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Stephenville wins grant for $25K from State Farm for its all-inclusive playground.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you are one of the many people who voted for Stephenville in the State Farm Neighborhood Assist grant program,...
Jun 8, 20221 min read
This new kitty showed up at our house so I’ve made him mine. Now he needs a name.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Ernest Hemingway once wrote that “one cat leads to another.” I fear he was correct. At the time, Hemingway, was...
Jun 7, 20222 min read
Summer trend alert: Put away the kaleidoscope of chaos and embrace monochrome themed festivities.
By PinaTaylotta Petals Out with the bold and in with the HUE - of pink, that is! In the past we've seen brunch and dinner party trend...
Jun 6, 20222 min read
Lifeguard shortage forces delayed opening, limited hours for Splashville.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE A shortage of lifeguards is putting a damper on summer fun. Stephenville’s only waterpark – Splashville – won’t open...
Jun 5, 20221 min read
Repel pesky mosquitos with these delightful DIY candles for your patio.
By ALEXIS ROCHESTER This was our most popular post last summer. Not only are these candled easy to make, but they can even dress up your...
Jun 3, 20222 min read
Summer days are meant for salads like this cold one featuring asparagus.
By JULIE BRINKLEY Summer is the perfect time to make a meal out of salad. And this recipe for cold asparagus salad is full of delicious...
Jun 3, 20221 min read
Summer travel: Push the reset button at this beautiful Mexican resort.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The day after I turned 52, The Husband and I boarded a plane to Mexico with two of our best friends. That was last...
Jun 2, 20222 min read
Savory roasted cabbage with meat sauce makes the perfect mid-week meal.
By JULIE BRINKLEY This savory dish will bring vibrant color, healthy nutrients and big taste to your family's dinner table. I love using...
Jun 1, 20221 min read
Registration underway for Cross Timbers Classic; charity golf scramble will be held at Squaw Valley.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Cross Timbers Family Services is hosting its 2nd annual Cross Timbers Classic at Squaw Valley in Glen Rose. The...
Jun 1, 20221 min read
Carnival Americana returns with Moo-La Fest this weekend. And the butt sketch artist is coming too!
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The weekend is shaping up to be a good one. Not only is Moo-La Fest making its annual return to Stephenville, the...
May 31, 20221 min read
Say farewell to uneven skin tone and blemishes with this little white tube of magic. (Thanks Jamie!)
By SARA VANDEN BERGE One of the best things about having my own blog is the friendships I have developed with other like-minded women....
May 30, 20222 min read
Tarleton State University expands guaranteed scholarship program for high school seniors.
TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News Tarleton State University has a guarantee for high school graduates —...
May 29, 20221 min read
Annual Memorial Day ceremony happening Monday at West End Cemetery.
Special to Beneath the Surface News Turnbow-Higgs American Legion Post and Auxiliary Unit 240 will once again host a Memorial Day...
May 28, 20222 min read
Want a hot air balloon to land on your property? Here's how to become a designated landing zone.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Picture this: It’s a beautiful Saturday morning (June 4 to be exact) and you’re enjoying a perfectly-brewed cup of...
May 27, 20221 min read
Dave Campbell’s Texas Football awards Jake & Dorothy’s Café with title of ‘Best Game Day Grub.'
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Perhaps it was that famous chicken fried steak and cream gravy that did it. Or maybe it was those mouth-watering...
May 26, 20221 min read
Love pizza, but hate the calories? Try this recipe for healthy pizza bites even the kids will like!
By JULIE BRINKLEY Everyone loves a great pizza, but most of us could do without the carbs and calories. This recipe for healthy pizza...
May 25, 20221 min read
Get your face summer-ready with a relaxing HydraFacial at Pure Image.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE My quest for glowing skin and a healthy complexion continued last week with my first HydraFacial at Pure Image - and...
May 24, 20221 min read
Is Stephenville’s historic downtown haunted? Find out this weekend during the city’s ghost walk.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you’re a scaredy cat, this is probably not for you. But if you have an interest in all things creepy – as in...
May 23, 20221 min read
NBC Peacock inviting residents to town hall meeting to talk 2008 UFO sightings. Surely you remember.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The interest in UFOs has only grown stronger in the years since a slew of strange sightings landed in Erath County...
May 21, 20221 min read
Chef Newton making 2nd appearance on MasterChef; join the watch party at his downtown bar & lounge.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Chef Mike Newton will compete on season 12 of MasterChef, premiering Wednesday, May 25, on Fox. It’s the second time...
May 20, 20221 min read
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