top of page
LIFE IS INTERESTING. BEING INFORMED MATTERS.
A news site focusing on people, places and events happening in and around Stephenville and Erath County, Texas.
Search


Sheriff says search for missing Stephenville woman on hold; investigation continues.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE It’s been eight days since Stephenville resident Sharla Shaffer went missing, and with no new information to go on,...
Aug 6, 20221 min read


Here comes the sun! Did you know that sunlight is a remarkable cleaning tool?
By ALEXIS ROCHESTER Since it’s summer (and exceptionally hot outside right now), I thought this would be the perfect thing to share with...
Aug 4, 20223 min read


Aug 4, 20220 min read


The annual sales tax holiday arrives in Texas this weekend. Don’t miss your chance to save.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The time for back-to-school shopping is upon us and so is Texas’ annual sales tax holiday. Shop local and save money...
Aug 4, 20221 min read


844 is coming home: Andrew Dean will be escorted back to Stephenville Thursday.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE When Andrew Dean makes his final journey back to Stephenville on Thursday, he won’t be making the trip alone. A team...
Aug 3, 20221 min read


Aug 3, 20220 min read


Dublin Police Chief Cameron Ray named Erath County’s new ‘Hometown Hero.’
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Dublin Police Chief Cameron Ray is Erath County’s new “Hometown Hero,” an honor bestowed upon him by the team of...
Aug 3, 20221 min read


Erath County volunteer firefighter unexpectedly dies following motorcycle accident.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Erath County is mourning the unexpected passing of 21-year-old Andrew Dean, an EMT and firefighter with Erath County...
Aug 2, 20221 min read


Bicycle of missing woman mysteriously reappears, but there’s still no sign of Sharla Shaffer.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The story of a Stephenville woman who went missing last Friday night gets stranger by the day. Four days after...
Aug 2, 20221 min read


Texas Farm Bureau selling commemorative football magazine; proceeds benefit athletic booster club.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Texas Farm Bureau Insurance is once again showing support for local youth and high school sports. The Stephenville...
Aug 2, 20221 min read


Erath County volunteer firefighter airlifted to FW hospital after being struck on motorcycle.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE An Erath County volunteer firefighter is in a Fort Worth hospital after the motorcycle he was riding Monday evening...
Aug 2, 20221 min read


Tarleton State University honors pioneer of art with reception and exhibit on Aug. 21.
Special to Beneath the Surface News The Clyde H. Wells Fine Arts Center Art Gallery is presenting a special exhibition and reception from...
Aug 2, 20221 min read


Search for missing woman stalls after authorities exhaust all leads on possible whereabouts.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE It’s been three days since anyone has seen or heard from Stephenville resident Sharla Shaffer. The 48-year-old...
Aug 1, 20221 min read


Makhuwa Brazilian JiuJitsu offering free training to local police, first responders.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE A new program created by Makhuwa Brazilian JiuJitsu is offering free training to active-duty police officers and...
Aug 1, 20221 min read


Still no sign of missing Stephenville woman; sheriff says new clues suggest foul play unlikely.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE There is still no sign of Sharla Shaffer, a Stephenville woman who went missing after going for a ride on her...
Jul 31, 20221 min read


Want to do something good? Stop by Blue-Eyed Buffalo and choose a child to buy school supplies for.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE If doing a good deed is on your to-do list this week, stop by Blue-Eyed Buffalo in downtown Stephenville and pick a...
Jul 31, 20221 min read


Search warrant leads to large recovery of stolen property, heroin, cocaine, meth and four arrests.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE It was a really bad morning for four suspects in Ranger on Friday when investigators with the Erath County Sheriff’s...
Jul 29, 20221 min read


Get to know the SHS Varsity Moms (and meet the team) at the Blue and Gold Pancake Supper.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Stephenville High School’s Varsity Moms is hosting a tasty event soon that involves breakfast for dinner. You’re...
Jul 29, 20221 min read


Tarleton State University releases information on its summer commencement ceremony set for Aug. 6.
Special to Beneath the Surface News TSU Media Relations Tarleton State University will confer diplomas during summer commencement...
Jul 29, 20221 min read


Don’t let the name of this Dallas restaurant fool you. And if you go, get the voodoo sauce.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The best thing about having a daughter who lives in Dallas is getting the chance to explore the city together. I...
Jul 28, 20222 min read


Sara Vanden Berge
19 hours ago3 min read


Sara Vanden Berge
2 days ago2 min read


Sara Vanden Berge
2 days ago1 min read


Sara Vanden Berge
2 days ago4 min read


Sara Vanden Berge
2 days ago1 min read


Sara Vanden Berge
3 days ago3 min read



Sara Vanden Berge
19 hours ago3 min read


Sara Vanden Berge
2 days ago2 min read


Sara Vanden Berge
2 days ago1 min read


Sara Vanden Berge
2 days ago4 min read


Sara Vanden Berge
2 days ago1 min read


Sara Vanden Berge
3 days ago3 min read
bottom of page

