February 2025

Betty Martin receives Bettie Award at the Major General Buster Humfeld Awards

The Brownwood Lyric Theatre recognized Betty Martin as the recipient of the esteemed Bettie Award at the Major General Buster Humfeld Awards ceremony, held on January 25 at the historic Lyric Theatre in Downtown Brownwood. Named in honor of Bettie Girling, a passionate advocate for the performing arts and a foundational contributor to the Lyric Theatre, this award celebrates individuals whose lasting impact has helped shape the artistic and cultural landscape of Brownwood and beyond.

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2025 People’s and Student’s Choice Awards Voted by Stars Exhibit Visitors

Visitors to the 2025 Stars of Texas Juried Art Exhibit have voted in a two-way tie for the prestigious People’s Choice Award. The winners, Evening in Riverside Park 'The Big Tree by Linda Hall Eggleston and Live Life in Full Bloom by Jimmie Hudson, received equal acclaim for their remarkable artistry. Meanwhile, Lil' Swimmers by Anthony Conner was selected by students to receive the 2025 Student’s Choice Award.

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