On April 19, 1976, a violent tornado carved a 10.5-mile path through Brown County, Texas, striking northwest of Brownwood during evening hours. The tornado reached a quarter-mile width and destroyed everything in its path—mesquite trees were shredded, homes were swept to their foundations, and six aircraft at Brownwood Airport were obliterated. At the A.I. Fabis pecan farm, two teenagers caught in the open were hurled 1,000 yards through the air but survived with serious injuries, while farm own

This little town in the Hill Country is the place to be! Visit Brownwood, Texas is full of family-owned and small businesses that contribute to the magic you’ll find here. Whether you’re planning a day trip or a weekend getaway, My Culinary Adventures and I found so many amazing things to do including: 🚂 Learn about the railroad and ride a mini train @lehnisrrmuseum 🛶 Float the westernmost bayou in the country near Lehnis Railroad Museum & Visitor Center 🥤 Enjoy a milkshake inside a train car

The Texas brown tarantula (Aphonopelma hentzi) is a native species found across Texas and the southern United States. It inhabits grasslands and deserts, where is constructs burrows. Primarily nocturnal, it preys on insects and other small invertebrates. Though large and often misunderstood, thier bite is not medically significant to humans. 🦇 Alec King, Hill Country Program Director | Texas Land Conservancy

Behind every Wisconsin community is a story worth telling. This week on #UniquelyWisconsin, we visit Brown County to meet Steven Stary, a history teacher and direct descendant of Civil War hero Denis J. F. Murphy. Together, they honor the legacy of Wisconsin veterans — past and present — and the stories that continue to inspire future generations. Watch now: https://youtu.be/UcGMSu0K_Cs WCA, Brown County | Discover Wisconsin