Stephens County Sheriff's Office

06/03/2026

🚓🚒🚑 Battle of the Badges Blood Drive 🚑🚒🚓

Join the Breckenridge Police Department, Breckenridge Fire Department, Stephens County Sheriff's Office, and Sacred Cross EMS as we team up with Carter BloodCare to help save lives in our community!

📅 June 4, 2026 | 11:00 AM–4:00 PM
📍 Texas State Technical College, Room 103

📅 June 5, 2026 | 11:00 AM–4:00 PM
📍 Stephens Memorial Hospital – Carter BloodCare Bus

Donate blood, support your local first responders with a vote, and receive a Battle of the Badges t-shirt while supplies last!

05/13/2026

05/07/2026

Please avoid this area if you can.

04/26/2026

The Hwy 180 bridge over Hubbard Creek Lake will be closed for repairs Monday through Friday, April 27 - May 1.

The safety of the citizens of Stephens county and Breckenridge is our top priority. during this closure, mutual aid agreements and temporary response procedures are in place to ensure continued emergency services for the residents on the west side of the bridge.

Need assistance:
Non-emergency: Contact Breckenridge Police Department at 254-559-2211 or Stephens County Sheriff's Office at 254-559-2481
Emergency: Call 911

We appreciate your patience and cooperation as these necessary repairs are completed.

04/22/2026

Today marks one year since the passing of Stephens County Constable Wayne McMullen.
Constable McMullen dedicated his life to service—serving with professionalism, humility, and an unwavering commitment to the citizens of Stephens County. His career in law enforcement reflected integrity, compassion, and a steady presence that earned the respect of his colleagues and the community he served.
On this anniversary, we pause to honor his life, his service, and the lasting impact he made on those who had the privilege of knowing and working alongside him. While he is deeply missed, his legacy of service continues to be remembered throughout our agency and community.
We extend our continued thoughts and prayers to his family, friends, and all who continue to feel this loss.
End of Watch: April 22, 2025
“Dedicated his life to service.”
🖤 We remember Constable Wayne McMullen.

04/22/2026

The Stephens County Sheriff’s Office and the Office of Emergency Management are implementing plans in response to the temporary closure of the Hubbard Creek Lake Bridge on U.S. Highway 180 by the Texas Department of Transportation next week.

01/23/2026

🔥 Burn Ban Lifted for Stephens County 🔥

At the request of the Breckenridge Fire Chief and Stephens County Fire Marshal Malcolm Bufkin, the burn ban for Stephens County has been lifted.

Residents in unincorporated areas of the county who plan to burn are strongly encouraged to contact the Breckenridge Fire Department before burning. This helps first responders know your location, allows for quicker response if needed, and prevents unnecessary deployment of emergency resources to known, controlled burns.

📞 Breckenridge Fire Department: 254.559.6242

Please continue to burn responsibly, monitor weather conditions, and ensure fires are fully extinguished.

Thank you for helping keep Stephens County safe.

01/21/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Stephens County Activates Emergency Operations Center and Opens Warming Center Ahead of Winter Weather Event

Stephens County officials have activated the Emergency Operations Center and county emergency resources in preparation for the anticipated winter weather event expected to impact the area.

County leadership, emergency management, and partner agencies are actively coordinating response efforts to ensure public safety and continuity of essential services. An activation meeting is scheduled for Friday morning, January 23rd, 2026, at which time officials will review conditions, finalize operational plans, and coordinate next steps as the weather event unfolds.

As part of these preparations, Stephens County will open a Warming Center at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, January 23rd, located at:

Stephens County Law Enforcement Center
210 East Dyer
Breckenridge, Texas

The Warming Center will be available to residents who may need a safe, warm location during the winter weather conditions.

Stephens County is working in close coordination with the City of Breckenridge, the Texas Department of Transportation, Stephens Memorial Hospital, Breckenridge Independent School District, and first responders across Stephens County to monitor conditions, prepare response assets, and provide timely updates to the public.
Residents are encouraged to remain weather-aware, take appropriate precautions, and follow official county communications and trusted local media outlets for updates as the situation develops.

Additional information and updates will be provided as conditions change.

Contacts:
David Leonard
Emergency Management Coordinator
Stephens County

Michael C. Roach
Stephens County Judge