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Arctic blast: Winter weather finally makes it to Erath County this week. Here’s what to expect.
Remember when the Erath County Courthouse looked like this? Pete's not saying we will get snow this week, but there is a chance of...
Jan 51 min read


Christina’s American Table: This upscale restaurant in downtown Granbury was the perfect setting for date night.
Chilean sea bass is one of my favorite dishes and this one was superb. By SARA VANDEN BERGE Â We have been tired; exhausted from all of...
Jan 42 min read


Erath County Humane Society needs foster families ahead of upcoming winter weather.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Â If you have room in your home - and heart - to foster a dog next week, officials with the Erath County Humane...
Jan 31 min read


Operation Miami: I’m using the HitMeal app to count calories and shed a few pounds by March. Here’s how it’s going.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE  I stopped making New Year’s resolutions a long time ago.  Instead, I decided that when I need to make changes to...
Jan 22 min read


Stephenville residence catches fire on New Year’s Eve; celebratory fireworks suspected as possible cause.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE  An early New Year’s Eve fireworks celebration is being investigated as the possible cause of a fire that damaged a...
Jan 11 min read


This sweet guy landed at the shelter with severe injuries. Now he’s healed and looking for a new home.
Honks is the cutest little guy. By SARA VANDEN BERGE  One of this week’s featured pets up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society...
Dec 30, 20241 min read


Beneath the Book Club: It’s time to ring in the new year with a new book. Which one intrigues you?
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Â Hello Beneath the Book Clubbers! Â We are kicking off our January selections with three of Goodreads...
Dec 30, 20243 min read


A dash of cayenne pepper gives this sweet, savory snack mix a nice kick.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE  I know, I know; it’s two days after Christmas and you’re sick of eating. I am too.  But a new year is just around...
Dec 27, 20241 min read


Tarleton State University to introduce artificial intelligence and machine learning programs this spring.
TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News The Mayfield College of Engineering at Tarleton State University will officially...
Dec 27, 20242 min read


Young Stephenville baker to compete in Food Network’s Kids Baking Championship premiering Jan. 6.
Stephenville's Micah Parsons will compete on the Food Network's Kids Baking Championship. Photo/Food Network Special to Beneath the...
Dec 26, 20242 min read


Dazzle your guests with these easy holiday appetizers and gingerbread espresso martinis.
Toast the perfect night with a delicious gingerbread espresso martini. By Julie Brinkley  Holiday entertaining doesn’t have to be...
Dec 24, 20242 min read


This playful cat is one of this week's featured pets up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society.
Say hi to Shelby! By SARA VANDEN BERGE One of this week’s featured pets up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society is Shelby, a...
Dec 23, 20241 min read


Tarleton State University announces winter break closures; here's the holiday schedule.
Photo/TSU Media Relations TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News Tarleton State University will be closed for winter...
Dec 22, 20241 min read


All-Star Cookies & Creamery opens in Stephenville just in time for the holidays.
The all-star is the bakery’s signature cookie. By SARA VANDEN BERGE  A new bakery has opened in Stephenville just in time for Christmas....
Dec 19, 20242 min read


TikTok made me make this creamy Italian pasta dish. You should make it too.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE  I don’t know what I will do if this ban on TikTok sticks because I get a lot of delicious recipes from there.  ...
Dec 19, 20241 min read


Stephenville’s Senior Citizens Center to host one last celebration before closing its doors for final time.
The Stephenville Senior Citizens Center, located at 164 E. College Street, will close permanently on Friday. A new facility is slated to...
Dec 18, 20241 min read


It's the final weekend of Light Up the Night Christmas Celebration at Stephenville City Park.
Photos/Lisa Scroggins By SARA VANDEN BERGE Time is running out to experience the magic of the season at Stephenville City Park when Erath...
Dec 18, 20241 min read


This egg, sausage and green chili breakfast casserole is a Christmas morning tradition at our house.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE My kids have woken up every Christmas morning to the familiar scent of an egg, sausage and green chili casserole...
Dec 17, 20242 min read


Dublin police chief: Clerk at One Stop was able to give authorities helpful description of suspects after robbery.Â
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Update at 11:15 a.m. Monday, Dec. 16: Dublin Police Chief Cameron Ray said the suspects have been taken into...
Dec 16, 20242 min read


Large-scale manhunt for three escaped suspects focused on Erath County; one is wanted for murder.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Â Update at 9:30 a.m. Monday: The suspects have been spotted in Lancaster, Texas and are being pursued by...
Dec 16, 20241 min read


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