsupply.com

MEETING FACILITIES Brownwood Coliseum 500 E. Baker, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-3586

Brownwood Inn & Suites

Sherwin Williams

(325) 646-8234

509-D West Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76804

(325) 646-7553 sherwinwilliams.com

NURSING HOMES

MEDICAL SUPPLIES 101-D South Park Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

PAINT

212 N. Broadway St., Brownwood, TX 76801

Bangs Nursing Home 1105 Fitzgerald, Bangs, TX 76823

(325) 643-1373 www.browncountyhistory.org/bcmoh.h.html

Brownwood Nursing and Rehabilitation

Martin & Frances Lehnis Railroad Museum

(325) 643-9555

700 E. Adams, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-6376 www.ci.brownwood.tx.us

MUSIC STORES Brownwood Music Company

PARTY RENTALS & SUPPLIES

(325) 752-6321 www.savaseniorhealthcare.com

Green Acres Rental

101 Miller Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

CARE Nursing & Rehabilitation 200 CR 616, Early, TX 76802

(325) 646-5521 www.carenursingcenter.com

1100 Riverside Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-7779 www.greenacresrental.com

Two Lazy S Bar Trailer & Beer Burro Rentals 200 N. Fisk, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 203-2622

Songbird Lodge 2500 Songbird Circle, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-4750

PEST CONTROL Andy’s Pest Troopers Inc. 1025 W. Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801

201 W. Baker, Brownwood, TX 76801

504 W. Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 641-8085

(325) 646-1365 www.brownwoodmusic.net

OFFICE EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES

Comfort Inn

Crazy Heart Sound and Lighting LLC

Adavantage Office Products

2436 CR 374, Dublin, TX 76446

220 Center Street, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 641-2345 www.youradvantageonline.com

(325) 647-5068 www.cryslerspestcontrol.com

NATURAL GAS & PROPANE

Kirbo’s Office Systems

Pest Control

204 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

(325) 641-3400 www.comfortinn.com

Hampton Inn 1103 Riverside Dr., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 641-1122 www.hamptoninn1.hilton.com

Heart of Texas Baptist Camp & Conference Center 8025 N. FM 2125, Brownwood, TX 76801

(210) 912-0914 www.brownwoodmusic.net

Bob’s Fuels, Inc. 1107 W. Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 784-5821 www.heartoftexcascamp.com

(325) 646-7571 www.mkgas.com

Texas 4-H Conference Center

Hill Gas, Inc.

5600 FM 3021, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 784-5482 www.texas4hcenter.tamu.edu

4650 HWY 183N, Early, TX 76802

(325) 646-6116 www.hillgas.com

NEWSPAPERS

MONUMENTS & ENGRAVING

Brownwood Bulletin

Sterling Monument Co.

(325) 646-2541 www.brownwoodtx.com

2701 S. Hwy 377, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 641-5701 www.sterlingmonument.com

MOVING & BOXES Leach Brothers Mfg. Co. & U-Haul 210 N. Main, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-9301

700 Carnegie St., Brownwood, TX 76801

NURSERIES Hardwicks Farmers Market 3242 Hwy. 183, Early, TX 76802

(325) 646-5415

Sliger’s Market

(325) 646-2571 www.andyspesttroopers.com

3005 Hwy 377 S., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-3383 www.kirbos.com

Print Solutions 211 West Baker Street, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-3446 www.GoToPrintSolutions.com

OFFICE SPACES Brownwood Enterprises, LLC 114 Center, Brownwood, TX 76801

Crysler’s Pest Control P.O. Box 743, Brownwood, TX 76804

Jackie’s Pest Control 1801 3rd St. Brownwood Texas 76801 325-646-4774

Quality Grass Guys 8027 CR 604, Brownwood, TX 76804

(325) 721-6248

PHARMACIES Best Med, Inc. 116 Southpark Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-9414

(325) 646-3494 www.brownwoodoffices.com

Doc’s Drugstore Brownwood

OPTOMETRISTS

(325) 643-3800 www.docsbrownwood.com

Comolli & Ethridge, Optometrists

3800 Hwy 377 S., Brownwood, TX 76801

1200 Austin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

Doc’s Drugstore of Early

Texas State Optical

(325) 646-2500 www.docsearly.com

(325) 643-5511

310 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

(325) 646-6625

1210 C.C. Woodson Road, Early, TX 76802

Jacobs Family Pharmacy 2701 Austin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-1100 www.jacobsfamilypharmacy.com

2909 Coggin Avenue, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 600-4281

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PHOTOGRAPHERS Samantha Rodriguez Photography Brownwood, TX 76804

(832) 435-2472

Scott Coers Photo and Video Brownwood, TX 76804

(325) 642-9039 http://www.scott.coers.com

PHYSICAL FITNESS Anytime Fitness 1101 Clements Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-1909 www.anytimesfitness.com

CrossFit Brownwood 213 West Baker Street, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 430-3454 www.crossfit-brownwood.com

PHYSICIANS & SURGEIONS Brownwood ENT & Allergy Kimi Dart DO 2502 Crocket Suite B, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-5695 www. BrownwoodENTandAllergy.com

Brownwood Family Care Tamara Cox MD 125 South Park Drive Suite D, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 641-2500 www. brmc-cares.com

Brownwood Medical Associates Drs Narendra & Ranjana Nigalye 2502 Crocket Suite A, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 649-0999 www.brownwoodmedicalassociates.com

Brownwood Orthopaedics 103 South Park Dr., Ste. B, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-8080

Brownwood Surgical Associates Stephen Scoggin MD 125 South Park Suite H, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-0400

Brownwood Women’s Clinic 98 South Park Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 641-2686 www.brownwoodwomensclinic.com

Family Medical Home Robert L. Hogue, M.D. 101-A South Park Dr., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-6568 www.familymedicalhome.us

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BRO WN CO UNTY LI V I N G

Heart of Texas Foot Care Center 103-A South Park Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-0715 www.heartoftexasfootcare.com

Heart of Texas Gastroenterology 100 South Park Dr., Brownwood, TX 76801

PORTABLE TOILETS

Mid Tex Human Resource Management Association

Pitts Stop Porta Pottys

3665 US Hwy 377 S, Brownwood, TX 76801

3060 CR 315, Early, TX 76802

(325) 643-4399

PRINTING

(325) 646-5600

ASAP Creative Arts

Heart of Texas General Surgery Eric Wiley MD

(325) 646-2727 www.ASAPcreativearts.com

125 South Park Drive, Suite E, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 641-2384 www.brmc-cares.com

Heart of Texas Orthopaedics-John Masterson, MD 105 Streckert Dr. Ste. B Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 641-2273

Heart of Texas Heart Associates Ernesto Rivera MD 125 South Park Dr. Ste. A Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 641-8648

Heart of Texas Internal Medicine D. Morales S Oines A Tindol MDs 109 South Park Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-3300 www.HeartOfTexasInternalMedicine.com

Hendrick Medical Plaza

2371 Crockett Drive Brownwood, Texas (325) 641-1140, www.hendrickmedicalclinic.com

220 N. Main Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

Moore Printing Company 407 Fisk Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-7181 www.mooreprintingco.com

PROFESSIONAL Brownwood Education Foundation 2707 Southside Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-5644 www.supportbisd.com

Brownwood Industrial Foundation 600 E. Depot Street, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-9535 www.brownwoodchamber.org

Brownwood Municipal Police Association 1050 W. Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-2525 www.brownwoodpd.org

Downtown Brownwood Inc. Brownwood, TX 76804

Texas Center For Oral & Facial Surgery

(325) 646-9535

201 River North Blvd., Stephenville, TX 76401

Heart of Texas Crime Stoppers

(254) 918-0159 www.texasoralfacial.com

Vital Care Family Practice 801 Early Blvd #200, Early, TX 76802

(325) 430-0060 www.vitalcaretexasfp.com

PLUMBING Black Plumbing, Inc.

Brownwood, TX 76804

(325) 646-1982 www.heartoftexascrimestoppers.com

Lake Brownwood Community Development Council Brownwood, TX 76801 (325) 642-5072

3503 2nd St, Brownwood, TX 76801

(817) 897-1782

Turner, Bob 40-CR 340, Voss, TX 76888

(325) 669-1717

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT HCD Graham Investments, LLC 1805 16th St., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 642-2044

RADIO KBWD/KOXE Brown County Broadcasting 300 Carnegie St., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-3505 www.koxe.com

KPSM/KBUB Christian radio 910 Main Street, Brownwood, TX 76801 (325) 646-5993

www.kpsm.net

KYOX 94.3 ‘’The Ox’’ 218 N. Austin, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-3090 www.kyoxfm.com

Prophecy Media Group 510 Early Blvd, Early, Texas 76802 (325) 430-0338

Wendlee Broadcasting, KXYL-AM/FM, KQBZ-FM, KSTA-AM 600 Fisk St., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-3535 www.wendleebroadcasting.com

REALTORS & REAL ESTATE AGENTS

TSTC Foundation

Ann Jones Real Estate

650 E. Highway 80, Abilene, TX 79601

(325) 738-3349 www.tstc.edu/westtexasabout/ foundation

McMillian Plumbing 2514 Waco, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-6102

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Roberts & Petty

Condor Document Services

2709 Stephen F. Austin, Brownwood, TX 76801

2104 11th St., Marble Falls, TX 78654

(325) 646-6452

Swan Engineering, LLC

www.brownwoodlake.com

1512 Coggin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-5215 www.blackplumbing.com

(325) 643-1238

(830) 637-7204 www.condordocs.com

600 Fisk Ave., Ste 122, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-1500 www.annjonesrealestate.com

Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Moseley Real Estate 1001 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

(325) 646-4186 www.moseley-realestate.com

Coldwell Banker, Mark Campbell & Associates 1900 Austin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-1547 www.brownwoodrealestate.com

Donnie Stegemoller Realtors 2700 Hwy 377 S. Suite 101, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-5656 www.wehavethekey.com

Heartland Association of REALTORS 503 E. Anderson, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 200-2862 www.heartlandaor.com

Julie Gribble Town & Country Real Estate 3500 Hwy. 279, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-7979

Keller Williams Realty - The Followwell Property Group 114 Center Ave., Suite 206, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 704-0068

Kimon & Rene’ Faubion, LAND AND RANCH TEAM, Coldwell Banker Mark Campbell & Asso 1900 Austin Avenue, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 998-0227 www.landandranchteam.com

McCluskey & Associates Real Estate 1515 Austin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-3200 www.brownwoodproperties.com

Nesa Morelock, Realtor

RECYCLING CENTERS

La Botana Mexican Grill

Brownwood Iron & Metal

108 Early Blvd. , Early, TX 76802

1500 Melwood, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-7058

Keep Brownwood Beautiful 1111 Willis St., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 641-0533 www.keepbrownwoodbeautiful.org

RENTAL EQUIPMENT Roberson Rent-All 3102 Morris Sheppard Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-7732 www.robersonrentall.net

RENTAL PROPERTY Indian Creek Townhomes 2131 Indian Creek, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 330-4968 www.indiancreek.rentals

RESTAURANTS Chick-fil-a Brownwood 500 E. Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801

1900 Austin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 510-3302 www.chick-fil-a.com

Rod Martin Group

CiCi’s Pizza

(325) 642-4932

820 Spillway, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 430-8727 www.rodmartingroup.com

Texas Goldstar Real Estate 2222 S. Hwy 377 Suite. 1, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-4781 www.goldstar-realestate.com

Texas Realty ‘’Where the Star Shines Bright’’ 8603 N. Hwy 279, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 784-5100 www.texasrealtybrownwood.com

The Wells Team Keller Williams Realty 807 Center Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 203-5278 www.wellsteam.com

Tootie Kelly Real Estate 7551 Highway 279, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 784-5270 www.tootiekellyrealestate.com

Twiford, Gary, Realtor 1900 Austin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 642-1179 www.RealEstateByGaryTwiford.com

1107 Clements St., Brownwood, TX 76801

Triple T Grill 1411 Indian Creek Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-8619

(325) 643-5294

Lemons’ Bar-B-Q Restaurant & Catering

Tr3s Leches Bakery

3202 Coggin, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 200-1205

201 E. Baker St. Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-9655 www.lemonsbarbq.com

Underwood’s Cafeteria 404 W. Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801

McDonald’s 204 E. Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-1776 www.underwoodsbbq.com

(325) 641-1408 www.mcdonalds.com

RETAIL

Ricardo’s Restaurant & Tortilla Bakery

Dazzling Divas

904 Booker St., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-3333

(325) 643-2564 www.shopdazzlingboutique.com

Runaway Train Café

Intermission Bookstore

3600 Stephen F. Austin, Brownwood, TX 76801

1601 Coggin Ave., Suite C, Brownwood, TX 76801

203 Center Ave, Brownwood, Texas 76801

(325) 203-5239

(325) 646-3333 www.runawaytraincafe.com

The Hen House 207 Fisk, Brownwood, TX 76801

Schlotzsky’s Deli

(325) 646-2620

919 Fisk Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-6661

That Crane Store 504 Center Avenue, Brownwood, Texas 76801

Skillet’s Restaurant 500 E. Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 998-9682

(325) 643-4185

RETIREMENT LIVING

Sonic Drive In 211 W. Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-6812

Brownwood Retirement Village 318 Bluff view Dr., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 641-1123 integrapeak.com

Sonic Drive-In Brownwood #2

(325) 646-3700 www.cicispizza.com

1500 Austin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-5510

CARE Nursing & Rehabilitation

Cotton Patch

Studebaker’s Cafe & Grill

Cotton Patch 406 E. Commerce Brownwood, Texas 76801

(325) 646-5521 www.carenursingcenter.com

325-643-8090 www.studebakerscafe.com

ROOFING CONTRACTORS

Taco Bell

Clear Fork Roofing, Inc.

Dairy Queen 1620 Austin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-6132

Diamond R Store & Café 11801 Hwy. 84E, Zephyr, TX 76890

(325) 739-2068

Domino’s Pizza 1012-B Coggin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

200 CR 616, Early, TX 76802

409 E. Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801

547 W. Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801

3080 E US Hwy 80, Abilene, TX 79601-6423

(325) 643-1466

(325) 646-4090 www.clearforkroofing.com

Tacos El Compa

Lydick-Hooks Roofing Co., Inc.

528 W. Commerce Brownwood, TX 76804

2001 S. Fisk, Brownwood, TX 76804

(325) 203-5202

(325) 646-9581 www.lydickhooksbrownwood.com

Taco Casa

RV PARKS

207 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

(325) 643-3112 www.dominos.com

(325) 646-7810 www.tacocasatexas.com

Harlowe RV Park

Humphrey Pete’s

Thai Chop Kitchen

(325) 646-5589 www.harlowesrv.com

102 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

(325) 646-8576 www.humphreypetes.com

420 N. Main Ave. Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 203-5318

615 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

Riverside Park RV 320 Riverside Park Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 642-5033 www.riversideparkrv.com H O MET O W N L I V I NG A T I TS B EST

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RV TRAVEL TRAILERS

SEWING & QUILTING

Boys & Girls Club of Brown County

Quilter’s Hide Out

1701 Ave. L, Brownwood, TX 76801

Kanar RV Sales

413 Garmon Drive, Early, TX 76802

1526 Early Blvd., Early, Texas 76802

(325) 641-8800 www.kanarrvsales.com

(325) 643-2800

SALON

SHIPPING & MAIL SERVICES

Nathana’s Tanning & Hair Studio

Box-N-Mail

106 S. Broadway Brownwood, Texas 76801 325-641-2145

(325) 643-1037 www.neighborhoodpostal.com

SANITATION

Waste Connections

200 FM 45 W., Brownwood, TX 76801

(940) 654-9619 www.wasteconnections.com

SCREEN PRINTING & EMBROIDERY RKT’s Creations 10823 Hwy 279, Brownwood, TX 76801

901 Fisk, Brownwood, TX 76801

SIGNS AND BANNERS ASAP Creative Arts 220 N Main Ave, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-2727 www.ASAPcreativearts.com

Clark Signs & Service, LLC dba Sign Doctor 6551 CR 180, Bangs, TX 76823

(361) 597-0310

(325) 400-8400

Willie’s T’s

Willie’s T’s

(325) 643-2128 www.gotowillies.com

909 Pecan Street, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-2128 www.gotowillies.com

909 Pecan Street, Brownwood, TX 76801

SKIN CARE

(325) 641-CLUB www.bgcbrownwood.org

Brown County Republican Women

Brown County United Way

Cen-Tex Soccer Association

P.O. Box 1026, Brownwood, TX 76804

(325) 643-5084

Brownwood CR Council to Benefit TJJD Youth

CASA in the Heart of Texas, Inc.

(325) 642-4307 www. buckmasters.com/Resources/BADF

(325) 641-4240

901 Ave. B, Brownwood, TX 76801 (325) 643-2557 www.casabrownwood.org

Center For Life Resources

408 Mulberry, Brownwood, TX 76801 (325) 646-9574 www.cflr.us

Central Texas Clubhouse Initiative PO Box 2331, Brownwood, TX 76804

(325) 998-8725 www.centraltxclubhouse.com

Central Texas Pregnancy Care Center

2200 Austin Avenue, Brownwood, TX 76801 (325) 646-5433 pccbrownwood.com

Good Samaritan Ministries

Brown County Fair Association

(325) 203-3239 www.marykay.com/leannzondag

Goodwill Brownwood

Rodan + Fields, Debbie Bacon

(325) 643-9896 www.goodwillwesttexas.org

4206 Hwy 377 S., Brownwood, TX 76801

Brownwood Jaycees P.O. Box 969, Brownwood, TX 76804

(325) 433-2729 baconminuswrinkles.myrandf.com

(325) 998-7340

SMALL ENGINE REPAIR

Central Texas Clubhouse Initiative

Da Shop

PO Box 2331, Brownwood, TX 76804

(325) 998-8725 www.centraltxclubhouse.com

Kiwanis Club of Brownwood 5875 CR 225, Brownwood, Texas 76801

(325) 998-0555

Rotary Club of Brownwood

1005 W. Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 998-4136

Longoria’s Repair All 1507 Austin Avenue, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 203-4777

SOCIAL SERVICES

P.O. Box 701 Brownwood, TX 76804 www.brownwoodrotary.org

Aldersgate Enrichment Center

VFW Post 3278 and Auxiliary

(325) 646-5608 www.aldersgatecenter.org

2300 Stephen F. Austin, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-8113 www.vfwpost3278.org

5001 Hwy 183/84 E, Early, TX 76802

Arrow Child & Family Ministries 1 Center Ave., Suite 200, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-4141 www.arrow.org

305 Clark St., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-2273 www.goodsambwd.org

829 W. Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801

Heart of Texas Children’s Advocacy Center 1305 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

(325) 646-7148

Salvation Army Bwd Service Center

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245 CR 15, Bangs, TX 76823

Republican Party of Brown County 110 N. Fisk, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-3198 wwwbrowncountytexasrepublicanparty.com

SPORTS & RECREATION Hoffpauir Outdoor Superstore Goldthwaite 2114 Highway 84W,Goldthwaite, TX 76844

(325) 648-3341 www.hautogroup.com

Johnson’s Gun Works, LLC 2110 Hwy 84, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 998-2444 www.johnsonsgunworks.com

Rex’s Texas Lanes 1101 Austin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-0637

Xtreme Jump Trampoline Park 300 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

(325) 646-5867 www.xtremejumpparks.com/early/

STORAGE BUILDINGS & FACILITIES Stewart Street Storage

403 Lakeway Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

1800 Stewart Street, Brownwood, TX 76801

The ARK Domestic Violence Shelter

Texas Best Buildings

(325) 646-5369 www.salvationarmytexas.org 2900 Coggin Ave., Suite A, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-2699 www.arkshelter.org

TrueCore Behavioral Solutions, LLC 800 FM 3254, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-5383 www.truecorebehavorial.com

West Central Texas Council of Governments 3702 Loop 322, Abilene, TX 79602

(325) 793-8417

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2211 Crockett Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-8230 www.centexsoccer.org

Heart of Texas Buckmasters Am. Deer Foundation

Mary Kay Cosmetics, Leann Zondag

(325) 646-6365 www.browncountyfairandrodeo.com

(325) 200-2162

600 FM 3254, Brownwood, TX 76801

SERVICE & CIVIC CLUBS

3007 Hwy. 377 South, Brownwood, TX 76801

SPORTING & POLITICAL

(325) 217-8236 www.stewartstreetstorage.com 503 Early Blvd, Early, Texas 76802

(325) 244-0500

SURFACE BLASTING McHan Mobile Blasting Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 800-9177 www.mchanmobileblasting.com

TECHNOLOGY Nehring Technology 1390 N. Harbin Dr. Stephenville, Texas 76401

Conterra Networks

TV - CABLE & SATELLITE SYSTEMS Harris Broadband L.P.

T Double C Catering Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 998-3219

The Hideout Golf Club & Resort 185 Hideout Lane, Brownwood, TX 76801

119 Tyler St Suite 200, Tyler, TX 75601

500 Fisk Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-9493 www.harrisbb.com

(325) 784-4653 www.thehideoutgolfclub.com

The Homestead at Clark Ranch

TITLE COMPANIES

Shaw T.V., Sales & Service

(903) 212-2506 www.conterra.com

Brown County Abstract Co. 201 S. Broadway, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-6591 www.bcacinc.com

Pecan Valley Title Co. 208 E. Anderson, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-6666 www.pecanvalleytitle.com

TRAILERS Early Trailer Sales, LLC 901 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

(325) 646-2022 www.earlytrailersales.com

TRANSPORTATION City And Rural Rides (CARR) P.O. Box 712, Coleman, TX 76834

(325) 625-4491 www.cityandruralrides.com

1621 Austin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-8183

UNIFORMS AmeriPride - Linen & Uniform Services 4747 N. Chadbourne, San Angelo, TX 76903

ATMOS Energy

Cadenhead Veterinary Clinic

105 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

4304 Danhill Drive, Brownwood, TX 76801

(888) 286-6700 www.atmosenergy.com

Comanche Electric Cooperative 1801 CR 338, Early, TX 76802

(800) 915-2533 www.ceca.coop

Oncor 802 Fisk St., Brownwood, TX 76801

104 Spinks Rd, Abilene, TX 79603

3 Springs Ranch 8222 CR 261, Zephyr, Texas 76890

(325) 676-1199 www.vipsportsgetaway.com

(325) 642-2727 www.3springsranch.com

JW Shuttles

Bluebonnet Barn

Texas Forts Trail 3702 Loop 322, Abilene, TX 79602

(325) 795-1762 www.texasfortstrail.com

(325) 646-0514 www.aapetclinic.com

(325) 643-1523

VENUES

TRAVEL

2705 Austin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

UTILITIES

Safe Charters/VIP Sports Getaway

(325) 330-3422 http://jwshuttles.com

Austin Avenue Pet Clinic

Brown County Animal Clinic

(888) 313-4747 www.oncor.com

9210 Hwy 36, Comanche, TX 76442

VETERINARIANS

(432) 288-1936

Mr. Taxi

(325) 646-1111

4600 FM 2126 Brownwood, Texas 76801 214-533-2418

12601 County Road 291, Zephyr, Texas

(325) 203-3980

Crouch Ranch 7500 FM 1467, Blanket, TX 76431

(325) 200-2628

J-R’s Social Club 5995 Hwy. 67/84 W., Brownwood, Texas 76804

(325) 998-3710

Stagecoach Station Venues 400 Old Comanche Rd, Early, TX 76802

(325) 200-8198 www.stagecoachstationvenues.com

3807 South Hwy 377, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-8775

Cornerstone Pet Hospital 2406 Coggin Ave., Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-2020 www.cornerstonepethospital.com

Small Animal Medical & Surgical Center 1001-A North Fisk, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 643-2275

WEBSITE DESIGN Spec Ops Computing 114 Early Blvd, Early, TX 76802

(325) 430-4991 www.specopscomputing.com

WHOLESALERS Grooms Seed 3420 CR 180, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 646-5562

WINERY Pioneer Tap House 1803 12th St., Brownwood, Texas 76801

(325) 203-3083 facebook.com/pioneertaphouse

Spirit of Texas Winery 6037 County Road 291, Early, Texas 76802

(325) 455-3232 www.sotwines.com

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EARLY

VISITORS GUIDE

DELIVERY SERVICE Order2Go Delivery

Call or text 800-409-3163 https://order2godelivery.appv.biz/

800-710-2277 www.cityandruralrides.com

Taco Casa

1031 Early Blvd, Early, TX 76802

EVENT PLANNING & SERVICES Double H Mercantile

Early Visitor & Event Center

(325) 643-HHHH

(325) 649-9300 www.visitearlytexas.com

504 Early Blvd, Early, TX 76802

Early Blooms & Boutique (325) 641-1803

104 E Industrial Dr., Early, TX 76802

(325) 649-9300

419 Garmon (84E/183S) Early, TX 76801

Stagecoach Station Venues 400 Old Comanche Rd, Early, TX 76802

974 Early Blvd, Early, TX 76802

(325) 643-3434

207 Early Blvd, Early, TX 76802

325-646-7810

Taco Rico

419 Early Blvd, Early, TX 76802

(325) 643-3079

Taquito Millonario

1020 Early Blvd, Early, TX 76802

(325) 646-4442

Starbucks

K LeShae’s Florist & Gift Boutique

(325) 203-8198 stagecoachstationvenues.com

117 Early Blvd, Early, TX 76802

(325) 643-1743 www.kleshaesflorist.com

Travelers Banquet Hall

RV PARKS

Visit Early Texas

(325) 642-7239 www.travelers-n.com

Brothers RV Park

(325) 649-9300 www.visitearlytexas.com

RESTAURANTS

Early CC RV

GOVERNMENT & CITY OFFICES

Burger King

(325) 203-3780

City of Early

(325) 430-0200

Early City Park

Chicken Express

(325) 643-5451 www.earlytx.net

119 Early Blvd, Early, TX 76802

419 Garmon Dr., Early, TX 76802

960 Early Blvd, Early, TX 76802

(325) 643-5451 www.earlytx.net

Early Municipal Development District 960 Early Blvd, Early, TX 76802

(325) 643-5451 www.earlytx.net

1511 Early Blvd, Early, TX 76802

424 Early Blvd Early, TX 76802

221 Early Blvd, Early, TX 76802

(325) 643-3100 www.chickene.com

(325) 450-4164

Opening 2021

5115 HWY 67/377 E, Early, TX

199 Trailer Dr. Early, TX 76802

G Country RV Park

3025 US 183 Early, TX 76802

Doc’s Café

(325) 646-5589

(325) 646-2500 www.docsearly.com

Harlowe RV Park

1210 CC Woodson Rd, Early, TX 76802

615 Early Blvd, Early, TX 76802

HOTEL & MOTEL

Early Donuts

(325) 646-5589 www.harlowesrv.com

Avalon Motel

(325) 641-8777

J’s RV

Heff ’s Burger

(325) 203-3780

618 Early Blvd Early, TX 76802

(325) 643-4551

948 Early Blvd Early, TX 76802

215 Early Blvd, Early, TX 76802

Classic Inn Motel

(325) 641-0215 www.heffsburgers.com

(325) 643-3567

Humphrey Pete’s

607 Early Blvd Early, TX, 76802

Comfort Inn

204 Early Blvd, Early, TX 76802

(325) 641-3400 www.comfortinn.com

Executive Inn

1204 CC Woodson Dr. Early, TX 76802

(325) 643-5611

Holiday Inn Express

128 Early Blvd. Early, TX 76802

(325) 641-1014 www.holidayinn.com

Knights Inn

606 Early Blvd, Early, TX 76802

(325) 643-5621 www.wyndhamhotels.com/knights-inn

Royal Inn

807 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

(325) 646-5525

MEETING & VENUE FACILITIES Aldersgate Enrichment Center 5001 US 84, Early, TX 76802

(325) 646-5608 www.aldersgatecenter.org

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Sonic Drive-In of Early

Early Business Complex

99 West St Early, TX 76801

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102 Early Blvd, Early, TX 76802

1511 Early Blvd Early, TX 76802

Quite Country RV Park 7120 US 183, Early, TX 76802

(817) 269-6769

(325) 643-6421 www.huphreyepetes.com

SPORTS & RECREATION

Jerry’s Burgers and Shakes

300 Early Blvd Early, TX 76802

1016 Early Blvd, Early, TX 76802

(325) 643-6140

Krispy Krunchy Chicken 915 Early Blvd, Early, TX 76802

(325) 641-3453

La Botana Mexican Grill & Bar 108 Early Blvd, Early, TX 79802

(325) 646-5294

Extreme Jump (325) 646-5867

Regal Heartland Stadium 8 300 Early Blvd, Early, TX 76802

(844) 462-7342

Seal Gym Driving Range 3315 HWY 183 N, Early, TX 76802

(325) 643-6498

La Sabrosita Taqueria

VISITOR CENTER

(325) 430-4309

Early Visitor & Event Center

Pizza Inn

(325) 649-9300 www.visitearlytexas.com

611 Early Blvd, Early, TX 76802

915 Early Blvd, Early, TX 76802

(325) 646-0801 www.pizzainn.com/early-tx

Prima Pasta

210 Early Blvd, Early, TX 76802

(325) 641-8070

419 Garmon (84E/183S) Early, TX 76801

WINERY Spirit of Texas Winery 6005 HWY 84E, Early, TX 76802

(325) 455-3232 www.SOTWINES.com

BROWN COUNTY

IMPORTANT NUMBERS

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BROWNWOOD: (325) 646-9535 EARLY: (325) 649-9317

CITY HALL BROWNWOOD: (325) 646-5775

Abilene Better Business Bureau (325) 691-1533 America’s Small Business Development Center (325) 646-7299 Brown County Appraisal District (325) 643-5676

EARLY: (325) 643-5451

Brown County Clerk (325) 643-2594

FIRE DEPARTMENT

Brown County Commissioners (325) 643-1985

BROWNWOOD: (325) 646-6743 EARLY: (325) 643-5451

Brown County Elections Office (325) 646-4333

POLICE DEPARTMENT

Brown County Sheriff’s Office (325) 646-5510

BROWNWOOD: (325) 646-2525 EARLY: (325) 646-5322

Brown County Tax Assessor Collector (325) 643-1646

***FOR AN EMERGENCY CALL 911***

Driver’s License Office (325) 646-0180

POST OFFICE

Recycling Center (325) 641-8832

BROWNWOOD: (325) 646-0656 EARLY: (325) 646-3530

Landfill (325) 646-6574

MUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT

Representative Glenn Rogers (940) 327-0153

BROWNWOOD: (325) 646-9600 EARLY: (325) 643-5451

VISITOR CENTER EARLY: (325) 649-9300

Senator Dawn Buckingham (512) 463-0124 Senior Citizens Center (325) 646-0559 Texas Workforce Solutions (325) 646-1591

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

JANUARY

MAY

SEPTEMBER

Brown County Youth Fair

Gordon Wood Hall of Champions Banquet Buckmasters Banquet Bluebonnet Jr. Golf Championship Lake Brownwood State Park Open House Cinco de Mayo Celebration

Business Expo & Taste of Brownwood Southwest Amputee Golf Association Championship Tournament

FEBRUARY HPU Intercollegiate Golf Tournament The Ark-Mystery Dinner

MARCH Empty Bowls Lone Star Expo Bluebonnet Relays Silver Spur Gun and Blade Show Community Yard Sale at Stagecoach Station Venues Professional Women’s Summit

APRIL Brownwood Bass Club Annual Open Tournament Stagecoach Market Days Ducks Unlimited Banquet Easter Eggstravaganza Breakfast with the Easter Bunny

JUNE FCA All-Star Games Heartland Rod Run Juneteenth Celebration Brown County Rodeo & Market Days Spring Swing Golf Tournament Grease

JULY Wild Duck Maria Fireworks Show & Boat Parade Mamma Mia Beauty and the Beast Jr

AUGUST 3rd Annual Redneck Skeet Shooting Beauty and the Beast Jr Jungle Book Kids

OCTOBER Shooting for a Cause Trick or Treat Trail Corks & Caps The Haunted Trail @ Stagecoach Stations Venues APT Stars of Tomorrow Tour Move in the Park – McDonald Park Rumors Young Leaders Fall Movie Night

NOVEMBER Silver Spur Gun and Blade Show HPU Homecoming Veterans Appreciation Ceremony & Lunch Hunter’s Appreciation

DECEMBER Christmas Story Christmas Parade Stagecoach Christmas Christmas Under the Stars Festival Christmas Vendor Showcase Sipping Under the Stars

Scheduled performances are throughout the year with the Lyric Performing Arts Company.

For Brownwood Lyric Theatre Productions visit www.brownwoodlyrictheatre.com *Events and dates are subject to change.

FOR CALENDAR EVENTS AND UPDATES, PLEASE VISIT

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RECYCLE INFORMATION

FREE COUNTY-WIDE RESIDENTIAL CLEAN UP AND ELECTRONIC COLLECTION APRIL 2021 CLEAN IT LIKE YOU MEAN IT! FREE COUNTY WIDE CLEAN UP

WHAT:

Getting rid of unwanted items from your HOME

WHEN: April 2021 from 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM WHERE:

Under the Austin Avenue Overpass Ave.

A & Brady Cars, Vans, and Pickups only. Trailers must go to landfill where there will be no charge. More information to come.

By law, loads must be covered. (Residential ONLY)

BROWNWOOD IN-TOWN RECYCLING

1st and 3rd Saturday of each month 9am-12pm Under the Austin Ave. Overpass at Brady Ave.

EARLY IN-TOWN RECYCLING

ACCEPTABLE CLEAN UP ITEMS: Brush, yard debris, household garbage, latex & spray paint (limit 10 gallons), metal, refrigerators (must be free of food), stoves, ovens, a/c units, anti-freeze, car batteries, passenger car tires (max 8 per household, no tires accepted from tire dealers or tire resellers. 20 inches or less. No tractor or 18 wheeler tires!), used motor oil (limit 5 gallons), recycling will be collected at the Community Plaza across the street from underpass.(NO HAZARDOUS WASTE!!!) **NEW SERVICE…DOCUMENT SHREDDING (3 boxes maximum)*

ELECTRONIC ITEMS: Computers, monitors, printers, copy machines, fax machines, scanners, cameras, batteries VCR/VCD/DVD players, MP3players. If it has an electrical cord, we’ll probably take it.

2nd Saturday of each month from 8am-12pm at City Hall, 960 Early Blvd.

ITEMS ACCEPTED: • • • • • • • • •

Newspapers Magazines Plastic-#1 only (eg water bottles, soft drink bottles) Aluminum Cans – no food containers Metal Food Cans – clean only White office paper (no junk mail) Bagged shredded white paper Cardboard Please remove lids

ALL ITEMS MUST BE CLEAN! Partnership of Keep Brownwood Beautiful and the City of Brownwood and the City of Early Beautification Commission.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 641-0533 OR 641-8832 H O MET O W N L I VI NG A T I TS B EST

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> CAMP BOWIE FAMILY

AQUATIC CENTER The Camp Bowie Family Aquatic Center is one of the area’s most popular attractions. Open during the summer months, key features of the Camp Bowie Family Aquatic Center includes a slide tower with slide, water geysers, a tot slide, coolbrellas, a pavilion, 4 lap lanes, a diving board, zero entry beach, a current channel, and much more. There is also a concession stand with light snacks, bath house, and small lockers available for rent. The new facility is located directly across the street from Gordon Wood Stadium.

> CREEK BEND GOLF COURSE Creekbend Golf Course (previously known as Shady Creek) is a tough, tree-lined course with its namesake creek running through the layout. In fact, water comes into play on six holes. The signature hole is the par 3 No. 7, which features an island green.

TO FIND OUR MORE ABOUT THE COMMUNITIES OF BROWNWOOD AND EARLY, VISIT US AT

WWW.VISITBROWNWOOD.COM WWW.VISITEARLYTEXAS.COM

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OUTDOOR PARKS & REC

> THE HIDEOUT GOLF CLUB The Hideout Golf Club is located on Lake Brownwood situated on rolling terrain, dotted with numerous lakes and ponds. The golf course, designed

by Bill Johnston, opened all 18 holes July 2008. The Hideout features many well placed bunkers and water features to provide a challenging yet relaxing round of golf. Our four sets of tees accommodate golfers of each skill level. These 18 holes of Championship Golf, while still premature in age is widely considered amongst the area’s best layouts. The practice facility is one of the most all-inclusive in the area. The driving range includes four target greens with varying distances. Included in the practice facility, a 5,000 square foot putting green will boost one’s short game to perfection.

> BROWNWOOD COUNTRY CLUB Brownwood Country Club is a private club offering numerous opportunities for a great day at the club with family and friends. Some of the activities include Golf, Swimming, Fishing, Lake, and Racquetball Court.

If you’re looking for a place where you can slow down, and do the things you love to do, not the things you have to do, then come see us. You won’t get stuck in traffic, and you’ll see the stars at night. Folks will wave for no reason, so brace yourself for pure Texas hospitality and the option to relax and do nothing!

NATURE PARKS > Camp Bowie 36th Division Memorial Park > Center Park > Fabis Primitive Park

• Paddle Trail > Riverside Park

• 46.43 acres adjacent to the Pecan Bayou on E. Commerce.

• Large playground area, Picnic Tables, BBQ Pits, Restroom Facilities • Disc Golf • Sand Volleyball Court • Boat Ramp • Nature Trail • Pavilion • RV hookups • One mile by 8 foot wide concrete Walking Trail

> Coggin Park

• 15.15 acres on Austin Avenue.

• Large Playground area, picnic tables, BBQ pits, water fountains • Five lighted Tennis Courts • Four Baseball/Softball Practice Fields • Two Soccer Fields • Full-size Basketball Court • Sand Volleyball pit • Horseshoe & Washer pits • Pavilions • Pecan Orchard • Walking trail • Exercise stations > Festival Park > Mays Park

• Skate Park • Splash Pad > Earl Q. Wilson Arena/ Brown County Fair Grounds

RECREATION PARKS

> Gordon Wood Stadium

> Allcorn Park

> Longhorn Stadium > Trigg Park

• Splash Pad > Cecil Holman Park > Camp Bowie Soccer Complex

• • • • •

9 fields U4, U5, & U6 5 fields U8 4 fields U10 4 fields U12 2 concession stands & Picnic areas

• Splash Pad >Bert V. Massey II Sports Complex

• opened in 2010 • 4 Little League fields with covered playground, picnic area, & concession stand • 4 Softball fields, with covered playground, picnic area, & concession stand

• 2 adult Softball fields, with covered playground, picnic area, & concession stand • 2 teenage Baseball fields, with covered playground, picnic area, &concession stand > Early City Park

• • • • • • • • • • •

23 acres Large playground Picnic Areas 6 Regulations Size Baseball/Softball fields Concession Stand BBQ Pits Pavilions 5 RV Sites Horseshoe & Washer Pits Public Restrooms Batting Cages

> McDonald Park

• 6 Acres • Lighted Walking Track with Commemorative Benches • Sand Volleyball Pit • Multi Use Sport Field • Picnic Area • BBQ Pit • Public Restrooms • Concession Stand • Early Mural • Gaga Pit • Basketball Court • Sound Garden H O MET O W N L I V I NG A T ITS B EST

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