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Tarleton State’s family weekend has jam-packed schedule of exciting Texan spirit.

Tarleton State’s family weekend has jam-packed schedule of exciting Texan spirit.

Tarleton State’s family weekend has jam-packed schedule of exciting Texan spirit.

Photo//TSU Media Relations TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News The annual Tarleton State University family weekend returns Sept. 18-19 with a packed schedule of activities and events for everyone. “This semester has been electrifying, and we’re just getting started,” said Lathes Towns, executive director of Campus Life and Family Engagement. “Family weekend is an event you do not want to miss, packed with excitement, energy, connections, engagement

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St. Mary's Catholic Church gears up for its gigantic annual garage sale.

St. Mary's Catholic Church gears up for its gigantic annual garage sale.

St. Mary's Catholic Church gears up for its gigantic annual garage sale.

14 hours ago

Flu clinics popping up in Erath, Palo Pinto counties. Here’s where to get your free vaccine.

Flu clinics popping up in Erath, Palo Pinto counties. Here’s where to get your free vaccine.

Flu clinics popping up in Erath, Palo Pinto counties. Here’s where to get your free vaccine.

3 days ago

Stephenville’s longtime public works director set to retire.

Stephenville’s longtime public works director set to retire.

Stephenville’s longtime public works director set to retire.

4 days ago

Elevate family dinner with this cozy homemade chicken pot pie.

Elevate family dinner with this cozy homemade chicken pot pie.

Elevate family dinner with this cozy homemade chicken pot pie.

4 days ago

SOAR Physical Therapy unveils new wellness and recovery clinic at its downtown Stephenville location.

SOAR Physical Therapy unveils new wellness and recovery clinic at its downtown Stephenville location.

SOAR Physical Therapy unveils new wellness and recovery clinic at its downtown Stephenville location.

4 days ago

Wellness Wednesday with The Water Shop: The beauty of good hydration.

Wellness Wednesday with The Water Shop: The beauty of good hydration.

Wellness Wednesday with The Water Shop: The beauty of good hydration.

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FEATURES

White Horse Christian Academy to host special needs rodeo.

White Horse Christian Academy to host special needs rodeo.

White Horse Christian Academy to host special needs rodeo.

Sep 6

Cross Timbers Orthopaedics shuts down after doctor loses medical license.

Cross Timbers Orthopaedics shuts down after doctor loses medical license.

Cross Timbers Orthopaedics shuts down after doctor loses medical license.

Sep 4

Judge Huckabee says Erath County officials seeking more info on rumored data center.

Judge Huckabee says Erath County officials seeking more info on rumored data center.

Judge Huckabee says Erath County officials seeking more info on rumored data center.

Sep 4

Start your day with these homemade blueberry muffins.

Start your day with these homemade blueberry muffins.

Start your day with these homemade blueberry muffins.

Sep 3

Next Erath County Master Gardener class to focus on pocket prairies in home gardens.

Next Erath County Master Gardener class to focus on pocket prairies in home gardens.

Next Erath County Master Gardener class to focus on pocket prairies in home gardens.

Sep 2

Wellness Wednesday with Skin Med Spa: Aerolase Era, an advanced medical laser designed for resurfacing and renewal.

Wellness Wednesday with Skin Med Spa: Aerolase Era, an advanced medical laser designed for resurfacing and renewal.

Wellness Wednesday with Skin Med Spa: Aerolase Era, an advanced medical laser designed for resurfacing and renewal.

Sep 2

City opens vendor and chili cook-off registration for Christmasville.

City opens vendor and chili cook-off registration for Christmasville.

City opens vendor and chili cook-off registration for Christmasville.

Sep 1

Cozy dinner: Broccoli cheddar beef bowls get dinner on the table in a jiffy.

Cozy dinner: Broccoli cheddar beef bowls get dinner on the table in a jiffy.

Cozy dinner: Broccoli cheddar beef bowls get dinner on the table in a jiffy.

Sep 1

Fitness Friday with Blessed Matai and Makhuwa Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

Fitness Friday with Blessed Matai and Makhuwa Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

Fitness Friday with Blessed Matai and Makhuwa Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

Aug 28

Officials say flock cameras led to the arrest of arson suspect.

Officials say flock cameras led to the arrest of arson suspect.

Officials say flock cameras led to the arrest of arson suspect.

Aug 28

Woman arrested in connection with intentionally setting 3 Erath County fires.

Woman arrested in connection with intentionally setting 3 Erath County fires.

Woman arrested in connection with intentionally setting 3 Erath County fires.

Aug 28

Tarleton State University marks record enrollment for 7th straight year.

Tarleton State University marks record enrollment for 7th straight year.

Tarleton State University marks record enrollment for 7th straight year.

Aug 27

A healthy, homemade treat for your pup!

A healthy, homemade treat for your pup!

A healthy, homemade treat for your pup!

Aug 27

Wellness Wednesday: Hometown PT talks benefits of its stretch and recovery program.

Wellness Wednesday: Hometown PT talks benefits of its stretch and recovery program.

Wellness Wednesday: Hometown PT talks benefits of its stretch and recovery program.

Aug 26

Mark your calendar: Rodeo Heritage Week on horizon with exciting slate of events!

Mark your calendar: Rodeo Heritage Week on horizon with exciting slate of events!

Mark your calendar: Rodeo Heritage Week on horizon with exciting slate of events!

Aug 26

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Cowboy Capital Ventures set to host grand opening celebration and you’re invited.

Cowboy Capital Ventures set to host grand opening celebration and you’re invited.

Cowboy Capital Ventures set to host grand opening celebration and you’re invited.

6 days ago

Stephenville welcomes SpringHill Suites by Marriott with exciting groundbreaking ceremony.

Stephenville welcomes SpringHill Suites by Marriott with exciting groundbreaking ceremony.

Stephenville welcomes SpringHill Suites by Marriott with exciting groundbreaking ceremony.

Aug 13

Exciting new openings: Baskin-Robbins and Panera Bread coming to Stephenville this week.

Exciting new openings: Baskin-Robbins and Panera Bread coming to Stephenville this week.

Exciting new openings: Baskin-Robbins and Panera Bread coming to Stephenville this week.

Aug 12

TexasBank leadership changes aiming to boost community impact in Central Texas.

TexasBank leadership changes aiming to boost community impact in Central Texas.

TexasBank leadership changes aiming to boost community impact in Central Texas.

Aug 7

Stephenville Dance Center brings home national championships from Galveston competition.

Stephenville Dance Center brings home national championships from Galveston competition.

Stephenville Dance Center brings home national championships from Galveston competition.

Jul 15

Tarleton State University earns national recognition for affordable tuition, impactful programs.

Tarleton State University earns national recognition for affordable tuition, impactful programs.

Tarleton State University earns national recognition for affordable tuition, impactful programs.

Jul 8

Local chemist tries microneedling; this is her 2-week result.

Local chemist tries microneedling; this is her 2-week result.

Local chemist tries microneedling; this is her 2-week result.

Jun 30

City of Stephenville hires new manager for its Tourism and Visitors Bureau.

City of Stephenville hires new manager for its Tourism and Visitors Bureau.

City of Stephenville hires new manager for its Tourism and Visitors Bureau.

Jun 25

Prime Metal Buildings & Components opens new 48,900 square foot flagship retail store.

Prime Metal Buildings & Components opens new 48,900 square foot flagship retail store.

Prime Metal Buildings & Components opens new 48,900 square foot flagship retail store.

Jun 24

Award-winning chef and pitmaster Eric Hunter opens new barbecue restaurant in Hico.

Award-winning chef and pitmaster Eric Hunter opens new barbecue restaurant in Hico.

Award-winning chef and pitmaster Eric Hunter opens new barbecue restaurant in Hico.

Jun 17

Kroger not coming to Stephenville, but city 'is actively recruiting’ new grocer.

Kroger not coming to Stephenville, but city 'is actively recruiting’ new grocer.

Kroger not coming to Stephenville, but city 'is actively recruiting’ new grocer.

Jun 8

Young entrepreneur makes handcrafted silver and turquoise jewelry right here in Stephenville, Texas.

Young entrepreneur makes handcrafted silver and turquoise jewelry right here in Stephenville, Texas.

Young entrepreneur makes handcrafted silver and turquoise jewelry right here in Stephenville, Texas.

Jun 1

New owners of KSTV have big plans for the radio station and very interesting backgrounds.

New owners of KSTV have big plans for the radio station and very interesting backgrounds.

New owners of KSTV have big plans for the radio station and very interesting backgrounds.

Jun 1

Huckabay man gets patent for fertilizer spreader that attaches to a zero turn mower.

Huckabay man gets patent for fertilizer spreader that attaches to a zero turn mower.

Huckabay man gets patent for fertilizer spreader that attaches to a zero turn mower.

May 13

Volleman’s Family Farm continues growing its farm-fresh offerings with premium ice cream.

Volleman’s Family Farm continues growing its farm-fresh offerings with premium ice cream.

Volleman’s Family Farm continues growing its farm-fresh offerings with premium ice cream.

May 11

Wellington State Bank announces promotion of Cody Stone to branch president.

Wellington State Bank announces promotion of Cody Stone to branch president.

Wellington State Bank announces promotion of Cody Stone to branch president.

May 5

No room at the inn: 3 new hotels coming to Stephenville set to alleviate that problem.

No room at the inn: 3 new hotels coming to Stephenville set to alleviate that problem.

No room at the inn: 3 new hotels coming to Stephenville set to alleviate that problem.

May 5

Wild Willow, new online company, makes seasonal luxury wreaths and handmade bows.

Wild Willow, new online company, makes seasonal luxury wreaths and handmade bows.

Wild Willow, new online company, makes seasonal luxury wreaths and handmade bows.

Apr 30

Frames Etc. revamps its bookstore with 1,500 new releases and charming place to sit and read.

Frames Etc. revamps its bookstore with 1,500 new releases and charming place to sit and read.

Frames Etc. revamps its bookstore with 1,500 new releases and charming place to sit and read.

Apr 23

The Wellness Bar: Blending modern, personalized treatments to restore balance and beauty.

The Wellness Bar: Blending modern, personalized treatments to restore balance and beauty.

The Wellness Bar: Blending modern, personalized treatments to restore balance and beauty.

Apr 2

Cowboy Corner Travel Center breaks ground in Stephenville; $8 million project to include convenience store, 3 restaurants.

Cowboy Corner Travel Center breaks ground in Stephenville; $8 million project to include convenience store, 3 restaurants.

Cowboy Corner Travel Center breaks ground in Stephenville; $8 million project to include convenience store, 3 restaurants.

Mar 31

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