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With winter weather on the way, here’s what you need for snow ice cream. Don’t forget the sprinkles.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Another batch of that rare powdery goodness appears to be on its way to North Texas, and if it sticks around in...
Jan 31, 20221 min read


Spice up your life with this tasty and healthy Mexican spaghetti squash casserole.
By JULIE BRINKLEY Face it. We all need a Mexican-food fix sometimes and this recipe for spaghetti squash casserole will satisfy your...
Jan 30, 20221 min read


Hobby Lobby set to open in Stephenville’s Washington Commons on Valentine’s Day.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE If your sweetheart likes to shop, I’ve got an idea for you. Plan to take her (or him) for a stroll through Hobby...
Jan 28, 20221 min read


‘Gone Girl’ no more. Local singer-songwriter makes resurgence to local music scene.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Holli Garet grew up listening to music as a form of therapy to help her through a difficult childhood. Today, the...
Jan 28, 20222 min read


This green smoothie is a powerful anti-inflammatory and can be made using several variations.
By ALEXIS ROCHESTER I have been making this smoothie for years and it is a reader favorite too. It combines scientific ingredients proven...
Jan 27, 20222 min read


Get creative with this recipe for grilled salmon tzatziki bowl.
By JULIE BRINKLEY The best part of this recipe for grilled salmon tzatziki bowls is that it can be tweaked to your liking. Not a fan of...
Jan 26, 20221 min read


Early morning accident claims life of Dublin postal worker.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE A two-vehicle accident shortly before 7 a.m. Tuesday has claimed the life of 39-year-old Mindi House. Captain James...
Jan 25, 20221 min read


What to buy and where to celebrate with your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day. (And it’s all local.)
By SARA VANDEN BERGE A-hem. I don’t know who needs to hear this, but Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and you don’t want to be...
Jan 24, 20222 min read


If you want a tighter, smoother and clearer complexion you might benefit from this procedure. I did.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The quest to improve my aging complexion is this year’s self-improvement project, and for that, I have turned to my...
Jan 22, 20222 min read


An eclectic, edgy western boutique for women opens in Stephenville. You have to check it out.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Layne Lewis first began selling a unique collection of women’s western wear out of a vintage trailer she calls...
Jan 20, 20222 min read


Warm up with this creamy taco soup you can make in the crockpot.
By JULIE BRINKLEY Cold winter days call for a warm, creamy and delicious bowl of soup. This recipe for creamy taco soup is healthy,...
Jan 19, 20221 min read


Placing your order for those free home COVID-19 tests is a cinch. Here’s how to do it.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE While enjoying my second cup of coffee this morning, I decided to try and order those free home COVID-19 tests the...
Jan 19, 20221 min read


Gather your girlfriends and purchase tickets to the 2nd annual Better Beginnings Brunch.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Cross Timbers Family Services is hosting its second annual Better Beginnings Brunch from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. on...
Jan 18, 20221 min read


Development project bringing ‘new era’ to Stephenville, along with Chick-fil-A and McAlister’s Deli.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE City manager Allen Barnes said a large development project called The Stable is opening a “new era in Stephenville”...
Jan 17, 20222 min read


Stephenville Lions Club hosting free vision screening in February.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The Stephenville Lions Club will host its annual free vision screening for anyone over the age of two. The...
Jan 17, 20221 min read


Volunteer shortage has forced CASA to turn down cases. Here’s how you can help.
Special to BENEATH THE SURFACE NEWS CASA for the Cross Timbers Area is calling for community members to step up and advocate for children...
Jan 17, 20221 min read


This potato kielbasa soup will warm your body and your soul.
By LORI LESLEY There’s nothing more soothing than a hot bowl of soup on a cold day. This recipe for potato kielbasa soup makes a hearty...
Jan 16, 20221 min read


Learn more about candidates running for local and statewide offices at these forums.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The Erath County Republican Party is hosting two forums for candidates running in the March 1 primary election. The...
Jan 14, 20221 min read


Science-based cleaning hacks to keep your home free of germs and viruses.
By ALEXIS ROCHESTER When the pandemic first became official in March 2020, I had just had emergency knee surgery. As I sat on my recliner...
Jan 13, 20223 min read


This recipe for zucchini pizza casserole will satisfy that craving we all struggle with.
By JULIE BRINKLEY Who says you have to give up the great taste of pizza if you want to stay on track with your diet? This recipe for...
Jan 12, 20221 min read


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