Talk of the Town April 27 – May 2, 2026

by Eric

Catch up on today’s Talk of the Town as we take a look at everything happening across Brownfield and Terry County. From upcoming community events and local happenings to highlights you won’t want to miss, we’ve got you covered.

We also dive into the National Day Calendar, spotlighting some fun and unique celebrations, and take a step back in time with β€œThis Day in History,” sharing notable moments that shaped our world.

πŸ‘‰ Stay informed, stay connected, and stay local with TownTalk!

Watch and Listen Here:

MONDAY, APRIL 27th

  • Early Voting for Municipal Elections continues 8:00 am – 5:00 pm @ Terry County Elections Office, 507-A W. Main.
  • Terry County Commissioners Court @ 9:00 am
  • Arnold Community Educational Services (ACES): Computer Class: Learn Word and Excel basics @ 7:00 pm

TUESDAY, APRIL 28th

  • Last day of Early Voting for Municipal Elections continues 8:00 am – 5:00 pm @ Terry County Elections Office, 507-A W. Main.
  • TownTalk Show @ 9:30 am, guest, Brownfield FFA Vet Tech Team
  • Wellman-Union FFA Banquet @ 6:30 pm

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29th

  • PAC Show @ 9:30 am
  • Kendrick Memorial Library: Story Time with Sadie @ 10:00 am, Pre-K aged kids.

THURSDAY, APRIL 30th

  • TownTalk Show @ 9:30 am, guest, Ron Moon with Moon Ministries
  • Brownfield Lady Cub Softball vs Bushland, Area Playoff Game 1 in Plainview; 5:00 pm first pitch.

FRIDAY, MAY 1st

  • Sports Beat Show @ 9:30 am
  • Brownfield Chamber hosts Ribbon Cutting for Next Door Rentals Welding Shop @ 611 Seagraves Rd, Brownfield @ 11:00 am.
  • Brownfield Lady Cub Softball vs Bushland, Area Playoff Game 2 in Plainview; 5:00 pm first pitch. Game 3, if needed, will be 30 minutes after Game 2.
  • Brownfield Cub Baseball vs Presidio @ Monahans Game 1, Bi-District. First pitch 5:00 pm

SATURDAY, MAY 2nd

  • Election Day for Municipal Elections: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm. Check below to see voting precincts.
  • Our Promise Youth Academy (OPYA) is hosting a Touch-A-Truck Event from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm @ 1401 Tahoka Road, Brownfield (United Supermarket Parking Lot)
  • Brownfield Cub Baseball vs Presidio @ Monahans Game 2, Bi-District. First pitch 12:00 pm, Game 3 if needed, 30 minutes after Game 2.

National Days & This Day in History

Monday, April 27

πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ National Days

  • National Tell a Story Day
  • National Prime Rib Day
  • National Babe Ruth Day

πŸ“œ This Day in History

  • 1521 – Ferdinand Magellan is killed in the Philippines
  • 1865 – Steamboat Sultana explodes on the Mississippi River, killing over 1,800
  • 1945 – Benito Mussolini is captured by Italian partisans

Tuesday, April 28

πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ National Days

  • National Superhero Day
  • National Blueberry Pie Day
  • National Workers’ Memorial Day

πŸ“œ This Day in History

  • 1789 – Mutiny on the HMS Bounty
  • 1945 – Benito Mussolini executed
  • 1967 – Muhammad Ali refuses military induction

Wednesday, April 29

πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ National Days

  • International Dance Day
  • National Shrimp Scampi Day
  • National Zipper Day

πŸ“œ This Day in History

  • 1429 – Joan of Arc leads French forces to victory at OrlΓ©ans
  • 1975 – Fall of Saigon begins during the end of the Vietnam War
  • 2011 – Wedding of Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales

Thursday, April 30

πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ National Days

  • National Honesty Day
  • National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day
  • International Jazz Day

πŸ“œ This Day in History

  • 1789 – George Washington was inaugurated as the first U.S. President
  • 1945 – Adolf Hitler dies in Berlin
  • 1975 – Fall of Saigon; Vietnam War effectively ends

Friday, May 1

πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ National Days

  • May Day
  • National Loyalty Day
  • National College Decision Day

πŸ“œ This Day in History

  • 1931 – Empire State Building dedicated
  • 2011 – Osama bin Laden was killed by U.S. forces
  • 1886 – Labor movement sparks nationwide strikes for an 8-hour workday

Saturday, May 2

πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ National Days

  • National Truffle Day
  • National Life Insurance Day
  • National Fitness Day

πŸ“œ This Day in History

  • 1933 – Gleichschaltung consolidates power in Germany
  • 2011 – Osama bin Laden’s burial at sea
  • 1863 – Battle of Chancellorsville begins

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