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Attorney investigating drowning of a 4-year-old child at Splashville says he is being stonewalled.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE An attorney that has been hired by the family of Colt Williams, the four-year-old child who drowned at Splashville...
Aug 2, 20232 min read


3 of SPARD’s top female Track & Field athletes compete at State Meet. This is how they did.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Three of SPARD’s top Track & Field athletes competed at the State Meet in Weatherford last weekend. The girls...
Aug 2, 20231 min read


Hey parents! It’s time to pick up athletic equipment at HJH. Here’s what you need to know.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Summer vacation is almost over for local students and it’s time to get down to business. Topping the to-do list for...
Aug 2, 20232 min read


Musicians invited to take part in Voices of Change Music Fest to support victims of domestic abuse.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you're a talented musician looking for a venue to showcase your skills, sign up to participate in Voices of...
Aug 1, 20231 min read


Chicken + pesto = these delicious skewers. Then add this Greek salad to your dinner plate.
By JULIE BRINKLEY Nothing says summer more than grilled chicken skewers, and if you want to jazz them up a little, brush on some pesto,...
Aug 1, 20231 min read


If you need an end-of-summer getaway, head to Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa in Austin.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE "Rejoice with your family in the beautiful land of life." - Albert Einstein I rejoiced with mine this weekend at...
Jul 31, 20232 min read


Garrett Reeves found guilty of aggravated assault with deadly weapon; sentenced to 30 years.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE It took a jury about an hour on Thursday to find Garrett Reeves guilty of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in...
Jul 27, 20232 min read


Ready, set, go! There’s still time to get your team together for the Amazing Meals on Wheels Race.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Meals on Wheels of Erath County is once again hosting its own version of the popular reality TV show, The Amazing...
Jul 27, 20231 min read


Kent Reeves gives stunning testimony about the night his son shot him.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Kent Reeves needed no help walking into the courtroom and taking the stand on Wednesday to tell jurors what happened...
Jul 26, 20232 min read


Floral arranging, champagne and brunch. It’s all part of Bubbles and Blooms at Newton’s Saddlerack.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you like floral arranging. And mimosas. And a delicious Saturday brunch. Then I’ve got an event for you. Newton’s...
Jul 26, 20231 min read


Garrett Reeves says night of drinking preceded argument that led to his father’s shooting.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Day 2 in the trial of Garrett Reeves picked up on the morning after the shooting when he and his girlfriend were...
Jul 25, 20232 min read


This golf scramble is raising money for the Erath County Humane Society. Here’s how to enter.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE An upcoming golf scramble aimed at raising money for the Erath County Humane Society is taking place on Saturday,...
Jul 25, 20231 min read


Testimony begins in trial of man accused of shooting his father multiple times with AR-15.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE A jury of seven women and five men began hearing testimony late Monday afternoon in the trial of Garrett Reeves,...
Jul 24, 20232 min read


This small, friendly guy was found as a stray and never claimed.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE One of this week’s featured pets up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society is Mozart, a four-year-old male...
Jul 24, 20231 min read


Bellamy Brothers, Davin James at Stephenville City Park this week for final concert of summer.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you’re a fan of hits like “Let your Love Flow” and “Save the Last Dance for Me” like I am, make plans to head to...
Jul 22, 20231 min read


Register now for Stephenville's 3rd annual golf tournament benefiting the all-inclusive playground.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The city of Stephenville and Waste Connections are partnering to host the third annual Trash to Treasure Golf...
Jul 21, 20231 min read


This little boy got his wings after battling cancer. Here's what his father is doing now.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The second annual Chrome for a Cause – an event aimed at raising money for families dealing with pediatric cancer –...
Jul 20, 20232 min read


This homemade slime recipe will keep kids busy for hours. (You’re welcome moms.)
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I was about six years old when Mattel first introduced ready-made slime to the world - and I freaking loved that...
Jul 19, 20231 min read


Jazz up your next pool party with this pretty floating cabana bar.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you like to float in your pool with cold drinks and nearby snacks, you’ll want to check out this new floating...
Jul 18, 20231 min read


Two boys. One lemonade stand. And a very good cause.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE There is nothing sweeter than watching youth take an interest in giving back to their community. Except, of course,...
Jul 17, 20231 min read


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