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Beneath the Book Club: It’s time to pick November’s read. Think 2 cozy thrillers and a pumpkin spice café.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Ahhh…fall reading. Is there anything cozier? Beneath the Book Clubbers, it’s time to pick our November read...
Oct 30, 20243 min read
Daylight Saving Time coming to end; get ready to ‘fall’ back one hour this weekend.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Early nights are headed our way, friends. Daylight Saving Time comes to an end at 2 a.m. on Sunday, and for...
Oct 30, 20241 min read
Autumn naan pizzas with pumpkin, sausage and sage.
By Julie Brinkley When I think of fall, I can’t help but think of pumpkin. This pizza made with naan bread is full of unique flavors...
Oct 29, 20241 min read
The Jon Young Band drops its 4th album, ‘Apokalypsis.'
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The wait is over. The Jon Young Band finally released its long awaited fourth studio album, “Apokalypsis,”...
Oct 28, 20242 min read
Stephenville FFA members travel to Indianapolis where they shine at 2024 national convention.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The Stephenville High School FFA chapter achieved remarkable success at the 2024 National FFA Convention in...
Oct 27, 20242 min read
‘Tis the season for dessert. Let Fancy Schmancy Pies make your holiday gathering extra tasty.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Callie Fender is ready to begin baking for the holidays. This amazing amateur chef is back with Fancy Schmancy...
Oct 26, 20241 min read
The Chamber’s annual Safe Trick ‘R Treat at Stephenville City Park is coming up. Here’s what you need to know.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The Stephenville Chamber of Commerce and city of Stephenville are partnering for an evening of fun with the annual...
Oct 25, 20241 min read
I enjoyed a morning of self-care at this new beauty spa located in Stephenville.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE At 54, I’ve learned the importance of self-care. And by that I mean doing things that are good for my skin, soul...
Oct 24, 20242 min read
Fast-spreading apartment fire claims life of 72-year-old Dublin man; investigation underway.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE A fire at an apartment building in Dublin has claimed the life of 72-year-old Jackie Reed. A press release from...
Oct 24, 20241 min read
Still searching for a Halloween costume? Here’s a list of this year’s hottest trends.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE You know you’re getting old when you scour the list of 2024’s hottest Halloween costumes and barely recognize any....
Oct 23, 20242 min read
Get cozy with a hot bowl of marry me chicken soup made with gnocchi. (It’s decadent!)
By Julie Brinkley It’s fall and we're focused on feeling all the vibes. This recipe for marry me chicken soup is made with gnocchi...
Oct 22, 20242 min read
Meet Sugar: This sweet girl is a real lovebug. (And she's up for adoption.)
BY SARA VANDEN BERGE One of this week’s featured pets up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society is Sugar, a seven to...
Oct 21, 20242 min read
Solo artists, duos, groups invited to enter A Voice for Habitat for a chance to break into the music scene.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The time to enter a singing competition benefiting Erath County Habitat for Humanity is now underway, and if you...
Oct 21, 20241 min read
Early voting is underway. Here’s what you need to know.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE If, like me, you like to cast an early ballot, it’s time. Polls in Erath County will be open from 8 a.m.-5 p.m....
Oct 20, 20241 min read
It’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month and I just had my annual mammogram. (And it was a cinch.)
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I had a mammogram today. October is, of course, Breast Cancer Awareness Month , so I took advantage of Cross...
Oct 17, 20242 min read
Erath County Army veteran injured in Afghanistan getting a new home specially adapted to his needs.
Special to Beneath the Surface News Homes for Our Troops will kick off the building of a specially adapted home for Army Specialist...
Oct 17, 20242 min read
Tarleton State University gears up for annual fall carnival with tons of Halloween fun.
TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News Tarleton State University will host its annual fall carnival on campus at the...
Oct 16, 20241 min read
Need a sweet treat to go with this cool front? This recipe for apple and brie puff pastry will do the trick.
By Julie Brinkley Baby, it’s finally chilly outside. And if you need a sweet treat to go with this cool front we’re enjoying, this...
Oct 16, 20241 min read
I toured Stephenville ISD’s new ‘Champions Stadium’ and this is what I learned about the impressive $40 million project.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I got a little dusty this morning when I met Stephenville ISD Superintendent Dr. Eric Cederstrom for a...
Oct 15, 20242 min read
One pot meal: This chili mac and cheese is pure comfort.
By Julie Brinkley With temperatures dropping in Texas, it’s finally expected to feel like fall this week, and this one pot chili mac...
Oct 15, 20241 min read
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