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Man pleads guilty to fleeing scene of deadly motorcycle accident; sentenced to 20 years.

Man pleads guilty to fleeing scene of deadly motorcycle accident; sentenced to 20 years.

Man pleads guilty to fleeing scene of deadly motorcycle accident; sentenced to 20 years.

Trey Phillips By SARA VANDEN BERGE A Stephenville man pleaded guilty Monday to fleeing the scene of a deadly motorcycle accident that left a young woman dead last year. Trey Austin Phillips pleaded guilty to accident involving death in the July 2025 incident and was sentenced to 20 years in prison. According to the arrest warrant obtained by Beneath the Surface News, DPS Trooper Troy Bridier was dispatched to a motorcycle crash on County Road 490 in Erath County on July 12,

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This sweet cat arrived at the shelter as a stray. He loves a good window seat and a little attention.

This sweet cat arrived at the shelter as a stray. He loves a good window seat and a little attention.

This sweet cat arrived at the shelter as a stray. He loves a good window seat and a little attention.

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Cooking demos, quilt show, blacksmithing and Western shootout this weekend at Bygone Days.

Cooking demos, quilt show, blacksmithing and Western shootout this weekend at Bygone Days.

Cooking demos, quilt show, blacksmithing and Western shootout this weekend at Bygone Days.

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Get your porch ready for fall with this 3-ingredient outdoor cleaning spray.

Get your porch ready for fall with this 3-ingredient outdoor cleaning spray.

Get your porch ready for fall with this 3-ingredient outdoor cleaning spray.

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Erath County commissioner calls out dual role held by emergency management coordinator.

Erath County commissioner calls out dual role held by emergency management coordinator.

Erath County commissioner calls out dual role held by emergency management coordinator.

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Fitness Friday video with Blessed Matai.

Fitness Friday video with Blessed Matai.

Fitness Friday video with Blessed Matai.

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Erath County Judge Brandon Huckabee releases plan to fill role of precinct 4 commissioner.

Erath County Judge Brandon Huckabee releases plan to fill role of precinct 4 commissioner.

Erath County Judge Brandon Huckabee releases plan to fill role of precinct 4 commissioner.

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Judge sentences Clayton Iley to 13 years in federal prison; orders $6.7 million in restitution.

Judge sentences Clayton Iley to 13 years in federal prison; orders $6.7 million in restitution.

Judge sentences Clayton Iley to 13 years in federal prison; orders $6.7 million in restitution.

4 days ago

High protein no bake cheesecake for those with a little sweet tooth.

High protein no bake cheesecake for those with a little sweet tooth.

High protein no bake cheesecake for those with a little sweet tooth.

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Toys ‘Fore’ Kids golf tourney raises money, Christmas gifts for local children. Here’s how to sign up.

Toys ‘Fore’ Kids golf tourney raises money, Christmas gifts for local children. Here’s how to sign up.

Toys ‘Fore’ Kids golf tourney raises money, Christmas gifts for local children. Here’s how to sign up.

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Tarleton’s Rodeo Teams bring home championships in honor of Alejandra Franco.

Tarleton’s Rodeo Teams bring home championships in honor of Alejandra Franco.

Tarleton’s Rodeo Teams bring home championships in honor of Alejandra Franco.

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Beefy orzo with a side of brussels sprouts salad. It’s what’s for dinner.

Beefy orzo with a side of brussels sprouts salad. It’s what’s for dinner.

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Hands-on activities, wildlife education, activities for kids, outdoor fun happening at the 8th annual Nature Fest.

Hands-on activities, wildlife education, activities for kids, outdoor fun happening at the 8th annual Nature Fest.

Hands-on activities, wildlife education, activities for kids, outdoor fun happening at the 8th annual Nature Fest.

Sep 27

State Fair of Texas opens with exciting entertainment lineup. See what’s new and returning fan favorites.

State Fair of Texas opens with exciting entertainment lineup. See what’s new and returning fan favorites.

State Fair of Texas opens with exciting entertainment lineup. See what’s new and returning fan favorites.

Sep 24

This pretty pumpkin cake is a one-bowl wonder!

This pretty pumpkin cake is a one-bowl wonder!

This pretty pumpkin cake is a one-bowl wonder!

Sep 23

The first day of fall calls for this stunning harvest kale salad.

The first day of fall calls for this stunning harvest kale salad.

The first day of fall calls for this stunning harvest kale salad.

Sep 22

The Com: New ‘764’ documentary highlights destructive group started by Stephenville teen.

The Com: New ‘764’ documentary highlights destructive group started by Stephenville teen.

The Com: New ‘764’ documentary highlights destructive group started by Stephenville teen.

Sep 21

Child endangerment, drug possession top this month’s Erath County grand jury indictments.

Child endangerment, drug possession top this month’s Erath County grand jury indictments.

Child endangerment, drug possession top this month’s Erath County grand jury indictments.

Sep 20

Erath County EMS, Stephenville Fire Department partner with American Red Cross to host blood drive.

Erath County EMS, Stephenville Fire Department partner with American Red Cross to host blood drive.

Erath County EMS, Stephenville Fire Department partner with American Red Cross to host blood drive.

Sep 20

Self-defense Friday with Makhuwa Brazilian Jiujitsu.

Self-defense Friday with Makhuwa Brazilian Jiujitsu.

Self-defense Friday with Makhuwa Brazilian Jiujitsu.

Sep 18

Erath County grand jury indicts young woman for manslaughter in deadly shooting.

Erath County grand jury indicts young woman for manslaughter in deadly shooting.

Erath County grand jury indicts young woman for manslaughter in deadly shooting.

Sep 17

Huffin’ for the Stuffin’. Register now for this Thanksgiving Day turkey trot.

Huffin’ for the Stuffin’. Register now for this Thanksgiving Day turkey trot.

Huffin’ for the Stuffin’. Register now for this Thanksgiving Day turkey trot.

Sep 17

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Peachy Keen showcases its health and beauty essentials for Wellness Wednesday.

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McLemore Financial Group celebrating 15 years with anniversary party/Chamber mix.

McLemore Financial Group celebrating 15 years with anniversary party/Chamber mix.

McLemore Financial Group celebrating 15 years with anniversary party/Chamber mix.

Sep 27

The Wellness Bar: What a Japanese head spa did for my scalp.

The Wellness Bar: What a Japanese head spa did for my scalp.

The Wellness Bar: What a Japanese head spa did for my scalp.

Sep 24

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.

Sep 9

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.

Sep 9

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.

Sep 8

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

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

Autumn Lantern Display

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