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Tarleton opens 2026 football season with inaugural ‘Stephenville Day.’ BOGO ticket pricing now available.

Tarleton opens 2026 football season with inaugural ‘Stephenville Day.’ BOGO ticket pricing now available.

Tarleton opens 2026 football season with inaugural ‘Stephenville Day.’ BOGO ticket pricing now available.

Photo/TSU Sports Information TSU Sports Information Special to Beneath the Surface News Tarleton State will open the 2026 football season with the inaugural Stephenville Day on Saturday, Aug. 29, at Memorial Stadium. The event is designed to bring the community together while celebrating the people, accomplishments and traditions that make Stephenville unique. The game-day celebration will recognize Stephenville's Teachers of the Year, highlight community achievements

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Enjoy a classic film night with Laurel and Hardy at W.K. Gordon Center.

Enjoy a classic film night with Laurel and Hardy at W.K. Gordon Center.

Enjoy a classic film night with Laurel and Hardy at W.K. Gordon Center.

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Iley pleads guilty to federal wire fraud, identity theft charges; sentencing set for Oct. 1.

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Texas gears up for its annual sales tax holiday. Here’s what you need to know.

Texas gears up for its annual sales tax holiday. Here’s what you need to know.

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Local organizations invited to apply for Birdie Hartsough Frey Memorial Fund; deadline is Aug. 31.

Local organizations invited to apply for Birdie Hartsough Frey Memorial Fund; deadline is Aug. 31.

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Jul 29

Indoor shrimp boil: bringing summer vibes to your kitchen.

Indoor shrimp boil: bringing summer vibes to your kitchen.

Indoor shrimp boil: bringing summer vibes to your kitchen.

Jul 28

Stephenville resident and Tarleton rodeo star Molly Gaynor releases debut original – ‘My Heart Got a DUI.’

Stephenville resident and Tarleton rodeo star Molly Gaynor releases debut original – ‘My Heart Got a DUI.’

Stephenville resident and Tarleton rodeo star Molly Gaynor releases debut original – ‘My Heart Got a DUI.’

Jul 26

Tickets to catch Parker McCollum at Tarleton’s EECU Center on sale now.

Tickets to catch Parker McCollum at Tarleton’s EECU Center on sale now.

Tickets to catch Parker McCollum at Tarleton’s EECU Center on sale now.

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Let’s make a one-bowl batch of healthy muffins your family will love.

Let’s make a one-bowl batch of healthy muffins your family will love.

Let’s make a one-bowl batch of healthy muffins your family will love.

Jul 22

One man dead in officer-involved shooting in Stephenville’s Tanglewood neighborhood.

One man dead in officer-involved shooting in Stephenville’s Tanglewood neighborhood.

One man dead in officer-involved shooting in Stephenville’s Tanglewood neighborhood.

Jul 22

Erath County grand jury indicts man accused of causing accident that killed mother of 4.

Erath County grand jury indicts man accused of causing accident that killed mother of 4.

Erath County grand jury indicts man accused of causing accident that killed mother of 4.

Jul 19

Self-defense demonstration with Makhuwa Brazilian Jiujitsu.

Self-defense demonstration with Makhuwa Brazilian Jiujitsu.

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Jul 17

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Prime announces expansion of structural steel fabrication operations in Dublin.

Prime announces expansion of structural steel fabrication operations in Dublin.

Prime announces expansion of structural steel fabrication operations in Dublin.

Jul 17

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

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

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

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Panera Bread, Baskin-Robbins opening at joint location in Stephenville later this summer.

Panera Bread, Baskin-Robbins opening at joint location in Stephenville later this summer.

Panera Bread, Baskin-Robbins opening at joint location in Stephenville later this summer.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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

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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.

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Need money fast? Texan Credit can help with loans up to $1,800.

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Revision Aesthetics & Wellness: Get rid of dull, dry skin with a HydraFacial.

Revision Aesthetics & Wellness: Get rid of dull, dry skin with a HydraFacial.

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