This morning on the Talk of the Town Show, we covered a wide variety of local happenings and community events taking place across Brownfield and Terry County. From upcoming activities and announcements to conversations about what’s happening around the South Plains, the show focused on keeping listeners informed and connected to the community.
We also took a fun look at several national days being celebrated this week and shared some notable moments from “This Day in History,” highlighting important historical events and interesting facts connected to the dates of May 18 through May 23. The program mixed local information with lighthearted discussion and historical reflection, making for another engaging morning on Talk of the Town.
Listeners can catch the replay on the TownTalk platforms and stay connected for more local news, community conversations, and special features throughout the week.
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MONDAY, MAY 18th
Early voting begins for both Republican & Democrat Primary Runoffs
Brownfield HS Seniors will take their final walks through the halls of Brownfield ISD @ 8:45 am
Wellman-Union HS/JH begin summer workouts @ 9:00 am
Arnold Community Educational Services (ACES): Craft night class with Sharon Pickett @ 7:00 pm
Brownfield Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors meeting @ 4:00 pm
Our Promise Youth Academy Summer Fun Program sign-ups
Brownfield ISD Board meeting @ 6:30 pm
TUESDAY, MAY 19th
Early voting continues for both Republican & Democrat Primary Runoffs
TownTalk Show @ 9:30 am, guest TBA
Wellman-Union HS/JH summer workouts @ 9:00 am
WEDNESDAY, MAY 20th
Early voting continues for both Republican & Democrat Primary Runoffs
PAC Show @ 9:30 am
Wellman-Union HS/JH summer workouts @ 9:00 am
Kendrick Memorial Library: Story time with Sadie @ 10:00 am, pre-k age
THURSDAY, MAY 21th
City of Brownfield City Council meeting @ 7:30 am
Early voting continues for both Republican & Democrat Primary Runoffs
Meadow HS Senior & Kindergarten walk @ 8:30 am
TownTalk Show @ 9:30 am, guest TBA
Wellman-Union HS/JH summer workouts @ 9:00 am
FRIDAY, MAY 22nd
Early voting continues for both Republican & Democrat Primary Runoffs
Sports Beat Show @ 9:30 am
Brownfield HS Graduation @ 7:00 pm
Meadow HS Graduation @ 7:00 pm
SATURDAY, MAY 23rd
NOTHING TODAY
Monday, May 18, 2026
National Days
National No Dirty Dishes Day
National Visit Your Relatives Day
National Cheese Soufflé Day
International Museum Day
This Day in History
1804 — Napoleon Bonaparte Crowned Emperor was proclaimed Emperor of France.
1980 — Mount St. Helens Eruption erupted in Washington state, causing widespread devastation.
1896 — The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Plessy v. Ferguson, establishing the “separate but equal” doctrine.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
National Days
National Devil’s Food Cake Day
National May Ray Day
National Barber Mental Health Awareness Day
This Day in History
1536 — Anne Boleyn, wife of King Henry VIII, was executed.
1962 — Marilyn Monroe famously sang “Happy Birthday” to President John F. Kennedy at Madison Square Garden.
1994 — Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis passed away at age 64.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
National Days
National Rescue Dog Day
National Pick Strawberries Day
National Be a Millionaire Day
This Day in History
1873 — Levi Strauss and Jacob Davis received the patent for blue jeans.
1927 — Charles Lindbergh departed New York on the first solo nonstop transatlantic flight.
1932 — Amelia Earhart took off on her solo flight across the Atlantic Ocean.
Thursday, May 21, 2026
National Days
National Waitstaff Day
National American Red Cross Founder’s Day
National Memo Day
This Day in History
1881 — American Red Cross was founded by Clara Barton.
1927 — Charles Lindbergh landed in Paris, completing the first solo nonstop transatlantic flight.
1932 — Amelia Earhart became the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic.
Friday, May 22, 2026
National Days
National Maritime Day
National Vanilla Pudding Day
National Craft Distillery Day
This Day in History
1960 — The strongest earthquake ever recorded, the Great Chilean Earthquake, struck Chile.
1992 — Johnny Carson hosted “The Tonight Show” for the final time.
1843 — Thousands began traveling west on the Oregon Trail from Missouri.
Saturday, May 23, 2026
National Days
National Lucky Penny Day
National Taffy Day
World Turtle Day
This Day in History
1934 — Bank robbers Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow were killed in Louisiana.
1945 — Heinrich Himmler died by suicide while in Allied custody.
2000 — The Associated Press announced the creation of a standardized style for Internet terminology.
